Psychiatrists in Chevy Chase, MD
Hello, I'm Sonia! I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner. My time spent helping people deal with dependency and mental health issues has made me passionate about guiding those with addictions through recovery and into a more stable life. As addiction and mental health are most often related, treating them together is an approach that I have found is an effective path to emotional well-being. Being dual board-certified in Psychiatry and Adult/Geriatrics along with many years treating the incarcerated has shown me the effectiveness of my safe and non-judgmental approach.
Hello, I'm Sonia! I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner. My time spent helping people deal with dependency and mental health issues has made me passionate about guiding those with addictions through recovery and into a more stable life. As addiction and mental health are most often related, treating them together is an approach that I have found is an effective path to emotional well-being. Being dual board-certified in Psychiatry and Adult/Geriatrics along with many years treating the incarcerated has shown me the effectiveness of my safe and non-judgmental approach.
I am seeing patients in my North Bethesda 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 North Bethesda 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.
Many of the people I work with are balancing work, parenting, relationships, caregiving, or the constant pressure of trying to keep up with daily life while privately struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, burnout, perfectionism, or emotional overwhelm. I provide a supportive, practical, and personalized approach that helps patients better understand themselves and feel more capable in everyday life.
Many of the people I work with are balancing work, parenting, relationships, caregiving, or the constant pressure of trying to keep up with daily life while privately struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, burnout, perfectionism, or emotional overwhelm. I provide a supportive, practical, and personalized approach that helps patients better understand themselves and feel more capable in everyday life.
Multiple same week openings. You’re not just looking for a prescription—you’re looking for someone who truly gets what you’re going through. Commercial and Medicaid patients, whether you're battling Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, or ADHD you deserve care that treats you as a whole person—not just your symptoms
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience, I work with adults and children who are ready for compassionate, evidence-based support. My integrative, holistic approach considers your mental health, physical health, and lifestyle.
Multiple same week openings. You’re not just looking for a prescription—you’re looking for someone who truly gets what you’re going through. Commercial and Medicaid patients, whether you're battling Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, or ADHD you deserve care that treats you as a whole person—not just your symptoms
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience, I work with adults and children who are ready for compassionate, evidence-based support. My integrative, holistic approach considers your mental health, physical health, and lifestyle.
Hi, my name is Irene Franck, I am an integrative nurse practitioner and the owner of Synergy Therapy. As an integrative provider, I not only offer medication management and psychotherapy, but I treat patients in a holistic manner, whether with lifestyle changes, nutrition coaching, supplements, and mindfulness techniques. I treat people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Medications are not the only solution to address your symptoms. I will listen to you, and I will make you seen and heard. I offer a 15 minutes complimentary call to see if we are a good fit.
Hi, my name is Irene Franck, I am an integrative nurse practitioner and the owner of Synergy Therapy. As an integrative provider, I not only offer medication management and psychotherapy, but I treat patients in a holistic manner, whether with lifestyle changes, nutrition coaching, supplements, and mindfulness techniques. I treat people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Medications are not the only solution to address your symptoms. I will listen to you, and I will make you seen and heard. I offer a 15 minutes complimentary call to see if we are a good fit.
I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I perform psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, ongoing medication, and psychotherapeutic management of mental health patients. My goal is to work with individuals experiencing mental health challenges to relieve their symptoms, improve their quality of life, and aid optimal functioning through counseling, psychotherapy, and medication. I advocate active patient/family involvement in their care.
I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I perform psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, ongoing medication, and psychotherapeutic management of mental health patients. My goal is to work with individuals experiencing mental health challenges to relieve their symptoms, improve their quality of life, and aid optimal functioning through counseling, psychotherapy, and medication. I advocate active patient/family involvement in their care.
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.
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.
Taking the first step toward mental health care can feel intimidating. I honor the courage it takes to reach out and am committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you and your child feel seen, heard, and understood.
I provide comprehensive evaluations, evidence-based treatment, and medication management tailored to each person’s needs. I specialize in pediatric and adolescent psychiatry, helping young patients develop coping strategies, emotional resilience, and healthy patterns of behavior, while also supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, and other mental healt
Taking the first step toward mental health care can feel intimidating. I honor the courage it takes to reach out and am committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you and your child feel seen, heard, and understood.
I provide comprehensive evaluations, evidence-based treatment, and medication management tailored to each person’s needs. I specialize in pediatric and adolescent psychiatry, helping young patients develop coping strategies, emotional resilience, and healthy patterns of behavior, while also supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, and other mental healt
Hawa Fofanah is a Board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). Her health career started in cardiac step-down care. She worked inpatient settings as a registered nurse caring for people with varying medical challenges. She later became a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and practiced for many years in family medicine, before eventually transitioning to Psychiatric mental health. Her passion for mental health grew out of the growing need for mental health providers. In primary care she got to witness how challenging it was for some of her patients to get even an initial psychiatric evaluation.
Hawa Fofanah is a Board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). Her health career started in cardiac step-down care. She worked inpatient settings as a registered nurse caring for people with varying medical challenges. She later became a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and practiced for many years in family medicine, before eventually transitioning to Psychiatric mental health. Her passion for mental health grew out of the growing need for mental health providers. In primary care she got to witness how challenging it was for some of her patients to get even an initial psychiatric evaluation.
Multiple same week openings available. You’re not just looking for a prescription—you’re looking for someone who truly gets what you’re going through. Medicaid and Commercial patients, whether you're battling Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, or ADHD you deserve care that treats you as a whole person—not just your symptoms
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience, I work with adults and children who are ready for compassionate, evidence-based support. My integrative, holistic approach considers your mental health, physical health, and lifestyle.
Multiple same week openings available. You’re not just looking for a prescription—you’re looking for someone who truly gets what you’re going through. Medicaid and Commercial patients, whether you're battling Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, or ADHD you deserve care that treats you as a whole person—not just your symptoms
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience, I work with adults and children who are ready for compassionate, evidence-based support. My integrative, holistic approach considers your mental health, physical health, and lifestyle.
Dr. Baum has a general adolescent and adult psychotherapy and medication management practice. I treat the “whole” patient, and have visits of sufficient length to know my patients thoroughly. I also focus attention on any ongoing medical problems. I encourage and incorporate exercise into treatment. I aspire to create an atmosphere that feels natural; if a patient prefers, we might have a walking session. When not practicing remotely, I have a therapy dog in my office. We can schedule a consultation to ascertain what your needs are, to establish a treatment plan, and to see whether I am a good fit for your ongoing treatment.
Dr. Baum has a general adolescent and adult psychotherapy and medication management practice. I treat the “whole” patient, and have visits of sufficient length to know my patients thoroughly. I also focus attention on any ongoing medical problems. I encourage and incorporate exercise into treatment. I aspire to create an atmosphere that feels natural; if a patient prefers, we might have a walking session. When not practicing remotely, I have a therapy dog in my office. We can schedule a consultation to ascertain what your needs are, to establish a treatment plan, and to see whether I am a good fit for your ongoing treatment.
As a Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatric care, I bring a wealth of experience in mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment and psychotherapy. With my experience in managing mental health disorders, I am committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing a wide range of psychological conditions. My expertise includes the management of mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and other psychiatric conditions.
As a Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatric care, I bring a wealth of experience in mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment and psychotherapy. With my experience in managing mental health disorders, I am committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing a wide range of psychological conditions. My expertise includes the management of mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and other psychiatric conditions.
Are you high-functioning on the outside but feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck inside? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep holding it all together. At New Horizon Psychiatry, we help adults who are silently struggling while managing work, relationships, and daily life.
We offer accessible telehealth services across Virginia and Maryland, along with limited in-person availability in Fredericksburg, VA—so you can choose the type of care that works best for you. Whether you’re juggling a busy schedule or simply looking for support that fits into your life, we make it easier to prioritize your mental health.
Are you high-functioning on the outside but feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck inside? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep holding it all together. At New Horizon Psychiatry, we help adults who are silently struggling while managing work, relationships, and daily life.
We offer accessible telehealth services across Virginia and Maryland, along with limited in-person availability in Fredericksburg, VA—so you can choose the type of care that works best for you. Whether you’re juggling a busy schedule or simply looking for support that fits into your life, we make it easier to prioritize your mental health.
My approach is integrative, which means that treatment with medications may be combined with non-medication options, such as mindfulness-based interventions, life-style optimization, and nutritional supplementation. Together, we will develop an individualized well-being plan, which will incorporate your unique goals, and importantly, your perspective on health. My role is to offer these treatment options to you, and guide you as you make the decisions about which of these is aligned with your goals. All treatment options are evidence-informed, based on the medical and scientific literature.
My approach is integrative, which means that treatment with medications may be combined with non-medication options, such as mindfulness-based interventions, life-style optimization, and nutritional supplementation. Together, we will develop an individualized well-being plan, which will incorporate your unique goals, and importantly, your perspective on health. My role is to offer these treatment options to you, and guide you as you make the decisions about which of these is aligned with your goals. All treatment options are evidence-informed, based on the medical and scientific literature.
I often treat young adults and professionals with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and technological addictions, though I have experience treating adults of all ages and backgrounds for a broad spectrum of psychiatric complaints, including severe mental illness. An ideal patient for me is one who is curious about learning more about themselves and wants to collaborate with me on finding the steps necessary for better mental health. Together we will use a combination of approaches to make meaningful and lasting change.
I often treat young adults and professionals with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and technological addictions, though I have experience treating adults of all ages and backgrounds for a broad spectrum of psychiatric complaints, including severe mental illness. An ideal patient for me is one who is curious about learning more about themselves and wants to collaborate with me on finding the steps necessary for better mental health. Together we will use a combination of approaches to make meaningful and lasting change.
I am accepting new patients (age 14+) in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. (most ins. plans accepted), daytime and evening hours are available. Concerns addressed include depression, anxiety, trauma or PTSD, anger, irritability, OCD, alcohol and substance use disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, personality disorders, and other cognitive concerns such as dementia. I also provide medical treatment for weight loss when indicated. I specialize in caring for women planning pregnancy, during, or during breastfeeding. I welcome patients from the veteran and the LGBTQ+ community. I do comprehensive ADHD evaluation and treatment.
I am accepting new patients (age 14+) in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. (most ins. plans accepted), daytime and evening hours are available. Concerns addressed include depression, anxiety, trauma or PTSD, anger, irritability, OCD, alcohol and substance use disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, personality disorders, and other cognitive concerns such as dementia. I also provide medical treatment for weight loss when indicated. I specialize in caring for women planning pregnancy, during, or during breastfeeding. I welcome patients from the veteran and the LGBTQ+ community. I do comprehensive ADHD evaluation and treatment.
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 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 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.
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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Number of Psychiatrists in Chevy Chase, MD
60+
Average cost per session
$250
Psychiatrists in Chevy Chase, MD who prioritize treating:
| 97% | Depression |
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 82% | ADHD |
| 78% | Bipolar Disorder |
| 75% | Medication Management |
| 67% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
18 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 84% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 80% | Aetna |
| 80% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Psychiatrists in Chevy Chase, MD see their clients
| 73% | In Person and Online | |
| 27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 53% | Female | |
| 47% | Male |