Our Providers

The People Behind Your Care

Our providers bring experience across inpatient, outpatient and community psychiatry, and share a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based, individualized care.

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Hailegiorgis (George) Bizuneh, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Hailegiorgis (George) Bizuneh, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified and licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over six years of dedicated experience in the field of psychiatry. George’s extensive journey in psychiatric practice spans diverse settings, encompassing both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, as well as serving as a psychiatric consultant across various medical floors. George is a passionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner committed to delivering exceptional mental health care.

George’s professional journey commenced with a strong academic foundation. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, and thereafter worked as a nursing lecturer for two years. He graduated with honors from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in psychiatry and mental health. This educational pursuit laid the groundwork for his comprehensive understanding of mental health complexities and equipped him with the expertise to navigate various facets of psychiatric care.

George has rich clinical experience in psychiatry. He has been in the field for over six years, providing psychiatric services to clients with a wide range of mental health conditions in various clinical settings. On average he provides psychiatric services to 350–400 clients monthly in hospital and community settings. He worked as a psychiatric nurse practitioner at Tucker Pavilion within Chippenham Hospital in inpatient psychiatric units and acute stabilization, and as a psychiatric consultant across diverse medical floors at Chippenham & Johnston-Willis Hospital.

While George is licensed to evaluate and treat psychiatric conditions across the lifespan, he focuses on the treatment of adults aged 18 to 65. His approach blends evidence-based practice with empathy and active listening, ensuring that each patient receives comprehensive, individualized care — including medication management and supportive counseling aimed at promoting mental wellness and resilience.

Beyond clinical practice, George is an advocate for mental health awareness and destigmatization. He is actively engaged in community outreach, educational initiatives and professional forums, working to create a more supportive and understanding environment for individuals navigating mental health challenges.

Clinical Focus
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Bipolar and other mood disorders
  • PTSD and trauma-related disorders
  • ADHD
  • OCD
  • Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders

Cletus Chudi Aralu, MD

Board-Certified Neurologist

Dr. Cletus Chudi Aralu is a board-certified general neurologist with extensive clinical experience in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of a broad range of neurological conditions. He completed his medical education at the University of Jos in Plateau State, Nigeria, followed by postgraduate training in the United States, including an Internal Medicine internship through Georgetown University and Neurology Residency training at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC.

Dr. Aralu has practiced in multiple healthcare settings and hospitals throughout the Richmond, Virginia area, caring for diverse patient populations with a wide range of neurological concerns. His approach emphasizes careful evaluation, accurate diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and continuity of care. At Commonwealth Psychiatry & Wellness, Dr. Aralu will support patients through neurology-led evaluations, including neuropsychological testing for ADHD and related cognitive concerns.

Ajirioghene Igbide, MD

Board-Certified Psychiatrist

Dr. Ajirioghene Igbide is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 20 years of clinical experience providing psychiatric care across diverse treatment settings, including inpatient and outpatient services. He has practiced in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia, caring for patients with a wide range of psychiatric conditions and treatment needs.

Dr. Igbide earned his medical degree from the University of Benin Faculty of Medicine. His professional training includes a Diploma in Clinical Psychiatry from Ireland, a Psychoanalysis Fellowship at the Baltimore Washington Center for Psychoanalysis, and Psychiatry Residency training at St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, DC. He brings extensive psychiatric experience, clinical knowledge, and a compassionate approach to patient care. At Commonwealth Psychiatry & Wellness, Dr. Igbide will support the practice’s mission of providing comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care focused on healing, stability, and improved quality of life.

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