Psychiatrists in District of Columbia
Svetlana Yakov
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
Yakov opened in Billings, MT, clinic to help people with advanced depression, bipolar, PTSD not responsive to traditional psychiatric methods of treatment.
Dr. Yakov is psychiatrist with combined background in medicine and neurology, participants of many clinical research projects and author numerous international/USA publications in neuropsychiatry on topics of movement disorders, smell/taste/hormonal abnormalities, sensory gaiting and sensory reduction methods in adult psychiatry. Since Psychiatry Residency training at University of Alabama of Birmingham (2012-2016), Dr. Yakov gained extensive experience in management treatment resistant depression/bipolar disorders and suicidal patients with novel antidepressant medications and cutting edge approaches (TMS, Spravato).
Yakov opened in Billings, MT, clinic to help people with advanced depression, bipolar, PTSD not responsive to traditional psychiatric methods of treatment.
Dr. Yakov is psychiatrist with combined background in medicine and neurology, participants of many clinical research projects and author numerous international/USA publications in neuropsychiatry on topics of movement disorders, smell/taste/hormonal abnormalities, sensory gaiting and sensory reduction methods in adult psychiatry. Since Psychiatry Residency training at University of Alabama of Birmingham (2012-2016), Dr. Yakov gained extensive experience in management treatment resistant depression/bipolar disorders and suicidal patients with novel antidepressant medications and cutting edge approaches (TMS, Spravato).
Arise & Shine Health Center, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
Our team of mental health providers and counselors have an extensive range of experience combining behavioral health, inpatient & out patient psychiatry experience, critical care, crisis management, and trauma-informed care.
We embrace an integrated, strength-based approach to promoting wellness. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families affected by a variety of behavioral health symptoms. We have worked extensively with children and adolescents struggling with significant mood and behavioral dysregulation related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety and ADHD. Our experience extends to college age. We will work with you to take control of your life so that you can be in charge once again. We are compassionate, warm, and welcoming mental health providers who focus on changing the lives of our patients .
Our team of mental health providers and counselors have an extensive range of experience combining behavioral health, inpatient & out patient psychiatry experience, critical care, crisis management, and trauma-informed care.
We embrace an integrated, strength-based approach to promoting wellness. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families affected by a variety of behavioral health symptoms. We have worked extensively with children and adolescents struggling with significant mood and behavioral dysregulation related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety and ADHD. Our experience extends to college age. We will work with you to take control of your life so that you can be in charge once again. We are compassionate, warm, and welcoming mental health providers who focus on changing the lives of our patients .
Adequate Healthcare LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20005 (Online Only)
Welcome to Adequate Healthcare LLC. We are happy that you want to take the first step in seeking professional services for your mental health. Are you sad, depressed, anxious, angry, having ADHD symptoms? Are your symptoms interfering with your ability to function at work, with your family, and in your social life, or is causing you to contemplate or plan to commit suicide, it would be a very good idea for you to consult with us in order to improve your mental health. Having your mental health treated improves your productivity, allowing you to focus on daily tasks and gives you the motivation to get things done in a timely manner.
Welcome to Adequate Healthcare LLC. We are happy that you want to take the first step in seeking professional services for your mental health. Are you sad, depressed, anxious, angry, having ADHD symptoms? Are your symptoms interfering with your ability to function at work, with your family, and in your social life, or is causing you to contemplate or plan to commit suicide, it would be a very good idea for you to consult with us in order to improve your mental health. Having your mental health treated improves your productivity, allowing you to focus on daily tasks and gives you the motivation to get things done in a timely manner.
Dr. Celia Regina Oliveira
Psychiatrist, MD, , MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006
I am a psychiatrist in private practice in Washington, DC and treat adults, young and older adolescents. As I was a pediatrician prior to becoming a psychiatrist, I am particularly interested in working with older adolescents and young adults who face a multitude of challenges as they progress into adulthood. Unlike many psychiatrists who prescribe medication only, I work with my clients through understanding and helping them in psychotherapy as well as providing expert treatment with the latest psychiatric medications.
I am a psychiatrist in private practice in Washington, DC and treat adults, young and older adolescents. As I was a pediatrician prior to becoming a psychiatrist, I am particularly interested in working with older adolescents and young adults who face a multitude of challenges as they progress into adulthood. Unlike many psychiatrists who prescribe medication only, I work with my clients through understanding and helping them in psychotherapy as well as providing expert treatment with the latest psychiatric medications.
Ralph Gemelli
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20007
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst providing individual psychotherapy, play therapy, couples therapy, pharmacotherapy and psychoanalysis to patients for the following presenting symptoms: anxiety, depression, poor school performance, stuttering, lack of motivation, and finding oneself in relationships with people who are devaluating and/or abusive. My interpersonal focus is to help each patient become aware of what he or she consciously or unconsciously does that prevents the patient from developing developmentally enhancing relationships with significant others.
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst providing individual psychotherapy, play therapy, couples therapy, pharmacotherapy and psychoanalysis to patients for the following presenting symptoms: anxiety, depression, poor school performance, stuttering, lack of motivation, and finding oneself in relationships with people who are devaluating and/or abusive. My interpersonal focus is to help each patient become aware of what he or she consciously or unconsciously does that prevents the patient from developing developmentally enhancing relationships with significant others.
Daniel M Podell
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20009
I am a psychiatrist and psychotherapist who treats adults and older adolescents with a wide range of psychological difficulties. My treatment approach stems from both my medical/psychiatric background and my extensive training in insight-oriented psychotherapy. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to the individual needs of each of my patients. I work with patients to help them better understand the nature of the difficulties they have been facing, and identify and make lasting progress towards their personal goals.
I am a psychiatrist and psychotherapist who treats adults and older adolescents with a wide range of psychological difficulties. My treatment approach stems from both my medical/psychiatric background and my extensive training in insight-oriented psychotherapy. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to the individual needs of each of my patients. I work with patients to help them better understand the nature of the difficulties they have been facing, and identify and make lasting progress towards their personal goals.
Dr. Tai Ajani
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMH-BC, AGNP-BC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP, PMHNP-BC, AGPCNP-BC is doctoral-prepared, dual board-certified in psychiatric mental health and adult gerontology nurse practitioner. She has more than 20 years of experience as a healthcare provider and has delivered high-quality health care to multicultural patients in outpatient and inpatient settings. At MindBodyPinnacle Health in Maryland, she offers holistic psychiatric care to individuals over the age 10 years.
Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP, PMHNP-BC, AGPCNP-BC is doctoral-prepared, dual board-certified in psychiatric mental health and adult gerontology nurse practitioner. She has more than 20 years of experience as a healthcare provider and has delivered high-quality health care to multicultural patients in outpatient and inpatient settings. At MindBodyPinnacle Health in Maryland, she offers holistic psychiatric care to individuals over the age 10 years.
Christopher J Tundo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20001
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in Silver Spring, MD and can see patients age 13 and up. I offer both in-person and telemedicine appointments with flexible scheduling. Evening and weekend appointments are available and can generally schedule patients within 14 days.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in Silver Spring, MD and can see patients age 13 and up. I offer both in-person and telemedicine appointments with flexible scheduling. Evening and weekend appointments are available and can generally schedule patients within 14 days.
Adolice Medical Services PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MSN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20011
My goal is to help the patients function at their full capacity by addressing factors, including environmental, that may lead to mental illnesses such as Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. Patients' physical and mental health is my priority and I am here to work with them through collaborative treatment. Excellent service with respect, compassion, and integrity is also our goal.
My goal is to help the patients function at their full capacity by addressing factors, including environmental, that may lead to mental illnesses such as Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia. Patients' physical and mental health is my priority and I am here to work with them through collaborative treatment. Excellent service with respect, compassion, and integrity is also our goal.
Anya MedSpa & Behavioral Health Center
Psychiatric Nurse, CRNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20002
*WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! BOOK TODAY AND BE SEEN WITHIN 24 HOURS! Addiction | ADHD | SCHIZOPHRENIA* Here at Anya MedSpa and Behavioral Health Center we have one of Prince George’s Counties’ best child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrists to diagnose and treat our clients, leading to improved mental well being. We utilize skills acquired over the past decade and integrated with knowledge of the newest technology and medication to provide you with compassionate care.
*WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! BOOK TODAY AND BE SEEN WITHIN 24 HOURS! Addiction | ADHD | SCHIZOPHRENIA* Here at Anya MedSpa and Behavioral Health Center we have one of Prince George’s Counties’ best child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrists to diagnose and treat our clients, leading to improved mental well being. We utilize skills acquired over the past decade and integrated with knowledge of the newest technology and medication to provide you with compassionate care.
Carlos Blanco
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20037 (Online Only)
I am a physician dually certified in general psychiatry and addiction medicine. I work in New York City, Washington, D.C., Maryland, Florida, California and Michigan. I specialize in psychopharmacology and talk therapy. I approach every patient as an individual with their own unique thoughts and feelings and work in a collaborative way to identify and achieve their individual goals. I am an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and addictive disorders (including gambling). I evaluate and treat patients of all severities with an emphasis on difficult to treat cases.
I am a physician dually certified in general psychiatry and addiction medicine. I work in New York City, Washington, D.C., Maryland, Florida, California and Michigan. I specialize in psychopharmacology and talk therapy. I approach every patient as an individual with their own unique thoughts and feelings and work in a collaborative way to identify and achieve their individual goals. I am an internationally recognized expert in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and addictive disorders (including gambling). I evaluate and treat patients of all severities with an emphasis on difficult to treat cases.
MJB Holisitc and Therapeutic Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, MSN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20001
MJB appreciate clients who are searching for an inclusive space to fully be who they are, without fear of judgement or shame. MJB believes in addressing the “whole” patient, and not the “hole” in the patient. We are committed to providing you with the support, care and resources you need to help you navigate this path to mental health healing. We strive to create a safe space for clients that will allow them to overcome challenges while working towards healing from their past and present life events.
MJB appreciate clients who are searching for an inclusive space to fully be who they are, without fear of judgement or shame. MJB believes in addressing the “whole” patient, and not the “hole” in the patient. We are committed to providing you with the support, care and resources you need to help you navigate this path to mental health healing. We strive to create a safe space for clients that will allow them to overcome challenges while working towards healing from their past and present life events.
Alexandru Serghi
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20016
Dr Serghi’s approach to the medical act is built around the central concept of biological, psychological and social determinants to human illness. The core principle of his practice is based on the application of the scientific method to the most current medical evidence for both the diagnosis and the treatment of brain disorders. In addition to expertise in neuropsychiatric diagnoses, Dr Serghi offers both brief psychotherapeutic interventions as well as long term psychodynamic psychotherapy, in combination with medication treatment only if indicated, within the absolute privacy and comfort of the patient-doctor therapeutic space.
Dr Serghi’s approach to the medical act is built around the central concept of biological, psychological and social determinants to human illness. The core principle of his practice is based on the application of the scientific method to the most current medical evidence for both the diagnosis and the treatment of brain disorders. In addition to expertise in neuropsychiatric diagnoses, Dr Serghi offers both brief psychotherapeutic interventions as well as long term psychodynamic psychotherapy, in combination with medication treatment only if indicated, within the absolute privacy and comfort of the patient-doctor therapeutic space.
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Trauma and PTSD Psychiatrists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.