
Kyra Fragnito, MD
I am a board-certified psychiatrist dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized mental health care. I particularly enjoy helping individuals dealing with insomnia, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, and medical trauma. As a Perinatal Mental Health-certified expert, I advocate for women's mental health needs and support individuals navigating mental health concerns during pregnancy and beyond.
My treatment approach is rooted in shared decision-making, prioritizing patient goals and preferences to create customized care plans, which typically include psychotherapy in combination with medication. I often integrate evidence-based lifestyle modifications and natural treatments to optimize personal well-being. By taking a holistic view of my patients' challenges, I empower them to lead their most fulfilling lives.
A graduate of the University of South Florida's College of Medicine and former Chief Resident at St. Luke's in Pennsylvania, I bring extensive training and experience in outpatient psychiatry.

Luna Sanchez Rivera, MD
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.

Lynnea Carder, MD
My practice focuses on medication management, which I typically offer in conjunction with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. Occasionally, 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. In addition to general adult and geriatric psychiatry, my areas of interest include complex psychiatric and medical conditions, neuropsychiatric issues, and treatment-resistant cases. I enjoy using my medical expertise to solve difficult cases. I have an interest in exploring combined traditional psychiatric practice with complementary and holistic approaches to treatment, and I believe in keeping my patients healthy rather than only addressing illness.
I have been practicing for over 20 years in general adult psychiatry. I am board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and hold a certification in Elder Law, which I received through the Mitchell Hamline School of Law. I also have advanced training in psychopharmacology, earned with distinction. I received my medical degree from the University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Life Sciences, where I was given the outstanding medical student award by the Department of Head and Neck Surgery. I completed my internship with the Department of Family Medicine and my residency with the Department of Psychiatry, both at the University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Life Sciences.
Throughout my career, I have served as the Medical Director of two Community Mental Health Centers and as the Corporate Medical Director for a company providing neuropsychiatric and general psychiatric care to patients residing in nursing facilities. I have also been a preceptor for numerous universities and have trained advanced practice providers in psychiatry.
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Maaeesha Pushpita, MD
My approach to care is patient-centered, holistic, empathic, evidence-based, and culturally competent. I value building trust and fostering an environment where patients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their care. I hold a special interest in college-age populations, women's and reproductive health, trauma-related care, nutritional psychiatry, and psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with experience caring for patients across all age groups in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I earned my medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed my psychiatry residency at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital.
In the initial session, I take time to understand each patient's history, concerns, and goals. I carefully rule out underlying physical conditions that may impact mental health and cognitive functioning, and collaborate with patients to identify lifestyle changes that can support their well-being. Treatment plans are tailored, evidence-based, and designed to be practical and achievable.

Maria Aguilar, MD
Dr. Maria Aguilar earned her medical degree from the Uniformed Services University School of Medicine and completed her psychiatry residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has practiced in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Dr. Aguilar served as Clinic Chief for Intensive Outpatient Services at Walter Reed from 2019 to 2021 and later held leadership roles including Director of Behavioral Health, Department Head, and outpatient psychiatrist at Naval Hospital Beaufort. She has 15 years of active-duty service as a psychiatrist in the U.S. Navy and currently serves in the Navy Reserve.
Dr. Aguilar combines warmth, compassion, and evidence-based care to support her patients. She values a collaborative approach and prioritizes open communication to help create clear, personalized treatment goals.
Dr. Aguilar takes a conversational approach, exploring each patient’s history, concerns, and goals for treatment. She develops individualized treatment plans and regularly checks in for feedback to monitor progress and adjust care as needed.

Maria Lapchenko, DO
I value thoughtful, individualized care and approach psychiatry with curiosity, compassion, and respect for each patient's lived experience. Patients can expect a collaborative, supportive relationship built on trust and shared decision-making. I believe that high-quality psychiatric care starts with listening and understanding each patient's goals and concerns. I emphasize transparency, patient education, and tailoring treatment plans to meet individual needs.
I am a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and am double board-certified in adult and forensic psychiatry. I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings and treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, mood, personality, and trauma-related disorders. I begin with a comprehensive evaluation to understand symptoms, history, and priorities. For many patients, I find that combining medication management with talk therapy leads to the most effective outcomes, and I am experienced in providing both. I currently provide virtual care to adult patients in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York.

Marsha Wheatley, MD
What has motivated me over the course of my career as a caregiver? I am a native Houstonian who grew up in a working-class community. Through curiosity and hard work, I was able to attend a university that included people of vastly different life experiences. I was molded by both communities to appreciate the commonalities of humanity. That broad exposure extended my empathetic spectrum to grasp the needs of the American diaspora.
I use a biopsychosocial approach to evaluate the patient. I gather patient history with a mindset that considers the neuroscience that chemically shapes mood, thoughts, and behavior. I am able to uncover factors that can inhibit psychological growth and development. I have experience in seeing how the social conditions of the œthen can influence the resiliency of the œnow. I appreciate, and am proficient in, advances in technology, but prioritize the analog relationship between doctor and patient.
Meeting people where they are. It is an old trope, but describes how one allows a patient to set the path forward. An open-ended interview is conducted with an open mind towards resolution. When being evaluated and treated by me, a patient can expect to be met in a cordial but professional manner. Treatments are discussed and considered based on the mental state of the patient and the clinical efficacy and scientific evidence of benefit. The patient is invited to ask questions and consider whether they wish to pursue the suggested treatment plan.

Maryrose Bauschka, MD
Dr. Maryrose Bauschka, MD, earned her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her adult psychiatry residency at the University of Utah. She worked as an inpatient psychiatrist at the Huntsman Mental Health Institute and later at Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center in Chicago and Denver, where she served as Medical Director. She has held faculty roles at Rush Medical College, the University of Utah, and the University of Colorado, and is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS).
Dr. Bauschka takes a collaborative, communicative approach, creating a space where patients feel heard and respected. She integrates psychotherapeutic techniques, goal setting, and medication management to support patients in working toward feeling their best.
Dr. Bauschka begins by understanding each patient’s history, values, and goals. She partners with patients to develop individualized plans that include pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies, with a focus on safe, thoughtful psychotropic prescribing.

Matthew Liu, MD
Dr. Matthew Liu earned a bachelor's degree in biophysics from Johns Hopkins University, a medical degree from Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, and completed a psychiatry residency at Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, DC. He has experience practicing in both outpatient and inpatient psychiatry settings.
Dr. Liu creates a warm, thoughtful, and nonjudgmental environment where patients can speak openly. He views care as a partnership, making decisions together while taking time to understand what matters most to each patient.
Dr. Liu begins by understanding each patient's symptoms, history, current stressors, strengths, and goals. He develops individualized care plans that may include medication, therapy recommendations, behavioral strategies, or lifestyle changes, then uses follow-up visits to monitor progress, side effects, functioning, and adjust treatment based on each patient's experiences, preferences, and goals.

Michelle Zaydlin, MD
I believe in a collaborative and compassionate approach to mental health care. I work with patients across their lifespans, integrating psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, and I integrate cultural sensitivity with evidence-based practices to provide individualized, holistic care. My interests include neurodevelopmental disorders (autism, ADHD), mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and comorbid medical conditions.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with experience caring for diverse patient populations presenting with an array of diagnoses. I have completed internships in pediatric neuropsychology and worked as a behavior therapist, delivering Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, which has enriched my understanding of development and neurocognitive functioning. Additionally, I actively participate in research and am engaged in educational initiatives for other healthcare providers.
My empathetic approach and clinical knowledge enable me to foster meaningful connections with my patients and facilitate positive treatment outcomes.

Mohammed Islam, MD
I treat patients of various ages, and in addition to medication management I am a strong proponent of therapy in various forms. My approach to the treatment of adults and children/adolescents incorporates the impact of various things such as family history of mental health/medical conditions as well as any adverse childhood experiences/trauma. In addition to screening for common conditions such as bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression in all patients, I also emphasize the importance of screening for conditions that can manifest in childhood (such as ADHD, Autism) as well as first-episode psychosis in young adults. From the initial visit and onward, I prioritize a collaborative effort with my patients (and at times their families). In addition to medication adjustments, I emphasize the importance of optimizing additional tools such as therapy while making appropriate lifestyle changes. During every follow-up visit, I take care to ensure that the current treatment is not hindering my patient's progress in any way.
I am board certified in both General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I completed my undergraduate studies at Stony Brook University and attended medical school at the American University of Integrative Sciences. I also hold an MBA from Davenport University. I completed my psychiatry residency training at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University, where I served as Chief Fellow. Prior to joining Talkiatry, I trained and worked across a combination of various healthcare systems in New York, New Jersey, Ohio, and Kentucky.

Noor Zayed, DO
My practice focuses on medication management combined with psychotherapy, utilizing evidence-based approaches to provide personalized care. My therapeutic style is characterized by empathy, respect, active listening, and collaborative relationships with patients, fostering a safe space for healing. My clinical interests include treating depressive and anxiety disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders.
I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist committed to improving mental health and empowering individuals to achieve their goals. I completed my undergraduate studies at The Ohio State University and earned my medical degree from Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine, where I was inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Honorary Osteopathic Service Fraternity. I then completed my residency at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, where a significant focus was treating veterans at the Edward Hines VA Hospital. My experience spans both rural and urban settings, providing me with a comprehensive approach to mental health care. During my training, I received awards for Excellence in Professionalism and COVID Surge efforts.
Talkiatry psychiatrists licensed in Ohio see people across Columbus by video. You meet from home, on your own schedule, with no commute and no local waitlist. Because care is virtual, you are not limited to the few psychiatrists who happen to have a Columbus office.
Online psychiatry for Columbus residents
Getting started is simple. You answer a few questions online, then get matched with a psychiatrist licensed in Ohio. From there you schedule a video visit, often within days.
Your first visit runs about 60 minutes, so there is time to talk through what is going on. Follow-up visits are usually around 30 minutes. A psychiatrist must be licensed in the state where you are during your visit, so you will be matched with a doctor licensed in Ohio.
What a psychiatrist in Columbus can help with
Psychiatrists are medical doctors. They can diagnose conditions, prescribe and manage medication, and coordinate therapy when it helps.
Talkiatry psychiatrists work with patients on many common conditions, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Care also covers bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, and postpartum mental health.
Does insurance cover a psychiatrist in Columbus, OH?
Talkiatry is in-network with major insurers, and your coverage is checked during the free assessment. Costs vary by plan, so confirm the details with your insurance company. You will not need to look up your plan information before you start.
Mental health care in Columbus
Access to psychiatry is limited across Ohio. Ohio has 138 federally designated mental health professional shortage areas, and only about 33.7% of the state's need for mental health practitioners is met. An estimated 247 more psychiatrists would be needed to lift those shortage designations, according to KFF. Video care helps close that gap by connecting Columbus residents with Ohio-licensed psychiatrists without a local wait.
Psychiatry across Ohio
Talkiatry psychiatrists are licensed across Ohio, not just in Columbus. To see the full list of psychiatrists licensed statewide, visit our Ohio psychiatrist page. If you are closer to another metro, you can also see our Cincinnati psychiatrist page.
Start with a free assessment
Ready to get started? Answer a few questions online, get matched with a psychiatrist licensed in Ohio, and schedule your first video visit. Take our free online assessment.
Can I go straight to a psychiatrist in Columbus?

In most cases, yes. You usually do not need a referral to start with a Talkiatry psychiatrist. You begin with a short online assessment, then get matched with a doctor licensed in Ohio. Some insurance plans do ask for a referral, so it is worth checking yours.
What is the 3 month rule in mental health?

There is no single, formal "3 month rule" in mental health, and people use the phrase in different ways. Some use it to describe how long a medication can take to show its full effect. Others use it to describe how long symptoms are tracked before a plan is adjusted. If you have heard it in a specific context, your psychiatrist can explain what applies to you.
Why is it so difficult to see a psychiatrist?

Demand is high and there are not enough psychiatrists, especially in shortage areas. That leads to long waits in many places. Because Talkiatry care is virtual, Columbus residents can often be seen within days rather than months.
Is it better to see a psychiatrist or a psychologist?

It depends on what you need. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication. Psychologists focus on therapy and testing, and in most states they do not prescribe. Many people work with both, and a psychiatrist can help you decide.
Can I get a prescription from an online psychiatrist in Columbus?

Sometimes. Medication is prescribed only when it is clinically appropriate and legally permissible. A prescription is never guaranteed, and some medications may not be available for online prescribing. Your psychiatrist will talk through the options with you.