PTSD Psychiatrists in Maryland

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 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 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).

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 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 greatly value connecting with my patients. I am gentle yet direct in my approach and use a shared decision-making process to design a treatment plan that aligns with my patients' goals. I provide psychoeducation for diagnoses and medication recommendations, and I appreciate a family-based approach. I have a special interest in ADHD and trauma. I use a comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluation, psychotherapy, and medication management to treat a variety of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and ADHD, and I promote non-pharmaceutical interventions, when appropriate, with patient-oriented lifestyle and behavioral modifications.

I am a native Marylander who recently completed my fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry from the University of Maryland. I completed my residency in general psychiatry in San Antonio, Texas and am a Board Certified Psychiatrist. Prior to training, I attended medical school at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York. I also hold a master's in biomedical science from Rutgers University in New Jersey and a bachelor's in public health from the University of Maryland. I serve on the Early Career Psychiatrist Committee for the Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists of Greater Washington Area.

I have worked in various settings, ranging from academic centers, schools, state hospitals, and residential treatment centers. I also provided medication management and therapy to Medicaid patients in an outpatient setting, delivering care to children and adolescents with various mental health disorders. I have experience in Emergency Psychiatry as well.

I employ a collaborative, patient-centered approach, tailoring treatment plans to meet each individual's specific needs. My practice integrates pharmacotherapy with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and supportive therapy as needed. I specialize in treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, neuropsychiatric disorders, developmental disorders, and personality disorders. My philosophy is to provide personalized care that makes a meaningful impact at different stages of a patient's life.

I am board-certified in Psychiatry and completed my psychiatry residency training at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. With over 14 years of experience, I have worked in a variety of settings, including five years in inpatient psychiatry in Vermont, where I served as Medical Director for a state hospital psychiatric unit and taught medical students. I then spent five years working in an outpatient community mental health center in Pennsylvania before transitioning to telepsychiatry, providing care to individuals in Pennsylvania, Florida, and New York.

During the first visit, patients can expect a comprehensive evaluation focused on understanding their mental health concerns, history, and treatment goals. I take a compassionate and collaborative approach, working closely with patients to create individualized treatment plans, ensuring that each patient receives a balanced and effective combination of medication management and therapeutic interventions suited to their unique needs.

I believe in empowering patients through education and collaboration so they can play an active role in their mental health journey. I work to create a warm and welcoming space where patients feel safe, heard, and understood. Whether the treatment path includes therapy, medication, integrative approaches, or a combination, I ensure that the plan reflects the patient's needs and goals. I take a thorough and holistic approach to care, spending time understanding each patient's history and past treatments — what has or hasn't worked — and listening carefully to their current concerns and future goals. By factoring in lifestyle and preferences, I work with patients to build thoughtful, individualized treatment plans.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) with over 20 years of nursing experience. I graduated magna cum laude with a BSN from Florida Atlantic University and earned my MSN from the University of Florida. I completed a Psychiatric NP Residency at the VA in Charleston, SC. I have worked in a variety of settings including the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center, the Palm Beach County Firefighter's Clinic, various outpatient telehealth platforms, and a child and adolescent inpatient facility. I was also an adjunct professor at Palm Beach State College.

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 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.

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 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 strive to provide compassionate and holistic care with the integration of supportive psychotherapy and medication management. My professional interests include treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and eating disorders.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist at Talkiatry. I received my medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency training at Mount Sinai Morningside West.

I take a comprehensive approach to patient care, integrating biological, psychological, and environmental factors into treatment planning. I focus on developing a meaningful therapeutic relationship and providing medication interventions for specific treatment goals. I provide interpersonal psychotherapy in conjunction with medication management services. I have a special interest in the treatment of multiple mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and OCD. I treat adults ages 18 to 65 years old.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult psychiatry and have been practicing for over 11 years. I completed my undergraduate education at Virginia Tech, graduating Cum Laude with degrees in Biology and Chemistry. Following graduation, I attended a research internship at the National Institutes of Health, where I received a Post-baccalaureate Intramural Research Training Award. I completed my medical degree from the Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA, and my General Psychiatry Residency at Georgetown University, where I served as Chief Resident. After residency, I entered private practice in McLean, VA.

I foster a respectful, non-judgmental space where communication is clear and care is recovery oriented. I prioritize building a therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy and trust to support each patient's unique path to wellness. I specialize in mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist with seven years of clinical experience treating adults in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I earned my medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt. I speak English and conversational Romanian.

I begin with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan aligned with the patient's goals. I use evidence-based medication management and offer supportive psychotherapy and psychoeducation to empower patients throughout their treatment journey.

I am a dedicated, board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. I am deeply passionate about helping others and take a holistic, evidence-based approach to mental healthcare, empowering patients to live life to their fullest potential. My practice focuses on medication management and supportive therapy, offering 30-minute follow-up sessions. When additional therapy is needed, I recommend including a therapist in the care team to ensure the best possible outcomes. I strongly believe in prioritizing client involvement and fostering interprofessional collaboration.

I have extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, working with adults and children facing a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, and psychotic disorders.

Your mental health journey is unique, and I am here to listen with compassion and without judgment. All conversations are confidential, and my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and concerns. During your initial appointment, I will review your mental health history, current symptoms, lifestyle factors, and any previous treatments to gain a comprehensive understanding of your needs. Together, we will develop a personalized treatment plan that may include therapy, medication, or other supportive strategies. I value shared decision-making, ensuring your input is considered at every step of the process. If medication is part of your treatment, I will clearly explain its benefits, potential side effects, and how your progress will be monitored. Adjustments can be made as needed to achieve the best possible outcome. Healing takes time, and I am committed to supporting you throughout the process. Follow-up appointments are essential for tracking progress, making necessary adjustments, and ensuring you receive the care you need.