Independent Psychiatric Practice · Missouri & Illinois

Psychiatric care built around your whole life.

EveryLife Behavioral Health is an independent PMHNP practice offering compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care — grounded in the belief that lasting wellness grows from the whole person, not just a diagnosis.

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Our Philosophy

Compassionate care. Evidence‑based treatment. Lifelong wellness.

Every person who walks through our door — in person or by telehealth — carries a story that is entirely their own. EveryLife Behavioral Health was founded on the idea that psychiatric care should honor that story, not flatten it into a checklist of symptoms.

We combine rigorous, evidence-based practice with the kind of unhurried attention that lets real change take root. Whether you're managing a long-standing condition or seeking help for the first time, our goal is the same: steady, judgment-free support toward a life that feels genuinely your own.

What We Offer

Care that meets you where you are

01

Psychiatric Evaluation

A thorough, unhurried initial assessment that looks at the full picture — history, symptoms, and goals — to build a treatment plan that actually fits your life.

02

Medication Management

Ongoing, collaborative prescribing with regular check-ins, careful monitoring, and honest conversation about what's working and what isn't.

03

Telehealth Visits

Secure video appointments available to patients throughout Missouri and Illinois, so consistent care doesn't depend on a commute.

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Missouri
IL
Illinois
Where We Practice

Serving patients across two states

EveryLife Behavioral Health is licensed to provide psychiatric care to residents of both Missouri and Illinois, with in-person and telehealth options designed to fit your schedule and circumstances.

  • In-person appointments available for local patients
  • Telehealth visits for patients anywhere in MO or IL
  • Flexible scheduling for ongoing medication management
Our Approach

Three principles that guide every visit

Whole-person, not just symptoms

Treatment plans are built around your history, relationships, and goals — not a diagnosis alone.

Evidence-based, always

Every recommendation is grounded in current clinical research and best practice guidelines.

A steady, judgment-free space

You should never feel rushed or reduced to a chart note. Care here moves at a human pace.

Meet Your Provider

Board-certified, and invested in your care

Dr. Goodluck Nshi, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Goodluck Nshi, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
  • LicenseMO #2026011549 · IL #209035577
  • CertificationANCC Board Certified, PMHNP-BC
  • EducationDNP, Aspen University
  • Experience16 years in nursing & behavioral health

Dr. Goodluck Nshi founded EveryLife Behavioral Health on 16 years of frontline nursing experience and a doctorate-level command of psychiatric care. As a board-certified PMHNP, he conducts comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, mental status exams, and risk assessments across the full lifespan — from adolescents to older adults — diagnosing using DSM-5-TR criteria and prescribing with a sharp eye for interactions, side effects, and what actually works for real life.

His approach pairs evidence-based psychotherapy — CBT, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy — with steady, judgment-free psychoeducation, so every treatment plan is something you understand and helped build, not just something you were handed.

Psychiatric Care Across the Lifespan Medication Management CBT & Motivational Interviewing Crisis Intervention Telehealth
Insurance & Rates

Straightforward pricing, no surprises

Insurance Accepted

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Don't see your plan? Out-of-network benefits and superbills are available — contact us to check your coverage.

Self-Pay Rates

  • Initial Psychiatric Evaluation$[XXX]
  • Follow-Up / Medication Management$[XXX]
  • Extended Session$[XXX]
Good Faith Estimate: Under the No Surprises Act, self-pay and uninsured patients have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected charges before treatment. Ask us for an estimate at any time, or learn more at cms.gov/nosurprises.
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is a PMHNP, and how is it different from a psychiatrist?

A Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is a board-certified, licensed provider trained to evaluate, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions, including prescribing medication. PMHNPs and psychiatrists both provide medication management; many patients find PMHNPs offer more visit time and a collaborative, whole-person approach.

Are you accepting new patients?

[Yes/No] — [add current availability details here, e.g. "we're currently accepting new patients across both Missouri and Illinois, with typical new-patient scheduling within X weeks."]

Do you prescribe controlled substances (e.g., stimulants, benzodiazepines)?

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What's your cancellation policy?

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Do you offer telehealth visits?

Yes. We offer secure video appointments for patients located in Missouri or Illinois at the time of the visit, in addition to in-person appointments at our Chesterfield, MO office.

How do I get started?

Reach out using the appointment request form below, or call or email the practice directly. We'll follow up to confirm insurance or self-pay details and get your first visit on the calendar.

Request an Appointment

Let's find a time that works

Fill out the form and our office will follow up within one business day to confirm your appointment and answer any insurance questions.

This form is not for use in a medical emergency. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or call 911. Submitting this form does not confirm an appointment until our office follows up.

Billing

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  • Zellebilling@everylifebh.com
  • Check by MailPayable to EveryLife BH

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Payments are handled entirely by PayPal and Stripe's secure, PCI-compliant systems. EveryLife Behavioral Health does not transmit or store payment card information. For billing questions specific to your account or insurance claim, please contact the practice directly rather than using the notes field at checkout.

Get Started

Take the first step toward lifelong wellness

Reach out to schedule an initial evaluation or ask a question about care in Missouri or Illinois. We respond to every inquiry personally.

Serving
Missouri & Illinois
Visit Type
In-Person & Telehealth
Practice
Independent PMHNP Care
Office Hours
Mon–Thu: 9am–5pm
Fri: 9am–1pm