About Myleme Ojinga Harrison
A psychiatrist in Raleigh, North Carolina, Myleme Nyerere Ojinga Harrison, has nearly three decades of experience in the medical field. Dr. M Ojina Harrison has extensive experience in psychotic disorders, including treating anxiety, attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and drug use disorders, among other conditions.
The combination of his clinical expertise, empathy, adaptability, and strong communication skills make Dr. Harrison an outstanding psychiatrist. He has a thorough understanding of psychiatric disorders and evidence-based treatments, including therapeutic techniques that integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychoeducation into treatment plans. Dr. Harrison also knows the latest medications, their mechanisms, and potential side effects in treating patients. He recognizes and manages overlapping conditions like ADHD and anxiety, or bipolar disorder and substance use. His understanding of intellectual and developmental disabilities enables him to tailor treatment accordingly.
A Legacy of Excellence in Behavioral Health: The Carter Clinic
Dr. Harrison, an alumnus of the Internal Medicine and Psychiatry Residency Program at Duke University, is president of the Carter Clinic, P.A. The Carter Clinic was co-founded by James H. Carter, Sr., MD, the first Black full professor of psychiatry at Duke University Medical Center, and his wife in 2003 toward the end of Dr. Carter’s career. The clinic provides mental health and addiction services to people across North Carolina at its twelve locations (Raleigh, Fayetteville, Smithfield, Dunn, Wilmington, Whiteville, Lumberton, Shelby, Elizabethtown, Wilson, Laurinburg, and Kinston) and via telehealth.
Dr. Harrison primarily works in Raleigh and the other offices in Smithfield and Fayetteville. He and his professional team of board-certified psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician associates, therapists, and technicians at the Carter Clinic treat patients with depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, opiate dependence, alcohol and drug abuse, anxiety and panic disorders, PTSD, marital conflicts, autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia, and childhood behavioral problems.
In addition, the Carter Clinic engages in clinical research to understand the impact of the complex relationships between mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Primary care medical services are also available at the clinic’s Raleigh, Fayetteville, and Dunn locations.
Patient testimonials underscore the work of Dr. M Ojinga Harrison and the Carter Clinic: “Savanna and Tia consistently go above and beyond for me…. Their genuine compassion and attentiveness have made a significant difference in my journey toward better mental health. Thank you to the entire team for your exceptional support and dedication.”
The James H. Carter, Sr. Community Service Award
Dr. Harrison champions Dr. Carter’s work with the clinic’s James H. Carter, Sr. Community Service Award. The award recognizes one or two Duke Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences trainees each year for outstanding commitment and service in community psychiatry, particularly among underrepresented minorities and with attention to health disparities.
Award recipients receive a certificate and $1,500 from the Carter Clinic for their service.
Dr. Harrison’s Education
Dr. M Ojinga Harrison received his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHC) College of Medicine in 1997. The College of Medicine is a member of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), which represents the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).
Dr. Harrison completed a combined five-year Internal Medicine and Psychiatry residency at Duke University. Med-Psych is a well-recognized and respected specialty at Duke, with appreciation for its residents and faculty’s unique perspective and expertise.
Myleme Ojinga Harrison also completed a research fellowship at the Center for Spirituality, Theology, and Health.
Co-Author of “A Letter From Tamar”
Myleme Ojinga Harrison and his wife, Dr. Dionne Harrison, co-authored an e-book titled “A Letter From Tamar,” the ultimate story straight from God’s word to help children and families increase their awareness about sexual abuse and the dangers of silence. “In a culture that is validating perversion, we must be proactive and educate our children early about God’s divine purpose for their bodies,” wrote Dr. Dionne Harrison. She got the idea for the book after realizing there was a lack of child-friendly, Biblically-based counseling tools for sexual abuse prevention education and for Christians who had experienced sexual abuse.
Shared interests brought Dr. M Ojinga Harrison and his wife together. The couple met at the Duke University Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health. They are committed to a view of behavioral health and mental illness that acknowledges the impact of the fall on our humanity and physical bodies. The Harrisons have engaged in various training in Biblical counseling focused on compassionately and rightly dealing with the sufferings of this life.
His Personal Life
Myleme Nyerere Ojinga Harrison married his wife Dionne in 2003. They have five beautiful children.
Dr. Harrison speaks English and Spanish.