CareFirst Psychiatrists in Silver Spring, MD
Synergy Strive is a diverse team of solution-focused clinicians with the goal of helping adults, teens, adolescents, and children uncover their true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can help you get on a path of healthy discovery. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, we’re ready to work with you to achieve your goals.
Synergy Strive is a diverse team of solution-focused clinicians with the goal of helping adults, teens, adolescents, and children uncover their true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can help you get on a path of healthy discovery. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, we’re ready to work with you to achieve your goals.
I am a dual certified nurse practitioner who is able to manage both mental health and medical conditions. Are you desperate, feeling sad, scared, anxious or nervous. Do you need someone to talk to and a person that can listen to you, I am here to help and listen to you patiently. I have worked with mental health patients for about twenty years, I will listen to you and we will work together to come up with a treatment plan that works best for you. I am passionately dedicated in taking care of patients with mental health conditions such as Schizophrenia, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar and psychotic disorders.
I am a dual certified nurse practitioner who is able to manage both mental health and medical conditions. Are you desperate, feeling sad, scared, anxious or nervous. Do you need someone to talk to and a person that can listen to you, I am here to help and listen to you patiently. I have worked with mental health patients for about twenty years, I will listen to you and we will work together to come up with a treatment plan that works best for you. I am passionately dedicated in taking care of patients with mental health conditions such as Schizophrenia, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar and psychotic disorders.
Comprehensive & Psych Associates, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-C, FNP-C, MSN, MsHCA
Serves Area
I am Dr. Modupe Apassa, DNP, a Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner skilled in medication management and psychotherapy. In addition, I bring a 20-year experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner for a comprehensive review of your symptoms and the best medication(s) to meet your needs. When you indicate that you feel better, then I would have been successful in providing you optimal evidence-based care. Services are available via telepsychiatry due to the current pandemic but we also provide in-office visits.
I am Dr. Modupe Apassa, DNP, a Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner skilled in medication management and psychotherapy. In addition, I bring a 20-year experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner for a comprehensive review of your symptoms and the best medication(s) to meet your needs. When you indicate that you feel better, then I would have been successful in providing you optimal evidence-based care. Services are available via telepsychiatry due to the current pandemic but we also provide in-office visits.
As a bilingual mental health professional fluent in both English and Yoruba, I understand the unique challenges that come with balancing cultural and emotional needs. Imagine a life where stress, anxiety, or burnout don’t control you. You may be feeling overwhelmed by personal or relationship challenges and unsure how to move forward. You want to regain balance, feel understood, and rebuild emotional resilience. Together, we can work to achieve these goals, helping you find clarity, peace, and emotional strength.
As a bilingual mental health professional fluent in both English and Yoruba, I understand the unique challenges that come with balancing cultural and emotional needs. Imagine a life where stress, anxiety, or burnout don’t control you. You may be feeling overwhelmed by personal or relationship challenges and unsure how to move forward. You want to regain balance, feel understood, and rebuild emotional resilience. Together, we can work to achieve these goals, helping you find clarity, peace, and emotional strength.
Hello, my name is Dr. Juliana A. Nwakamma, DNP, and I am the founder and clinical provider at Prosper Health and Behavioral Care Services. I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice with advanced training and experience in mental and behavioral health care. My approach to treatment is holistic, compassionate, and patient-centered addressing not only symptoms, but the whole person: mind, body, and life circumstances.
I bring both clinical expertise and genuine empathy into my work. I understand that seeking mental health care can feel overwhelming, and I strive to create a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard,
Hello, my name is Dr. Juliana A. Nwakamma, DNP, and I am the founder and clinical provider at Prosper Health and Behavioral Care Services. I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice with advanced training and experience in mental and behavioral health care. My approach to treatment is holistic, compassionate, and patient-centered addressing not only symptoms, but the whole person: mind, body, and life circumstances.
I bring both clinical expertise and genuine empathy into my work. I understand that seeking mental health care can feel overwhelming, and I strive to create a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard,
Are you high-achieving but feeling internally worn-out? Navigating the high-pressure culture of the Valley—balancing a demanding career with ADHD or the weight of burnout—can leave you feeling "always on" but never moving forward. You’ve likely tried to "power through," but now you’re looking for a way to feel like yourself again: focused, calm, and back in control
Are you high-achieving but feeling internally worn-out? Navigating the high-pressure culture of the Valley—balancing a demanding career with ADHD or the weight of burnout—can leave you feeling "always on" but never moving forward. You’ve likely tried to "power through," but now you’re looking for a way to feel like yourself again: focused, calm, and back in control
Welcome! I am Brittany Pollard, a board-certified PMHNP and FNP. I work with adolescents and adults who feel overwhelmed by a variety of mental health challenges. Many come to treatment feeling stuck, exhausted, distracted, or frustrated by symptoms that affect their relationships, work, school, or daily life. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Together, we identify goals, address barriers to wellness, and create individualized treatment plans that help clients gain symptom relief, build resilience, and improve their quality of life.
Welcome! I am Brittany Pollard, a board-certified PMHNP and FNP. I work with adolescents and adults who feel overwhelmed by a variety of mental health challenges. Many come to treatment feeling stuck, exhausted, distracted, or frustrated by symptoms that affect their relationships, work, school, or daily life. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Together, we identify goals, address barriers to wellness, and create individualized treatment plans that help clients gain symptom relief, build resilience, and improve their quality of life.
Florence Amaikwu DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is a graduate of Coppin State University with a BSN and a master’s in psychiatric Mental health from Walden University. She recently obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Purdue Global University. She is licensed in the state of Maryland. She has worked as a clinician both in outpatient and telehealth services. She cares for children, adults, and the geriatric population. Dr. Amaikwu is passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness.
Florence Amaikwu DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is a graduate of Coppin State University with a BSN and a master’s in psychiatric Mental health from Walden University. She recently obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Purdue Global University. She is licensed in the state of Maryland. She has worked as a clinician both in outpatient and telehealth services. She cares for children, adults, and the geriatric population. Dr. Amaikwu is passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness.
I am in-network for Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network patients for medication and behavioral health treatment.
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I work with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, attention difficulties, or stress related to school, work, or family life. My goal is to provide compassionate support, practical strategies, and evidence-based care to help families find clarity and healing. Together, we can begin the journey toward greater well-being and resilience.
I am in-network for Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network patients for medication and behavioral health treatment.
«««Accepting new patients»»»
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, attention difficulties, or stress related to school, work, or family life. My goal is to provide compassionate support, practical strategies, and evidence-based care to help families find clarity and healing. Together, we can begin the journey toward greater well-being and resilience.
With a clinical foundation beginning in 2013, I bring an extensive background in psychiatric care across the lifespan. My experience spans the full spectrum of mental health—from the fast-paced environment of emergency departments and hospital consultation-liaison work to specialized care in inpatient and correctional settings.
Having treated children, adolescents, and adults in both inpatient and outpatient capacities, I offer a unique, well-rounded perspective. I am dedicated to using this breadth of expertise to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to each patient's specific journey.
With a clinical foundation beginning in 2013, I bring an extensive background in psychiatric care across the lifespan. My experience spans the full spectrum of mental health—from the fast-paced environment of emergency departments and hospital consultation-liaison work to specialized care in inpatient and correctional settings.
Having treated children, adolescents, and adults in both inpatient and outpatient capacities, I offer a unique, well-rounded perspective. I am dedicated to using this breadth of expertise to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to each patient's specific journey.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Amanda and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving clients in Maryland and Virginia. I specialize in Stress Management, Anxiety, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Burnout, Bipolar, Depression, ADHD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Amanda and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving clients in Maryland and Virginia. I specialize in Stress Management, Anxiety, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Burnout, Bipolar, Depression, ADHD. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hi, I’m Ernell Refuge, as a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I’m passionate about helping individuals take meaningful steps toward emotional wellness. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to adults experiencing a wider range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and mood disorders.
Hi, I’m Ernell Refuge, as a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I’m passionate about helping individuals take meaningful steps toward emotional wellness. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to adults experiencing a wider range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and mood disorders.
Are you feeling down, sad, unhappy? Ask me how I can help because mental health is also a priority. Thus, respecting and understanding one's belief is among my strongest qualities because being empathetic, listening and building trust helps to bridge the gap in accessing mental health services. My strong clinical skills, such as listening, communication, empathy, and building trust with my clients, are my assets to bridge the gap in accessing mental health services.
Are you feeling down, sad, unhappy? Ask me how I can help because mental health is also a priority. Thus, respecting and understanding one's belief is among my strongest qualities because being empathetic, listening and building trust helps to bridge the gap in accessing mental health services. My strong clinical skills, such as listening, communication, empathy, and building trust with my clients, are my assets to bridge the gap in accessing mental health services.
I am a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who enjoys working with patients of all ages and their families. I completed my adult psychiatry residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital and my child and adolescent fellowship at NYP/Columbia/Cornell. In my small private practice, I strive to approach each patient with warmth, compassion, and thoughtfulness. I integrate psychotherapy with medication management to help you understand the core issues at hand and work toward making lasting positive change.
I currently see patients residing in Maryland in-person and virtually, and see patients residing in New York virtually.
I am a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who enjoys working with patients of all ages and their families. I completed my adult psychiatry residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital and my child and adolescent fellowship at NYP/Columbia/Cornell. In my small private practice, I strive to approach each patient with warmth, compassion, and thoughtfulness. I integrate psychotherapy with medication management to help you understand the core issues at hand and work toward making lasting positive change.
I currently see patients residing in Maryland in-person and virtually, and see patients residing in New York virtually.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Sacred Heart Catholic University, along with a Master’s and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from George Mason University. I also completed a post-master’s certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) across the lifespan at Wilkes University. I provide psychiatric care to clients throughout Maryland and Washington, DC.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Sacred Heart Catholic University, along with a Master’s and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from George Mason University. I also completed a post-master’s certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) across the lifespan at Wilkes University. I provide psychiatric care to clients throughout Maryland and Washington, DC.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University in 2023 and my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Westminster University in 2026. My work is grounded in a deep commitment to compassionate, holistic, and patient-centered mental health care.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University in 2023 and my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Westminster University in 2026. My work is grounded in a deep commitment to compassionate, holistic, and patient-centered mental health care.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers patients to become the best version of themselves and live fulfilling, meaningful lives. Open communication and mutual respect are at the heart of my practice. My priority is to ensure that you feel comfortable, heard, and supported as we work together toward your mental health goals.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers patients to become the best version of themselves and live fulfilling, meaningful lives. Open communication and mutual respect are at the heart of my practice. My priority is to ensure that you feel comfortable, heard, and supported as we work together toward your mental health goals.
Hi, I’m Honorine, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I’m dedicated to supporting you on your mental health journey with compassion and respect. I understand how difficult it can be to take the first step in reaching out, and my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel truly heard.
Hi, I’m Honorine, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I’m dedicated to supporting you on your mental health journey with compassion and respect. I understand how difficult it can be to take the first step in reaching out, and my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel truly heard.
Welcome! I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of experience providing compassionate mental healthcare. My practice is built on a holistic, patient-centered foundation where I offer both individual and family therapy, as well as comprehensive medication management. I am dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care journey.
Welcome! I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of experience providing compassionate mental healthcare. My practice is built on a holistic, patient-centered foundation where I offer both individual and family therapy, as well as comprehensive medication management. I am dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care journey.
Finding the right mental health support can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide care for anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, behavioral concerns, women’s health, and self-care. My approach blends medication management with supportive psychotherapy and evidence-based techniques like CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide holistic, patient-centered care tailored to you.
Finding the right mental health support can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide care for anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, behavioral concerns, women’s health, and self-care. My approach blends medication management with supportive psychotherapy and evidence-based techniques like CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide holistic, patient-centered care tailored to you.
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