"At times, we all experience periods of sadness, anxiety and other difficult emotions. Sometimes this can feel overwhelming and impact your relationships, professional & academic goals, and overall well-being. I work collaboratively with each client to understand the root of emotional challenges and not just symptom management. I provide psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. My experience and focus is based upon psychodynamic, mindfulness, and humanistic foundations. I tailor my approach to each client’s unique circumstances and needs. "
"At times, we all experience periods of sadness, anxiety and other difficult emotions. Sometimes this can feel overwhelming and impact your relationships, professional & academic goals, and overall well-being. I work collaboratively with each client to understand the root of emotional challenges and not just symptom management. I provide psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. My experience and focus is based upon psychodynamic, mindfulness, and humanistic foundations. I tailor my approach to each client’s unique circumstances and needs. "
"Sometimes life does not go as smoothly as we would hope. Sometimes we need a little help negotiating life's challenges, particularly when we experience feelings of sadness, isolation, anxiety, or discontent. As a practitioner of psychiatry in the Washington-Baltimore area for over ten years, I have learned to look at individuals as a whole and help them draw on their strengths to negotiate life's obstacles. Doing so allows me to determine their needs and provide the compassionate, quality treatment that people deserve. I offer psychotherapy and medication management services to adults."
"Sometimes life does not go as smoothly as we would hope. Sometimes we need a little help negotiating life's challenges, particularly when we experience feelings of sadness, isolation, anxiety, or discontent. As a practitioner of psychiatry in the Washington-Baltimore area for over ten years, I have learned to look at individuals as a whole and help them draw on their strengths to negotiate life's obstacles. Doing so allows me to determine their needs and provide the compassionate, quality treatment that people deserve. I offer psychotherapy and medication management services to adults."
"I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner and work with teenagers and adults who require medications to help with psychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD and other mood and anxiety-related conditions."
"I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner and work with teenagers and adults who require medications to help with psychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD and other mood and anxiety-related conditions."
"I'm a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, and work with teens and adults needing medications to treat psychiatric conditions, including: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD and other mood and anxiety-related conditions. I enjoy educating and collaborating with patients so they can be autonomous and informed participants in their treatment. My experience as a psychiatric nurse practitioner includes working with those who suffer dementia and medical illnesses in assisted living and nursing facilities, working with teens and adults with developmental disabilities and collaborating with primary care providers to offer integrated mental health care."
"I'm a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, and work with teens and adults needing medications to treat psychiatric conditions, including: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD and other mood and anxiety-related conditions. I enjoy educating and collaborating with patients so they can be autonomous and informed participants in their treatment. My experience as a psychiatric nurse practitioner includes working with those who suffer dementia and medical illnesses in assisted living and nursing facilities, working with teens and adults with developmental disabilities and collaborating with primary care providers to offer integrated mental health care."
"Are you suffering with substance abuse? Do you sometimes feel depressed or anxious? Do you need a reliable psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience? Are you in Columbia, MD or the surrounding areas? Dr. Irfan Saeed is now available and accepting insurance*. Conveniently located next to Columbia Mall with free on-site parking. We offer evening and weekend hours. Give us a call to schedule your appointment today. We can lead you to the road of recovery, happiness, and inner peace."
"Are you suffering with substance abuse? Do you sometimes feel depressed or anxious? Do you need a reliable psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience? Are you in Columbia, MD or the surrounding areas? Dr. Irfan Saeed is now available and accepting insurance*. Conveniently located next to Columbia Mall with free on-site parking. We offer evening and weekend hours. Give us a call to schedule your appointment today. We can lead you to the road of recovery, happiness, and inner peace."
"I am Board Certified in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. I have more than 20 years of experience treating ADHD, anxiety and mood issues. In working with youth, I strive to support the parents to draw on their innate strengths as experts in their children's functioning. Life brings transitions that may not play out neatly, but with collaboration, difficult times can become opportunities for growth. Medication may or may not play a role in treatment. Various treatment modalities will be explored."
"I am Board Certified in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. I have more than 20 years of experience treating ADHD, anxiety and mood issues. In working with youth, I strive to support the parents to draw on their innate strengths as experts in their children's functioning. Life brings transitions that may not play out neatly, but with collaboration, difficult times can become opportunities for growth. Medication may or may not play a role in treatment. Various treatment modalities will be explored."
"Solutions for Mindfulness remains committed to providing the latest treatment options and world class psychiatric services to Maryland residents. As a team our focus is on collaboration, and partnering with our patients to work with treatment plans that focus on our patients needs. we also discuss all options available to the patient even non- medication options. We realize that the clients we serve have a right to determine their best treatment options for themselves and their families."
"Solutions for Mindfulness remains committed to providing the latest treatment options and world class psychiatric services to Maryland residents. As a team our focus is on collaboration, and partnering with our patients to work with treatment plans that focus on our patients needs. we also discuss all options available to the patient even non- medication options. We realize that the clients we serve have a right to determine their best treatment options for themselves and their families."
"I am a licensed, certified Nurse Psychotherapist who has been in private practice for over twenty eight(28) years. I have a strong holistic orientation, and believe fully in the mind- body connection as it relates to health and wellness. Additionally I am Board certified in Integrative Medicine, and although I do not prescribe medication, I incorporate holistic nutritional protocols to assist with anxiety, depression, pain reduction and stress management."
"I am a licensed, certified Nurse Psychotherapist who has been in private practice for over twenty eight(28) years. I have a strong holistic orientation, and believe fully in the mind- body connection as it relates to health and wellness. Additionally I am Board certified in Integrative Medicine, and although I do not prescribe medication, I incorporate holistic nutritional protocols to assist with anxiety, depression, pain reduction and stress management."
"I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner as well as certified inpatient obstetric nurse who has a particular interest in women's mental health. I work with adults who require medications to help with psychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD and other mood and anxiety-related conditions. I believe patient autonomy, pattern recognition, self-care and compassion are integral components of a well-rounded approach to mental health and well-being."
"I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner as well as certified inpatient obstetric nurse who has a particular interest in women's mental health. I work with adults who require medications to help with psychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD and other mood and anxiety-related conditions. I believe patient autonomy, pattern recognition, self-care and compassion are integral components of a well-rounded approach to mental health and well-being."
"* Dr. Padder is a Triple boarded Psychiatrist - Diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Diplomat American Board of Addiction Medicine and added Certification in American Board of Clinical Psycho-Pharmacology. * He is expert in psychiatric medications-Psychopharmacology * He has received numerous awards and was included in the directory of America's Top Psychiatrists by consumer federation of America."
"* Dr. Padder is a Triple boarded Psychiatrist - Diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Diplomat American Board of Addiction Medicine and added Certification in American Board of Clinical Psycho-Pharmacology. * He is expert in psychiatric medications-Psychopharmacology * He has received numerous awards and was included in the directory of America's Top Psychiatrists by consumer federation of America."
"I am a board-certified psychiatrist with a strong interest in treating mood disorders, anxiety, and adult ADHD. I place great importance on the value of the relationship between the patient and provider. I strive to create a compassionate therapeutic environment in which you will feel comfortable discussing your symptoms and circumstances. Whenever possible, I choose medications with favorable side effect profiles. I also value a holistic treatment approach in which the multitude of other factors that may be contributing to the current symptoms, such as nutrition, sleep quality, activity level, interpersonal relationships, and stressors are considered. "
"I am a board-certified psychiatrist with a strong interest in treating mood disorders, anxiety, and adult ADHD. I place great importance on the value of the relationship between the patient and provider. I strive to create a compassionate therapeutic environment in which you will feel comfortable discussing your symptoms and circumstances. Whenever possible, I choose medications with favorable side effect profiles. I also value a holistic treatment approach in which the multitude of other factors that may be contributing to the current symptoms, such as nutrition, sleep quality, activity level, interpersonal relationships, and stressors are considered. "
"Samuel T. Goldberg, M.D., is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. He is on the faculties of the Baltimore-Washington Center for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis, and the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, where he has three times been named Teacher of the Year. Dr Goldberg was also honored with the Wendell Muncie Award by the Maryland Psychiatric Society. His recent writings have concerned psychoanalytic perspectives on the works of William Shakespeare. He currently consults to a community mental health center and has a private practice of psychiatry and psychoanalysis in Columbia, Maryland."
"Samuel T. Goldberg, M.D., is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. He is on the faculties of the Baltimore-Washington Center for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis, and the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, where he has three times been named Teacher of the Year. Dr Goldberg was also honored with the Wendell Muncie Award by the Maryland Psychiatric Society. His recent writings have concerned psychoanalytic perspectives on the works of William Shakespeare. He currently consults to a community mental health center and has a private practice of psychiatry and psychoanalysis in Columbia, Maryland."
"I am fully trained in both adult and child psychiatry and have a board certification in adult psychiatry and am also certified to prescribe Suboxone for opiate addiction. I have experience treating a broad range of psychiatric and behavior disorders, including depression, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), anxiety, bipolar disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), substance abuse, autism, asperger's disorder, and more. I also have extensive experience in clinical trials of new medications for the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders in adults and children. ."
"I am fully trained in both adult and child psychiatry and have a board certification in adult psychiatry and am also certified to prescribe Suboxone for opiate addiction. I have experience treating a broad range of psychiatric and behavior disorders, including depression, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), anxiety, bipolar disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), substance abuse, autism, asperger's disorder, and more. I also have extensive experience in clinical trials of new medications for the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders in adults and children. ."
"I'm a board certified Psychiatrist with expertise in Addiction Psychiatry. I have a license to prescribe Buprenorphine for opioid use disorder (like heroin or oxycodone) in adults. In addition to providing evidence-based pharmacological treatments, I am trained in delivering Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Supportive Psychotherapy. I believe in taking an integrative, holistic approach to substance use disorders and often incorporate mindfulness-based interventions during sessions. My goal is to provide high quality, patient-centric psychiatric care using a collaborative approach."
"I'm a board certified Psychiatrist with expertise in Addiction Psychiatry. I have a license to prescribe Buprenorphine for opioid use disorder (like heroin or oxycodone) in adults. In addition to providing evidence-based pharmacological treatments, I am trained in delivering Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Supportive Psychotherapy. I believe in taking an integrative, holistic approach to substance use disorders and often incorporate mindfulness-based interventions during sessions. My goal is to provide high quality, patient-centric psychiatric care using a collaborative approach."
"I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Board Certified to treat adults and children. I treat and prescribe psychiatric medications for adults, including pregnant women with all mental health disorder and children with ADHD and mood disorders. I obtained my Doctorate in Nursing Practice and Master's Degree from University of South Alabama. I have 8 years of experience working in every aspect of nursing field, including psychiatry. I have passion treating children and adults; my approach is grounded in my beliefs of evidence-base care along with a holistic and collaborative approach."
"I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Board Certified to treat adults and children. I treat and prescribe psychiatric medications for adults, including pregnant women with all mental health disorder and children with ADHD and mood disorders. I obtained my Doctorate in Nursing Practice and Master's Degree from University of South Alabama. I have 8 years of experience working in every aspect of nursing field, including psychiatry. I have passion treating children and adults; my approach is grounded in my beliefs of evidence-base care along with a holistic and collaborative approach."
"I am a Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist in the Washington-Baltimore area with 22 years of clinical experience. My treatment approach combines traditional psychiatric medicine with (CAM) Complimentary and Alternative approaches. While traditional psychiatry includes a clinical diagnostic interview, my combined approach includes neurotransmitter testing, sleep studies when indicated. These studies can uncover neuro-chemical imbalances. My integrated treatment approach often results in rapid, robust and lasting improvements."
"I am a Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist in the Washington-Baltimore area with 22 years of clinical experience. My treatment approach combines traditional psychiatric medicine with (CAM) Complimentary and Alternative approaches. While traditional psychiatry includes a clinical diagnostic interview, my combined approach includes neurotransmitter testing, sleep studies when indicated. These studies can uncover neuro-chemical imbalances. My integrated treatment approach often results in rapid, robust and lasting improvements."
"I grew up in Kensington, Maryland and earned a B.A. in English Literature from Georgetown University and a M.D. from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. I'm board certified in psychiatry, and I have a strong interest in treating addictions. I believe any underlying psychiatric illnesses, such as anxiety and depression, must be fully treated to have recovery from addiction, and vice versa. Also important for recovery is the engagement of a patient's support system, including key people in the person's life and community resources."
"I grew up in Kensington, Maryland and earned a B.A. in English Literature from Georgetown University and a M.D. from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. I'm board certified in psychiatry, and I have a strong interest in treating addictions. I believe any underlying psychiatric illnesses, such as anxiety and depression, must be fully treated to have recovery from addiction, and vice versa. Also important for recovery is the engagement of a patient's support system, including key people in the person's life and community resources."
"Genevieve Shaeffer is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and was born and raised in Baltimore, MD. She has over 5 years experience in the mental health field, including working as a psychiatric nurse in both the inpatient and Emergency Department setting."
"Genevieve Shaeffer is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and was born and raised in Baltimore, MD. She has over 5 years experience in the mental health field, including working as a psychiatric nurse in both the inpatient and Emergency Department setting."
"I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner practicing in Columbia Maryland. Currently seeking referrals and new patients. Retired military. Past experience working with a variety of mental health problems I Accept major insurance. Call for an appointment."
"I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner practicing in Columbia Maryland. Currently seeking referrals and new patients. Retired military. Past experience working with a variety of mental health problems I Accept major insurance. Call for an appointment."
"I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner and work with adults requiring medications to help with psychiatric conditions. These conditions can include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD and other mood and anxiety-related conditions. I prescribe buprenophine for patients requiring this treatment for opioid addiction. I aim to provide care focusing on the individual, realizing that each patient is unique and has specific health needs. I believe in building a long lasting and trusting relationship with my patients and working toward achieving mutually desired outcomes. In partnership with my patient, I ensure confidentiality and safety are held paramount."
"I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner and work with adults requiring medications to help with psychiatric conditions. These conditions can include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD and other mood and anxiety-related conditions. I prescribe buprenophine for patients requiring this treatment for opioid addiction. I aim to provide care focusing on the individual, realizing that each patient is unique and has specific health needs. I believe in building a long lasting and trusting relationship with my patients and working toward achieving mutually desired outcomes. In partnership with my patient, I ensure confidentiality and safety are held paramount."
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Columbia is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Columbia Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication or psychotropics. Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans and MRIs.
Other related specialties include psychopharmacology (certain states license Psychopharmacologists), psychiatric genetics and neuroimaging.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Columbia, or mental health nurse practitioners, perform many of the same functions as a psychiatrist. This includes diagnosing mental illness and prescribing medication. Columbia Psychiatric nurse practitioners also act as a therapist, helping patients with depression, anxiety and suicidal individuals, as well as other conditions that can be remedied with counseling.
Nurses monitor for side effects and responses to medical treatments and offer information on medications so that clients can make informed choices about their use.
How to find the right Psychiatrist?
If you're finding it difficult to the find the right psychiatrist in Columbia, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Columbia, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Columbia as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Columbia). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're looking for a specialist Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Nurse in Columbia, such as a child psychiatrist or adolescent psychiatrist, expand your search to generate a large pool of professionals and then select a specialty from the left nav bar.
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