Child Psychiatrists in Gaithersburg, MD
Right Solutions Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, DNP, MSN
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
We treat individuals of all ages ( children 6+ to older adults 65+), and we specialize in the care of first responders, healthcare professionals, law enforcement officers, teachers, and veterans.
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 treat individuals of all ages ( children 6+ to older adults 65+), and we specialize in the care of first responders, healthcare professionals, law enforcement officers, teachers, and veterans.
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.
Juddy Morgan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
I work closely with therapists as I focus on medication management to treat children, adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health disorders.
My name is Juddy Morgan, a board-certified PMHNP/FNP. Very knowledgeable and dedicated to the needs of clients served. An expert in medication management for ADHD, depression, anxiety, and various other mental health disorders. I have more than 5 years of experience in various mental health settings working with clients across the lifespan with a primary focus on the pediatric population.
I work closely with therapists as I focus on medication management to treat children, adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health disorders.
My name is Juddy Morgan, a board-certified PMHNP/FNP. Very knowledgeable and dedicated to the needs of clients served. An expert in medication management for ADHD, depression, anxiety, and various other mental health disorders. I have more than 5 years of experience in various mental health settings working with clients across the lifespan with a primary focus on the pediatric population.
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.
I provide services to children as young as 7 years old, adolescents, teens, and adults.
There is more to treating mental health conditions than simply prescribing medications. I believe in taking a personal approach to patient care and collaborating with my patients to create a treatment plan that aligns with your beliefs and values. I consider the patient as a whole. Your treatment goals are my goals. I maintain a flexible schedule which includes evening and weekend appointments because life doesn't just occur 9am-5pm.
I provide services to children as young as 7 years old, adolescents, teens, and adults.
There is more to treating mental health conditions than simply prescribing medications. I believe in taking a personal approach to patient care and collaborating with my patients to create a treatment plan that aligns with your beliefs and values. I consider the patient as a whole. Your treatment goals are my goals. I maintain a flexible schedule which includes evening and weekend appointments because life doesn't just occur 9am-5pm.
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.
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.
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.
Kema Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
She is experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population to diagnose and treat mental health problems.
Josyane Kengni, CRNP, PMH is a board-certified nurse practitioner in Psychiatry and Behavioral Health. She has a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in nursing with years of nursing experience in a variety of settings. Our prescriber will work with you in the way that works best for you because her outcome is to find the right solution to your problem. Josyane draws on her experience as a medical nurse to rule out any possible medical conditions that could be affecting a patient’s mental health before treating a psychiatric condition. "Being our patient means that you have found the right fit"
She is experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population to diagnose and treat mental health problems.
Josyane Kengni, CRNP, PMH is a board-certified nurse practitioner in Psychiatry and Behavioral Health. She has a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in nursing with years of nursing experience in a variety of settings. Our prescriber will work with you in the way that works best for you because her outcome is to find the right solution to your problem. Josyane draws on her experience as a medical nurse to rule out any possible medical conditions that could be affecting a patient’s mental health before treating a psychiatric condition. "Being our patient means that you have found the right fit"
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.
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.
Kristene Smith
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I diagnose, prescribe, treat, and manage patients with mental health illnesses such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and ADHD. I have over 15 years of nursing experience that includes medical-surgical, telemetry and psychiatry. I believe that one of my advantages as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is my extensive history and background within those various settings. I view each patient as an individual and take an integrative approach to treatment.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I diagnose, prescribe, treat, and manage patients with mental health illnesses such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and ADHD. I have over 15 years of nursing experience that includes medical-surgical, telemetry and psychiatry. I believe that one of my advantages as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is my extensive history and background within those various settings. I view each patient as an individual and take an integrative approach to treatment.
My name is Meghan Blair and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 9 years of experience. I treat ages 10 and up for a variety of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, ptsd, autism spectrum, schizophrenia, and substance abuse.
My name is Meghan Blair and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 9 years of experience. I treat ages 10 and up for a variety of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, ptsd, autism spectrum, schizophrenia, and substance abuse.
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.
Edward (Ed) Stern
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a psychiatric prescriber that will listen to your needs? Someone who takes the time to work with you and your goals? Someone who accepts you for who you are and where you want to be? Then we should talk. Ed and his entire team work with patients who are seeking help for depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, OCD, and much more. He integrates modern approaches to the science of mental health and wants you to meet your goals. Ed a member of the LGBTQ community and assures that all folx, no matter their gender, sexuality, or life status, is equally respected.
Are you looking for a psychiatric prescriber that will listen to your needs? Someone who takes the time to work with you and your goals? Someone who accepts you for who you are and where you want to be? Then we should talk. Ed and his entire team work with patients who are seeking help for depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, OCD, and much more. He integrates modern approaches to the science of mental health and wants you to meet your goals. Ed a member of the LGBTQ community and assures that all folx, no matter their gender, sexuality, or life status, is equally respected.
Dr. Walker provides compassionate, individualized, team-based Psychiatric care that addresses your unique needs as a patient. Treatments offered include medication management and psychotherapy. Dr. Walker coordinates closely with other members of your treatment team to provide the best care possible. Dr. Walker spends the time necessary to get to know you as an individual and to thoroughly address your concerns. She is licensed to practice in Maryland and Virginia.
Dr. Walker provides compassionate, individualized, team-based Psychiatric care that addresses your unique needs as a patient. Treatments offered include medication management and psychotherapy. Dr. Walker coordinates closely with other members of your treatment team to provide the best care possible. Dr. Walker spends the time necessary to get to know you as an individual and to thoroughly address your concerns. She is licensed to practice in Maryland and Virginia.
Valmy Fotendong
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-BC, PMNHP
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in nursing, I bring a dynamic approach to mental health care. My experience and interpersonal skills enable me to connect with patients from all walks of life, providing compassionate, confidential, and effective treatment.
As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in nursing, I bring a dynamic approach to mental health care. My experience and interpersonal skills enable me to connect with patients from all walks of life, providing compassionate, confidential, and effective treatment.
Ciara M Smith
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Not accepting new clients
I provide treatment for a variety of mental health concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar and more for children, adolescents, and adults.
The choice to seek mental health services can be challenging. I recognize that everyone may experience normal and unexpected highs and lows of life. No matter what stage you are at, I am committed to meeting you on the pathway to wellness. Listening to understand is a primary principle that I follow to give you the most individualized and collaborative experience. Additional time is given to ensure your needs and goals are thoroughly communicated before making clinically appropriate treatment recommendations. I specialize in taking a holistic approach with medication management.
I provide treatment for a variety of mental health concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar and more for children, adolescents, and adults.
The choice to seek mental health services can be challenging. I recognize that everyone may experience normal and unexpected highs and lows of life. No matter what stage you are at, I am committed to meeting you on the pathway to wellness. Listening to understand is a primary principle that I follow to give you the most individualized and collaborative experience. Additional time is given to ensure your needs and goals are thoroughly communicated before making clinically appropriate treatment recommendations. I specialize in taking a holistic approach with medication management.
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Christine Kalu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
I treat an array of conditions, however, my specializations include child and adolescent psychiatry, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
My name is Christine Kalu, PMHNP, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering medication management to children, teens, and adults.
I treat an array of conditions, however, my specializations include child and adolescent psychiatry, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
My name is Christine Kalu, PMHNP, and I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering medication management to children, teens, and adults.
My practice approach involves the integration of psychotherapy, mindfulness interventions, exercise, creative endeavors, as well as the thoughtful and judicious use of medications when clinically indicated in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults.
I pride myself on being a caring, compassionate, and highly skilled psychiatrist. I am committed to understanding each patient and his or her unique situation. Furthermore, I utilize the most contemporary treatments available in mental healthcare to effectively treat my patients and bring about positive change in their lives. My particular areas of expertise include working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am board certified in both child and adolescent psychiatry and general adult psychiatry. I have served as the medical director for psychiatric services at a number of the largest psychiatric centers in the nation.
My practice approach involves the integration of psychotherapy, mindfulness interventions, exercise, creative endeavors, as well as the thoughtful and judicious use of medications when clinically indicated in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults.
I pride myself on being a caring, compassionate, and highly skilled psychiatrist. I am committed to understanding each patient and his or her unique situation. Furthermore, I utilize the most contemporary treatments available in mental healthcare to effectively treat my patients and bring about positive change in their lives. My particular areas of expertise include working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am board certified in both child and adolescent psychiatry and general adult psychiatry. I have served as the medical director for psychiatric services at a number of the largest psychiatric centers in the nation.
Thanks for taking the time to learn about me and Washington Interventional Psychiatry (WIP), which my partner, Navin Reddy, MD and I co-founded in early 2018. I am fellowship trained in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. My primary interest/expertise is in treating condition that do not response adequately to oral psychotropic medication. Our fastest acting, safest, and most effective treatments include ketamine infusion therapy and accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (aTMS). We have 9 prescribers in practice that manage oral medications for patients. None of us offer psychotherapy.
Thanks for taking the time to learn about me and Washington Interventional Psychiatry (WIP), which my partner, Navin Reddy, MD and I co-founded in early 2018. I am fellowship trained in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. My primary interest/expertise is in treating condition that do not response adequately to oral psychotropic medication. Our fastest acting, safest, and most effective treatments include ketamine infusion therapy and accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (aTMS). We have 9 prescribers in practice that manage oral medications for patients. None of us offer psychotherapy.
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Child Psychiatrists
Child psychiatrists in Gaithersburg use their medical experience to diagnose and treat disorders of thinking and feeling, as well as behavior affecting children and their families.
A child can see a psychiatrist for a range of issues from depression and anxiety, to eating disorders and trauma. The psychiatrist will look for the best treatment for a child and their family, and can help the child effectively resolve issues and cope with life’s stresses. Treatment may involve medication, which a child psychiatrist can offer to can help correct chemical imbalances in the brain, control moods, and change negative and destructive behaviors.
A child can see a psychiatrist for a range of issues from depression and anxiety, to eating disorders and trauma. The psychiatrist will look for the best treatment for a child and their family, and can help the child effectively resolve issues and cope with life’s stresses. Treatment may involve medication, which a child psychiatrist can offer to can help correct chemical imbalances in the brain, control moods, and change negative and destructive behaviors.