Find a Psychiatrist in Baltimore, MD

My approach is holistic, integrative, and patient-centered, grounded in cultural humility and collaborative care. I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, PTSD, and perinatal mental health, with a clinical focus on improving access to quality mental healthcare for historically marginalized and/or minoritized communities. I recognize that not all patients require medication, and I integrate culturally affirming support when therapy and education are more appropriate. I do not prescribe benzodiazepines, focusing instead on evidence-based strategies that support long-term wellness. I begin care with a consultation to ensure a strong fit and shared treatment goals, and I am committed to creating a safe, trusting space where patients feel empowered and in control of their healing.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience treating patients across inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and telepsychiatry settings. I earned my medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, completed my psychiatry residency at St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, DC, and hold a B.S. from Xavier University of Louisiana. I previously served as a Primary Care Mental Health Integration psychiatrist at the Veterans Health Administration, where I helped expand access to care in community-based clinics. I am an active member of the Black Psychiatrists of America, where I advance advocacy and equity in mental health care.

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 am a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 25 years of experience and psychiatric training at Johns Hopkins Hospital. I provide compassionate, evidence-based, individualized care, considering each patient’s medical history, experiences, lifestyle, and needs. I evaluate and treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and stress-related conditions, helping patients find effective treatment and improve their mental health.

I strive to create a warm, welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and respected. I value open communication and believe in a collaborative partnership that empowers patients to participate in their care. I understand that seeking psychiatric care can feel overwhelming and aim to make the process comfortable and approachable. I combine clinical expertise with compassion to support each patient throughout their mental health journey.

I begin with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation of symptoms, medical and mental health history, circumstances, and treatment goals. I consider biological, psychological, and social factors to develop an individualized treatment plan. Treatment may include medication management and additional therapeutic support. I explain options, benefits, and risks to support informed decisions. During follow-up visits, I monitor progress, address concerns, and adjust treatment as needed, building a trusting relationship that supports better mental health and quality of life.

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 a board-certified psychiatrist who takes a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to care. With a focus on treating mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, and substance use, I integrate psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to support patients in achieving meaningful change. I bring curiosity, creativity, and a deep respect for each individual's story to my clinical work. Patients often find me easy to talk to and appreciate my calm, thoughtful demeanor. I emphasize shared decision-making and believe that treatment works best when the patient's values and voice are at the center. I aim to create a safe space for honest dialogue and ongoing reflection as treatment evolves.

I begin with a comprehensive evaluation to understand each patient's mental health history, current concerns, and goals. I then develop an individualized treatment plan that may include medication, therapy, or both. I prefer to use the lowest effective dose of medications and often integrate psychotherapeutic strategies such as CBT, DBT, or insight-oriented work into my sessions.

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.