Your Journey to Mental Clarity Starts Here.
Seeking help is an act of courage. At Brightstar, we provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care in a supportive environment. Every person’s experience is unique and deserves a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs, goals, and circumstances.
Free 15-Min Consultation
Personalized Care
Utilizing Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and SFBT, we ground our care in collaborative, non-judgmental support and active listening.
Medication Management
Comprehensive assessment of symptoms, review of options, and ongoing adjustments based on DSM-5 clinical evidence and individual response.
Inclusive Outreach
Culturally sensitive care for adults and elders (65+). We work with diverse backgrounds and offer services in both English and French.
Dr. Pius Awandem Tanyifor
DNP, APRN, PMHNP, CNP | Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Tanyifor is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner verified by Psychology Today and licensed in Minnesota. He earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Walden University in 2025 and holds national certification through the ANCC.
Expertise: Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Personality Disorders, OCD, Trauma/PTSD, DID, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Substance Use Disorder (SUD), Relationship Concerns, and Life Transitions.
"Seeking help for mental health can feel daunting. I am committed to meeting each individual with empathy, professionalism, and healing."
Practice Details
Hours: Weekdays 5pm-8pm, Sat 9am-5pm
Location: Saint Paul, MN 55116
Availability: In-Person & Telehealth
Insurance & Finance
Aetna, Cigna, Evernorth, Medica, Meritain, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, and UHC/UBH.
Fees: $200 Initial Session (Sliding scale available).
Contact & Payment
Phone: (651) 427-6701
Payment: ACH, HSA, Visa, MC, Discover, Amex.
Superbills offered for out-of-pocket.