Trauma Focused Psychiatrists in Bethesda, MD

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.

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.

Harmony Bay Wellness is a psychiatry and therapy office that provides primary mental health treatment programs for psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and ADHD. We offer a clean, bright environment with a calming and positive tone. We offer programs and services for both therapy and psychiatry including individual therapy, group therapy, couples therapy, and medication management.

MINDFULNESS-BASED SOMATIC PSYCHOTHERAPY & INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS (I DO NOT PRESCRIBE OR MANAGE MEDICATIONS): "What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." [Ralph Waldo Emerson]. All that you seek already lies within you. It is my great pleasure to assist you in opening up to your wholeness. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, chronic illness, pain, feeling stuck, existential/spiritual issues or simply seeking what you have been missing or what calls you, I am here to help you find the freedom, peace, love and joy you desire.

I am a Cornell and Harvard educated psychiatrist with board certifications in both child/adolescent and adult psychiatry. I have also completed extended training in clinical neurology, which I find helpful in my approach with your care. I have experience working in a variety of settings (inpatient, outpatient, residential and school based) with very diverse patient populations. I've held faculty appointments at Harvard University, Albert Einstein Medical College and Georgetown University.

I received my Bachelors Degree from the University of Pennsylvania, where I majored in the Biological Basis of Behavior and competed on the Men's Varsity Swimming Team. After graduating and prior to medical school, I became a private high school science teacher. I completed my Psychiatry residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in NYC, where I was selected as Chief Resident. During that time, I also completed a Psychodynamic Fellowship at New York Psychoanalytic Society and Institute. I then completed a Clinical Research Fellowship at the National Institute of Mental Health with a focus on Depression and Anxiety.

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.

Would it be possible to be a family practitioner who has a kind bedside manner, is on a first-name basis with many patients and also, when needed, can make house calls? This is what I used to watch when I grew up, Marcus Welby, M.D. He left me an image of a doctor with humanity in his office as well as mature medical craftmanship. Managed care environment makes this type of practice difficult, but this is my goal to provide compassionate care, filling the gap in the healthcare system whether it is caused by stigma, culture, or finance.

I have a particular focus on trauma-related symptoms, which can include PTSD, dissociation, depression, and anxiety. I do not believe that medications are a magic bullet, but for many they are an important part of the road back to health. I am open to hearing your viewpoint and beliefs about what will make you healthy, and if you feel you need something that I cannot provide I will try to help you find it. In addition to working with the emotional/psychiatric consequences of trauma, I have experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and with individuals with chronic medical illnesses.

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.

I can help. I have been in practice 20 plus years maintaining family's health, with a focus on psychiatric care and psychotherapy. I participate in the following insurance plans: Atena, UHC, Oxford. I am awaiting BCBS, Tricare and Medicaide. . I provide super bills that may be submitted to the insurance companies. I specialize in Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar.

Dr. Christina Jacob graduated from the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt Psychiatry Residency Training Program. During her training, she focused on treating patients with a variety of mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, substance use, and schizophrenia. In addition, she completed a clinical training year as a dialectical behavioral therapist and continues to use these skills to provide individualized, effective treatment for each of her patients.

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.

We provide psychiatric medication as well as ketamine infusions to relieve anxiety, depression, and symptoms of PTSD. We offer psychotherapy that enhances your treatment, in a safe and comfortable environment. Anna Richards, CRNP, is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Registered Nurse Practitioner. She brings her 10+ years of experience treating trauma disorders, mood disorders, and substance abuse as well as extensive work in crisis stabilization. She provides general psychiatry as well as ketamine-assisted therapy through infusions at our Bethesda clinic.

Welcome! I'm an ABPN board certified psychiatrist trained at Columbia, Yale, and NIMH. I have extensive experience using scientifically proven methods to treat depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, trauma, women’s reproductive mental health, and sleep-related issues. Our feelings are determined by complex factors, let us spend time to understand your health, your life, and your challenges. Psychiatric medications should be used careful and gently. Let me help you with making an informed and safe decision.

Ideal client is someone who is looking for a partner in their ability to improve their mental health.

Hello, My name is Linda! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing at Walden University. Furthermore, I have about 7 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric mental health care.

You don't have to suffer alone anymore. We specialize in taking excellent care of women and children. Our focus is on the overall wellness of the person, not merely the individual symptoms or diagnoses. We listen to you and work with you to reach the life you deserve.

At Conquest health, our goal is using a holistic approach to improve the mental well-being of our patients. You are making an important step by seeking out help, we never want you to feel like you are alone because of mental health issues. We will be with you every step of the way, providing medication management, coaching , therapy if needed tailored specifically to your needs so you can have a better quality of life. We provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, medical marijuana certification.