Asian Psychiatrists in Ellicott City, MD
Optimum Therapy and Consults, LLC is a progressive psychiatric and mental health practice dedicated to providing integrative, compassionate, and culturally responsive care. Founded and led by board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Joy O. Eghaghe, the practice offers a personalized approach to mental wellness that merges advanced clinical expertise with a deep understanding of the human experience.
At Optimum Therapy and Consults, mental health care is not transactional, it is transformational. We are devoted to helping individuals reclaim control, cultivate resilience, and rediscover the joy of living.
Optimum Therapy and Consults, LLC is a progressive psychiatric and mental health practice dedicated to providing integrative, compassionate, and culturally responsive care. Founded and led by board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Joy O. Eghaghe, the practice offers a personalized approach to mental wellness that merges advanced clinical expertise with a deep understanding of the human experience.
At Optimum Therapy and Consults, mental health care is not transactional, it is transformational. We are devoted to helping individuals reclaim control, cultivate resilience, and rediscover the joy of living.
As a psychiatric mental health nurse Practitioner and acupuncturist, I am passionate about offering a comprehensive and compassionate approach to mental health care. My expertise lies in integrating conventional psychiatric treatments with acupuncture and other holistic modalities to address anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain effectively.
As a psychiatric mental health nurse Practitioner and acupuncturist, I am passionate about offering a comprehensive and compassionate approach to mental health care. My expertise lies in integrating conventional psychiatric treatments with acupuncture and other holistic modalities to address anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain effectively.
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I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and Addiction Medicine Specialist with over 10 years of clinical experience in managing complex mental health conditions. I completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Louisville, Kentucky, and earned a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
I specialize in treating adults with a wide range of mental health disorders, including depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, attention deficit disorder, trauma-related disorders, and psychotic disorders. I also provide medication-assisted treatment for alcohol and opioid
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and Addiction Medicine Specialist with over 10 years of clinical experience in managing complex mental health conditions. I completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Louisville, Kentucky, and earned a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
I specialize in treating adults with a wide range of mental health disorders, including depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, attention deficit disorder, trauma-related disorders, and psychotic disorders. I also provide medication-assisted treatment for alcohol and opioid
I started this practice because I wanted to change the way we look at healthcare. Many people focus on lifespan—just counting the years on a calendar. But throughout my career, I’ve learned that simply living longer isn't enough if you don't feel well while doing it.
That is why my practice is built on what Dr. Peter Attia calls "Medicine 3.0"—an approach to healthcare that focuses on prevention before mental health issues start. I don't just write a prescription for a symptom—I want to partner with you to protect your healthspan, making sure the years ahead are spent feeling strong, sharp, and truly alive.
I started this practice because I wanted to change the way we look at healthcare. Many people focus on lifespan—just counting the years on a calendar. But throughout my career, I’ve learned that simply living longer isn't enough if you don't feel well while doing it.
That is why my practice is built on what Dr. Peter Attia calls "Medicine 3.0"—an approach to healthcare that focuses on prevention before mental health issues start. I don't just write a prescription for a symptom—I want to partner with you to protect your healthspan, making sure the years ahead are spent feeling strong, sharp, and truly alive.
I am a board-certified general adult and consultation-liaison psychiatrist with experience in geriatric psychiatry. I have an interest in psychiatric oncology and transplant psychiatry, but ultimately, wish to provide support to those with psychiatric concerns who have medical conditions (though anyone is welcomed, regardless of medical history). I hope to develop a treatment plan with my clients that is humanistic and sensitive to their personal history, current environment, and cultural influences.
I am a board-certified general adult and consultation-liaison psychiatrist with experience in geriatric psychiatry. I have an interest in psychiatric oncology and transplant psychiatry, but ultimately, wish to provide support to those with psychiatric concerns who have medical conditions (though anyone is welcomed, regardless of medical history). I hope to develop a treatment plan with my clients that is humanistic and sensitive to their personal history, current environment, and cultural influences.
I care for people living with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more. My approach is warm and collaborative—I want to understand your story and how life is affecting your mood. I have a special interest in reproductive mental health, supporting women through PMS/PMDD, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. Wherever you are in life, I’m here to help you navigate challenges with clarity and compassion.
I care for people living with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more. My approach is warm and collaborative—I want to understand your story and how life is affecting your mood. I have a special interest in reproductive mental health, supporting women through PMS/PMDD, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. Wherever you are in life, I’m here to help you navigate challenges with clarity and compassion.
As the daughter of first-generation Asian immigrants with a family history of mental illness, I saw how emotional struggles were often carried silently due to stigma and lack of understanding.
I'm the owner and founder of Northeast Psychiatry P.C., where I work with adults facing a wide range of psychiatric conditions including mood disorders, anxiety/OCD and trauma symptoms. I bring 12+ years of diverse clinical experience across several renowned institutions, including Mount Sinai’s Main Campus, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Queens Hospital, Elmhurst Hospital, and Bronx Lebanon Hospital. I have treated individuals in high acuity settings such as the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP), as well as in inpatient units, outpatient clinics, as well as telepsychiatry.
As the daughter of first-generation Asian immigrants with a family history of mental illness, I saw how emotional struggles were often carried silently due to stigma and lack of understanding.
I'm the owner and founder of Northeast Psychiatry P.C., where I work with adults facing a wide range of psychiatric conditions including mood disorders, anxiety/OCD and trauma symptoms. I bring 12+ years of diverse clinical experience across several renowned institutions, including Mount Sinai’s Main Campus, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Queens Hospital, Elmhurst Hospital, and Bronx Lebanon Hospital. I have treated individuals in high acuity settings such as the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP), as well as in inpatient units, outpatient clinics, as well as telepsychiatry.
As we hit the halfway mark of the year this July, it is time to stop putting your mental health on the back burner. This holiday is the perfect moment to take action. Don’t wait for the new week to start: take control of your mental health and reclaim your peace of mind before the weekend ends by booking an intake appointment for this upcoming week.
Whether you are facing a high-conflict divorce, a personal transition, or the crushing weight of burnout, it is exhausting to hold the line at work when your personal life feels like a crisis zone. You are used to managing the storm, but you don't have to manage this alone.
As we hit the halfway mark of the year this July, it is time to stop putting your mental health on the back burner. This holiday is the perfect moment to take action. Don’t wait for the new week to start: take control of your mental health and reclaim your peace of mind before the weekend ends by booking an intake appointment for this upcoming week.
Whether you are facing a high-conflict divorce, a personal transition, or the crushing weight of burnout, it is exhausting to hold the line at work when your personal life feels like a crisis zone. You are used to managing the storm, but you don't have to manage this alone.
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals and families across the lifespan. I have a strong focus on women’s mental health, particularly during the perinatal period, a time of profound emotional, hormonal, and identity shifts. Whether you’re experiencing mood or anxiety changes during pregnancy, struggling postpartum, or managing the challenges of motherhood, I offer a safe, supportive space to help you feel understood, validated, and empowered.
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals and families across the lifespan. I have a strong focus on women’s mental health, particularly during the perinatal period, a time of profound emotional, hormonal, and identity shifts. Whether you’re experiencing mood or anxiety changes during pregnancy, struggling postpartum, or managing the challenges of motherhood, I offer a safe, supportive space to help you feel understood, validated, and empowered.
Have you been suffering from symptoms that affect your thinking, perception, mood, and behavior? Are these symptoms making it difficult for you to cope with work, relationships, and other demands? Have you been treated for these symptoms and have experienced failed medication trials? Do you need a provider who will listen to your needs and formulate a comprehensive plan to help you return to your baseline level and effectively get back to normal life? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then you are a candidate who can benefit from the treatment I provide that is tailored to your specific needs.
Have you been suffering from symptoms that affect your thinking, perception, mood, and behavior? Are these symptoms making it difficult for you to cope with work, relationships, and other demands? Have you been treated for these symptoms and have experienced failed medication trials? Do you need a provider who will listen to your needs and formulate a comprehensive plan to help you return to your baseline level and effectively get back to normal life? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then you are a candidate who can benefit from the treatment I provide that is tailored to your specific needs.
Are you tired of being depression, again?!? Is your loved one suffering and you don't know what else to do? Dr. Bergina and the Led Life team believe that there is a cure for hard to treat depression, which can be like cancer of the soul. With our proprietary 3R ReTreatment program, we do more than just prescribe medicines, we also prescribe hope. On the cutting edge of novel neurohealth treatments, Dr. Bergina prescribes Spravato (Esketamine), Ketamine Assisted Therapy, and TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).
Are you tired of being depression, again?!? Is your loved one suffering and you don't know what else to do? Dr. Bergina and the Led Life team believe that there is a cure for hard to treat depression, which can be like cancer of the soul. With our proprietary 3R ReTreatment program, we do more than just prescribe medicines, we also prescribe hope. On the cutting edge of novel neurohealth treatments, Dr. Bergina prescribes Spravato (Esketamine), Ketamine Assisted Therapy, and TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).
Our ideal clients are adolescents and adults seeking support for mental health challenges, substance use disorders, dual diagnoses, or related medical concerns. They often come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change. Our multidisciplinary team comprises professionals from diverse backgrounds, which helps us be able to extend our reach through patience and understanding. We provide personalized, evidence-based care. By listening, collaborating, and tailoring treatment to each individual, we help clients build stability, improve well-being, and move forward with confidence.
Our ideal clients are adolescents and adults seeking support for mental health challenges, substance use disorders, dual diagnoses, or related medical concerns. They often come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change. Our multidisciplinary team comprises professionals from diverse backgrounds, which helps us be able to extend our reach through patience and understanding. We provide personalized, evidence-based care. By listening, collaborating, and tailoring treatment to each individual, we help clients build stability, improve well-being, and move forward with confidence.
Dr. Yang Roby is a board-certified psychiatrist who has a decade of experience treating adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma disorders, and phobias. She integrates pharmaceutical expertise with mindfulness and therapy for a holistic approach. She enjoys working with clients facing school and life challenges, parenting issues as well as transitional difficulties in every aspect of life.
Dr. Yang Roby is a board-certified psychiatrist who has a decade of experience treating adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma disorders, and phobias. She integrates pharmaceutical expertise with mindfulness and therapy for a holistic approach. She enjoys working with clients facing school and life challenges, parenting issues as well as transitional difficulties in every aspect of life.
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.
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.
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If you are going through a tough time with feeling stressed, difficulty focusing, difficulty sleeping, lack of energy, lack of motivation or other mental health challenges, I'm here to work with you to take the first step toward feeling better. You need to feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment, and you need guidance on how to manage all these symptoms. Your goals to feel better and improve the overall quality of life will be supported and guided by me.
If you are going through a tough time with feeling stressed, difficulty focusing, difficulty sleeping, lack of energy, lack of motivation or other mental health challenges, I'm here to work with you to take the first step toward feeling better. You need to feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment, and you need guidance on how to manage all these symptoms. Your goals to feel better and improve the overall quality of life will be supported and guided by me.
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Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
I am a Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals find clarity, confidence, and emotional balance. My approach blends therapy and medication management to provide holistic, practical, and results-driven care.
I believe in getting to the root cause of the problem — not just treating symptoms. Together, we create a personalized plan divided into simple, achievable steps. In each session, we evaluate your progress, adjust what’s needed, and build skills you can apply right away. My goal is to make the process feel manageable, collaborative, and hopeful.
I am a Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals find clarity, confidence, and emotional balance. My approach blends therapy and medication management to provide holistic, practical, and results-driven care.
I believe in getting to the root cause of the problem — not just treating symptoms. Together, we create a personalized plan divided into simple, achievable steps. In each session, we evaluate your progress, adjust what’s needed, and build skills you can apply right away. My goal is to make the process feel manageable, collaborative, and hopeful.
Unlock your full potential. Expert care tailored to you, with Dr. Aastha Krebs. Nurse Practitioner. Mentor. Empowerer. Hi, I’m Aastha, and I’m here to support you on your mental health journey. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I understand that every person’s path is unique, and I take a personalized approach to care that meets you where you are. Maybe you feel weighed down by a sadness you can’t shake and struggle to find joy in things you once loved. Maybe you feel like your mind never stops racing, worrying about “what ifs” and things out of your control. I’m here to help you find relief and regain control
Unlock your full potential. Expert care tailored to you, with Dr. Aastha Krebs. Nurse Practitioner. Mentor. Empowerer. Hi, I’m Aastha, and I’m here to support you on your mental health journey. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I understand that every person’s path is unique, and I take a personalized approach to care that meets you where you are. Maybe you feel weighed down by a sadness you can’t shake and struggle to find joy in things you once loved. Maybe you feel like your mind never stops racing, worrying about “what ifs” and things out of your control. I’m here to help you find relief and regain control
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with training at Columbia, Yale, MUSC, and the NIH. Many people I work with are navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, intrusive thoughts, sleep difficulties, or the emotional impact of medical illness and reproductive transitions. Often they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. You don't need to know exactly what to say or how to explain what you're feeling. There are no expectations that you already know how to get better. My role is to get to know you, understand your experiences, and work with you to find a path forward together.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with training at Columbia, Yale, MUSC, and the NIH. Many people I work with are navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, intrusive thoughts, sleep difficulties, or the emotional impact of medical illness and reproductive transitions. Often they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. You don't need to know exactly what to say or how to explain what you're feeling. There are no expectations that you already know how to get better. My role is to get to know you, understand your experiences, and work with you to find a path forward together.
Have you ever switched providers because you felt unheard or rushed? Maybe you are new to mental health and don't know where to begin? You are on the right page! I am Dr. Madison Lim, a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner trained at the University of Pennsylvania, serving clients in VA/DC/MD. My clients often tell me they feel truly heard, understood, and cared for. I have many years of experience working in both hospital and outpatient settings with adults, teens, and children. I am especially passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and their families, as well as immigrant and minority populations.
Have you ever switched providers because you felt unheard or rushed? Maybe you are new to mental health and don't know where to begin? You are on the right page! I am Dr. Madison Lim, a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner trained at the University of Pennsylvania, serving clients in VA/DC/MD. My clients often tell me they feel truly heard, understood, and cared for. I have many years of experience working in both hospital and outpatient settings with adults, teens, and children. I am especially passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and their families, as well as immigrant and minority populations.
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FAQ - Asian Psychiatrists
What can an Asian psychiatrist help with?
Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, often through a combination of therapy and medication. For many individuals, especially those from culturally diverse backgrounds, feeling seen and understood by a mental health provider can be just as important as clinical expertise. For some people of Asian descent, working with a psychiatrist who shares their cultural heritage can help bridge communication gaps, reduce stigma, and provide a more nuanced understanding of an individual's challenges. While psychiatrists of all backgrounds are equally qualified, Asian psychiatrists may bring personal and professional insight into issues such as cultural stigma around mental health, intergenerational and immigrant experiences, racial discrimination, and identity-related stressors that can shape a person’s mental well-being.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Asian psychiatrists?
When searching for a provider, it is important to consider a range of factors to find the best fit for your mental health needs and cultural preferences. Psychology Today’s online directory is a helpful tool that allows you to filter your search specifically for Asian psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). As you view a provider’s profile, consider their clinical focus to see if they have explicit experience with issues like racial identity, trauma, family dynamics, or specific populations. It is also helpful to consider practical details such as their therapeutic modalities, whether they offer in-person or virtual sessions, the languages they speak, and which insurance plans they accept to ensure their care is accessible to you.