Multicultural Psychiatrists in Washington, DC

Dr. Ngozi M. Okudoh is an experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who provides caring, effective, and evidence-based treatments to meet the needs of her patients. She strives to provide empathy and warmth when treating patients. Dr. Okudoh believes that trust in the clinical setting is fostered by taking the adequate time to meet the needs of her patients. She is a major proponent of psychotherapy and well versed in cognitive behavioral therapy. She believes in using psychiatric medications judiciously and when appropriate to treat the patient in the most effective and safe manner.

My patients live and work in a global environment with complicated interpersonal problems compounded by economic, political, cultural and religious pressures. Through extensive education, experience and world travel I have built the capacity to provide a neutral, private and safe environment permitting the pursuit of solutions for acute mental health problems as well as longer term, intensive psychoanalytic treatment. I am a board certified psychiatrist with a medical degree from University of Southern California. As a psychoanalyst I completed the curriculum and treatment of cases through the Baltimore-Washington Institute for Psychoanalysis under the auspices of the American Psychoanalytic Association.

Do you need medication management support? As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I can help you get holistic mental health support and, when needed, the medication that helps you better manage anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder (BPD), and other challenges. If you are recovering from addiction or alcohol abuse, I can prescribe Buprenorphine, Suboxone, Naloxone, and other harm reduction medications. You can lead a fuller, happier life. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!

Dr. Tirhas Zerahaimanot is a doctoral-prepared, licensed, and board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She earned her clinical Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from the University of Washington, Seattle. She has 14 plus years of experience in healthcare, and of those 13 years, she specialized in mental health.

Hi dear, I am Patricia, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner and I can manage broad areas of psychiatry and medical health needs. Whether you're dealing with personality or Mood Disorders I'm here to help. Seeking treatment to help manage your mental health issue can feel scary but you're making the right choice. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion, evidence-based Practice medication management, counselling and therapy to better manage your mental health During our sessions together we will build trust, support and a welcoming and open environment

Call/text 800-436-8510 or go to the website and click on Request Services for all your medication management needs. Appointments are Available. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the states of MD, DC, and NC. I have been a part of the military community for over 20 years. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. Is your child struggling with sadness, anxiety, or poor concentration? Has your mood and behavior affected your personal or professional relationships? Has a traumatic event changed your life, and now you don't even know who you are?

Are you or someone you love feeling overwhelmed? Are you feeling stressed at school or work? Is your child having a hard time fitting in school? Are they having issues with concentration and motivation? Do you feel depressed? Are you losing interest in everyday activities and pleasures? Are you having suicidal thoughts, thoughts of self harm or harming others? Do you have anxiety? Panic attacks? Or overall life disrupting PTSD? If this is you, please call us at Courage Behavioral Healthcare Services! Please call us, we will love to hear from you.

Hello, I'm Rose! I’m currently accepting new patients! I am board-certified and licensed in Virginia, Maryland and Washington DC. Having worked in a psychiatric hospital, partial hospitalization program (PHP) and out patient office; I have extensive experience working with adults, children and adolescents to manage depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, autism spectrum and OCD. Prior to graduating as a nurse practitioner, I had 12 years nursing experience working in neurology, psychiatry, hospice and pain management.

Hi, I’m Dr. Nubia Chong. I work collaboratively with adults to carefully create an individualized plan for people looking to address the effects of imbalance and disconnection within their lives. This includes (but is not limited to) Depression, Anxiety, unresolved Trauma & PTSD, and other difficulties with emotion regulation. I work from a trauma informed framework and communicate in a way that is respectful, offers hope and genuine connection. I aim to center your ability to exercise self-determination, honoring that you are the expert in yourself.

Dr. Rivera employs an integrative style that focuses on the individual's sleep, diet, physical and mental fitness. He enjoys working in particular with weight loss, men's wellness, de-prescription from psychotropic medications, and detox from long-term substance use: tobacco, alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines. Furthermore, he specializes in the diagnosis and management of attention, mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders. You and Dr. Rivera will discuss available treatment modalities that may include lifestyle changes, meditation and mindfulness, exercise, medication management, and hormonal balancing.

Mental Wealth provides premier psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults in DC, MD, and VA. We believe that seeing a mental health professional is a powerful tool to help you reach your maximum potential. While we aren’t about labeling or focusing on weaknesses, we are about identifying what you want out of life and working together to create a path that will enable you to start getting closer to reaching personal and professional goals. We help you understand the nature of your difficulties and make lasting progress towards achieving the life you have always wanted.

I am a seasoned therapist for individuals, couples and families, with years of experience (and many presentations and publications --see my website www.sluzki.com). In therapy, I follow an empathic systemic/ narrative orientation, with occasional whiffs stemming from my prior psychoanalytic training. I am also a psychiatrist, with M.D. licenses in CA, DC and MA, and I offer medication management if needed. My multi-lingual, multi-cultural practice takes place in English, Spanish or Italian. Half of my current practice is by Skype/Zoom.

Dr. Swati Divakarla is a Board-Certified Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist. She has experience working in a variety of clinical settings. She uses evidence based medicine as a guide in medication management of a variety of psychiatric symptoms. She has also had experience in multiple modalities of psychotherapy. She has had experience with working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and presenting with a variety of symptoms and problems.

Hi, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Washington D.C. I received my Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Walden University Minnesota. I have been practicing for 5 years. I help clients across the lifespan to feel better, have self-confidence, understand themselves, and unlock their potential.

Evening and weekend appointments available. I am certified psychiatry nurse practitioner across life span experienced in medication and psychotherapy. I have experience in treating children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and college students.

Are you ready to take the next step in your mental health journey? I specialize in treating adults with ADHD, OCD, burnout, and women's issues. I’m currently offering virtual care across MD, DC, VA, NY, and FL. At MindBody Psychiatry, we provide high-quality care tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re managing comorbid anxiety, depression, or other challenges, I’m here to listen, understand, and work with you to find the right solutions. Our practice is committed to creating a supportive, collaborative environment where your well-being is our top priority.

Dr. Yakov is psychiatrist with combined background in medicine and neurology, participants of many clinical research projects and author numerous international/USA publications in neuropsychiatry on topics of movement disorders, smell/taste/hormonal abnormalities, sensory gaiting and sensory reduction methods in adult psychiatry. Since Psychiatry Residency training at University of Alabama of Birmingham (2012-2016), Dr. Yakov gained extensive experience in management treatment resistant depression/bipolar disorders and suicidal patients with novel antidepressant medications and cutting edge approaches (TMS, Spravato).

I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Maryland and the District of Columbia. I'm accepting new patients. I have worked in both in-patent and out-patient settings. My practice is evidence-based, and it is provided on a compassionate and individualized basis to assist individuals with mental health needs to function optimally. You and I will work together to ensure that you get the best care you deserve. Working with you to navigate the complex mental healthcare arena is a privilege, and I am looking forward to working with you. Thank you so much for allowing me to meet your mental health needs.

Ruth Esmeralda Mena, PMHNP, is a board-certified bi-lingual (Spanish and English) who specializes in treating individuals across the lifespan with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, psychosis, and ADHD. With over eight years of diverse experience in community, outpatient, and acute care settings. She's compassionate and dedicated to improving mental health.