Autism Psychiatrists in Malvern, PA
As a mother of a child with autism, I also advocate for awareness and acceptance both inside and outside the office.
Hi, I’m Chigozie “Blessing” Amaefuna, and I know how heavy life can feel when mental health challenges seem to take over your day-to-day. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or hopeless—unsure if things can ever change. My role is to help you rediscover hope, calm, and strength in a space where you feel safe, respected, and truly heard. Whether you’re managing ADHD, navigating the ups and downs of bipolar disorder, or healing from past trauma, I’ll work alongside you to build I’ll work alongside you to build tools, confidence, and resilience.
As a mother of a child with autism, I also advocate for awareness and acceptance both inside and outside the office.
Hi, I’m Chigozie “Blessing” Amaefuna, and I know how heavy life can feel when mental health challenges seem to take over your day-to-day. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or hopeless—unsure if things can ever change. My role is to help you rediscover hope, calm, and strength in a space where you feel safe, respected, and truly heard. Whether you’re managing ADHD, navigating the ups and downs of bipolar disorder, or healing from past trauma, I’ll work alongside you to build I’ll work alongside you to build tools, confidence, and resilience.
I am a functional psychiatrist provides an enhanced way to treat psychiatric conditions and care for the whole-person, not just their symptoms.
My current positions are medical director in several inpatient and outpatient programs.
Conventional psychiatry relies heavily upon pharmaceuticals to reduce or mask the symptoms of mental illness. It assumes nearly every illness is due to a neurotransmitter imbalance, and that medication will alleviate symptoms. However, there are far more factors that influence mental health than just neurotransmitters. Functional medicine can find the causes of your symptoms through special tests.
I am a functional psychiatrist provides an enhanced way to treat psychiatric conditions and care for the whole-person, not just their symptoms.
My current positions are medical director in several inpatient and outpatient programs.
Conventional psychiatry relies heavily upon pharmaceuticals to reduce or mask the symptoms of mental illness. It assumes nearly every illness is due to a neurotransmitter imbalance, and that medication will alleviate symptoms. However, there are far more factors that influence mental health than just neurotransmitters. Functional medicine can find the causes of your symptoms through special tests.
If you are neurodivergent, a caregiver, or from a marginalized or underserved community, your lived experience will be respected and centered in our work together.
I provide medication management in a caring, collaborative way that centers your goals and comfort. We may incorporate CBT, ACT, interpersonal therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to support your growth. Together, we’ll work to ease anxiety or depression, strengthen relationships, and build lasting skills for balance, resilience, and hope.
If you are neurodivergent, a caregiver, or from a marginalized or underserved community, your lived experience will be respected and centered in our work together.
I provide medication management in a caring, collaborative way that centers your goals and comfort. We may incorporate CBT, ACT, interpersonal therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to support your growth. Together, we’ll work to ease anxiety or depression, strengthen relationships, and build lasting skills for balance, resilience, and hope.
Do you feel like you’re doing everything "right," yet still feel weighed down by persistent stress, anxiety, or trouble focusing? You may be looking for more than a quick fix—you’re seeking a sense of clarity, stability, and control over your life again. My ideal client is someone who is trying their best but feels held back by "brain fog" or emotional exhaustion and is ready to discover what is truly driving their symptoms.
Do you feel like you’re doing everything "right," yet still feel weighed down by persistent stress, anxiety, or trouble focusing? You may be looking for more than a quick fix—you’re seeking a sense of clarity, stability, and control over your life again. My ideal client is someone who is trying their best but feels held back by "brain fog" or emotional exhaustion and is ready to discover what is truly driving their symptoms.
We have significant experience working with a range of psychiatric challenges including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, OCD, PTSD, and others.
Dr. Naser is a board-certified, Penn and Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia trained adult and child psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience. He and his team are well trained, empathic and collaborative, with the goal of building a strong, trusting working relationship in order to provide the best possible care for you.
We have significant experience working with a range of psychiatric challenges including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, OCD, PTSD, and others.
Dr. Naser is a board-certified, Penn and Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia trained adult and child psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience. He and his team are well trained, empathic and collaborative, with the goal of building a strong, trusting working relationship in order to provide the best possible care for you.
I understand that reaching out for help can feel difficult, and sometimes even overwhelming. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected—without judgment. I believe that every person’s story matters, and I take the time to truly listen and understand what you’re going through.
I will work with you to better understand your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, and together we’ll find ways to help you feel more balanced and in control. Whether that includes therapy, medication, or simply having someone to talk to, we will decide on a path that feels right for you.
You don’t have to face things alone.
I understand that reaching out for help can feel difficult, and sometimes even overwhelming. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected—without judgment. I believe that every person’s story matters, and I take the time to truly listen and understand what you’re going through.
I will work with you to better understand your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, and together we’ll find ways to help you feel more balanced and in control. Whether that includes therapy, medication, or simply having someone to talk to, we will decide on a path that feels right for you.
You don’t have to face things alone.
Samantha Huyett, PMHNP-BC Samantha Huyett is a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2000. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Immaculata University and an MSn PMHNp-BC from Wilkes University. Samantha believes in meeting people wherever they may be in life and partnering to develop a treatment plan specific to their needs. She strives to create a trusting relationship and provide an environment where the individual feels safe to express themselves. Her approach is patient centered, strength based and focused on the individual as a whole.
Samantha Huyett, PMHNP-BC Samantha Huyett is a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2000. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Immaculata University and an MSn PMHNp-BC from Wilkes University. Samantha believes in meeting people wherever they may be in life and partnering to develop a treatment plan specific to their needs. She strives to create a trusting relationship and provide an environment where the individual feels safe to express themselves. Her approach is patient centered, strength based and focused on the individual as a whole.
My name is Riley, and I am a board-certified physician assistant practicing at Zellig Psychiatry. We are a small, thoughtfully run practice dedicated to evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and medication management. I work with teens and adults navigating a wide variety of emotional and cognitive challenges, with particular expertise in ADHD, depression, mood and anxiety disorders.
My name is Riley, and I am a board-certified physician assistant practicing at Zellig Psychiatry. We are a small, thoughtfully run practice dedicated to evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and medication management. I work with teens and adults navigating a wide variety of emotional and cognitive challenges, with particular expertise in ADHD, depression, mood and anxiety disorders.
Meghan Charles, PMHNP, is a compassionate and experienced psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to supporting individuals across Pennsylvania in achieving greater mental wellness. She provides individualized therapy and medication management services through LifeStance Health, serving patients of all ages—including children, teens, and adults. With a holistic and affirming approach, Meghan creates a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where patients feel empowered to explore their experiences and build strategies for lasting change.
Meghan Charles, PMHNP, is a compassionate and experienced psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to supporting individuals across Pennsylvania in achieving greater mental wellness. She provides individualized therapy and medication management services through LifeStance Health, serving patients of all ages—including children, teens, and adults. With a holistic and affirming approach, Meghan creates a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where patients feel empowered to explore their experiences and build strategies for lasting change.
Jill Roger is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing since 2022. Jill believes in approaching each person with compassion and understanding to foster a positive professional relationship. She provides medication management, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation. Jill believes individuals have their own personal and unique needs based on their symptoms and past experiences. Individuals should be actively involved in their treatment planning and setting goals they desire to achieve.
Jill Roger is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been practicing since 2022. Jill believes in approaching each person with compassion and understanding to foster a positive professional relationship. She provides medication management, supportive therapy, and psychoeducation. Jill believes individuals have their own personal and unique needs based on their symptoms and past experiences. Individuals should be actively involved in their treatment planning and setting goals they desire to achieve.
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I lead Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, a concierge mental health practice based in Devon, Pennsylvania, where we offer a wide range of services, including medication management, therapy, ketamine for depression, ketamine-assisted therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), neurofeedback, biofeedback, wrap-around services, executive function services, and autism testing.
With over 15 years of experience, I have had the privilege of treating patients across all age groups and backgrounds, addressing a variety of psychiatric conditions, including mood, anxiety, neurodevelopment, executive function, and psychotic disorders. I specialize in treatment resistant depression, offering ketamine and TMS as well.
I lead Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, a concierge mental health practice based in Devon, Pennsylvania, where we offer a wide range of services, including medication management, therapy, ketamine for depression, ketamine-assisted therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), neurofeedback, biofeedback, wrap-around services, executive function services, and autism testing.
With over 15 years of experience, I have had the privilege of treating patients across all age groups and backgrounds, addressing a variety of psychiatric conditions, including mood, anxiety, neurodevelopment, executive function, and psychotic disorders. I specialize in treatment resistant depression, offering ketamine and TMS as well.
I specialize in the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and Autism in children and adults.
I believe in the importance of trust in a therapeutic relationship. My goal is to ensure that people feel heard and understood, whether discussing routine treatments, medication side effects, or more sensitive topics. I am very collaborative in my work and will gladly speak to other providers.
I specialize in the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and Autism in children and adults.
I believe in the importance of trust in a therapeutic relationship. My goal is to ensure that people feel heard and understood, whether discussing routine treatments, medication side effects, or more sensitive topics. I am very collaborative in my work and will gladly speak to other providers.
I provide a complete range of psychiatric services including comprehensive evaluation, medication management, individual therapy and family therapy for children of all ages through adults. I understand how the complex dynamics of family affect the individual and how having a challenging child with emotional and behavioral problems affect the family system as well. I focus on the strengths of each child, individual and family, and utilize them in therapy to empower the child and their families to help them accept and overcome their issues.
I provide a complete range of psychiatric services including comprehensive evaluation, medication management, individual therapy and family therapy for children of all ages through adults. I understand how the complex dynamics of family affect the individual and how having a challenging child with emotional and behavioral problems affect the family system as well. I focus on the strengths of each child, individual and family, and utilize them in therapy to empower the child and their families to help them accept and overcome their issues.
You're juggling a lot. Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night, depression makes the days feel heavy, or ADHD makes it hard to keep up. You might be a teen still figuring things out, or an adult who's tried to push through alone for too long. You want more than just managing symptoms. You want to actually feel like yourself again. You're ready to take that first step, and I'm here for all of it.
You're juggling a lot. Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night, depression makes the days feel heavy, or ADHD makes it hard to keep up. You might be a teen still figuring things out, or an adult who's tried to push through alone for too long. You want more than just managing symptoms. You want to actually feel like yourself again. You're ready to take that first step, and I'm here for all of it.
We address behavioral challenges in children including children diagnosed with autism.
Are daily challenges affecting either you or your child's mental & physical health? Are you stressed, anxious, sad, tired, irritable, struggling to focus, experiencing difficulty falling or staying asleep, or not getting restful sleep? Our Integrative approach views the person as a whole to offer a variety of treatment options to meet your needs.
We address behavioral challenges in children including children diagnosed with autism.
Are daily challenges affecting either you or your child's mental & physical health? Are you stressed, anxious, sad, tired, irritable, struggling to focus, experiencing difficulty falling or staying asleep, or not getting restful sleep? Our Integrative approach views the person as a whole to offer a variety of treatment options to meet your needs.
I work with children, teenagers, and their families on concerns including ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, autism spectrum conditions, OCD, trauma, and behavioral difficulties that have not responded to other interventions.
Medication is one tool, not the default first step. Before any prescribing decision, I consider behavioral approaches, school accommodations, and whether therapy would help. When medication is appropriate, I explain my reasoning clearly to parents and, in age-appropriate ways, to the young person themselves. My goal is for families to leave with clear plans.
I work with children, teenagers, and their families on concerns including ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, autism spectrum conditions, OCD, trauma, and behavioral difficulties that have not responded to other interventions.
Medication is one tool, not the default first step. Before any prescribing decision, I consider behavioral approaches, school accommodations, and whether therapy would help. When medication is appropriate, I explain my reasoning clearly to parents and, in age-appropriate ways, to the young person themselves. My goal is for families to leave with clear plans.
Joseph Gagnon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMHNP, MSN, BS, RN-BC
1 Endorsed
Chesterbrook, PA 19087
Waitlist for new clients
Joe Gagnon, owner of Psychiatric Edge, brings nearly 15 years of psychiatric experience treating children, adolescents, and adults, with expertise in ADHD, ASD, Bipolar Disorder, Psychotic and Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, and PANS/PANDAS.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner treating clients of all ages, I specialize in thorough, individualized care. I uncover what others might miss through genetic testing, blood work, and alternative treatments to enhance medications. I’m highly responsive between sessions and pride myself on finding effective paths to healing for every client I treat.
Joe Gagnon, owner of Psychiatric Edge, brings nearly 15 years of psychiatric experience treating children, adolescents, and adults, with expertise in ADHD, ASD, Bipolar Disorder, Psychotic and Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, and PANS/PANDAS.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner treating clients of all ages, I specialize in thorough, individualized care. I uncover what others might miss through genetic testing, blood work, and alternative treatments to enhance medications. I’m highly responsive between sessions and pride myself on finding effective paths to healing for every client I treat.
Double Board Certified Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist & Addictions Specialist providing psychotherapy, Medication Management and compassionate care to patients in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Connecticut. Our practice is located in Narberth, PA but conveniently provides telehealth services to our clients. Our staff includes highly skilled licensed therapists who specialize in anxiety, depression and trauma-focused treatment as well as dual diagnosis care.
Double Board Certified Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist & Addictions Specialist providing psychotherapy, Medication Management and compassionate care to patients in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Connecticut. Our practice is located in Narberth, PA but conveniently provides telehealth services to our clients. Our staff includes highly skilled licensed therapists who specialize in anxiety, depression and trauma-focused treatment as well as dual diagnosis care.
BETA Behavioral Healthcare Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, BSN, MSN, PMHNP
2 Endorsed
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
Mrs. Marie Kamara is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have over 15 years of nursing experience, including 5 years of specializing in psychiatry. With a compassionate approach, I have dedicated myself to providing exemplary care to patients from diverse backgrounds, always guided by principles of respect and integrity. My expertise lies in developing and executing tailored treatment plans, prioritizing the well-being of my patients above all else.
Mrs. Marie Kamara is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have over 15 years of nursing experience, including 5 years of specializing in psychiatry. With a compassionate approach, I have dedicated myself to providing exemplary care to patients from diverse backgrounds, always guided by principles of respect and integrity. My expertise lies in developing and executing tailored treatment plans, prioritizing the well-being of my patients above all else.
Dr. Levy is a passionate Psychiatrist who is practicing for 34 years. He has had extensive training at the renowned Zucker Hillside Hospital in New York for his residency in General Psychiatry. He has had extensive experience in the Philadelphia area in the field of psychiatry. Through medical leadership, collaboration, and adapting to each patient's needs, he provides a customized and patient-centered treatment. His diverse experiences across outpatient, private practice, and hospitals allow him to connect with patients, regardless of what they are experiencing, and help them achieve symptom reduction and holistic well-being.
Dr. Levy is a passionate Psychiatrist who is practicing for 34 years. He has had extensive training at the renowned Zucker Hillside Hospital in New York for his residency in General Psychiatry. He has had extensive experience in the Philadelphia area in the field of psychiatry. Through medical leadership, collaboration, and adapting to each patient's needs, he provides a customized and patient-centered treatment. His diverse experiences across outpatient, private practice, and hospitals allow him to connect with patients, regardless of what they are experiencing, and help them achieve symptom reduction and holistic well-being.
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FAQ - Autism Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with autism spectrum disorder?
Autism spectrum disorder, often referred to simply as autism, is a developmental condition defined by social, communication, and behavioral differences. These challenges can make it difficult for individuals with autism to form and maintain relationships, adapt to changing environments, or thrive in traditional school settings. Symptoms of autism typically emerge in early childhood and are often first noticed by caregivers who observe difficulties in social interactions, the presence of repetitive behaviors, or unusually intense interests in specific topics. Children with autism may also show heightened sensitivity to certain sensory experiences, such as loud noises, bright lights, or specific textures in food or clothing.
How do psychiatrists diagnose and support children with autism?
Psychiatrists, often working in partnership with a pediatrician or developmental specialist, can play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment planning for children with autism. Diagnosis usually begins with an evaluation to assess the child's development, behavior, and overall functioning. Psychiatrists with expertise in autism are skilled at distinguishing the condition from other developmental or behavioral conditions that may share overlapping features, such as learning disorders. After diagnosis, psychiatrists may recommend a variety of supports, including behavioral interventions like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), occupational therapy, and/or family counseling. While there is no medication specific to autism, psychiatrists may prescribe medication to help manage co-occurring conditions like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or anxiety.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in autism?
Because autism presents differently in each individual and is typically identified in childhood, it is especially important to find a psychiatrist with experience working with young children and families. The Psychology Today online directory can help identify providers who specialize in autism and allows for filters based on treatment approaches, age group, and other preferences. When selecting a provider, it is helpful to ask about their specific experience with autism, their philosophy on therapy and medication use, and how they coordinate care with therapists, educators, and other members of a child's care team. Practical factors—such as appointment availability, insurance acceptance, and whether the provider offers in-person or telehealth visits—should also be taken into account to ensure a good fit.