Anxiety Psychiatrists in 20815
Dr. Michael Dickson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (Online Only)
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I have 8+ years of experience in mental health. I help my clients navigate emotional and psychological challenges by providing high-quality evidence-based care. My expertise spans multiple treatment areas, including depression, anxiety, other mood disorders and ADHD. My practice is dedicated to fostering a nurturing safe space for clients to share their stories, seek guidance, and ultimately, work towards a brighter future.
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I have 8+ years of experience in mental health. I help my clients navigate emotional and psychological challenges by providing high-quality evidence-based care. My expertise spans multiple treatment areas, including depression, anxiety, other mood disorders and ADHD. My practice is dedicated to fostering a nurturing safe space for clients to share their stories, seek guidance, and ultimately, work towards a brighter future.
I am a Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, and transitions in life. I also have extensive experience with a variety of other mental health issues. Therapy, I believe, is a collaborative exploration of important aspects of one's present and past, in order to develop alternative coping mechanisms and strategies for growth, to relieve suffering, to foster healthy relationships, and to attain one's personal goals. I have had much success in helping patients along a path to better mental health and functioning.
I am a Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, and transitions in life. I also have extensive experience with a variety of other mental health issues. Therapy, I believe, is a collaborative exploration of important aspects of one's present and past, in order to develop alternative coping mechanisms and strategies for growth, to relieve suffering, to foster healthy relationships, and to attain one's personal goals. I have had much success in helping patients along a path to better mental health and functioning.
"No man is an island...", John Donne wrote. No woman, either. From birth, we depend upon relationships to give life meaning. But life sometimes leaves us feeling alone with our troubles. We may feel misunderstood, sad, worried, scared or angry. We may struggle with our direction, fall short of our hopes, suffer a loss. Yet our social connections are at the core of our humanity. That is why I believe talking can help to relieve suffering and create new directions. I strive to help by listening carefully and reflecting with you to better understand obstacles to a more fulfilling life.
"No man is an island...", John Donne wrote. No woman, either. From birth, we depend upon relationships to give life meaning. But life sometimes leaves us feeling alone with our troubles. We may feel misunderstood, sad, worried, scared or angry. We may struggle with our direction, fall short of our hopes, suffer a loss. Yet our social connections are at the core of our humanity. That is why I believe talking can help to relieve suffering and create new directions. I strive to help by listening carefully and reflecting with you to better understand obstacles to a more fulfilling life.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner experienced in the nuanced treatment of ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mood and psychotic disorders.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner experienced in the nuanced treatment of ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mood and psychotic disorders.
I am double Board certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine and specialize in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD and addictions. I completed my training at the University of Pennsylvania and have special interest in neuropsychopharmacology and psychotherapy. My overall goal is to alleviate your symptoms and increase your quality of life.
I am double Board certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine and specialize in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD and addictions. I completed my training at the University of Pennsylvania and have special interest in neuropsychopharmacology and psychotherapy. My overall goal is to alleviate your symptoms and increase your quality of life.
Gift of Dreams Wellness and Consulting, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MDiv, MPH, MSN
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Bates's psychiatric specialty areas of interest include a wide range of anxiety and depressive disorders, abuse, addiction, trauma, and women's issues such as infertility, pregnancy and postpartum mental health care, and medication management.
At The Gift of Dreams, you will have your specific needs met in a way that is collaborative, comfortable, and conscientious. Dr. Mekeshia Bates will work with you and for you to ensure that you are meeting your individual therapeutic goals and becoming the person you have always been capable of being. In unison, you and Dr. Bates will work to remove negative behavioral and thought patterns that give rise to problems in your life, helping you to become a happier, more fulfilled person. She will always help you to make your dreams your reality!
Bates's psychiatric specialty areas of interest include a wide range of anxiety and depressive disorders, abuse, addiction, trauma, and women's issues such as infertility, pregnancy and postpartum mental health care, and medication management.
At The Gift of Dreams, you will have your specific needs met in a way that is collaborative, comfortable, and conscientious. Dr. Mekeshia Bates will work with you and for you to ensure that you are meeting your individual therapeutic goals and becoming the person you have always been capable of being. In unison, you and Dr. Bates will work to remove negative behavioral and thought patterns that give rise to problems in your life, helping you to become a happier, more fulfilled person. She will always help you to make your dreams your reality!
My training was completed at Brown University with a sub-specialty focus in treating neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, as well as expertise in anxiety, OCD, depression, and mood disorders.
I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services via telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe it reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
My training was completed at Brown University with a sub-specialty focus in treating neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, as well as expertise in anxiety, OCD, depression, and mood disorders.
I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services via telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe it reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
I specialize in high functioning depression, anxiety, and professional burnout.
Accepting NEW patients! Are you a professional, high achieving woman of color longing for more balance, peace, and joy? Are life's stressors, as well as the cost of your successes and achievements taking a toll? Are you experiencing professional burnout? Are others so accustomed to your being the "strong one" that they often don’t recognize when you need support? If so, WELCOME, I am Dr. Hypolite, a double board certified, Johns Hopkins trained, Black woman psychiatrist with over 20 YEARS of experience. I provide culturally sensitive care and can partner with you along your journey to optimal health and wellness!
I specialize in high functioning depression, anxiety, and professional burnout.
Accepting NEW patients! Are you a professional, high achieving woman of color longing for more balance, peace, and joy? Are life's stressors, as well as the cost of your successes and achievements taking a toll? Are you experiencing professional burnout? Are others so accustomed to your being the "strong one" that they often don’t recognize when you need support? If so, WELCOME, I am Dr. Hypolite, a double board certified, Johns Hopkins trained, Black woman psychiatrist with over 20 YEARS of experience. I provide culturally sensitive care and can partner with you along your journey to optimal health and wellness!
Hi and welcome to my practice! My name is Dr. Shehram Majid and I founded the Center for Integrative Psychiatry so that I could have an avenue to provide the type of care that I feel my patients have benefited the most from. I work with patients struggling with general anxiety, depression, grief, family and relationship issues, college/early adulthood struggles, and career changes. I have also worked extensively with patients that struggle with the aftermath of growing up in dysfunctional family systems, children of emotionally unavailable parents, and victims of domestic abuse.
Hi and welcome to my practice! My name is Dr. Shehram Majid and I founded the Center for Integrative Psychiatry so that I could have an avenue to provide the type of care that I feel my patients have benefited the most from. I work with patients struggling with general anxiety, depression, grief, family and relationship issues, college/early adulthood struggles, and career changes. I have also worked extensively with patients that struggle with the aftermath of growing up in dysfunctional family systems, children of emotionally unavailable parents, and victims of domestic abuse.
Overwhelmed? Frustrated with people in your life? Trouble at school, work or home? Change can happen. I see adolescents, adults and couples. I'm direct, open, collaborative. My style is eclectic, practical and problem-solving. I prescribe anti- anxiety and anti-depressant medications when indicated. Psychotherapy is a two-way street. It begins with a consultation, when together we clarify what's troubling you. During that first encounter, we road-test our compatibility as communicators and collaborators. In psycho-therapy, "one size" does not fit all. You should meet more than one clinician before deciding whom to work with.
Overwhelmed? Frustrated with people in your life? Trouble at school, work or home? Change can happen. I see adolescents, adults and couples. I'm direct, open, collaborative. My style is eclectic, practical and problem-solving. I prescribe anti- anxiety and anti-depressant medications when indicated. Psychotherapy is a two-way street. It begins with a consultation, when together we clarify what's troubling you. During that first encounter, we road-test our compatibility as communicators and collaborators. In psycho-therapy, "one size" does not fit all. You should meet more than one clinician before deciding whom to work with.
To develop stuttering a person must possess a genetically derived physiological vulnerability in the speech mechanism and the, often unconscious anxiety about verbalizing certain thoughts and feelings.
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst providing individual psychotherapy, play therapy, couples therapy, pharmacotherapy and psychoanalysis to patients for the following presenting symptoms: anxiety, depression, poor school performance, stuttering, lack of motivation, and finding oneself in relationships with people who are devaluating and/or abusive. My interpersonal focus is to help each patient become aware of what he or she consciously or unconsciously does that prevents the patient from developing developmentally enhancing relationships with significant others.
To develop stuttering a person must possess a genetically derived physiological vulnerability in the speech mechanism and the, often unconscious anxiety about verbalizing certain thoughts and feelings.
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst providing individual psychotherapy, play therapy, couples therapy, pharmacotherapy and psychoanalysis to patients for the following presenting symptoms: anxiety, depression, poor school performance, stuttering, lack of motivation, and finding oneself in relationships with people who are devaluating and/or abusive. My interpersonal focus is to help each patient become aware of what he or she consciously or unconsciously does that prevents the patient from developing developmentally enhancing relationships with significant others.
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You may be feeling anxious, depressed, fearful, angry, uncomfortable in social situations, or experiencing other emotional difficulties. Perhaps someone you care about is having problems. Although psychological issues can cause upsetting thoughts and feelings, physiology (body and brain) may also play a role. An evaluation with a holistic-focused psychiatrist can help you make sense of things and find treatments that work. As a Board Certified psychiatrist for 25+ years, I have specialized training and experience in recognizing and treating emotional and medical issues. My therapeutic style is active, collaborative, and solution focused.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, fearful, angry, uncomfortable in social situations, or experiencing other emotional difficulties. Perhaps someone you care about is having problems. Although psychological issues can cause upsetting thoughts and feelings, physiology (body and brain) may also play a role. An evaluation with a holistic-focused psychiatrist can help you make sense of things and find treatments that work. As a Board Certified psychiatrist for 25+ years, I have specialized training and experience in recognizing and treating emotional and medical issues. My therapeutic style is active, collaborative, and solution focused.
Doesn't take insurance/disability,out of pocket only Doesn't write scripts for controlled substances/benzos/xanax/klonopin/ativan FOCUS-Depression, Anxiety,PsychConsult,Bipolar,OCD,CBT,Behavioral Therapy,Marriage/Grief Counseling,PsychMedReview.
My name is Dr. Alok Rawat. I am a board-certified psychiatrist with a focus on helping people with anxiety, depression, and mood/bipolar disorders, serving the Bethesda/Chevy Chase/Kensington, Maryland area as well as the Ellicott City/Columbia, Maryland area. I specialize in life-coaching and helping you find a better balance in your life, especially for busy professionals who want a goal-oriented approach to psychiatry. My interventions are evidence-based and time limited. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as life-coaching and motivational techniques, I also provide medication management where indicated.
Doesn't take insurance/disability,out of pocket only Doesn't write scripts for controlled substances/benzos/xanax/klonopin/ativan FOCUS-Depression, Anxiety,PsychConsult,Bipolar,OCD,CBT,Behavioral Therapy,Marriage/Grief Counseling,PsychMedReview.
My name is Dr. Alok Rawat. I am a board-certified psychiatrist with a focus on helping people with anxiety, depression, and mood/bipolar disorders, serving the Bethesda/Chevy Chase/Kensington, Maryland area as well as the Ellicott City/Columbia, Maryland area. I specialize in life-coaching and helping you find a better balance in your life, especially for busy professionals who want a goal-oriented approach to psychiatry. My interventions are evidence-based and time limited. I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as life-coaching and motivational techniques, I also provide medication management where indicated.
Gerald P Perman, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of adults and college students who are experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, alcohol and substance abuse, bipolar disorder, adult ADD, sexual problems, interpersonal, academic and occupational difficulties among other problems.
I have been in the private practice of psychodynamic psychiatry for over three decades. I provide psychotherapy and prescribe medication when indicated as an adjunct to your psychotherapy. I offer a safe, warm and trusting environment in which you can discuss your deepest concerns and you can feel that you are being listened to and truly heard. Together we would work to understand the conflictual issues that are contributing to your difficulties and that are preventing you from achieving your goals in your interpersonal, occupational and academic life. I can treat patients in DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, and CA.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and college students who are experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, alcohol and substance abuse, bipolar disorder, adult ADD, sexual problems, interpersonal, academic and occupational difficulties among other problems.
I have been in the private practice of psychodynamic psychiatry for over three decades. I provide psychotherapy and prescribe medication when indicated as an adjunct to your psychotherapy. I offer a safe, warm and trusting environment in which you can discuss your deepest concerns and you can feel that you are being listened to and truly heard. Together we would work to understand the conflictual issues that are contributing to your difficulties and that are preventing you from achieving your goals in your interpersonal, occupational and academic life. I can treat patients in DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, and CA.
Global Psychiatric and Psychotherapy services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNPcPMH
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20815
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.
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.
Maggie Smith
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20815 (Online Only)
I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore problems and concerns related to anxiety, depression, and trauma PTSD various other Mental Health issues including bipolar disorders, & coping.
Welcome! I'm Maggie Smith. I am a Dual Certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric Mental Health & Family Medicine. I have 16 years experience as a Nurse, & 9 years as a Nurse Practitioner. I am excited to help you with any steps and goals you have for your mental health.
I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore problems and concerns related to anxiety, depression, and trauma PTSD various other Mental Health issues including bipolar disorders, & coping.
Welcome! I'm Maggie Smith. I am a Dual Certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric Mental Health & Family Medicine. I have 16 years experience as a Nurse, & 9 years as a Nurse Practitioner. I am excited to help you with any steps and goals you have for your mental health.
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.
Sara Shiffman
Psychiatric Nurse, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20815 (Online Only)
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar illness, women's mental health, and addiction. I am licensed in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. I work collaboratively with individuals and their families, and other mental health and medical providers. My goal is to help you customize a plan that enables you to find lasting change. This plan may involve medication, therapy, or a combination of both.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar illness, women's mental health, and addiction. I am licensed in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. I work collaboratively with individuals and their families, and other mental health and medical providers. My goal is to help you customize a plan that enables you to find lasting change. This plan may involve medication, therapy, or a combination of both.
****TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE***** In life, we all experiences times of emotional pain. Sometimes, this leads to experiences of depression, anxiety, and other symptoms that may impact your relationships, work, and overall well-being. I work collaboratively with each patient to help relieve unnecessary suffering. Medications can be an important component of treatment. I work with each patient to carefully consider the best options as part of a holistic treatment plan. My areas of clinical focus include treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and childhood onset ADHD.
****TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE***** In life, we all experiences times of emotional pain. Sometimes, this leads to experiences of depression, anxiety, and other symptoms that may impact your relationships, work, and overall well-being. I work collaboratively with each patient to help relieve unnecessary suffering. Medications can be an important component of treatment. I work with each patient to carefully consider the best options as part of a holistic treatment plan. My areas of clinical focus include treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and childhood onset ADHD.
I do virtual consultations for children and adults with difficult-to-treat mood and anxiety disorders, especially unipolar depression and bipolar disorder. After reviewing your history, current and past medications, I will make a series of suggestions along with back up options in case the first things do not work out well enough for you. I will send this in a detailed email back to you so you can share it with and put it into action with your treating physician.
I do virtual consultations for children and adults with difficult-to-treat mood and anxiety disorders, especially unipolar depression and bipolar disorder. After reviewing your history, current and past medications, I will make a series of suggestions along with back up options in case the first things do not work out well enough for you. I will send this in a detailed email back to you so you can share it with and put it into action with your treating physician.
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Anxiety Psychiatrists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.