Our Psychiatrist
At DaniCare, our dedicated psychiatrists provide personalized, compassionate care to support your mental well-being. Explore our team of experts and discover the care you deserve.
Meet Our Psychiatrists
Dr. Dolani Ajanaku, M.D
Specialization: General Psychiatry, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dr. Dolani Ajanaku, our esteemed Psychiatrist, brings a wealth of expertise to our practice, serving a diverse range of individuals seeking comprehensive mental health care. With a strong educational background, including a B.A. in Biological Sciences from Rutgers University and an M.D. from Rutgers University School of Medicine, Dr. Ajanaku is dedicated to providing personalized psychiatric care.
Having completed General Psychiatry Residency at USF/Stony Brook University and advanced training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY, Dr. Ajanaku specializes in a holistic approach to mental well-being. DaniCare offers comprehensive treatment options tailored to unique goals, encompassing meticulous psychiatric evaluation, suitable medical assessments, personalized follow-up sessions, discussions on lifestyle adjustments, and adept medication management.
Beyond the credentials, DaniCare understands the diverse needs of our patients, serving a wide scope and coverage. Mental well-being is our top priority, and DaniCare is committed to creating a warm and supportive environment for psychiatric care.
Thank you for considering DaniCare as your partner in mental health. DaniCare looks forward to supporting individuals on the path to a healthier and happier life.
What a psychiatrist does
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who has gone on to specialise in mental health. That medical training is the practical difference between a psychiatrist and the other professionals you may be weighing up. It means the conditions that imitate a psychiatric problem — thyroid disease, sleep disorders, the side effects of another medication, substance use — can be considered and ruled out rather than assumed away.
It also means medication can be prescribed, adjusted and monitored when that is the right answer. In Texas, psychologists and licensed therapists do valuable work that psychiatrists do not, but they cannot prescribe. If what you need is a diagnosis or a prescription, a psychiatrist is where that starts.
Psychiatrist, psychologist or therapist — which do you need?
What happens at your first appointment
The first appointment is mostly a conversation. You will be asked what brought you in, how long it has been going on, what you have already tried, and what is happening in the rest of your life — sleep, work, relationships, any medication you take now. If it helps, you are welcome to bring a family member.
You leave with a plan: what we think is going on, what the options are, and the next step. Nothing is decided without being explained to you first, and you can ask as many questions as you need. If a medication is recommended, you are told what it is for, how long it takes to work and what to watch for, before you decide.
Appointments are in person at our Laredo office or by secure video for patients located in Texas, California, New Jersey or New York at the time of the visit.
What we treat
- ADHD evaluation and treatment for adults, teens and children
- Anxiety, panic and OCD
- Depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia and PTSD
- Child and adolescent psychiatry
- Medication management, including reviewing what you are already taking
- Immigration psychiatric evaluations
Common questions
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?
Not to request an appointment with us. Some insurance plans require one for coverage; our team checks your plan when you call and tells you before anything is booked.
Is there a waitlist?
No. That is one of the main reasons patients come to us from cities where the wait for psychiatric care is measured in months.
Will I be put on medication?
Not necessarily. Not everyone who is evaluated needs a medication, and when one is recommended it is explained first — what it is for, what to expect, and what to watch for. Nothing is prescribed before you understand it, and no prescription is guaranteed.
Can I be seen in Spanish?
Yes. We are a border practice and Spanish-language care is routine here rather than a special arrangement. Mention it when you call.
Is what I say confidential?
Yes. Your health information is protected by federal law (HIPAA) and is not shared without your permission, apart from the narrow exceptions the law requires, such as an immediate risk to someone's safety.
