Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists in Hanover, MD
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Dr. Blanche Kattie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076
Accepting new patient. Welcome. I'm Blanche Kattie, a compassionate psychiatrist committed to guiding individuals on their path to mental well-being and fulfillment. With specialized expertise in depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD, I offer a comprehensive range of services including medication management and psychotherapy.By integrating medication management with psychotherapy, I aim to not only alleviate symptoms but also address the underlying factors contributing to your mental health concerns.
Accepting new patient. Welcome. I'm Blanche Kattie, a compassionate psychiatrist committed to guiding individuals on their path to mental well-being and fulfillment. With specialized expertise in depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD, I offer a comprehensive range of services including medication management and psychotherapy.By integrating medication management with psychotherapy, I aim to not only alleviate symptoms but also address the underlying factors contributing to your mental health concerns.
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Valor Health, Inc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076 (Online Only)
We care for patients with various psychiatric disorders including Depression, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Substance and Alcohol Disorders.
At Valor Health, individualized client centered care is our top priority. We often feel alone, inadequate and challenged to be fully authentic with those we love. However, you do not need to suffer alone. Allow us at Valor Health help you. Your mental health needs will be addressed in a timely manner to get optimal results. We promote the healthy mental development of children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and families. We prioritize the things in your life that matter to you. We are accepting new patients!!! We offer telepsychiatry, which allows you to see a provider from home.
We care for patients with various psychiatric disorders including Depression, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Substance and Alcohol Disorders.
At Valor Health, individualized client centered care is our top priority. We often feel alone, inadequate and challenged to be fully authentic with those we love. However, you do not need to suffer alone. Allow us at Valor Health help you. Your mental health needs will be addressed in a timely manner to get optimal results. We promote the healthy mental development of children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and families. We prioritize the things in your life that matter to you. We are accepting new patients!!! We offer telepsychiatry, which allows you to see a provider from home.
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Adanna Ikwuegbu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients and serving Maryland residents. Together, let's embark on a journey of hope and healing to achieve your mental health goals and thrive. My specialty lies in delivering personalized mental health care that meets your unique needs.I provide a full spectrum of services, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy. My focus areas encompass depression, bipolar, and more. By blending evidence-based practices with compassionate support, my goal is to empower you to regain emotional control, enhance overall well-being, and cultivate effective coping strategies for a balanced fulfilling life.
Accepting new patients and serving Maryland residents. Together, let's embark on a journey of hope and healing to achieve your mental health goals and thrive. My specialty lies in delivering personalized mental health care that meets your unique needs.I provide a full spectrum of services, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy. My focus areas encompass depression, bipolar, and more. By blending evidence-based practices with compassionate support, my goal is to empower you to regain emotional control, enhance overall well-being, and cultivate effective coping strategies for a balanced fulfilling life.
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Accepting new patients. Hello, I'm Eric Barr, a mental health provider dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care with a focus on empowerment and healing. With expertise in depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD and more. I offer a holistic approach that encompasses medication management and psychotherapy. Through a combination of medication management and psychotherapy, I strive to address the underlying factors contributing to mental health concerns and empower my clients to achieve lasting positive change.
Accepting new patients. Hello, I'm Eric Barr, a mental health provider dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care with a focus on empowerment and healing. With expertise in depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD and more. I offer a holistic approach that encompasses medication management and psychotherapy. Through a combination of medication management and psychotherapy, I strive to address the underlying factors contributing to mental health concerns and empower my clients to achieve lasting positive change.
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Arise Health Clinic
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
Accepting new patients. Hello, I'm Dr. Blanche Kattie, a mental health provider dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care with a focus on empowerment and healing. With expertise in depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD, I offer a holistic approach that encompasses medication management and psychotherapy. Through a combination of medication management and psychotherapy, I strive to address the underlying factors contributing to mental health concerns and empower my clients to achieve lasting positive change.
Accepting new patients. Hello, I'm Dr. Blanche Kattie, a mental health provider dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care with a focus on empowerment and healing. With expertise in depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD, I offer a holistic approach that encompasses medication management and psychotherapy. Through a combination of medication management and psychotherapy, I strive to address the underlying factors contributing to mental health concerns and empower my clients to achieve lasting positive change.
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Accepting New Clients. Kasheria West is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who uses various treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, and medication management. Her specialty is devoted to diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders. Through comprehensive assessment, personalized treatment planning, and ongoing support, she strive to empower her patients to thrive in all aspects of their lives. She aspire to be a trusted partner in her patients mental health journey, offering hope, guidance, and advocacy every step of the way.
Accepting New Clients. Kasheria West is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who uses various treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, and medication management. Her specialty is devoted to diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders. Through comprehensive assessment, personalized treatment planning, and ongoing support, she strive to empower her patients to thrive in all aspects of their lives. She aspire to be a trusted partner in her patients mental health journey, offering hope, guidance, and advocacy every step of the way.
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Riechi Health Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC, RN, BSN
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
At Riechi Health Services LLC, our approach is driven by the fact that mental wellness is a personal journey. With degrees from Bowie State and Walden Universities, and DNP in view, I, Chioma Okechukwu is a compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner that desires to assist you on this journey. Struggling to connect with people of little common interest? The burden of making others priority is eating you up? Under the pressure of living up to other people's expectation? Afraid you may relapse? These and more can get you stuck at a crossroad. I'm non-judgmental, patient, have a listening ear, and knows you are unique.
At Riechi Health Services LLC, our approach is driven by the fact that mental wellness is a personal journey. With degrees from Bowie State and Walden Universities, and DNP in view, I, Chioma Okechukwu is a compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner that desires to assist you on this journey. Struggling to connect with people of little common interest? The burden of making others priority is eating you up? Under the pressure of living up to other people's expectation? Afraid you may relapse? These and more can get you stuck at a crossroad. I'm non-judgmental, patient, have a listening ear, and knows you are unique.
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Stacy Mallare
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am Dr. Stacy Mallare, a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with expertise in medication management. On the first visit, we will discuss your expectations and goals for treatment and develop a care plan. My job is to provide education, guidance, advocacy and appropriate medications for your journey to wellness. I offer flexible hours including evenings and can accommodate short notice sessions as my schedule will allow.
Welcome! I am Dr. Stacy Mallare, a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with expertise in medication management. On the first visit, we will discuss your expectations and goals for treatment and develop a care plan. My job is to provide education, guidance, advocacy and appropriate medications for your journey to wellness. I offer flexible hours including evenings and can accommodate short notice sessions as my schedule will allow.
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Michelle McCarthy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN , MSN, PMHP
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
Michelle is passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
Michelle is passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
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I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
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Shannon Bucciarelli
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, B-C
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
My ideal client would understand that the journey to wellness and recovery requires time, effort, and patience. They would be receptive to treatment suggestions which may include psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, and medication options. My patients would take an active role in their care, and engage in open and honest communication with their provider.
My ideal client would understand that the journey to wellness and recovery requires time, effort, and patience. They would be receptive to treatment suggestions which may include psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, and medication options. My patients would take an active role in their care, and engage in open and honest communication with their provider.
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My ideal client is an adult who is struggling with adult ADHD & depression. You may feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks and you may experience a lack of motivation and energy that makes it challenging to engage in these tasks or daily activities. You might find it difficult to get out of bed or take care of basic tasks due to depressive symptoms.
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling with adult ADHD & depression. You may feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks and you may experience a lack of motivation and energy that makes it challenging to engage in these tasks or daily activities. You might find it difficult to get out of bed or take care of basic tasks due to depressive symptoms.
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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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I perform psychiatric evaluations and medication management for patients with and not limited to mood disorders, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, and other mental health issues.
Struggling with depression, anxiety, interpersonal struggles and any other mental health concerns you may be having, happy you found me ! I offer highly qualified and years of experience in the mental health field. I am deeply passionate and enthusiastic about helping my patients improve their mental health! I am fully dedicating in providing each of my patients with ongoing care, modifying their treatment plans as necessary, and providing you the utmost support. My experience include diagnosing mental illnesses, providing client-centered care, and evidence-based mental health and treatment.
I perform psychiatric evaluations and medication management for patients with and not limited to mood disorders, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, and other mental health issues.
Struggling with depression, anxiety, interpersonal struggles and any other mental health concerns you may be having, happy you found me ! I offer highly qualified and years of experience in the mental health field. I am deeply passionate and enthusiastic about helping my patients improve their mental health! I am fully dedicating in providing each of my patients with ongoing care, modifying their treatment plans as necessary, and providing you the utmost support. My experience include diagnosing mental illnesses, providing client-centered care, and evidence-based mental health and treatment.
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NewLife Health, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PHMNP
Verified Verified
Elkridge, MD 21075 (Online Only)
Have you been feeling down and sad lately and you don't know why? You find yourself tossing and turning at night and can't sleep? Are you often anxious? Are you seeking medications to help improve your mental health? I treat clients with various mental health issues including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder. (No controlled substances)
Have you been feeling down and sad lately and you don't know why? You find yourself tossing and turning at night and can't sleep? Are you often anxious? Are you seeking medications to help improve your mental health? I treat clients with various mental health issues including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder. (No controlled substances)
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Hi there! I’m Selam Tekie, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner, licensed in Maryland and Virginia. I am thrilled to welcome new patients, ages 6 and up, to my practice! My passion is providing wholehearted care to individuals struggling with mental health. I take a holistic approach, blending evidence based practice with empathy and understanding.
Hi there! I’m Selam Tekie, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse practitioner, licensed in Maryland and Virginia. I am thrilled to welcome new patients, ages 6 and up, to my practice! My passion is providing wholehearted care to individuals struggling with mental health. I take a holistic approach, blending evidence based practice with empathy and understanding.
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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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Dr. Ojimba is a board-certified psychiatrist in general adult and addiction psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). Dr. Ojimba understands that patients with mental illness and substance use problems are a vulnerable population who have struggled through the stigma of looking for help and must be heard and supported. He uses empathy and understanding in collaborating with patients and their families to achieve agreed treatment plans and goals. He specializes in treating individual of all ages, races, genders, sexual orientation, ethnicities for a wide range of mental health conditions and addiction
Dr. Ojimba is a board-certified psychiatrist in general adult and addiction psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). Dr. Ojimba understands that patients with mental illness and substance use problems are a vulnerable population who have struggled through the stigma of looking for help and must be heard and supported. He uses empathy and understanding in collaborating with patients and their families to achieve agreed treatment plans and goals. He specializes in treating individual of all ages, races, genders, sexual orientation, ethnicities for a wide range of mental health conditions and addiction
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Joy Odinammadu has been working in the field of psychiatry for over 27yrs. She received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science degrees from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Her training in Psychiatry Mental Health-Family focus allows her to serve diverse clientele from various age groups. Earlier in her nursing career, she worked in acute inpatient medical/surgical/PCU floors as well as long-term facilities.
Joy Odinammadu has been working in the field of psychiatry for over 27yrs. She received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science degrees from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Her training in Psychiatry Mental Health-Family focus allows her to serve diverse clientele from various age groups. Earlier in her nursing career, she worked in acute inpatient medical/surgical/PCU floors as well as long-term facilities.
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She was honored as a fellow in APA, reflecting her dedication and contribution to the field of psychiatry. She earned her PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Austin and completed a postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School in Boston. She served as chief resident during her psychiatry residency training at St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, DC, and as chief fellow during her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore.
She was honored as a fellow in APA, reflecting her dedication and contribution to the field of psychiatry. She earned her PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Austin and completed a postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School in Boston. She served as chief resident during her psychiatry residency training at St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, DC, and as chief fellow during her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore.
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Bipolar Disorder Psychiatrists
What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.
What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.
What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.
What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.