Behavioral Issues Psychiatrists in Malvern, PA
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.
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 support adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, serious mental illness, and major life transitions. 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. If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, we’ll move at a pace that feels manageable and supportive. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, valued, and understood while building practical tools, confidence, and resilience to support meaningful, lasting change in your daily life and relationships.
I support adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, serious mental illness, and major life transitions. 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. If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, we’ll move at a pace that feels manageable and supportive. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, valued, and understood while building practical tools, confidence, and resilience to support meaningful, lasting change in your daily life and relationships.
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.
Dr. Reilly-Prado is currently accepting new patients from 5 to 25 years old.
She is a double board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in both general psychiatry and pediatric psychiatry. With over 10 years experience, she has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges children, teens, and families face when it comes to mental health. Her approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual’s needs. She works collaboratively with the family to come up with the best treatment plan for an individual. She is out of network with insurance but will provide superbills for insurance reimbursement.
Dr. Reilly-Prado is currently accepting new patients from 5 to 25 years old.
She is a double board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in both general psychiatry and pediatric psychiatry. With over 10 years experience, she has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges children, teens, and families face when it comes to mental health. Her approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual’s needs. She works collaboratively with the family to come up with the best treatment plan for an individual. She is out of network with insurance but will provide superbills for insurance reimbursement.
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.
Jeffrey Naser MD, LLC is a private, fee-for service psychiatric practice in Berwyn PA. Dr. Naser's team includes Ms. Maria Capriotti and Ms. Terri Leone, both Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. We provide psychiatric assessment, second opinions and medication management for children, teens and adults. We have significant experience working with a range of psychiatric challenges including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, OCD, PTSD, and others. Our initial evalations are done in-person. We offer a choice for follow up visits, either remote or in-person. We work hard to provide a trusting and collaborative relationship.
Jeffrey Naser MD, LLC is a private, fee-for service psychiatric practice in Berwyn PA. Dr. Naser's team includes Ms. Maria Capriotti and Ms. Terri Leone, both Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. We provide psychiatric assessment, second opinions and medication management for children, teens and adults. We have significant experience working with a range of psychiatric challenges including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, OCD, PTSD, and others. Our initial evalations are done in-person. We offer a choice for follow up visits, either remote or in-person. We work hard to provide a trusting and collaborative relationship.
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I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 15 years of experience providing evidence-based mental health care through telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, and emotional regulation concerns. I support individuals and families seeking greater clarity, balance, and coping skills to improve daily functioning at home, school, work, and in relationships.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 15 years of experience providing evidence-based mental health care through telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, and emotional regulation concerns. I support individuals and families seeking greater clarity, balance, and coping skills to improve daily functioning at home, school, work, and in relationships.
Dr. Burritt is Board Certified in both General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and has experience working with all ages from young children to older adults from various backgrounds. His training enabled him to see a wide range of patient situations at hospitals including Einstein, Jefferson, and Nemours DuPont. He enjoys working with individuals as well as couples and families. In addition to treating specific symptoms such as depression or anxiety, patients and he have worked together to address other challenges such as improving relationships or identifying what is blocking them from getting more out of life.
Dr. Burritt is Board Certified in both General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and has experience working with all ages from young children to older adults from various backgrounds. His training enabled him to see a wide range of patient situations at hospitals including Einstein, Jefferson, and Nemours DuPont. He enjoys working with individuals as well as couples and families. In addition to treating specific symptoms such as depression or anxiety, patients and he have worked together to address other challenges such as improving relationships or identifying what is blocking them from getting more out of life.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 22 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and significant life transitions. My approach is grounded in warmth, understanding, and collaboration, with a focus on helping clients feel supported as they work toward healing, insight, and emotional balance.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 22 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and significant life transitions. My approach is grounded in warmth, understanding, and collaboration, with a focus on helping clients feel supported as they work toward healing, insight, and emotional balance.
Tangular Barnes, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, is a dual-certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner, bringing a wealth of expertise to Premier Professional Counseling Services. Her comprehensive approach to mental health care is a cornerstone of our expanded services.
With a master’s degree in nursing from Walden University and specialized certification in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Southern Mississippi, Tangular integrates a profound clinical understanding with a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Tangular Barnes, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, is a dual-certified Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner, bringing a wealth of expertise to Premier Professional Counseling Services. Her comprehensive approach to mental health care is a cornerstone of our expanded services.
With a master’s degree in nursing from Walden University and specialized certification in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Southern Mississippi, Tangular integrates a profound clinical understanding with a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Now Accepting Clients for Telehealth Appointments! Balance Point Wellness is a community-based holistic mental health and wellness center that provides counseling/psychotherapy, psychiatry, and nutrition counseling to individuals and families in Pennsylvania. We are here to help your mind, body, and soul.
Now Accepting Clients for Telehealth Appointments! Balance Point Wellness is a community-based holistic mental health and wellness center that provides counseling/psychotherapy, psychiatry, and nutrition counseling to individuals and families in Pennsylvania. We are here to help your mind, body, and soul.
In addition to medication management, I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally-focused, faith-based, and person-centered techniques into treatment.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep/insomnia, and other concerns not listed. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. As a PMHNP, my role includes providing education, advocating for mental health, offering therapy, and managing medications.
In addition to medication management, I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally-focused, faith-based, and person-centered techniques into treatment.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep/insomnia, and other concerns not listed. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. As a PMHNP, my role includes providing education, advocating for mental health, offering therapy, and managing medications.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and behavioral concerns.
I earned my master’s degree in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and holistic, integrating psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, coping strategies, and lifestyle interventions. I coordinate care with families, therapists, schools, and providers when appropriate.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and behavioral concerns.
I earned my master’s degree in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and holistic, integrating psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, coping strategies, and lifestyle interventions. I coordinate care with families, therapists, schools, and providers when appropriate.
My approach to treatment is personalized, combining cognitive behavioral therapy, medication management, and other research-backed strategies to help develop coping skills and achieve long-term stability.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience. I have worked in inpatient and outpatient settings, crisis intervention, and as an acute care nurse at three different teaching hospitals in Pennsylvania. I specialize in treating mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, psychotic disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders (ADD, ADHD, ASD), anxiety disorders, and chronic mental illness through meticulous psychiatric assessment, medication management, and brief psychotherapeutic intervention. I work with clients of all ages.
My approach to treatment is personalized, combining cognitive behavioral therapy, medication management, and other research-backed strategies to help develop coping skills and achieve long-term stability.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience. I have worked in inpatient and outpatient settings, crisis intervention, and as an acute care nurse at three different teaching hospitals in Pennsylvania. I specialize in treating mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, psychotic disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders (ADD, ADHD, ASD), anxiety disorders, and chronic mental illness through meticulous psychiatric assessment, medication management, and brief psychotherapeutic intervention. I work with clients of all ages.
My ideal client would be anyone who is struggling with their mental health and is open and willing to work with me as a team to successfully come up with a treatment plan that is safe and effective.
My ideal client would be anyone who is struggling with their mental health and is open and willing to work with me as a team to successfully come up with a treatment plan that is safe and effective.
Hi! I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in Pennsylvania. I work with adults who feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected and are ready to reconnect with themselves and start healing from the inside out. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative — I see mental health as deeply connected to the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. Together, we’ll explore not only your symptoms but also the patterns, stressors, and life experiences that may be affecting your sense of balance and well-being.
Hi! I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in Pennsylvania. I work with adults who feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected and are ready to reconnect with themselves and start healing from the inside out. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative — I see mental health as deeply connected to the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. Together, we’ll explore not only your symptoms but also the patterns, stressors, and life experiences that may be affecting your sense of balance and well-being.
Lauren Montalvo brings 10 years of medical experience that has culminated in treating children, adolescents, and adults for ADHD, addiction, MAT, ASD, bipolar, psychotic, anxiety and mood disorders, PTSD, and PANS/PANDAS. She integrates principles of functional and integrative medicine, supplements, medications, and genetic testing into her approach. Lauren holds certifications in health coaching, medical interpretation, and has also worked in primary and urgent care, which lends itself well to treating the holistic person. Hablo espanol y quiero ayudarle para tener una mejor calidad de vida. Licensed in NJ and PA. Awaiting FL & NY.
Lauren Montalvo brings 10 years of medical experience that has culminated in treating children, adolescents, and adults for ADHD, addiction, MAT, ASD, bipolar, psychotic, anxiety and mood disorders, PTSD, and PANS/PANDAS. She integrates principles of functional and integrative medicine, supplements, medications, and genetic testing into her approach. Lauren holds certifications in health coaching, medical interpretation, and has also worked in primary and urgent care, which lends itself well to treating the holistic person. Hablo espanol y quiero ayudarle para tener una mejor calidad de vida. Licensed in NJ and PA. Awaiting FL & NY.
As a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for a few years, and I cut across all ages who are struggling with anxiety and depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and personality disorders.
As a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for a few years, and I cut across all ages who are struggling with anxiety and depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and personality disorders.
Inspire Behavioral Health is a private psychiatry practice serving clients across the lifespan seeking to improve and maintain their emotional well-being.
We work with you to understand your depression or mania, your impulsivity concerns, as well as your impairing anxiety. We also treat sleep & eating disorders, personality-disordered symptoms, and persons who have been affected by trauma. Additionally, IBH offers specialty services in the treatment of addiction disorders.
Inspire Behavioral Health is a private psychiatry practice serving clients across the lifespan seeking to improve and maintain their emotional well-being.
We work with you to understand your depression or mania, your impulsivity concerns, as well as your impairing anxiety. We also treat sleep & eating disorders, personality-disordered symptoms, and persons who have been affected by trauma. Additionally, IBH offers specialty services in the treatment of addiction disorders.
“Who do you resonate with?” That’s where Dr. Meyers begins—with curiosity. Both storyteller and physician, he pairs relational insights with the medical depth only an MD can provide. You get therapy and medication in one place—a one-stop shop for mental wellness—from an expert who understands neurobiology in relation to your symptoms and goals. “I focus on what’s meaningful to you,” says Dr. Meyers. Whether you’re craving joy, peace, stability or connection, he partners with you to make sense of your story—and rewrite it.
“Who do you resonate with?” That’s where Dr. Meyers begins—with curiosity. Both storyteller and physician, he pairs relational insights with the medical depth only an MD can provide. You get therapy and medication in one place—a one-stop shop for mental wellness—from an expert who understands neurobiology in relation to your symptoms and goals. “I focus on what’s meaningful to you,” says Dr. Meyers. Whether you’re craving joy, peace, stability or connection, he partners with you to make sense of your story—and rewrite it.
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FAQ - Behavioral Issues Psychiatrists
How can a behavioral psychiatrists help?
Behavioral issues is a general term used to encompass conditions like Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder (CD), which significantly impact the behavior and emotional functioning of children and adolescents. These disorders are characterized by disruptive behaviors that create substantial challenges for children and their family across emotional, academic, and social domains. Psychiatrists specializing in behavioral issues have expertise in diagnosing these conditions and crafting treatment plans. Their approach typically integrates therapy and medication while helping families navigate supportive services. Psychiatrists may also address underlying factors—such as trauma—that may fuel behavioral disturbances.
What treatment approaches are used for behavioral issues?
Because behavioral issues can present in a variety of ways, treatment is usually very individualized. Psychotherapeutic approaches—such as age-appropriate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), or play therapy—are commonly used to help children improve emotional regulation and communication skills. For parents and caregivers, psychiatrists can also offer support—such as by helping them manage challenging behaviors and strengthen parent-child trust. Medications can also be effective in some cases to help manage symptoms and help regulate mood. When medication is recommended, it is typically paired with behavioral strategies and ongoing monitoring to ensure safety and effectiveness.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in behavioral issues?
Psychology Today's online directory serves as a valuable resource for families seeking qualified psychiatrists (MDs) or psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in behavioral issues. The platform's search filters enable users to identify providers with specific expertise in areas such as oppositional behavior, medication management, and psychological evaluation. Families can refine their search based on multiple criteria including age group specialization (e.g. children or adolescents), accepted insurance plans, geographic location, and session fees. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, families should inquire about their specific treatment philosophy, as well as their commitment to collaborating with school professionals and other members of the child's care team.