Teen Psychiatrists in Gaithersburg, MD
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I work with children, adolescents, and adults population.
I am double board-certified in Child Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. My practice philosophy is to first educate my patients and/ or their legal guardians the most up-to-date treatment guidelines on the issues they present, ensure they fully understand treatment protocols, and then work together to make treatment decisions. I will be there for my patients all the way to their recovery.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults population.
I am double board-certified in Child Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. My practice philosophy is to first educate my patients and/ or their legal guardians the most up-to-date treatment guidelines on the issues they present, ensure they fully understand treatment protocols, and then work together to make treatment decisions. I will be there for my patients all the way to their recovery.
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TSG Mental Health Services, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
I specialize in Childhood/ Adolescent and Adult Diagnosis and Treatment including, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective Disorder, Suicide Prevention, Schizophrenia, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I am a Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in private practice, who is also a certified Family Nurse Practitioner. My belief is that the patient benefits most by following the psychiatric evaluation with a dynamic and in-depth plan of action which is focused on the emotional and physical health of the patient. My duel degrees and clinical experience, provides a wealth of knowledge in medication management.
I specialize in Childhood/ Adolescent and Adult Diagnosis and Treatment including, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective Disorder, Suicide Prevention, Schizophrenia, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I am a Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in private practice, who is also a certified Family Nurse Practitioner. My belief is that the patient benefits most by following the psychiatric evaluation with a dynamic and in-depth plan of action which is focused on the emotional and physical health of the patient. My duel degrees and clinical experience, provides a wealth of knowledge in medication management.
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As a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, I work with clients throughout their life cycle. I see patients individually, in family settings and couples. When treating a child or adolescent, you are really helping a whole family system regain balance and stability.
I work with people with a wide range of disorders and life issues. I patients with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. I also work with children and adolescents with academic and developmental difficulties which may include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Executive Functioning Difficulties and Asperger's Syndrome.
As a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, I work with clients throughout their life cycle. I see patients individually, in family settings and couples. When treating a child or adolescent, you are really helping a whole family system regain balance and stability.
I work with people with a wide range of disorders and life issues. I patients with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. I also work with children and adolescents with academic and developmental difficulties which may include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Executive Functioning Difficulties and Asperger's Syndrome.
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I completed Psychiatric Residency at West Virginia University School of Medicine followed by a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Forensic Psychiatry.
I specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of a variety of mental disorders including mood, anxiety, psychosis, ADHD, eating disorders, insomnia and other psychosocial issues such as relationship problems, parenting, stress management and coping issues. I counsel patients from early childhood through adulthood and provide parental training to parents with young children with behavioral problems and special needs. I am available for consultation, medication evaluation, medication management, individual psychotherapy, family therapy, couples therapy and parent training.
I completed Psychiatric Residency at West Virginia University School of Medicine followed by a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Forensic Psychiatry.
I specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of a variety of mental disorders including mood, anxiety, psychosis, ADHD, eating disorders, insomnia and other psychosocial issues such as relationship problems, parenting, stress management and coping issues. I counsel patients from early childhood through adulthood and provide parental training to parents with young children with behavioral problems and special needs. I am available for consultation, medication evaluation, medication management, individual psychotherapy, family therapy, couples therapy and parent training.
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I am a ABPN certified specialist in Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in the U.S.A. My experience in practice is lengthy and took place in private practice, county clinics, university settings, hospitals, elementary schools, prisons for the gravely mentally ill, and with ethnically different populations and cultures. I am bilingual in English and Spanish.
I am a ABPN certified specialist in Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in the U.S.A. My experience in practice is lengthy and took place in private practice, county clinics, university settings, hospitals, elementary schools, prisons for the gravely mentally ill, and with ethnically different populations and cultures. I am bilingual in English and Spanish.
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I am an AOBNP Board Certified Psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating adult and adolescent patients with a wide variety of mental health conditions and who come from diverse backgrounds.
I am an AOBNP Board Certified Psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating adult and adolescent patients with a wide variety of mental health conditions and who come from diverse backgrounds.
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I am seeing patients in my Rockville office located at 11119 Rockville Pike, Suite 200, and by videoconference (Zoom). I received my medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania. I provide psychiatric treatment for a wide range of challenges in adults, adolescents and pre- teens. My approach is to create a personalized treatment plan starting from scientific treatment guidelines and focusing on your individual needs and strengths. I have wide-ranging expertise including the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, women's psychiatric needs, schizophrenia, and impulsivity.
I am seeing patients in my Rockville office located at 11119 Rockville Pike, Suite 200, and by videoconference (Zoom). I received my medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania. I provide psychiatric treatment for a wide range of challenges in adults, adolescents and pre- teens. My approach is to create a personalized treatment plan starting from scientific treatment guidelines and focusing on your individual needs and strengths. I have wide-ranging expertise including the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, women's psychiatric needs, schizophrenia, and impulsivity.
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Omiah Behavioral Health & Wellness LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
We serve children, adolescents and adults and treat a range of mental health conditions such as but not limited to Bipolar disorders, PTSD, OCD, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and Schizophrenia.
Accepting New Clients in Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. Whether online or in-person, we believe the right for every individual is to receive quality mental health services. Understanding each person’s experience is different, we consider all aspects of your life and treat the WHOLE person not just symptoms. Our clinicians are experienced providers who create partnership with each client, actively listen to your personal goals regarding treatment, uphold the dignity and integrity of each client, and are invested in your journey towards mental health wellness.
We serve children, adolescents and adults and treat a range of mental health conditions such as but not limited to Bipolar disorders, PTSD, OCD, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and Schizophrenia.
Accepting New Clients in Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. Whether online or in-person, we believe the right for every individual is to receive quality mental health services. Understanding each person’s experience is different, we consider all aspects of your life and treat the WHOLE person not just symptoms. Our clinicians are experienced providers who create partnership with each client, actively listen to your personal goals regarding treatment, uphold the dignity and integrity of each client, and are invested in your journey towards mental health wellness.
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Dr. Peace Peters
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Dr. Peace Peters is a doctoral-trained board-certified family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner. Peace specializes across lifespans, treating all ages from children, adolescents, adults and geriatric mental health and wellness. Dr. Peters serves Maryland and Virginia. She has over 20 years of healthcare experience working in different healthcare settings in inpatient and outpatient in the DMV area.
Dr. Peace Peters is a doctoral-trained board-certified family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner. Peace specializes across lifespans, treating all ages from children, adolescents, adults and geriatric mental health and wellness. Dr. Peters serves Maryland and Virginia. She has over 20 years of healthcare experience working in different healthcare settings in inpatient and outpatient in the DMV area.
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Patrick Brown
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, DipACLM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
I am an experienced board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and lifestyle medicine practitioner. My approach is top down, looking at every facet of your life, genetics, nutrition, and environment to understand what informs your symptoms. With all the stressors of life, self care and self compassion take a back seat to worry. Eating healthy, getting sunlight, and calming your nervous system can put you back in the driver's seat. Please have compassion for yourself and remember that reaching out for help is a sign of strength.
I am an experienced board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and lifestyle medicine practitioner. My approach is top down, looking at every facet of your life, genetics, nutrition, and environment to understand what informs your symptoms. With all the stressors of life, self care and self compassion take a back seat to worry. Eating healthy, getting sunlight, and calming your nervous system can put you back in the driver's seat. Please have compassion for yourself and remember that reaching out for help is a sign of strength.
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Our approach is tailored to meet each client's need. We provide psychiatric assessment and medication management services. We also provide individual, family, couples, and group therapy for adults, adolescents, and children.
Our approach is tailored to meet each client's need. We provide psychiatric assessment and medication management services. We also provide individual, family, couples, and group therapy for adults, adolescents, and children.
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Authentic Mental Wellness, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, CRNP, PMH
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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At Authentic Mental Wellness, your mental health is our priority. Care is the cornerstone of our practice. You will be evaluated by an excellent professional. Visit our website at www.authenticmentalwellnessllc.com
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Right Solutions Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, DNP, MSN
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
We are here to help you decide on the right solutions for your mental health and wellness goals. Our approach is integrative functional psychiatry to ensure we identify and treat any underlying factors that are contributing to mental health concerns and prescribe medication if needed.
We are here to help you decide on the right solutions for your mental health and wellness goals. Our approach is integrative functional psychiatry to ensure we identify and treat any underlying factors that are contributing to mental health concerns and prescribe medication if needed.
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I received my medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania. I provide psychiatric treatment for a wide range of challenges in adults, adolescents and children. My approach is to create a personalized treatment plan starting from scientific treatment guidelines and focusing on your individual needs and strengths. I have wide-ranging expertise including the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, women's psychiatric needs, schizophrenia, and impulsivity. I offer talk therapy in addition to medication treatment.
I received my medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania. I provide psychiatric treatment for a wide range of challenges in adults, adolescents and children. My approach is to create a personalized treatment plan starting from scientific treatment guidelines and focusing on your individual needs and strengths. I have wide-ranging expertise including the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, women's psychiatric needs, schizophrenia, and impulsivity. I offer talk therapy in addition to medication treatment.
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The patient always comes first. This means spending the time needed to get to the root of the problem, taking a holistic approach to look at the myriad factors that influence mental health, and providing a safe and comfortable environment where healing can occur. As a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, I can manage and treat a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and PTSD. I value providing special attention to individual needs, personal history, stressful or traumatic experiences, and concerns about medications.
The patient always comes first. This means spending the time needed to get to the root of the problem, taking a holistic approach to look at the myriad factors that influence mental health, and providing a safe and comfortable environment where healing can occur. As a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, I can manage and treat a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and PTSD. I value providing special attention to individual needs, personal history, stressful or traumatic experiences, and concerns about medications.
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I believe I can best help patients to find their path in life using a combination of medication and psychotherapy. That usually requires one hour appointments. I have a background in psychiatric research in sex hormones and specialize in treating ADHD.
I believe I can best help patients to find their path in life using a combination of medication and psychotherapy. That usually requires one hour appointments. I have a background in psychiatric research in sex hormones and specialize in treating ADHD.
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Sarah Keenan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
The patient always comes first. This means spending the time needed to get to the root of the problem, taking a holistic approach to look at the myriad factors that influence mental health, and providing a safe and comfortable environment where healing can occur. As a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, I can manage and treat a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and PTSD. I value providing special attention to individual needs, personal history, stressful or traumatic experiences, and concerns about medications.
The patient always comes first. This means spending the time needed to get to the root of the problem, taking a holistic approach to look at the myriad factors that influence mental health, and providing a safe and comfortable environment where healing can occur. As a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, I can manage and treat a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and PTSD. I value providing special attention to individual needs, personal history, stressful or traumatic experiences, and concerns about medications.
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Louisa Ogwuni
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (Online Only)
Louisa Ogwuni is a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric-mental health practitioner who has revolutionized mental health care. Motivated by a profound desire to help those facing mental health challenges, she became a board-certified psychiatric-mental health practitioner. Louisa pursued advanced education and training in psychiatric-mental health nursing, gaining a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and therapeutic approaches. She sought mentorship and engaged in community outreach to better understand local needs. Driven by a passion for mental health advocacy, Louisa combines her extensive nursing experience.
Louisa Ogwuni is a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric-mental health practitioner who has revolutionized mental health care. Motivated by a profound desire to help those facing mental health challenges, she became a board-certified psychiatric-mental health practitioner. Louisa pursued advanced education and training in psychiatric-mental health nursing, gaining a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and therapeutic approaches. She sought mentorship and engaged in community outreach to better understand local needs. Driven by a passion for mental health advocacy, Louisa combines her extensive nursing experience.
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Yared Taffesse
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
Yared Taffesse is an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). He has a vast clinical experience in treating individuals with mental illnesses. In the last 13 years, Yared has provided psychiatric and mental health care to individuals with diverse backgrounds and mental health conditions. He has experience in Hospitals and outpatient clinics including partial hospitalization programs, emergency, and crisis stabilization centers, and at schools and universities. Yared is fluent in Amharic and English. He has professional and volunteer experience working with refugees, new immigrants and asylees.
Yared Taffesse is an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). He has a vast clinical experience in treating individuals with mental illnesses. In the last 13 years, Yared has provided psychiatric and mental health care to individuals with diverse backgrounds and mental health conditions. He has experience in Hospitals and outpatient clinics including partial hospitalization programs, emergency, and crisis stabilization centers, and at schools and universities. Yared is fluent in Amharic and English. He has professional and volunteer experience working with refugees, new immigrants and asylees.
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Mai Center for Wellness and Energy Therapies
Psychiatric Nurse, PhD, APRN, BC-P
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Our veterans and their family members are a priority to me. I also welcome clients and their pets who have been dealing with chronic medical illness and pain. I have seen clients for many years who are managing addiction and related couple/family issues. I spent decades in hospital settings seeing clients with all sorts of grieving concerns. From health, lifestyle, legal, and stress management to end-of-life challenges, I am delighted to assist clients to approach situations in a hopeful, pragmatic, and strategic manner with the goal of achieving greater mind, body, and spirit health and wellness.
Our veterans and their family members are a priority to me. I also welcome clients and their pets who have been dealing with chronic medical illness and pain. I have seen clients for many years who are managing addiction and related couple/family issues. I spent decades in hospital settings seeing clients with all sorts of grieving concerns. From health, lifestyle, legal, and stress management to end-of-life challenges, I am delighted to assist clients to approach situations in a hopeful, pragmatic, and strategic manner with the goal of achieving greater mind, body, and spirit health and wellness.
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Teen Psychiatrists
Adolescence describes the teenage years between 13 and 19 and can be considered the transitional stage from childhood to adulthood. However the physical and psychological changes that occur in adolescence can start earlier, and it can be a time of both disorientation and discovery. The transitional period can bring up issues of independence and self-identity. Sometimes teens may be experimenting with drugs and alcohol or sexuality. During this time, peer groups and external appearance tend to increase in importance.
For help with adolescents or for a Gaithersburg adolescent psychiatrist these professionals provide help for adolescent development and adolescent education. They include adolescent psychiatrists in Gaithersburg, adolescent psychologists, and adolescent counselors. They can help with adolescent behavior, adolescent learning and adolescent discipline.
Gaithersburg teen Psychiatrists also provide help for troubled teens in Gaithersburg or troubled teen boys and girls. For parents of out-of-control teens, Gaithersburg psychiatrists can help with communicating and understanding your teen. And psychiatrists in Gaithersburg can help with teenager behavior and teen learning issues.
For help with adolescents or for a Gaithersburg adolescent psychiatrist these professionals provide help for adolescent development and adolescent education. They include adolescent psychiatrists in Gaithersburg, adolescent psychologists, and adolescent counselors. They can help with adolescent behavior, adolescent learning and adolescent discipline.
Gaithersburg teen Psychiatrists also provide help for troubled teens in Gaithersburg or troubled teen boys and girls. For parents of out-of-control teens, Gaithersburg psychiatrists can help with communicating and understanding your teen. And psychiatrists in Gaithersburg can help with teenager behavior and teen learning issues.