OCD Psychiatrists in Washington D.C.

My practice focuses on medication management, which I typically offer in conjunction with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. I may determine that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome.

I am an attending psychiatrist at Talkiatry, Board certified in adult psychiatry, and have been practicing for over 6 years. I completed my residency at Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College. I have experience working in private practice at the Institute for Family Therapy in Miami, and have also worked as an outpatient psychiatrist at Montefiore in NY and INOVA outpatient clinic in Virginia.

I emphasize education as a core component of my care approach. I build strong rapport through clear communication and trust, incorporating techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing to support my patients' needs. This approach empowers individuals to take an active role in their treatment journey. My care process is guided by each patient's goals, integrating evidence-based practices to ensure personalized and effective support that aligns with their unique needs and aspirations.

I am a highly experienced and dual-certified nurse practitioner, specializing in adult gerontology and psychiatry. With over 20 years of experience as a registered nurse, I bring a comprehensive background in healthcare, having worked with diverse patient populations ranging from young children to older adults. In 2015, I earned my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and became certified as an adult gerontology nurse practitioner. I later expanded my expertise by obtaining certification in psychiatry, enabling me to provide holistic care for individuals with mental health needs. My leadership roles have included serving as lead nurse practitioner and associate director of psychiatry at a federally qualified health center, where I played a key role in guiding healthcare teams and delivering quality care to underserved communities.

I value professionalism, honesty, and shared decision-making, using these principles to guide my evidence-based approach to care. My process is rooted in understanding each patient as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. I consider a patient's history, environment, relationships, and personal journey to provide practical, individualized support that empowers them to reach their goals.

I am an adult psychiatrist who completed my training at George Washington University and earned my medical degree from the University of Missouri–Kansas City. I am deeply passionate about global mental health and am dedicated to educating my community.

I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, and patients with co-occurring psychiatric and medical conditions. I am dedicated to outpatient care, focusing on long-term relationships with my patients. My treatment approach is comprehensive, integrating medication management with psychotherapy, including psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), play therapy, dyadic therapy, and family therapy. I emphasize creating an empathetic, judgment-free space where patients and families feel supported and understood. If I believe additional therapy is necessary, I may recommend adding a therapist to the care team.

During the first visit, patients can expect a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, where I carefully assess physical, emotional, and psychological needs. I take a holistic and patient-centered approach, ensuring that treatment plans are tailored to each individual's unique circumstances. I prioritize open communication and collaboration with both patients and families to create a structured, effective treatment plan that may include medication management and therapy interventions.

I am a triple-board eligible physician in Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my undergraduate degree from Duke University and my medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. I completed my combined training in Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, where I served as chief resident during my final year of training.

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 approach medication management with an emphasis on shared decision-making within safe, effective options, thorough counseling about what to expect in treatment, and giving attention to the concurrent use of non-medication modalities of treatment alongside optimizing medication. I am accustomed to working with people who have more than one diagnosis. I am skilled and experienced in de-prescribing (methodically streamlining the number of medications being taken) when needed. Patients can see me for medication management, therapy, or both.

I am board certified in Adult Psychiatry. I graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago in 2004. I was selected for the Health Professions Scholarship Program and completed my residency in 2008 at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in Virginia, where I was chief resident. Following residency, I deployed to Kuwait as a medical officer. I have taught and supervised residents at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. I left active duty in the Navy as a Lieutenant Commander. After becoming a civilian, I went into solo practice, then joined Potomac Behavioral Solutions in 2014, where I served as medical director. I am a past president of the Virginia Psychoanalytic Society. I also lecture advanced mental health professionals for Lingyu International Psychology Centre based in Toronto.

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My philosophy is simple yet powerful: care should fit the person, not just the diagnosis. I am passionate about tackling complex issues, including suicide prevention, C-PTSD, chronic depression, ASD, and OCD, and advocating for underserved communities. I believe in patient-centered care based on the individual, rather than focusing only on a diagnostic algorithm.

I am Holly James Corrigan, RN, MSN, PMHNP, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I earned my BSN from Russell Sage College in 2009, my MSN from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute for Health Professions in 2016, and completed Psychiatry Redefined's Fellowship in Functional and Integrated Psychiatry in 2025. I keep current by attending top conferences, like the International Trauma Conference in Boston, ensuring I am always at the forefront of my field.

My career began as a registered nurse in neurology, pediatrics, and emergency care, before I found my calling in psychiatry. Since then, I have provided medication management and supportive psychotherapy in outpatient clinics and worked in inpatient units serving adults and adolescents.

The first appointment will include a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and a discussion about what your goals of treatment are. Pharmacological and therapeutic recommendations are both important elements of the treatment plan. Follow-up appointments will be more concise, but may include various therapeutic modalities, medication changes, and supportive psychotherapy.

I take a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution. I thoughtfully integrate medication when appropriate, alongside lifestyle changes, sleep, and stress management. I prioritize strong therapeutic relationships and use 30-minute follow-up visits that often include elements of psychotherapy. My clinical interests include mood disorders, OCD, women's mental health, and eating disorders.

In the first appointment, I gather a thorough psychiatric history, explore current symptoms, and learn about the patient's goals. I work collaboratively to develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans, blending integrative psychiatry with ongoing support for long-term well-being.

I earned my medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center and completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt. I have worked across various clinical settings, including inpatient units, residential treatment centers, and substance use disorder clinics.

My primary focus is holistic care, taking into consideration all physical, psychological, interpersonal, and environmental factors when creating unique treatment plans. I strongly believe that all of these factors are interconnected and play a significant role in any individual's mental health and vitality. My goal is to work with clients to create a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative treatment environment that promotes sustained healing and positive self-development. My practice focuses on medication management. Occasionally, I may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome.

I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. My academic journey began with a B.S. in Biology from the University at Albany. I later received my B.S. in Nursing from Pace University and attained my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner M.S. from Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing, graduating magna cum laude. For the last seven years, I have diligently provided care to our nation's veterans, working on a dual diagnosis inpatient psychiatric unit in the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System. In my time at the VA, I have gained extensive experience in managing substance abuse and co-morbid psychiatric disorders. In addition, while attending Hunter College, I completed a yearlong clinical rotation at Casa Promesa, a mental health outpatient and inpatient facility that services some of the most vulnerable and underserved populations in the South Bronx.

I take a personalized approach to treatment, considering the unique psychology, biology, and lifestyle of each individual patient when determining the best course of action. My practice focuses on medication management in conjunction with supportive therapy, and I conduct follow-up visits in 30-minute increments. I believe that the most successful treatments integrate physical health, therapy, mindfulness, and medication, when necessary, to provide the most effective solutions for my patients. I understand that choosing and seeing a psychiatrist can be stressful, and I am committed to providing a welcoming and non-judgmental environment where patients can feel free to discuss their concerns.

I am a Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist with over 10 years of clinical experience in English and Spanish. I graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara School of Medicine and completed a rigorous 4-year psychiatric residency training in NYC at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center. In my residency and post-residency practice, I have provided high-quality care to culturally diverse communities and have extensive experience helping patients with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions.

I have years of experience treating depression, anxiety and panic attacks, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and OCD. Most recently, I worked for Life Stance Health, an outpatient telehealth company, where I treated patients between the ages of 18–65 with both medication management and therapeutic interventions.

I am board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Adult Psychiatry. I completed my psychiatry residency training at Howard University Hospital and Saint Elizabeth's Hospital in Washington, DC, where I was voted Chief Resident. I went on to serve as Vice Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Adventist HealthCare in Maryland, where I worked in both an administrative and clinical role treating adults in inpatient settings. Additionally, I served as a Clinical Instructor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine, teaching medical students about the art of medicine. I received my undergraduate degree in Neuroscience from the University of Michigan and my medical degree from Xavier University School of Medicine.

I provide person-centered, trauma-informed care with an intersectional and decolonized lens. I emphasize shared decision-making and create a compassionate environment where patients feel safe and heard. I am passionate about addressing implicit bias in healthcare and supporting ethnic identity formation, and I focus on improving access and quality of mental health care for Asian diaspora communities. I begin by exploring each patient's history, concerns, and goals through a trauma-informed, intersectional approach, and I develop individualized treatment plans aligned with patient goals, incorporating supportive psychodynamic psychotherapy alongside medication management to ensure holistic care.

I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 10 years of experience spanning clinical practice, research, and teaching. I trained at Columbia School of Nursing and in specialized psychiatric programs including Gracie Square Hospital, NYP Mt. Sinai SAGE elders, and Harlem's STAY program. I have worked with diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ youth, older adults, and Asian-American populations, with expertise in sexual health, geriatric psychiatry, and trauma.

I am also a musician and composer, and I integrate creative expression into therapeutic work.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist in the field of general adult psychiatry. My approach to clinical practice is rooted in fostering a safe atmosphere in which to explore biological and psychosocial factors that affect mental health. I view medication as a tool that patients can use while also engaging in psychotherapy and making lifestyle changes to optimize their mental health. I encourage patients to be actively involved in their healthcare decisions. Although I have an integrative psychotherapy style, I may occasionally believe additional therapy is needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. I offer a mix of pharmacotherapy in conjunction with psychotherapy in 30-minute sessions, utilizing pharmacotherapy along with facets of cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and supportive therapy as needed. I have experience treating patients with a wide range of psychiatric concerns including various anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar spectrum disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and substance use disorders.

I received my medical degree at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and went on to complete a general psychiatry residency training at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Since completing my training, I have been working with a wide variety of adults, including as a staff psychiatrist at Georgetown University's Counseling and Psychiatric Service.

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 a strong advocate of collaboration between psychiatric care and psychotherapeutic interventions and encourage the utilization of therapists and counselors. I provide psychiatric assessments and medication management along with brief supportive psychotherapy. I specialize in the treatment of children with Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, and Pervasive Developmental Disorders, and I have an extensive history of providing care for both the adult and child population.

I am board-certified in General Psychiatry as well as Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I hold a bachelor's degree in Chemistry Pre-med from Florida A & M University and a Medical Degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine. I completed both my residency in General Psychiatry and Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Virginia.

I have over 20 years of experience practicing medicine in outpatient, acute, and residential settings. I formally served as Chief of Behavioral Health Services at Ft. Eustis, Virginia. I have previously provided acute care and residential treatment at Newport News Behavioral Health Center, outpatient services in the community, and the foster care system. I have recently served as medical director of Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center.

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.