Find a Psychiatrist in Charlotte, NC

I wholeheartedly believe that treating patients holistically is of high importance, with a focus on their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. I have expertise in treating patients with mood disorders, anxiety, and PTSD, and I incorporate psychopharmacology when needed, as well as psychodynamic and supportive psychotherapy.

I completed my psychiatry residency training at Harvard University in Boston, Massachusetts. I have enjoyed treating patients for over 25 years in a variety of settings such as inpatient, outpatient mental health clinics, emergency room, and multidisciplinary clinics.

I offer medication management and supportive psychotherapy for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, ADHD, substance use disorders, and other mental health issues. I strive to embody "relational prescribing" and believe that medication management is most effective in the context of a relationship of mutual trust, emotional safety, and shared decision-making between provider and patient. I have trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and various forms of cognitive behavioral therapy, and I tailor my approach to each patient's individual strengths and needs. I understand that the needs of the whole person must be addressed in order to facilitate growth and healing, and I enjoy collaborating with fellow medical and mental health providers to address a patient's complex needs as an integrated team.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who loves equipping my fellow human beings to feel and function better. I studied medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and completed my residency at Duke University. I have worked in both private practice and integrated primary care/behavioral health care settings, and I am a member of the American Psychiatric Association and the North Carolina Psychiatric Association.

My practice focuses on medication management and incorporates insight-oriented therapy during visits. I take a patient-centered, evidence-based approach to psychiatry.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist and a graduate of the Duke Psychiatry residency program. I am originally from NC — I studied Neuroscience at NCSU and attended medical school at ECU. I am joining the Talkiatry team after working as a staff psychiatrist at the Durham VA, where I also served as a consulting professor for the Duke psychiatry residency program.

In my free time, I enjoy hiking and traveling.

Dr. Leonard Marcus is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 34 years of experience caring for patients in inpatient and outpatient settings, emergency departments, and consultation services. He earned his medical degree from LSU Medical Center and completed his psychiatry residency through the UVA Roanoke/Salem Psychiatric Medicine Program. Dr. Marcus serves as Chair of Psychotherapy Education at the Roanoke VAMC and is an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatric Medicine at UVA. He has been board certified by the ABPN since 1996 and received the Mulholland Society Excellence in Teaching Award in 1998.

Dr. Marcus strives to create a warm, supportive, and respectful environment where patients feel heard and valued. His client-centered approach emphasizes collaboration, helping patients develop practical tools to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and build a more meaningful and rewarding life.

Dr. Marcus begins with a comprehensive evaluation that explores a patient’s history, current concerns, symptoms, and treatment goals. Together, he and his patients develop individualized treatment plans tailored to their needs and priorities. His clinical interests include chronic PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, panic and anxiety disorders, mindfulness in medicine, and holistic approaches to healing.

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I have extensive experience treating various mental health disorders including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and ADHD. My clinical work includes assisting patients who experience mental health disorders with co-occurring substance use problems. I have training in various schools of psychotherapy including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), CBT for insomnia, motivational interviewing, and supportive psychotherapy. I incorporate treatment focusing on the importance of exercise, diet, and good sleep habits as a part of comprehensive mental health care.

I am double board-certified in Adult Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry. I graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training and then attended Drexel University College of Medicine. After medical school, I completed my residency in Adult Psychiatry at the University of Virginia, where I obtained a certificate in additional psychotherapy training. After residency, I completed a fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at the University of Virginia. During my fellowship, I trained at the prestigious Institute of Law, Psychiatry, and Public Policy (ILPPP) and Western State Psychiatric Hospital, where I performed criminal and civil forensic evaluations. I also provided clinical care at a maximum security prison. Prior to joining Talkiatry, I worked at a healthcare system in Montana providing inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care involving medication management and psychotherapy. Additionally, I operate a private forensic psychiatry practice that conducts mental health evaluations for the legal system.

I have an approachable style aimed at providing a comprehensive evaluation for all age ranges and am comfortable managing various levels of diagnostic complexities. I provide supportive psychotherapy while using psychodynamic therapy skills to clarify my patients' constellation of symptoms, identify unifying themes, and provide thorough psychoeducation throughout the process to drive positive outcomes. I integrate psychodynamic medication management approaches and am adept at family therapy interventions.

I am a Staff Psychiatrist at Talkiatry. After completing residency in 2016 at the Ponce Medical School Psychiatry Residency in Puerto Rico, I moved to North Carolina to complete a subspecialty in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Duke University Health System. There, I transitioned into an assistant professor position, focused on structuring pediatric emergency psychiatric services, and helped support the consult and liaison pediatric service. My experience has included working as an integrated care child psychiatrist within outpatient clinics at Duke University Health System, and I trained and worked as a staff psychiatrist at the Inpatient State Facility in North Carolina. I also served in the Dayton Children's Hospital outpatient clinics in Dayton, Ohio, the Appalachian Health System outpatient clinics in Linville, North Carolina, and more recently have been serving the Child and Adolescent inpatient population in Bangor, Maine.

I am an experienced, open-minded psychiatrist who prioritizes empathy and understanding in my work. I recognize that each individual's path to wellness is unique and strive to meet patients where they are in this process. I believe that while some individuals may benefit from treatment with medication management alone, psychotherapy is often important for treatment success. I encourage patients to participate in psychotherapy and believe a therapist can be a crucial part of the treatment team. I use a collaborative, patient-centered treatment approach with the goal of reducing mental pain and improving wellness so that patients are better able to pursue their unique personal and professional goals. I utilize psychopharmacology, psychoeducation, and supportive and psychodynamic psychotherapy skills when working with patients. I have experience treating adults with a variety of mental health problems including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and psychotic disorders.

I am board-certified in general adult psychiatry and have more than twenty years of experience working with adults in a variety of mental health care settings including academia, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, university medical centers, VA medical centers, and community mental health settings. I received my medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed my psychiatric residency at the University of California, Los Angeles Neuropsychiatric Institute.

I foster a safe, non-judgmental space where patients can explore their feelings and experiences freely, met with unconditional positive regard. I prioritize active listening and deep empathy, ensuring each patient feels heard, understood, and valued as a unique individual throughout their treatment journey. Initial sessions focus on a collaborative exploration of a patient's history, current challenges, and core values, forming the foundation for a personalized treatment plan. I emphasize shared decision-making, integrating therapeutic modalities (including medication when appropriate) while honoring patient autonomy and aligning with their vision for well-being.

I earned my medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and completed a psychiatry residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, followed by a forensic psychiatry fellowship at the National Capital Consortium. I have experience practicing in outpatient and inpatient settings, as well as with military and confinement populations.

My Talkiatry practice will mostly focus on medication management in conjunction with support or acceptance-based therapy during 30-minute follow-up visits. I hope to collaborate with my patients to help set treatment goals and ways to track progress in between appointments. I enjoy seeing patients with a wide variety of diagnoses including, but not limited to, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder, and I enjoy combining medication management with various therapy techniques.

I am board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Adult Psychiatry. I completed my residency training at Vidant Medical Center at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina in 2021, where I was the chief resident. Since then, I have worked as an attending physician at an inpatient adult psychiatric unit in Burlington, North Carolina. As a resident and attending, I have treated adults of all ages and in all areas of mental health.

I am dedicated to building a collaborative relationship with patients and their families where shared-decision making is respected and encouraged. I am passionate about providing continuity of care to my patients as they navigate life's changes and challenges. I utilize medication management and psychotherapy in my clinical practice, and my areas of interest include ADHD across the lifespan, anxiety disorders, mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder), and OCD. I am experienced in treating children, adolescents, and adults.

I am double-board certified in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Originally from Delaware, I earned my medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2017. I also obtained a Master of Science in Biological Sciences from Drexel University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Juniata College. In 2017, I moved south and am happy to call North Carolina my home. I completed my internship at Campbell University/Harnett Health in 2018, then went on to complete a General Psychiatry Residency followed by a Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine. Prior to joining Talkiatry in 2025, I was in private practice at North Raleigh Psychiatry in Raleigh, NC.

I value open and clear communication, creating a safe, non-judgmental space where patients feel heard and respected. I blend traditional and innovative approaches, including metabolic psychiatry and dietary strategies, to support wellness. My care is culturally sensitive and patient-centered, always tailored to each individual's needs and values. Through empathy and education, I empower patients and foster resilience. I begin with a thorough assessment of each patient's medical, psychiatric, and lifestyle history, then collaborate with patients to build personalized, evidence-based treatment plans that reflect their goals and preferences. My holistic care model considers social, cultural, and environmental influences, and I ensure consistent follow-up to adjust care as needed, promoting informed, long-term wellness.

I am dual-trained in Internal Medicine and Psychiatry, with experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I served as Chief Resident and Deputy Chief Resident in East Carolina University's combined residency program, where I led academic and clinical initiatives. I have published research on topics including adult ADHD and metabolic psychiatry, with presentations at national conferences. I earned my MD from the American University of the Caribbean and a BS in Biology with a minor in Jazz Piano from the University of Tampa.

A native Spanish speaker, I am active in community service and church-based outreach.

I am an accomplished attending psychiatrist dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care. I am passionate about employing supportive and psychodynamic therapy approaches, tailoring treatment plans to meet each patient's unique needs. Embracing a holistic approach to psychiatry, I integrate medication management with a focus on nutrition, diet, and lifestyle factors to foster overall well-being, reflecting my belief in treating the whole person and ensuring optimal mental and physical health for each individual I serve.

I earned my medical degree from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed my residency at HCA's The Medical Center of Aurora North. With a diverse clinical background, I have honed my expertise across various settings including inpatient, outpatient, PHP/IOP, and specialized areas such as geriatrics, eating disorders, addiction, and child and adolescent psychiatry. I am also proficient in innovative treatments like Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).

Outside of my professional commitments, I am an advocate for personal health and wellness. I enjoy enhancing my fitness and nutrition, engaging with enlightening podcasts, and exploring the great outdoors.