Wisdom is the principal thing; Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.

Our practice is a subspecialty practice/clinic that offers the following subspecialties:

• Precision Psychiatry
• Lifestyle Medicine & Preventative Medicine
• Functional (Root-Cause) Psychiatry
• Integrative (Holistic) Medicine & Psychiatry

The parent specialties are general family medicine and general psychiatry!

The American Psychological Association defines a subspecialty as a concentrated area of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that:

1. exists within at least one recognized {parent} specialty;
2. requires additional education, training, and/or professional experiences;
3. involves specific (1) problems, (2) populations, and/or (3) circumscribed approaches.

Subspecialty clinics focus on providing services that are more specific and/or get to the root cause of an issue, illness, or dis-ease in hopes of providing comprehensive treatment options that improve, reverse, and/or prevent illness, or dis-ease, therefore, optimizing healthpan (life lived functioning and without dis-ease) and lifespan (long life lived)!

Yes, they sure do! 

Subspecialties are specifically, intentionally, and additionally sought out by clinicians and patients who tend to rock to the beat of their own drum, do things differently and take risks because they know there is a better way, and therefore, expect better from themselves and out of life! 

Intentionality, energy, time, focus, studying, testing, practicing, creating, research, and finances are some of what was required of and from the clinician who desires to support patients in producing and experiencing optimal health and life! 

To achieve your desired health and life, you, as the patient, must also BE intentional with your investing your energy, time, and finances, actively engaging, trying, practicing, doing, creating, researching, etc.,

Otherwise, the clinician and you, as the patient, could continue in the status quo, producing and experiencing the same, status quo results.

Remember when we were specific about Our Best Patient...

🎯Understands the assignment~ BE about that (Afya) life. DO differently. HAVE different results! 

🎯Is the bold, (pro)active, engaged, go-getter, take accountability and adjust accordingly type of person!

This is because we know that our subspecialty services aren't for everybody except those who know they are for them! 

IYKYK!

Always (yes, bias is indeed present 😉) but we also understand that everyone experiences life differently, so here are more specific things to consider...

• You want to support your mind & body's ability to heal, support, and restore health.
• You desire to learn how to use your lifestyle as medicine.
• You desire to learn if there is a root cause of your mental & physical disease.
• You do not want to rely solely on medication to support or restore your health.
• You are on multiple medications but don't feel any better, might even feel worse, want to come off of medications if possible, or you know there must be other ways to achieve health!
• You feel dismissed, not seen, or heard when speaking with your doctor. You know there is something going on because you know your body, but nobody seems to believe you.
• Nobody can tell you "the why" behind your symptoms or diagnoses, but you know that nothing happens by chance.
• You want to treat the root (or source) of the problem
• You want to prevent dis-ease and worsening of symptoms
• Physical health symptoms and changes in blood pressure, headaches, migraines, hard/difficult/infrequent pooping, loose/watery/frequent/rushed pooping, frequency in urination, thyroid disorders, migraines, nausea, vomiting, chronic muscle and joint pain, fatigue, fibroids, irregular menstrual cycles, sexual issues, excessive pain with menstrual cycles, low-stress tolerance, racing heart, high cholesterol, dizziness, numbness & tingling, etc. 

The list goes on...

Yes! 

Functional (Root-Cause) & Integrative (Holistic) Psychiatry integrates conventional medicine and psychiatry, upholding the standard of care (evidenced-based medicine) while keeping you (mind, body & spirit) at the center, while focusing on getting to the root-cause!

Lifestyle Medicine includes your #1 resource as medicine...YOU (and your lifestyle)!

Preventative Medicine means just that....prevention! Whether preventing chronic disease, worsening of disease, or even just reducing the chances of being loaded up on medication!

As a result, evidenced-based functional & integrative psychiatry and lifestyle & preventative medicine go beyond the standard of care, going deeper than general psychiatry, as it understands that there is almost always a root cause to everything and that your body is designed to tend to, repair, and/or heal itself, in turn, producing better overall health outcomes & results!

A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is a clinical doctorate indicative of the highest level of education in a profession; in this case, nursing! 

An advanced practice registered nurse [APRN] or licensed nurse practitioner [LNP] is a registered nurse [RN] who has obtained additional, advanced training, education, and licensure as a nurse practitioner. 

A PMHNP-BC and FNP-BC has obtained additional education, taken and passed board certifications/exams in family medicine & psychiatry (by way of nursing)!

A DipACLM is a Diplomat of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine [DipACLM], which indicates a clinician who has taken, passed a national & international examination, and is now board-certified in lifestyle medicine!

Having obtained her clinical doctorate (DNP), license (Virginia) & triple-board certifications as a FNP, PMHNP and DipACLM, she is ...

Dr. Devin N. Bailey, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, DipACLM!

NOPE!! 

Although once upon a time, I loved being a PCP, which is why my approach is integrative family medicine/primary care + psychiatry!

As a clinic that offers specialty & subspecialty services (e.g., Integrative & Functional Psychiatry, Lifestyle Medicine), but does not practice as an assigned PCP,  we do require that our patients have and maintain regular follow-up appointments with their  PCP. 

This ensures that all physical health-related issues are managed and monitored, allowing us, a holistic healthcare team, to assist in optimizing your health and outcomes!

Naw!! 

BUT we are a faith-integrated practice that believes in The Word (Jesus) as per the Bible, which means that we also believe in WHO God says YOU and the power you inherently have.  We know our purpose is to remind you to remember WHO YOU ARE and BE ONLY that! 

So when we say "BE YOU", that is what or who we are referring to 😉.

It only takes turning on the news to see and know that (unfortunately) the Bible (Christianity) has been intentionally mistaught, misrepresented, and used as a weapon throughout time by people and religions, "Christians" and "Christianity" included,  producing widespread experiences of racism, racial trauma, and religious trauma, causing PTSD! 

So trust & believe that we understand the hesitancy and why this question would be asked. And so that Christians and Christianity can be experienced differently, we are careful to represent, incorporate, and accurately model The Word, as taught & modeled by The Word (Jesus).  

Our job is to BE "imitators of Christ" through providing quality healthcare services, while you take(receive) & perceive from it what you will, no matter your spiritual beliefs, and the Holy Spirit does the actual work.

Actions speak WAY louder than words, anyway! "Show & prove" right!

We say all this to provide full disclosure & awareness and say again that if you're down, we're down ❤️!

Nope!! But we do heavily focus on Black (African) American health & well-being, especially now under the current political & social environment and circumstances!

Our mission is that ALL people prosper in ALL ways, always, by way of experiencing Afya (Swahili): Wholeness of mind, body, and spirit; health (the state of being free from and of physical or psychological dis-ease, illness, or malfunction!

Therefore, we provide holistic, functional & integrative psychiatry and lifestyle & preventive medicine services, period! Everyone can get it because everyone deserves that!

When we say ALL people, we mean ALL people. 

However, the statistics continue to show that this has not been the collective belief or practice in healthcare, leading to healthcare inequities that are especially evident amongst Black (African) Americans. These statistics are the direct result, reflection, and proof of systemic racism that also impacts the healthcare system.

We are sensitive to this because we have direct, personal experience, insight, and witness as Black Americans, Black American women, Black Americans working in healthcare, and Black American healthcare professionals and experts. 

The research and statistics merely serve to support this undeniable lived experience.

80% of chronic (mental & physical health) diseases & related deaths are preventable!

YET Black (African) Americans, marginalized people of color, and/or people experiencing mental illness continue to die up to, if not more than, 20 years younger from PREVENTABLE chronic diseases & suicide (National Library of Medicine)

We wish that we could make it make sense, but it doesn't make sense because racism doesn't!

Therefore, we understand our purpose, one of which is to (pro)ACTIVELY change the system and its corresponding results, especially as it relates to Black (African) American people, so that we, too, can one day experience equity & equality across the board!

We say all this to provide full disclosure and say if you're down, we're down ❤️!

We provide integrative & functional psychiatry and lifestyle medicine services for the entire state of Virginia. If you have ever asked Google "psychiatrist near me" or "holistic doctors near me," we have you covered! 

Newport News City, Hampton City, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Surry County, Fairfax County, Roanoke, Culpeper, Fauquier County, Wise County, Emporia, Petersburg, Hopewell, Tazewell County, Loudon County, Shenandoah County, NOVA, Arlington, Alexandria, DMV, and more! 

If you live in any bordering states, such as Tennessee, North Carolina, Kentucky, Washington D.C., Maryland, or West Virginia, you must be physically located in Virginia during our visits to receive our services! 

So jump, walk, run, drive, fly, or visit Virginia!!

Our community educational events are provided throughout the United States of America and beyond! 

So, we got you covered wherever you are!

YES, however, there is a waitlist at the moment...but keep reading if you are interested!

Our child and adolescent psychiatry services are designed for individuals aged 2-17, ensuring that we can support your child at every stage of their development.

Children rely entirely on you, the caregiver, for their care, well-being, and livelihood. Children often reflect & model the behavior (and beliefs) they observe & experience from their parents. A disengaged, overly independent, or withdrawn child typically indicates emotionally unavailable or overbearing parents. While various factors beyond our control, such as the economy, finances, work-life balance, and parental childhood trauma, can influence this, it's essential to remember that change is always possible when we change our approach.

Therefore, we REQUIRE you as the caregiver to be FULLY ENGAGED & COMMITTED  to yourself and your child's wellbeing. Failing to do so can lead to unnecessary challenges, especially until the child becomes more independent.

At The AFYA Effect Family Healthcare Services, we provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions or symptoms of anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, trauma, ADHD, self-harm, binge eating disorder, obesity, suicidal ideation, obesity, treatment-resitance, and polypharmacy (so that we can deprescribe-reduce and/or discontinue medications, if appropriate). 

Unfortunately, NO!

Our approach to healthcare goes beyond just providing medical services; it's about honoring our patients as vital partners in their personal healthcare journey. By not accepting insurance, we can dedicate the time to truly listen to our patients and work closely with them to create a personalized treatment plan that aligns with their unique needs and objectives. This approach empowers our patients and places them at the forefront of their health and well-being.

We do not accept insurance as insurance promotes treatment-focused rather than prevention-focused healthcare. This might look like being prescribed medication instead of possibly being prescribed medication, but certainly getting the education behind what caused the need for the prescription AND the empowerment to prevent the need for the prescription in the future potentially!

Not accepting insurance allows us to dedicate more time to listening to our patients and working closely to create a treatment plan that suits their unique needs and objectives.

Regrettably, the current healthcare system is often driven by insurance demands prioritizing quantity over quality. This results in hurried appointments, unsatisfactory health outcomes, and burnout among healthcare providers. At our practice, we like to draw outside of the lines, so we refuse to be forced into a box by these limitations. Our steadfast commitment is to prioritize quality over quantity, ensuring that every patient receives the time and attention they deserve and can trust in the exceptional standard of care they will receive.

We understand that healthcare costs can be a burden, so we offer a range of direct payment options, including debit, credit, FSA, HSA, ACH, check, PayPal, Cash App, Klarna, and Apple Pay. This diverse array of payment methods is intended to make our services more accessible and affordable for all our patients.

Regrettably, due to our policy of not accepting insurance, we cannot provide ANY medical services (or offer direct payment options) to patients under Medicaid or Medicare, as dictated by Medicaid and Medicare. However, you always have the option to attend our complimentary (free) community education events!! 

Regrettably, NO!

Due to our policy of not accepting insurance, we also cannot provide ANY medical services to patients under Medicaid or Medicare, as dictated by Medicaid and Medicare. 

However, you always have the option to become a member of our complimentary BE AFYA Community and attend our events offered through this community!

No, our clinic is an out-of-network (OON) clinic, meaning we do NOT accept insurance, so you would not be able to use insurance to see us as a patient. 

BUT you do have some options below:

1. Use direct payment (e.g. cash, debit/credit, ACH, PayPal credit, FSA/HSA, etc.) to pay for our clinic's services. Then, submit a superbill to your insurance company for direct reimbursement for OON services.
2. Use your insurance to pay for or cover the costs of lab (blood) work, referrals, imaging studies, and tests that we order, as appropriate. Then submit a superbill to your insurance company for direct reimbursement for OON services.
3. Use our introductory services, consulting, and second-opinion services. These are also direct payments, offered at a lower investment (cost) to you so that you can at least get information to return to and discuss with your healthcare provider(s). Then submit a superbill to your insurance company for direct reimbursement for OON services.
4. Seek medical services at other equally excellent clinics that accept insurance!

We understand that our clinic is not for everyone, whether because of our mission, beliefs, treatment plan, or direct payment over insurance. This is why we offer multiple services as well as community education events!

On the flip side, many other equally excellent medical providers and options are available for everyone to meet their patients' and clients' needs! 

You can visit www.psychologytoday.com or contact your insurance directly to find them!

YES!

But FIRST, check with your FSA/HSA provider to verify and/or confirm which services are covered before using your FSA/HSA.

The financial investment for our subspeciality services varies depending on the type, structure of service(s), program length, and/or depth of care, access, and transformation you desire. 

Your investment of $ Finances + Time + Engagement + Level of Need depends on your specific needs and the depth & level of services that would benefit you the most.

For example...

BE AFYA Open Community educational events and webinars are $Complimentary to &Paid Access + Your Time + Your Engagement + Education-Based Need.

Root Cause Reality Check: $Complimentary + Your Time To Submit + You-Specific Root Cause, Holistic Medicine & Psychiatry Point Of View Education Via Email.

BE AFYA~Initial Evaluation/Second Opinion Evaluation: $750 + Your Time + Comprehensive Mental, Physical & Lifestyle Health Evaluation + Recommendation Report

The financial investment for our subspeciality blueprints and clinics increases as the depth & value of health engagement, transformation, and outcomes you experience increase! 

Get Your AFYA Right~Brain, Gut & Lifestyle Health Connection Blueprint

BE AFYA~ADHD & B.E.D. Assessment & Blueprint

BE AFYA~ADHD & B.E.D. Clinic*

BE AFYA~Lifestyle Health Resuscitation Clinic*

BE AFYA~Whole Health Resuscitation Clinic*

*Clinics include clinical care management*

We most definitely do!

We recommend the following ONLY if you genuinely desire our services but cannot afford our clinic's BE AFYA Lifestyle Health Resuscitation Clinic or BE AFYA Whole Health Clinic:

1. Pre-Register To BE A BE AFYA Community Member!
2. View our BE AFYA Education page for educational resources & updates!

No!

Actually, the idea is that you won't have or need to! If you stay on as a member, it will be because you want to and not because you have to or need to! You can decide how long you want to invest in your health with us. For example, some people only want a general plan or a second opinion to review on their own or take to their doctor. 

Others want psychiatry services regularly, so they decide to continue using our services on an as-needed basis once they are in a better (stable and empowered) mental, physical, and lifestyle health state or status. Some people opt to participate in the intensive program for the length of the program, and then they move on because they are now good to go!

It is up to you! Our clinic aims to get you feeling better, knowledgeable of your general health, empowered to contribute to and control your health, and less dependent on medication and your doctor, if appropriate. 

Everyone's story and situation differ; we acknowledge that and adjust accordingly!  

The AFYA Effect Family Healthcare Services offers personalized, compassionate, and all-encompassing care to our patients through a holistic (mind, body & spirit), faith-integrated, whole-person-centered approach.

Our team's extensive education and experience in nursing, family medicine, psychiatry, and functional & lifestyle medicine enable us to seamlessly integrate various specialties & subspecialties within medicine and nursing, ensuring you receive the highest quality of care.

This also allows us to better serve people who have been deemed as "treatment resistant" and/or those with polypharmacy (on multiple medications), to get to the root-cause, which might be something as simple as poorly absorbing protein, to deprescribing (reducing and/or discontinuing) medications, if appropriate!

We believe in the power of God in you, and we believe in precisely what God says about you! Therefore, we believe in you! As such, we encourage you to consider and practice all available and appropriate options rather than relying on a single approach, such as prescription medication-only, exercise-only, therapy-only, nutrition-only, etc., to achieve and maintain good health.

We do not accept insurance as insurance promotes treatment-focused rather than prevention-focused healthcare. This might look like being prescribed medication instead of possibly being prescribed medication, but certainly getting the education behind what caused the need for the prescription AND the empowerment to prevent the need for the prescription in the future potentially!

Not accepting insurance allows us to dedicate more time to listening to our patients and working closely to create a treatment plan that suits their unique needs and objectives.

Our ultimate objective is for our patients to leave our care feeling seen, experiencing healing (which appears in many forms), and empowered. We aim to provide our patients with the knowledge and skills to manage their health and healing journey, with us serving as a valued support system rather than a crutch.

**Don't just take our word for it. We encourage you to read the reviews below to get a sense of the experiences of our patients!**

Lifestyle Medicine is an evidence-based medical specialty that uses therapeutic lifestyle interventions as medicine to prevent and/or treat chronic conditions including, but not limited to, cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and obesity~American College of Lifestyle Medicine