Our Providers

Jason Eliassaint, PMHNP-BC, is the Founder and Clinical Director of Blue Sky Mental Health Clinic. A dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, Jason has built his career around a fundamental belief: every individual deserves to be heard, treated with dignity, and given the opportunity to achieve emotional and psychological well-being.

For Jason, mental health care is more than a profession. It is a calling rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and a genuine commitment to helping people navigate some of life's most difficult challenges.

His clinical practice focuses on the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, and other complex mental health concerns. He emphasizes individualized, evidence-based treatment, recognizing that no two patients share the same experiences, struggles, or paths toward recovery.

Jason believes that effective psychiatric care requires more than prescribing medication. It begins with listening, understanding the whole person, and developing a therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and collaboration. His approach integrates psychiatric assessment, medication management, supportive interventions, and innovative treatment options for individuals who have not achieved adequate relief through conventional therapies.

As the founder of Blue Sky Mental Health Clinic, Jason's vision extends beyond his individual practice. He is committed to building an organization where compassionate care, professional integrity, clinical accountability, and accessibility remain central to every patient experience. Under his leadership, the clinic has expanded its services to address the evolving mental health needs of individuals and families throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C.

Despite his responsibilities as a clinical director and business owner, Jason remains deeply connected to direct patient care. He considers the opportunity to sit with patients, understand their experiences, and participate in their journey toward recovery to be the most meaningful aspect of his work.

His professional philosophy is simple: Mental illness does not define a person, and everyone deserves compassionate care, renewed hope, and the opportunity for a better tomorrow.

Through Blue Sky Mental Health Clinic, Jason continues to pursue his mission of making high-quality, patient-centered psychiatric care accessible to the communities he serves.

Hi, I'm Sarah Hutchison, PMHNP-BC. I understand that navigating mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, and I want you to know that you don't have to face them alone. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free environment where you feel heard, respected, and supported throughout your journey to better mental health.

With more than 14 years of experience in emergency medicine and psychiatric nursing, I have had the privilege of caring for individuals from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of mental health needs. I believe that every person deserves individualized, evidence-based care that recognizes their unique experiences, strengths, and goals.

I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other mood and behavioral health disorders.

My approach is holistic and collaborative. I believe that lasting wellness comes from treating the whole person—not just symptoms. Together, we will develop a personalized treatment plan that may include medication management, supportive psychotherapy, lifestyle modifications, and education to help you build resilience, improve daily functioning, and achieve your personal goals.

Whether you are seeking help for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, I am committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and clinical excellence. I look forward to partnering with you on your path toward healing, recovery, and a healthier future.

Hi, I'm Adewole A. Ogundepo, PMHNP-BC. I believe that every individual deserves compassionate, personalized mental health care that recognizes their unique experiences, strengths, and goals. My commitment is to provide a supportive, respectful, and judgment-free environment where clients and their families feel heard, valued, and empowered throughout the treatment process.

I earned my Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Walden University. With many years of experience in behavioral health, I have cared for individuals across diverse clinical settings and have developed a patient-centered approach that combines evidence-based psychiatric care with cultural sensitivity and holistic treatment planning.

I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy for adolescents and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions, including major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, insomnia, and emotional challenges related to life transitions and adjustment difficulties.

My approach to treatment is collaborative and flexible. I take the time to listen carefully to each client and, when appropriate, their family members, recognizing that healing is most successful when care is individualized. Together, we will develop a treatment plan that integrates evidence-based medication management, supportive psychotherapy, education, and practical coping strategies designed to improve emotional well-being and overall quality of life.

I am deeply committed to building trusting, respectful, and meaningful therapeutic relationships. By working together, we can foster resilience, promote personal growth, and help you develop the skills and confidence needed to move toward a healthier, more fulfilling future. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward lasting mental wellness.

Hi, I'm Diane Witkowski, PMHNP-BC. I believe that compassionate, evidence-based mental health care can make a meaningful difference in every stage of life. My goal is to provide a welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free environment where children, adolescents, and adults feel comfortable discussing their concerns and actively participating in their treatment journey.

I began my nursing career more than 15 years ago as a Registered Nurse at Children's Hospital, where I developed a strong foundation in patient-centered care. Throughout my career, I have also served as an auditor and quality improvement specialist, helping to improve the quality and delivery of care for individuals receiving home-based services. These experiences strengthened my commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and high-quality behavioral health care.

I later earned my Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. My clinical experience includes emergency medicine, wellness medicine, and psychiatry, providing me with a broad perspective on the connection between physical health, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life.

I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma-related disorders, schizophrenia, and other behavioral health concerns. My treatment philosophy combines evidence-based practice with clinical expertise, thoughtful observation, and individualized care tailored to each person's unique needs.

My training in trauma-informed care and experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds have reinforced my passion for increasing access to compassionate, affordable, and equitable mental health services. I believe that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and empathy while working toward lasting emotional wellness.

Outside of the clinic, I enjoy spending time walking my dog, listening to motivational podcasts, and, whenever I get the chance, enjoying my daughter's homemade chocolate chip cookies. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward healing, resilience, and improved mental well-being.

Augusta Uwaeme is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, patient-centered psychiatric care to adolescents and adults. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University and brings more than a decade of nursing experience in acute care settings to her psychiatric practice.

Her extensive nursing background has given her experience caring for individuals with complex medical and mental health needs and has shaped her holistic approach to psychiatric care. She recognizes the importance of considering not only psychiatric symptoms, but also physical health, life experiences, relationships, stressors, and other factors that may influence a person's overall well-being.

Augusta provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management for a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, trauma-related disorders, and other mood and behavioral health concerns.

Her approach to treatment is collaborative, individualized, and evidence-based. She believes that patients should be active participants in their care and strives to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where individuals feel comfortable discussing their concerns and treatment goals. Augusta works with each patient to develop a treatment plan that reflects their individual needs, preferences, and circumstances while providing education to help them better understand their symptoms and treatment options.

Her goal is to build a therapeutic partnership that helps patients improve their symptoms, strengthen their overall functioning, and achieve greater stability and quality of life.

Bernaiyya “Naya” Jackson is a Licensed Master Social Worker who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and empowering space for individuals navigating life transitions, emotional challenges, and personal growth. She has a particular passion for working with adolescents, young adults, returning citizens, and new mothers, recognizing that each of these stages and experiences can bring unique challenges related to identity, relationships, family, mental wellness, and finding a sense of direction.

Naya began her educational journey at Howard University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications. Her background in communications helped shape her understanding of the power of storytelling, connection, and feeling heard. As her career evolved, her desire to work more directly with individuals, families, and communities led her to pursue a Master of Social Work from the University of Oklahoma.

Throughout her professional career, Naya has worked across school-based, outpatient mental health, community, and justice-involved settings. Her experience includes providing individual, family, and group therapy, supporting adolescents in school environments, and providing case management to individuals experiencing homelessness.

Her specialties include supporting clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment difficulties, trauma, significant life transitions, and facilitating programming for justice-involved youth and returning citizens. Her broader work in youth development and community-based programming has also strengthened her commitment to helping people recognize their strengths, develop healthier patterns, and envision possibilities beyond their current circumstances.

Naya approaches therapy collaboratively and believes clients should feel like active participants in their healing rather than simply recipients of treatment. Her clinical approach is strengths-based, person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. Depending on each client’s needs, she incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, psychoeducation, and empowerment-based approaches. She enjoys helping clients explore the connection between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, and environments while developing practical strategies they can use outside of the therapy room.

At the heart of Naya’s work is the belief that people can experience difficult chapters without allowing those chapters to define their entire story. She strives to provide a therapeutic environment where clients can be authentic, feel understood, challenge themselves, celebrate progress, and develop greater confidence in navigating life’s transitions.

Outside of her professional work, Naya values slowing down and enjoying the things that help her feel grounded. She enjoys listening to podcasts, skating, binge-watching a good television series, meditating, taking nature walks, and exercising. Family is an important part of her life, and she enjoys spending quality time with her loved ones as a mother and wife.

One of Naya’s favorite quotes, attributed to Nelson Mandela with her own spin as a clinician, reflects the perspective she brings to both life and her work with clients:

“Healing seems impossible until it happens.”