Emily Komarczyk, MD

Dr. Emily Goncalves is a board-certified adult psychiatrist who earned her undergraduate degree at Syracuse University and medical degree from the American University of Antigua. She holds an MBA from Plymouth State University focusing on health care administration. She completed her adult psychiatry residency at Delaware Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, where she was chief resident and completed her fellowship in consultation liaison psychiatry at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami. Dr. Goncalves specializes in treating patients with psychiatric disorders with complex medical illnesses, cancer, and also has expertise in reproductive psychiatry. She is experienced in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, psychosis, substance use disorders, and adult ADHD. Dr. Goncalves had the opportunity to work in various settings with a diverse patient population including veterans, inmates, cancer patients, and perinatal and postpartum patients. Dr. Goncalves provides medication management along with psychotherapy.

Dr. Emily Sykes is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree with Magna Cum Laude distinction from Carleton College, where she majored in biology. Dr. Sykes completed her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Toledo. She completed her psychiatry residency at the University of Cincinnati and was the outpatient chief resident physician. Dr. Sykes' specialty interests include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and holistic wellness. She is a certified Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) provider for PTSD. Dr. Sykes provides compassionate, evidence-based, individualized, holistic care for patients suffering from a variety of mental health diagnoses and concerns. She incorporates supportive therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy and solutions-focused therapy into her sessions.

Dr. Emily Wu has dedicated over a decade to the study and treatment of psychiatric and neurocognitive disorders, with a particular focus on advanced mediation management and cutting-edge therapies such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato. She is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Wu completed her residency in General Psychiatry at the University of Texas at Houston, where she trained at one of the national largest psychiatric hospitals. She also holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Science from the University of Texas at Houston.

Dr. Wu has extensive experience in applying holistic approach on treating psychiatric illness country and has earned her a strong reputation among her patients. She is also deeply committed to advancing research in psychiatric disorders, particularly neurocognitive disorders. As a teaching physician at the University of Texas at Houston's General Psychiatry Residency Program, Dr. Wu is passionate about educating the next generation of psychiatrists.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Wu has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and serves on committees for several prestigious organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology, the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, and the Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians' Academic Committee.

Dr. Wu has been recognized with multiple national awards, including the American Association's Research Colloquium for Junior Investigators, the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry's Ruth Fox Scholarship, and fellowships from the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology. She also serves as a reviewer for several scientific journals. Her research focuses on exploring mechanisms and developing novel treatments for psychiatric disorders.

Dr. Carder has been practicing for over 20 years in general adult psychiatry. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has a certification in Elder Law. She has advanced training in psychopharmacology, which she earned with distinction. Dr. Carder's practice focuses on medication management. Typically, she offers this in conjunction with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. However, occasionally Dr. Carder may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. She received her medical degree from the University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Life Sciences, where she was given the outstanding medical student award by the Department of Head and Neck Surgery. She completed her internship with the Department of Family Medicine and completed her residency with the Department of Psychiatry both at the University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Life Sciences. Throughout her career, she has been the Medical Director of two Community Mental Health Centers and is also the Corporate Medical Director for a company providing neuropsychiatric and general psychiatric care to patients residing in nursing facilities. She received her certification in Elder Law through the Mitchell Hamline School of Law. She has also been a preceptor for numerous universities and has trained advanced practice providers in psychiatry. In addition to general adult and geriatric psychiatry, Dr. Carder's areas of interest include complex psychiatric and medical conditions, neuropsychiatric issues, and treatment-resistant cases. She enjoys using her medical expertise to solve difficult cases. She has an interest in exploring combined traditional psychiatric practice with complementary and holistic approaches to treatment and believes in keeping her patients healthy rather than only addressing illness.

Dr. Mark Simonds is a Board-Certified general psychiatrist with training and certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He has been practicing general psychiatry for about 25 years. His practice focuses on initial assessment of psychiatric conditions, treatment planning, and psychotropic medication management, typically with a one-hour initial intake and 30-minute follow-up visits. Collaboration with a psychotherapist for the best treatment outcome is welcome and encouraged. Dr. Simonds is a graduate of the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in General Psychiatry at the University of Southern California, followed by a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry also at USC. Dr. Simonds specializes in psychopharmacology, and as a generalist, he has a lot of experience treating patients with mood disorders (including Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder); trauma and reactive psychoses; pain and psychosomatic disorders; and ADHD and Developmental Disorders, such as Aspergers. Having grown up in the Southern Appalachians but having lived most of his professional life in Los Angeles, he has worked with clients of various socioeconomics, religions, and ethnicities, as well as LGBT youth and adults. He lived abroad in Leeds, England, for one year in college, and continues to travel and obtain knowledge through these experiences. He trains regularly in the gym and does long-distance street biking, and he encourages exercise and a good diet as part of his clients' mental health recovery.

LaTria Rogers is a proud graduate of Bowie State University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Bowie State University in 2003, and in 2008, obtained her master’s degree in counseling psychology. She became a mental health therapist for the state of Maryland and later license in Washington DC.  LaTria worked for DC Department of Correction/Unity Healthcare as a Lead Therapist and currently work as a Lead Mental Health Therapist for Prince Geroges's County Public Schools. LaTria firmly believes that her views on behavioral and mental health will provided an  positive impact on the community.

The pandemic has produced many behaviors in adults as while as children/youth. Our youngest and most vulnerable have suffered the most. As a result, we have seen an uptake in areas like crime, lack of employment, public safety, education, social behaviors, politics, and overall well-being. LaTria feels as a community we need to listen and pay attention to what's happening.  LaTria can relate as a mother of a teen and toddler, she understands how the school and community need to provide as many services as they can to children and youth.

As a therapist LaTria prefers to meet people where they are in the treatment process. LaTria leads with cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered approach. LaTria enjoys helping people become mentally healthy and live a holistic lifestyle.