
15+ years of experience
Meet the founder
Clara Ampem-Darko
CEO - Hope NP in Psychiatry
Clara, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), is the founder of HOPE NP in Psychiatry. With over 14 years of experience in diverse mental healthcare settings—ranging from inpatient and outpatient care to emergency room services—Clara is dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible mental health care for individuals of all backgrounds. As a proud African American woman originally from Ghana, West Africa, Clara has a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by people of color. She is passionate about supporting underserved communities, including those with or without insurance, by breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and empowering individuals to seek the help they deserve.
Education & Dedications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Minor in Psychology
– Utica College
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Psychiatry – Molloy College
At HOPE NP in Psychiatry, Clara is committed to fostering mental wellness, inspiring resilience, and ensuring that every person—regardless of their circumstances—has access to quality mental health care.
Hope and Healing Begin With Us
Believing in Better Mental Health Every Day
Our Vision
Our Approch

Experience You Can Trust
We Are The Best For psychiatry
We provide professional psychiatric and mental health services tailored to the needs of adolescents and adults. Our services are delivered virtually, offering you the convenience and comfort of accessing care from anywhere.
We are committed to providing quality and culturally competent care which is affordable mental health service through virtual services, which accommodates your lifestyle and needs. We specialize in medication management across a range of issues.
“Hope begins with understanding, and healing starts with care.”