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Stephen Songonuga, BSN, MSN, CRNP-PMH
Clinical Leader | Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner | Champion for Mental-Health Equity
Stephen is a dedicated Medical Director and board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner whose career is built on compassion, evidence-based care, and visionary leadership in mental health. With extensive experience in direct patient care, program development, and clinical leadership, he brings both practical expertise and a strategic perspective to Caring Shelters.
Throughout his professional journey, Stephen has worked at the intersection of psychiatry and community health—designing treatment plans, leading multidisciplinary teams, and championing holistic approaches that address the social, emotional, and medical needs of individuals living with mental-health challenges. His commitment to patient-centered care ensures that dignity, respect, and inclusion remain at the heart of every initiative.
As Medical Director and board member of Caring Shelters, Stephen focuses on:
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Shaping clinical programs that align with best-practice standards
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Integrating evidence-based approaches into service delivery
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Guiding the organization’s strategic response to evolving community needs
He believes in bridging clinical expertise with advocacy, ensuring that people not only receive care but also experience a renewed sense of hope and belonging. Stephen’s leadership is defined by empathy, collaboration, and a deep conviction that transformative mental-health support must be accessible, inclusive, and rooted in human connection.
“True care is about seeing beyond the diagnosis—it’s about empowering every person to heal, belong, and thrive.”