PTSD Psychiatrists in Washington D.C.

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 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.

My practice focuses on medication management. I work to foster a safe and collaborative space in which patients can address psychiatric illness and other barriers holding them back from the lives they want to lead. Typically, I offer appointments for medication management coupled with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute sessions. When I feel that additional therapy is needed, I will suggest inviting a therapist to join the team for additional support and guidance. I welcome collaborations with other clinicians, be they therapists or other physicians caring for my patients. I strive to build strong therapeutic relationships that help patients grow and meet their goals, whatever their situation, challenge, or life stage. I welcome patients from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds and am LGBTQ+ friendly.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist. Before joining Talkiatry, I practiced consult-liaison psychiatry, seeing medically ill patients with psychiatric problems at the Department of Veterans Affairs, where I also treated veterans in nursing homes. I graduated from New York University with a B.A. in philosophy and photography and worked in nonprofit marketing in New York before deciding to pursue a life in medicine. Following a post-baccalaureate, pre-medical program at Columbia University, I completed medical school at The University of Maryland, followed by a psychiatry residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. While at Johns Hopkins, I mastered clinical assessment and treatment of general psychiatric problems. I also received specialized training in eating disorders, addiction, reproductive psychiatry, chronic pain, and geriatric psychiatry, an interest I pursued further with a fellowship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In fellowship and in my subsequent experience at the VA, I developed expertise in caring for the difficulties that can accompany aging, including depression, anxiety, and memory loss, as well as the stress of medical illness. In addition to my background in geriatrics, I have experience working with peripartum women and enjoy working with patients navigating major life changes.

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 am a board-certified General Psychiatrist and board-certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. In addition to medication management, I also provide supportive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques during appointments. When appropriate, I will refer patients for additional psychotherapy and will work to collaborate with therapists to help patients achieve the best outcomes. I am a strong advocate of an integrated approach to treating children and their families.

I received my medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia/VCU in Richmond, Virginia. I then traveled to Greenville, South Carolina, where I completed a General Psychiatry residency at Greenville Health System/PRISMA Health, and then returned to Virginia to complete a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship at The Virginia Treatment Center for Children/VCU Health System. I completed my undergraduate training at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Virginia, where I studied psychology and elementary education. Prior to entering medical school, I was a licensed elementary school teacher in Virginia, where I served children of various learning styles and needs.

I continue to have an interest in learning disabilities, other neurodevelopmental disorders, ADHD, mood disorders, as well as many other areas of psychiatry.

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 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 am a board-certified General and Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with over nine years of experience. My practice focuses on medication management, which is founded not only on evidence-based medicine but also on the understanding that a trusting therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of behavioral health healing. I incorporate CBT, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation into my medication management appointments and may refer patients for additional psychotherapy to improve outcomes. I believe a whole-person approach with open, collaborative teamwork is the key to progress.

I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Ursinus College, with a dual major in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology and Neuroscience. After receiving a Health Professions Scholarship from the Army, I obtained my medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. I went on to enter active duty military service and complete General Psychiatry residency training and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training at Tripler Army Medical Center before completing active duty service as a staff psychiatrist and 101st Airborne Division psychiatrist at Fort Campbell, KY. There I cared for active duty service members and their families to manage depression, anxiety, trauma, and the unique stressors of military service.

I later transitioned to federal civilian service and served as a preceptor for Phase II Physician Assistant trainees and Army Social Work interns, reinforcing a passion for education that carried me to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC). During my time at WRNMMC, I served in several roles including Deputy Medical Director of Inpatient Psychiatry, core faculty for the National Capital Consortium Psychiatry Residency Program, Associate Program Director, and associate faculty at the Uniform Services University for Health Sciences (USUHS). Prior to transitioning out of federal service to join Talkiatry, I was repeatedly recognized for excellence in academics and mentorship and received multiple teaching awards. This zeal for education and mentorship, as well as humility, personal growth, and learning, translates directly into my philosophy for patient care.

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 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 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 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 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.

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 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.

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.