Dr. Susan D Rich
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, DFAPA
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Potomac, MD 20854
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A Distinguished Fellow in the American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Susan Rich treats children, teens & young adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, FASD/ND-PAE, and high functioning autism. Dr. Rich also works with women using a comprehensive approach to mental wellness. Is your child or teen struggling to meet the demands and pressures of school, college applications, transitioning to young adulthood? Are you seeking psychiatric care that combines psychotherapy with medication? You may be interested in Dr. Rich's holistic, integrative methods, combining psychotherapy with medication using strengths-based, concrete approaches.
Dr. Rich's integrative methods for evaluation, therapy and/or medication include nearly two decades of experience evaluating and treating patients with anxiety, depression, neurodevelopmental issues, and trauma histories. A comprehensive evaluation includes a diagnostic medical assessment and holistic treatment plan tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Mood/anxiety, attention, and/or social/emotional problems can leave kids, teens, and adults struggling to balance demands of school, work, friendships, and family. An individualized, holistic approach may help understand root causes and help create solutions for change. Though not easy, the first step is to find a physician you can trust to help guide you.
Call or Email Dr. Susan D Rich now for a free 15 minute consultation - (240) 434-0458
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Finances
Fees
- Standard Visit $330
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Wire, ZelleInsurance
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Dr. Susan D Rich
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, DFAPA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 434-0458
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: Maryland / D62027 Susan D Rich
- In Practice for 20 years
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Graduated 2001
- Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Certificate from Georgetown University Medical Center Psychiatry Residency / 2004
- Certificate from Children's National Medical Center Child/Adolescent Psychiatry / 2006
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Susan D Rich
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, DFAPA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 434-0458
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Women's Issues
- Prenatal Alcohol/Drug Exposure
Expertise
- ADHD
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Caregivers
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Neurodevelopmental Disorder associated with PAE
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Weight Loss
Dr. Susan D Rich
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, DFAPA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 434-0458
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Animal Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Nature/Horticulture Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Dr. Susan D Rich
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, DFAPA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 434-0458