Depression Psychiatrists in Maryland

I create a welcoming, respectful space where patients feel safe to communicate openly. I practice active listening and value patient input when setting therapy goals. My approach is holistic, treating the whole person, and I encourage collaboration, helping patients feel seen, heard, and empowered in their care. I review a patient's history before each session and begin with clear introductions and goal setting. I invite open discussion of concerns and tailor treatment plans with patient input. I often incorporate CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy into care, promoting growth through supportive, personalized strategies.

My nursing journey began over 30 years ago in a state psychiatric hospital in Goldsboro, NC, inspired by the poised nurse I admired at church as a child. My path includes roles as LPN, RN, BSN, and multiple advanced practice degrees, and I hold the PMHNP-BC credential. I have worked in inpatient and outpatient settings, VA clinics, and private practices. I also serve as a preceptor for PMHNP students at my alma mater, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

I provide medication management combined with supportive therapy, typically in 30-minute follow-up visits. I take a holistic approach to treatment, considering the impact of lifestyle, parenting practices, and family dynamics on mental health. I emphasize integrative care, ensuring that treatment plans are tailored to each patient's unique needs and circumstances.

During the first visit, patients can expect a thorough and compassionate evaluation, where I take time to understand their symptoms, medical history, and environmental influences. I prioritize collaborative decision-making, working closely with patients and, when applicable, their families, to develop a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan. Follow-up visits typically focus on medication adjustments, supportive therapy, and lifestyle recommendations to optimize mental health outcomes.

I am trained in adult, child, and adolescent psychiatry and am a board-certified pediatrician. I earned my Bachelor of Science from the University of Calgary and my medical degree from St. George's University in Grenada. I completed my pediatrics residency at Maimonides Medical Center in New York and practiced pediatrics with MedStar Shah Medical Group in Maryland before transitioning to psychiatry. I later trained in child and adult psychiatry at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center.

I approach each patient with empathy, attentiveness, and respect, fostering an environment of safety and trust. I recognize the importance of cultural diversity and am dedicated to understanding each person's unique background, values, and life circumstances. My patient-centered philosophy ensures that individuals feel heard, validated, and actively involved in their care. I combine evidence-based psychopharmacology with supportive psychotherapy to provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, collaborating closely with patients to develop a plan that targets their specific symptoms and goals, focusing on improving functioning, resilience, and overall well-being.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 25 years of clinical experience across community hospitals, university teaching hospitals, the Veterans Administration (VA) medical system, and private practice. I have served as the inpatient medical director at MedStar Harbor Hospital in Baltimore and outpatient medical director at the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake. I have extensive expertise diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorders, phobias, thought disorders, trauma, and PTSD. I completed my BS at the University of Maryland at College Park, my MD at Georgetown School of Medicine, and my residency and fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical System at Baltimore (UMMS).

I use person-centered, solution-focused, DBT, CPT, CBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and other approaches to assist clients. I strive in aiding clients work on attachment issues, relationship problems, ADHD, self-esteem, self-worth, gender identity, boundary issues, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I have worked with clients from a variety of backgrounds, populations, and identities and take pride in being a LGBTQIA+ affirming, gender-affirming, BIPOC therapist who has worked with clients who have experienced various types of traumas. Clients will find I have a conversational tone, direct, non-judgmental approach when addressing their therapeutic goals and provide a safe space for them to do their work.

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who has practiced as a mental health therapist for several years. I received a Bachelor of Science degree from Mount Olive College, in NC, a Master of Science in Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University, in MN, and a Doctorate in Education, in Higher Educational Leadership from Liberty University in VA. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider (BC-TMH), Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (CDBT), and Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (C-TFCBT). I have worked in business, outpatient mental health, non-profits, in private practice, and with the military.

I value open communication, privacy, and a collaborative approach with my patients. I create a warm, supportive environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered to participate in their care. In initial sessions, I thoroughly assess patients' history, concerns, and goals to ensure care is personalized and effective. I develop comprehensive treatment plans that align with each patient's objectives, providing ongoing support to help them achieve meaningful outcomes.

I earned my medical degree from Vanderbilt School of Medicine and completed psychiatry residency training at the University of California San Diego and Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. I have experience practicing in a variety of outpatient settings, including community mental health and military care, serving active-duty service members, their families, and veterans.

I am a general adult psychiatrist specializing in medication management. I value building strong connections with patients from all walks of life and tailoring treatments to their unique needs. My working style is characterized by attentive listening, detailed follow-up questions, and straightforward communication, fostering a collaborative and empathetic environment.

I obtained my medical doctorate degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and my PhD from New York University, where I also completed my psychiatry residency. I provide medication management for a variety of psychiatric conditions and am licensed to practice in California, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. I am fluent in English and Mandarin.

My practice focuses on medication management and also incorporates supportive therapy techniques, typically in 30-minute follow-up visits. In some cases, I may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team.

I am a staff psychiatrist at Talkiatry, board-certified in Adult Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I received my medical degree from the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and completed my residency training through the Louisiana State University/Ochsner Health Foundation Psychiatry Residency program. I have experience working in inpatient, emergency, and consult-liaison psychiatry but particularly enjoy the opportunity to work longitudinally with patients in the outpatient setting.

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I am board certified in general and child and adolescent psychiatry. My practice primarily focuses on medication management. I see myself as a collaborator with therapists and counselors in caring for their shared patients and their families. While I specialize in working with patients with anxiety, I do not prescribe benzodiazepines.

I received my medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN. I completed my residency at West Virginia University Hospitals and WVU School of Medicine and a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the Yale Child Study Center, Yale University School of Medicine, and Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven and Middletown, CT. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Memphis.

After my fellowship, I remained in CT for two additional years, working in the Department of Children and Families, serving the state's at-risk youth and adolescents at a psychiatric residential treatment facility. I then returned to West Virginia University as clinical faculty in its School of Medicine. During that 12-year academic appointment, I had active roles in educating, training, and supervising medical students, general psychiatry residents, child and adolescent psychiatry fellows, and trainees from various disciplines. I worked for many years with adolescent males at both the Dually Diagnosed and Specialized Residential Treatment Centers within West Virginia University Healthcare. I provided outpatient and acute inpatient care, as well as hospital-based consultation services. Within the community, I provided medication evaluation and management services to residential treatment facilities and university student health. I have been seeing patients and collaborating with providers through telemedicine since 2016.

I am a board certified adult psychiatrist who emphasizes patient education and a psychodynamic approach to outpatient psychiatry. My practice focuses on blending medication management together with psychotherapy, and I prioritize collaboration with your therapist, encouraging working together as a team. I understand that medications are not the end-all-be-all of treatment, but just the beginning. For trauma and acute stress, I understand that the journey starts at the tip of the iceberg, with much to explore as you feel more ready. Areas of specialization include psychopharmacology, patient-centered medicine, and combination treatment of psychiatry and psychotherapy.

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, where I completed an MD and PhD combined program, which helped develop my "doctors as teachers" style of practice. I completed my psychiatry residency training at Loyola University Medical Center in Illinois. My passion for empowering patients with knowledge stems from my academic experience in psychiatry residency training. I served as an Associate Program Director of Loyola's Psychiatry residency training program for two years and now maintain an Affiliate Assistant Professor of Psychiatry role with Loyola. I continue to contribute to residency training, as well as mentorship of medical students and psychology externs. Over the years, I have received several awards that demonstrate my affinity for teaching, including the Educator of the Year Award in 2022 from the Loyola Psychiatry Residency Program.

I focus on providing patient-centered care, emphasizing improving quality of life and helping patients reach their specific treatment goals. My approach integrates medication management with supportive therapy. I believe in a collaborative treatment process and may recommend additional therapy support when necessary to optimize outcomes. I take a cautious and limited approach to the use of controlled medications, ensuring responsible medication management.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist with specialized training in treating depression and anxiety disorders. I earned my medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and also hold a doctorate in pharmacy from the University of Georgia. I completed my residency training in psychiatry at VA Boston/Harvard Medical School and gained significant clinical experience at McLean Hospital. Additionally, I completed a fellowship in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at Columbia University Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research.

During the first visit, patients can expect a comprehensive assessment of their symptoms, medical history, and treatment goals. I take a thoughtful and individualized approach to care, working with patients to develop a treatment plan that incorporates medication management and supportive therapy. Follow-up visits typically last 20-30 minutes and focus on monitoring progress and adjusting treatment as needed. In some cases, I may recommend involving an additional therapist to further enhance the effectiveness of the treatment plan.

I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years' experience in the mental health field. My specialty areas include ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, PTSD, and women's health.

My clinical experience spans inpatient, outpatient, detoxification rehab, psychiatric emergency department, IOP, and PHP settings. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and brief psychotherapy. In addition to medication management with psychotherapy, I may recommend individual therapy for the best possible patient outcome.

I provide a non-judgmental therapeutic environment in which patients feel comfortable discussing their concerns. I offer education about diagnosis and treatment options, empowering patients to be an active part of their treatment plan.

I am passionate about providing clients with a holistic approach to mental health care, incorporating both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions. I work with adult and senior populations, focusing on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions, and I collaborate closely with clients to guide them through understanding and selecting the most effective interventions and medication management options for their needs. Supportive therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing are integral components of my medication management sessions. My areas of specialty include the treatment of major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, and insomnia. I believe the therapeutic relationship offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively through life's challenges, and I view medication management as an important part of a comprehensive treatment plan that also includes therapy.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatric nurse practitioner with 24 years of experience. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, and completed a nursing practice degree at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. My research focused on non-pharmacologic interventions for insomnia in individuals with depression. I have experience treating patients in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings.

I also have experience working with military veterans. At the VA Outpatient Clinic in Baltimore, Maryland, I treated veterans returning from Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, as well as those from the Vietnam and Korean War eras. My clinical work there focused on PTSD, major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, and bipolar disorder.

I aim to create a warm and inviting environment that will allow clients to further develop growth and empowerment within themselves. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to meet each client where they are in each session. I have been effective in providing therapy for many presenting concerns such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, trauma, career conflicts, and relationship issues. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, friends, and families.

I am a licensed clinical counselor in both Maryland and North Carolina. I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with my master's in clinical mental health counseling.

I am board-certified in adult psychiatry and addiction medicine. I am passionate about providing quality and accessible mental health care while considering each patient's concerns, values, and life circumstances. I have special clinical interests in providing trauma-informed and culturally competent care in the treatment of mental health conditions, and I have experience working with special populations, such as minorities, immigrants, perinatal women, and LGBTQ+ communities.

I received my medical doctorate degree from State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center and completed my psychiatry residency at George Washington University Hospital in DC. Prior to medical school, I completed a Master of Public Health from Yale School of Public Health. I also hold a certificate from Harvard in Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery Program.

I currently serve on the Board of Directors for a non-profit organization in Washington DC to prepare people recovering from mental illness to improve their quality of life. Although my practice primarily focuses on medication management, I look forward to getting to know you and incorporating my experiences with insight-oriented therapy in 20 or 30 minute follow-up visits.

I create a warm and supportive environment where individuals and couples feel heard and empowered. My approach is collaborative and tailored, ensuring therapy meets the unique needs of each person while celebrating progress. I guide clients in making choices to change hindering situations and gain clarity through clinical tools to interpret and respond differently to life's challenges. I use a holistic approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. I am also trained in Gottman Levels 1 and 2, providing evidence-based techniques to strengthen relationships and improve intimacy and communication. My expertise includes issues related to sexual health, intimacy, relationships, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, and grief and loss.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified Sex Therapist with a Master of Education in Counseling and Development from Sam Houston State University. With extensive experience in education and private practice, I have helped individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and create meaningful change.

I believe change happens when individuals are honest with themselves and willing to do the work. As Carl Rogers said, "One must accept themselves as they are before change can occur." I consider it a privilege to support others as they heal, grow, and embrace life's possibilities.

I use a patient-centered, collaborative approach with a primary focus on medication management combined with supportive therapy. I apply evidence-based treatment strategies and emphasize psychoeducation and achieving treatment goals through mutually agreed-upon methods. I specialize in treating adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD. New patients can expect a comprehensive initial interview that includes an assessment of psychiatric history, current symptoms, medication history, and social background. I prioritize personalized treatment that aligns with each patient's individual goals in a supportive environment. Follow-up appointments last approximately 30 minutes and include time to adjust or reinforce therapeutic strategies and provide supportive psychotherapy.

I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I earned my master's degree in biotechnology from Johns Hopkins University and my master's degree in nursing from the University of Maryland, and I also completed a nursing practice degree from Chatham University. I have worked in inpatient psychiatry at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatry at Fort Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital. I bring a strong background in research and have served as a biologist, nurse, and nurse practitioner at the National Institutes of Health.