Depression Psychiatrists in Virginia

I am a Harvard trained, board certified adult psychiatrist who specializes in creating individually tailored treatment plans using high quality evidence and up-to-date clinical guidelines. I have a passion for shared decision making, which means empathetic listening to each patient and making a customized plan that supports their individual values and preferences. I specialize in depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, and many other mental health disorders.

When meeting with a patient for the first time, I carefully review current symptoms, past history, and patient values and preferences, and I work with the patient to develop individual treatment goals. I value developing a trusting relationship with each patient and want each patient to feel heard and valued.

I graduated from the University of Missouri School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency training at Harvard South Shore. I completed a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry through Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. I am board certified in both adult and geriatric psychiatry. Prior to joining Talkiatry, I was employed by the Department of Veteran Affairs for 10 years.

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.

My treatment approach begins with establishing a good therapeutic rapport with my patients and listening to them so that they feel heard. I like to spend time providing psychoeducation on medications when discussing the treatment plan. My practice focuses on medication management primarily, but may incorporate supportive psychotherapy during medication visits. I may recommend additional psychotherapy if I feel a patient may benefit from this. My current practice does not include the use of any controlled substance medications, such as stimulants, benzodiazepines, and certain sleep aids.

I practice from a biopsychosocial lens, integrating evidence-based treatments including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Strengths-Based Approaches to individualize treatment plans for each client. It is an important aspect of treatment to identify which approaches and interventions work best for each client's unique needs. Additionally, one of my biggest priorities is to create the space for each client to build a trusting, non-judgmental, and therapeutic relationship.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a vast range of experience working in the mental health field. I attended Fordham University for my Bachelor's degree and Rutgers University, where I received my MSW. To date, I have been practicing for 4 years as a clinical social worker in an outpatient setting. I am trained and certified in cognitive-based therapies, including CBT and TF-CBT.

Over the years, I have worked directly with individuals of various backgrounds and age ranges, seeking relief from a wide range of symptoms, including anxiety, depression, OCD, childhood/adult trauma, relationship issues, personality disorders, life transitions, stress, and navigating loss and grief.

I offer comprehensive psychiatric care to adults seeking support for mental health challenges. Whether you are experiencing stress, depression, panic attacks, sleep issues, or difficulty focusing, I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to explore your concerns and work collaboratively on a treatment plan that aligns with your goals and values. I offer both medication management and a combination of psychotherapy techniques tailored to each patient's unique needs for effective and lasting outcomes.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who received my medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed my psychiatric residency at the University of Texas Health San Antonio. Since graduating from medical school, I served in the United States Air Force for over a decade, first as a Flight Surgeon and later as the Medical Director for mental health and substance abuse clinics overseas. In these roles, I provided medical support to Air Force personnel, their family members, and veterans. These invaluable experiences in high-pressure environments strengthened my desire to support the psychological challenges of individuals in a myriad of situations.

Outside of patient care, I remain active in continuing education, ensuring the latest scientific advancements inform my practice. With a background grounded in medical excellence, military service, and clinical psychiatry, I bring a steady, knowledgeable, and compassionate presence to the healing process.

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 dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and family and patient psychoeducation. I emphasize a joint decision-making approach to treatment options and utilize local resources to provide wrap-around support. My areas of interest focus on neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, Autism, and Intellectual Delay.

I earned my M.D. from St. George's University School of Medicine and hold a Bachelor of Science in Child Development from Appalachian State University, where I graduated summa cum laude. My passion for working with children and families developed during my involvement in a pre-K Head Start Program in Rural North Carolina. I completed my General Psychiatry Residency and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine at Campbell University. I obtained ABPN Board Certification in General Psychiatry in 2023 and am working towards Board Certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. I have received honors and awards for my contributions to psychiatry, including the Laughlin Fellowship through The American College of Psychiatrists and Resident of the Year at Cape Fear Valley Health System in 2022. I am affiliated with professional organizations including AACAP and APA.

My extensive education, accolades, research contributions, professional affiliations, and community involvement reflect my commitment to making a positive impact in my patients' lives and the broader community.

I believe psychiatry combines science and the art of medicine. I treat both adults and children/adolescents, with expertise in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, addiction, geriatrics, and dual-diagnosis care. I am trained in TMS and ECT, am a Certified Suboxone Prescriber, and offer consultations and treatment through office-based or telemedicine visits. My approach is tailored to each patient's needs, integrating compassionate care with evidence-based treatment.

I acknowledge the many choices patients have in providers and strive to create a welcoming, collaborative, and supportive environment for everyone seeking care. Patients value my professionalism, patience, empathy, and attentive listening.

Before pursuing medicine, I explored a range of passions. After earning dual degrees in Biology and Biochemistry from the University of California, Riverside, I opened a popular Riverside eatery featured on The Food Channel. I later transitioned to the IT industry, earning a master's degree and certifications, before answering my true calling in medicine, graduating from Saint Matthews University School of Medicine.

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 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 am committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, ensuring all gender identities feel safe and respected. With a focus on patient-centered care, my approach is carefully tailored to each person's individual needs and goals, promoting a collaborative therapeutic relationship. During appointments, I combine medication management with therapy techniques to empower patients with the skills for their well-being. Appointments are as unique as each individual I meet with. I am skilled in treating a wide range of conditions including ADHD, bipolar disorder, substance misuse, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD.

I am a board-certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with Talkiatry. I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in 2009 and a master's degree from Vanderbilt University in 2011. I enjoy treating all adults and have outpatient experience with community mental health, corrections, and private practice. Besides outpatient care, I have worked in crisis stabilization and ambulatory detox for adults with primary psychiatric and dual diagnosis illnesses.

I do not see my role as a therapist as needing to "save the world" or "empower clients." Instead, I believe in working alongside clients to help them identify tools within themselves and community resources to successfully achieve their goals. The types of therapy I offer include, but are not limited to, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Multicultural Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Alongside the use of evidenced-based practices and culturally informed care, I have developed a proven approach for helping clients (a) identify the root cause of their challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.

I became a psychotherapist because I believe that mental health shapes and influences various aspects of life. Mental health is considered vital! I have been a Doctor of Social Work since 2021 and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2019, with experience supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with concerns such as trauma, substance abuse, intimate partner violence, depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, marital issues, and more. I have extensive experience in various settings including inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), school settings, community-based settings, and emergency departments.

I am passionate about integrative medicine, which combines evidence-based alternative therapies with conventional treatments to optimize outcomes. My approach focuses on promoting overall wellness, keeping both the body and mind in harmony. During the diagnostic evaluation, I will review your medical history and past treatments to develop a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan that prioritizes your overall wellness. In addition to medication management, I incorporate supportive, cognitive, or psychodynamic psychotherapy during follow-up visits, as time allows. When appropriate, I may also recommend referrals to specialized psychotherapists to address your individual needs as part of a holistic treatment approach.

I am double board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my medical degree from Cairo University, where I also completed my neurology residency at Cairo University Hospitals. Following this, I pursued psychiatric training at New York Medical College at St. Vincent's Hospitals, where I was appointed Chief Resident and recognized as Resident of the Year. I further specialized with a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at UMDNJ/Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

My career includes multiple leadership roles, notably serving as Chief of the Child and Adolescent Partial Hospital Programs (PHP) at Rutgers University in Newark, NJ, where I provided direct care to young patients. I have also held Medical Director positions across various clinical settings, including child and adolescent inpatient units, outpatient programs, and intensive outpatient services for both adolescents and adults with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. As an active educator, I have served as a teaching faculty member, delivering lectures and providing supervision and evaluations for medical residents and child and adolescent psychiatry fellows, and I have served as a principal investigator on multiple studies. Throughout my career in leadership and teaching, I maintained an integrative private practice in New Jersey, serving residents of the NJ and NY metropolitan areas before relocating to North Carolina.

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 approach care through a collaborative, patient-centered lens. I believe trust, confidentiality, and open communication are essential to effective treatment. I begin by listening carefully and gathering a thorough history to understand each patient's challenges and strengths, then partner with patients to develop individualized treatment plans using current, evidence-based interventions. My process emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and ongoing support to promote long-term mental health and overall well-being.

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, with expertise in trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, and thought disorders, while remaining attentive to each patient's unique needs and goals. I have a deep respect for each individual's story and value creating a safe, supportive, and healing environment.

Outside of clinical practice, I enjoy learning Spanish and spending time hiking with my dog, Mavis.

I am passionate about breaking the stigma around mental health. I encourage my clients to speak up, get help, and take control of their mental wellness. My approach is based on the Mental Health Recovery Model, which focuses on hope, healing, and building a life beyond diagnosis. Since 2017, I have specialized in helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, eating disorders, and substance use. I use supportive therapy, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.

I am a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience. Since 2011, I have worked in family medicine, and since 2013, I have focused on mental health care across the lifespan. My background includes treating children, teens, and adults in hospitals, private practices, and community settings.