Optum Psychiatrists in Bethesda, MD
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Pendulum Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
It is time to bring the negative stigma of seeking help for mental health issues to an end. It is a stigma when a person with mental illness is mocked or called weak for seeking help. Black Americans are less likely to seek mental health care. Statistics tell us that about 25% of African Americans seek mental health treatment, compared to 40% of white Americans. For black men the numbers are even less. Seeking help from a culturally competent therapist can assist with managing and overcoming these effects. At Pendulum Psychiatry we aim to provide a safer, more welcoming space for Black men seeking medication management and therapy.
It is time to bring the negative stigma of seeking help for mental health issues to an end. It is a stigma when a person with mental illness is mocked or called weak for seeking help. Black Americans are less likely to seek mental health care. Statistics tell us that about 25% of African Americans seek mental health treatment, compared to 40% of white Americans. For black men the numbers are even less. Seeking help from a culturally competent therapist can assist with managing and overcoming these effects. At Pendulum Psychiatry we aim to provide a safer, more welcoming space for Black men seeking medication management and therapy.
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Emem Ibanga
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
A healthy mental state is essential in every stage of life – from childhood, adolescent, to adulthood. Throughout a lifetime, an individual can experience mental health issue at any point. Not only can this impact their mood and behavior, but can change their way of thinking, looking at life, and facing challenges. As a Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner I specialize in treating patients with major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and ADHD.
A healthy mental state is essential in every stage of life – from childhood, adolescent, to adulthood. Throughout a lifetime, an individual can experience mental health issue at any point. Not only can this impact their mood and behavior, but can change their way of thinking, looking at life, and facing challenges. As a Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner I specialize in treating patients with major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and ADHD.
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Deanette James
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
Deanette James specializes in providing mental health medication management to women, especially those in the working-class group, who are experiencing the burdens of life. If you are a woman who is a wife, a homemaker, a mother, a professional, a daughter, has family responsibilities, or other factors contributing to a decline in your mental health, she is the person to see. Her services focus on women experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD. She understands that these disorders are very prevalent and act as determinants of the outcome of a woman's daily life.
Deanette James specializes in providing mental health medication management to women, especially those in the working-class group, who are experiencing the burdens of life. If you are a woman who is a wife, a homemaker, a mother, a professional, a daughter, has family responsibilities, or other factors contributing to a decline in your mental health, she is the person to see. Her services focus on women experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD. She understands that these disorders are very prevalent and act as determinants of the outcome of a woman's daily life.
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Adebisi Ayodele
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Let's connect and work together! Are you feeling exhausted, low energy, having trouble sleeping, feeling sad or down? Are you having excessive fears or worry or extreme feelings of guilt? Are you having difficulty coping with daily problems or stress? Do you feel withdrawn from friends and activities? Have you noticed drastic mood changes of highs and lows? There is a reason why you feel the way you do, and there is help. I am here to listen, empathize, and try to understand how these issues affect you and your loved ones. Remember, your mental health can affect your physical health.
Let's connect and work together! Are you feeling exhausted, low energy, having trouble sleeping, feeling sad or down? Are you having excessive fears or worry or extreme feelings of guilt? Are you having difficulty coping with daily problems or stress? Do you feel withdrawn from friends and activities? Have you noticed drastic mood changes of highs and lows? There is a reason why you feel the way you do, and there is help. I am here to listen, empathize, and try to understand how these issues affect you and your loved ones. Remember, your mental health can affect your physical health.
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Samirawit Hailemariam
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in private practice. I reside in Maryland with my two teenage children.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in private practice. I reside in Maryland with my two teenage children.
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Rhanee Perkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I have sixteen years' experience working in the specialty of mental health. Mental health challenges have the potential to hold us back from our responsibilities, life fulfillments and looking towards the future. We have all been there. The good thing is that you don't have to stay there!
Welcome! I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I have sixteen years' experience working in the specialty of mental health. Mental health challenges have the potential to hold us back from our responsibilities, life fulfillments and looking towards the future. We have all been there. The good thing is that you don't have to stay there!
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Dr. Yetunde Precious Rotimi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
At Opollo Health and Wellness, our core principles have always been rooted in providing patients with dignity, respect, and compassion. We understand that each individual's healthcare journey is unique, and we are committed to tailoring our approach to meet your specific needs. Dr. Rotimi is dedicated to a holistic approach to healthcare, merging evidence-based practices with personalized care. We have a wealth of experience working with patients from diverse backgrounds, and Dr. Rotimi brings over 16 years of clinical expertise to our practice.
At Opollo Health and Wellness, our core principles have always been rooted in providing patients with dignity, respect, and compassion. We understand that each individual's healthcare journey is unique, and we are committed to tailoring our approach to meet your specific needs. Dr. Rotimi is dedicated to a holistic approach to healthcare, merging evidence-based practices with personalized care. We have a wealth of experience working with patients from diverse backgrounds, and Dr. Rotimi brings over 16 years of clinical expertise to our practice.
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I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
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Mental Health Care – For Everyone. At Gladstone Psychiatry, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health care. We use an individualized approach to help clients get their lives back on track. Our treatment approach is more than just medicine. Our psychiatrists work with you to provide evidence-based treatments, unique to your lifestyle and challenges. We believe in a holistic view of medicine and provide personalized care to each patient, while making it affordable, inclusive and easy to access.
Mental Health Care – For Everyone. At Gladstone Psychiatry, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality mental health care. We use an individualized approach to help clients get their lives back on track. Our treatment approach is more than just medicine. Our psychiatrists work with you to provide evidence-based treatments, unique to your lifestyle and challenges. We believe in a holistic view of medicine and provide personalized care to each patient, while making it affordable, inclusive and easy to access.
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At this time I am not accepting client for therapy, just for medication management- Do you feel on edge or tense often? Maybe you aren't sleeping. Has there been a history of trauma in your life? Do you sometimes feel like your memory is not the same and it is difficult for you to concentrate or find motivation to get anything done? Have you been using food to cope with your feelings? Do you find that your symptoms fluctuate continuously? Are you ready to feel alive again and regain your sense of purpose, self-esteem, and overall well-being? I am a PMHNP specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders.
At this time I am not accepting client for therapy, just for medication management- Do you feel on edge or tense often? Maybe you aren't sleeping. Has there been a history of trauma in your life? Do you sometimes feel like your memory is not the same and it is difficult for you to concentrate or find motivation to get anything done? Have you been using food to cope with your feelings? Do you find that your symptoms fluctuate continuously? Are you ready to feel alive again and regain your sense of purpose, self-esteem, and overall well-being? I am a PMHNP specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders.
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Ugonma Nwokorie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Hi! Ugonma “Peace” is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She holds BSN and she graduated from Walden University with Masters Degree in nursing and a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She works with all ages and helps people find recovery through the path that is right for them via psychotropic medications and therapy or lifestyle interventions for children, adolescences,
Hi! Ugonma “Peace” is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She holds BSN and she graduated from Walden University with Masters Degree in nursing and a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She works with all ages and helps people find recovery through the path that is right for them via psychotropic medications and therapy or lifestyle interventions for children, adolescences,
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Yvonne McKenzie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Dr. Yvonne. Do you feel pulled in a thousand directions and not able to put it all together? Are you struggling to keep up with your responsibilities? It's time to be kind to yourself and together we will address issues and come to a manageable regimen designed for you. Whether you're dealing with feeling overwhelmed, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help.
Hello, I'm Dr. Yvonne. Do you feel pulled in a thousand directions and not able to put it all together? Are you struggling to keep up with your responsibilities? It's time to be kind to yourself and together we will address issues and come to a manageable regimen designed for you. Whether you're dealing with feeling overwhelmed, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help.
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Ideal client is someone who is looking for a partner in their ability to improve their mental health.
Ideal client is someone who is looking for a partner in their ability to improve their mental health.
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Dr. Janel Hillstrom
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Life can be incredibly challenging. I want to help you feel better. I offer medication management for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and port-partum mental illness. During our first meeting, we will review your history and experiences that have brought you to where you are today. This thorough understanding will allow us to develop a treatment plan to lead you on the right path to wellness. I look forward to meeting you! Please note that I book in Mountain Time.
Life can be incredibly challenging. I want to help you feel better. I offer medication management for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and port-partum mental illness. During our first meeting, we will review your history and experiences that have brought you to where you are today. This thorough understanding will allow us to develop a treatment plan to lead you on the right path to wellness. I look forward to meeting you! Please note that I book in Mountain Time.
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Sylvie Mirindi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I am a registered nurse and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia. I received my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Frontier Nursing University in Kentucky. Before my psychiatric mental health nursing practice studies, I earned my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Advanced Community Public Health Nursing from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
I am a registered nurse and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia. I received my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Frontier Nursing University in Kentucky. Before my psychiatric mental health nursing practice studies, I earned my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Advanced Community Public Health Nursing from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
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Hi, am Catherine ! Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I help my clients manage anxiety and avoid burnout, are you a high performer ? lets see what we can do to keep you up there
Hi, am Catherine ! Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I help my clients manage anxiety and avoid burnout, are you a high performer ? lets see what we can do to keep you up there
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Dana Gorsche
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Dr. Daná Gorsche DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Rush University School of Nursing. Daná has training and experience treating patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan with a special focus on adults, older adults, military, and first responders.
Dr. Daná Gorsche DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Rush University School of Nursing. Daná has training and experience treating patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan with a special focus on adults, older adults, military, and first responders.
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Mendem, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with depression, anxiety, body image issues, low self-esteem, or the complexities of trauma? You're not alone. The journey to recovery begins with a single, courageous step. Imagine each day as a step toward healing. What if you had a compassionate guide, someone who truly understands your burdens and is dedicated to helping you overcome them? Together, we can navigate the path to recovery, addressing the roots of your struggles and fostering genuine, lasting well-being.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with depression, anxiety, body image issues, low self-esteem, or the complexities of trauma? You're not alone. The journey to recovery begins with a single, courageous step. Imagine each day as a step toward healing. What if you had a compassionate guide, someone who truly understands your burdens and is dedicated to helping you overcome them? Together, we can navigate the path to recovery, addressing the roots of your struggles and fostering genuine, lasting well-being.
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Marie Blanche Baker
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Accepting New Patients. The journey to recovery from mental illness begins when the patient is linked with the right provider and you can trust me to be the right provider. I provide genuine, compassionate mental health services. I accommodate and respect diversities. I am deeply passionate about providing quality holistic mental healthcare services and collaborate with my patients to ensure optimal wellness.
Accepting New Patients. The journey to recovery from mental illness begins when the patient is linked with the right provider and you can trust me to be the right provider. I provide genuine, compassionate mental health services. I accommodate and respect diversities. I am deeply passionate about providing quality holistic mental healthcare services and collaborate with my patients to ensure optimal wellness.
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Nkechi Achinanya
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience in helping individuals and families with various mental health challenges. Do you sometimes feel like no one is listening or understanding when all you are trying to do is to communicate your needs? Do not be disturbed anymore as I am here for you. I am here to listen and help you understand that you are not alone in this journey. No matter what your situation is I can help you navigate through this journey. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you stressed out by the numerous demands of work, family, and relationships, I am here to help.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience in helping individuals and families with various mental health challenges. Do you sometimes feel like no one is listening or understanding when all you are trying to do is to communicate your needs? Do not be disturbed anymore as I am here for you. I am here to listen and help you understand that you are not alone in this journey. No matter what your situation is I can help you navigate through this journey. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you stressed out by the numerous demands of work, family, and relationships, I am here to help.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
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