Medication Management Psychiatrists in Annandale, VA
JaeHoon Kim, PMHNP, Lazarus Psychiatry LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, MS
Annandale, VA 22003
Mood disorders do not exist without psychosocial issues, such as school performance, employment conflict, unemployment, middle life crisis, marriage conflicts, divorce, parenting, broken family, financial troubles, bankruptcy, family deaths, etc. Manic symptoms can be taken as wild and difficult personality and a person can live years and years of social and emotional hardships without assessment and treatment. Undetected psychotic symptoms such as prodromal phase of schizophrenia in adolescent can delay treatment, resulting in isolation and violence. The pandemic has caused unimaginable degrees of various mood disturbances.
Mood disorders do not exist without psychosocial issues, such as school performance, employment conflict, unemployment, middle life crisis, marriage conflicts, divorce, parenting, broken family, financial troubles, bankruptcy, family deaths, etc. Manic symptoms can be taken as wild and difficult personality and a person can live years and years of social and emotional hardships without assessment and treatment. Undetected psychotic symptoms such as prodromal phase of schizophrenia in adolescent can delay treatment, resulting in isolation and violence. The pandemic has caused unimaginable degrees of various mood disturbances.
JaeHoon Kim, PMHNP, Lazarus Psychiatry LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, MS
2 Endorsed
Annandale, VA 22003
Would it be possible to be a family practitioner who has a kind bedside manner, is on a first-name basis with many patients and also, when needed, can make house calls? This is what I used to watch when I grew up, Marcus Welby, M.D. He left me an image of a doctor with humanity in his office as well as mature medical craftmanship. Managed care environment makes this type of practice difficult, but this is my goal to provide compassionate care, filling the gap in the healthcare system whether it is caused by stigma, culture, or finance.
Would it be possible to be a family practitioner who has a kind bedside manner, is on a first-name basis with many patients and also, when needed, can make house calls? This is what I used to watch when I grew up, Marcus Welby, M.D. He left me an image of a doctor with humanity in his office as well as mature medical craftmanship. Managed care environment makes this type of practice difficult, but this is my goal to provide compassionate care, filling the gap in the healthcare system whether it is caused by stigma, culture, or finance.
Clarity in the Chaos,
Psychiatric crises—such as a first episode of psychosis, emerging mania, or severe mood instability—require more than routine care. Individuals and families often feel overwhelmed, uncertain, and in need of clear medical guidance. My practice is designed for those seeking stability, clarity, and long-term functional recovery through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care.
Clarity in the Chaos,
Psychiatric crises—such as a first episode of psychosis, emerging mania, or severe mood instability—require more than routine care. Individuals and families often feel overwhelmed, uncertain, and in need of clear medical guidance. My practice is designed for those seeking stability, clarity, and long-term functional recovery through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care.
Dr. Rafiq is certified as an Adult and Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. NV Mental Health is the culmination of one man’s dedication to patient care and mental wellbeing. Dr. Rafiq understands the importance of doctor-patient communication, whether the patient is an adult with all range of psychiatric needs such as anxiety, depression or other mood disorders or a child battling a mood disorder, ADHD or Autism. Dr. Rafiq efficiently evaluates each patient’s unique challenges, learning what is at the root of the situation, then helps that patient move toward positive mental health.
Dr. Rafiq is certified as an Adult and Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. NV Mental Health is the culmination of one man’s dedication to patient care and mental wellbeing. Dr. Rafiq understands the importance of doctor-patient communication, whether the patient is an adult with all range of psychiatric needs such as anxiety, depression or other mood disorders or a child battling a mood disorder, ADHD or Autism. Dr. Rafiq efficiently evaluates each patient’s unique challenges, learning what is at the root of the situation, then helps that patient move toward positive mental health.
We support clients facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and substance use concerns through psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychoeducation, and coordinated care.
I offer compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, teens, adults, and older adults. I specialize in evaluations, medication management, and support for depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and substance use. My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, and empowered toward healing and stability.
We support clients facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and substance use concerns through psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychoeducation, and coordinated care.
I offer compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, teens, adults, and older adults. I specialize in evaluations, medication management, and support for depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and substance use. My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, and empowered toward healing and stability.
While I’ve worked with all age groups, I specialize in medication management for ages 5-65.
I believe the most effective treatment comes from a collaborative approach, where we work together to create a plan that supports meaningful progress toward your mental health goals.
While I’ve worked with all age groups, I specialize in medication management for ages 5-65.
I believe the most effective treatment comes from a collaborative approach, where we work together to create a plan that supports meaningful progress toward your mental health goals.
I incorporate supportive therapy, use of positive coping skills and medication management (if needed).
I serve patients 18 years and older who are experiencing mental health concerns such as but not limited to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia and other mental health disorders.
I incorporate supportive therapy, use of positive coping skills and medication management (if needed).
I serve patients 18 years and older who are experiencing mental health concerns such as but not limited to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia and other mental health disorders.
Greetings! I am a doctoral prepared board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider (CMHIMP) with over 12 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics in mental health. My approach is patient-centered and holistic, creating a partnership with each client to help improve quality of life. I use an integrative approach which includes a combination of lifestyle, nutrition, and traditional medication recommendations, when necessary. I believe in advocating for patient empowerment, clear communication and education to achieve set goals.
Greetings! I am a doctoral prepared board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider (CMHIMP) with over 12 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics in mental health. My approach is patient-centered and holistic, creating a partnership with each client to help improve quality of life. I use an integrative approach which includes a combination of lifestyle, nutrition, and traditional medication recommendations, when necessary. I believe in advocating for patient empowerment, clear communication and education to achieve set goals.
Maggie is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She has a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and minor in Neuroscience from Miami University. Since 2013 she has worked in various settings, such as: community mental health, private practice, corrections, and skilled/assisted nursing facilities.
Maggie is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She has a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and minor in Neuroscience from Miami University. Since 2013 she has worked in various settings, such as: community mental health, private practice, corrections, and skilled/assisted nursing facilities.
Hi, I’m Mary Daniels, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience in psychiatric nursing. I have a passion for helping adults and adolescents navigate mental health challenges and reclaim their sense of well-being. I work with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and life stressors, and who are ready to take meaningful steps toward healing and growth.
Many of my clients are looking for more than just symptom relief they want to understand themselves better, break free from limiting patterns, and create lasting, positive change.
Hi, I’m Mary Daniels, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience in psychiatric nursing. I have a passion for helping adults and adolescents navigate mental health challenges and reclaim their sense of well-being. I work with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and life stressors, and who are ready to take meaningful steps toward healing and growth.
Many of my clients are looking for more than just symptom relief they want to understand themselves better, break free from limiting patterns, and create lasting, positive change.
I am a Board Certified adult psychiatrist with subspecialty training and certification in Consultation Liaison (C-L) psychiatry. I have extensive clinical experience in working with inpatient and outpatient population. During my extra year of training in C-L Psychiatry, I learned to integrate medical conditions into mental health. I am experienced in working with people from different cultural background and have learned to incorporate cultural factors into the treatment process. I believe in providing collaborative care, and would like to involve parents and families to provide best available treatment.
I am a Board Certified adult psychiatrist with subspecialty training and certification in Consultation Liaison (C-L) psychiatry. I have extensive clinical experience in working with inpatient and outpatient population. During my extra year of training in C-L Psychiatry, I learned to integrate medical conditions into mental health. I am experienced in working with people from different cultural background and have learned to incorporate cultural factors into the treatment process. I believe in providing collaborative care, and would like to involve parents and families to provide best available treatment.
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Murphy provides psychiatric assessments and medication management along with brief supportive psychotherapy.
Dr. Murphy formally served as Chief of Behavioral Health Services at Ft. Eustis, Virginia. He has previously provided Acute Care and Residential Treatment at Newport News Behavioral Health Center, outpatient services in the community and Foster Care system, and recently served as Medical Director of Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center.
Murphy provides psychiatric assessments and medication management along with brief supportive psychotherapy.
Dr. Murphy formally served as Chief of Behavioral Health Services at Ft. Eustis, Virginia. He has previously provided Acute Care and Residential Treatment at Newport News Behavioral Health Center, outpatient services in the community and Foster Care system, and recently served as Medical Director of Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center.
Dr. Wood graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine in 1982. He completed his residency in General Psychiatry at VCU Health, where he served as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Virginia Treatment Center for Children. Over the course of 36 years, he served as a Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at VCU School of Medicine, and during his last decade there, he held the role of Senior Associate Dean of Medical Education and Student Affairs.
Dr. Wood graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine in 1982. He completed his residency in General Psychiatry at VCU Health, where he served as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Virginia Treatment Center for Children. Over the course of 36 years, he served as a Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at VCU School of Medicine, and during his last decade there, he held the role of Senior Associate Dean of Medical Education and Student Affairs.
Hedgpeth primarily focuses on medication management, he understands that mental health often requires approaches from multiple perspectives.
Dr. Hedgpeth graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, NC. He completed his adult psychiatry residency training at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System in Richmond, VA.
Hedgpeth primarily focuses on medication management, he understands that mental health often requires approaches from multiple perspectives.
Dr. Hedgpeth graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, NC. He completed his adult psychiatry residency training at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System in Richmond, VA.
She approaches her medication management with consistency and compassion providing education to patients and families along with supportive therapy
Anita enjoys collaborating with counseling providers to give her patients the best care including the development of comprehensive treatment plans. Outside the office, Anita enjoys reading, driving, decorating, and playing volleyball.Anita enjoys collaborating with counseling providers to give her patients the best care including the development of comprehen
She approaches her medication management with consistency and compassion providing education to patients and families along with supportive therapy
Anita enjoys collaborating with counseling providers to give her patients the best care including the development of comprehensive treatment plans. Outside the office, Anita enjoys reading, driving, decorating, and playing volleyball.Anita enjoys collaborating with counseling providers to give her patients the best care including the development of comprehen
I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, and dementia-related behavioral changes, and I provide a combination of medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and psychoeducation.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 2 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with clients across the lifespan who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, mood disorders, stress management, and adjustment difficulties. In my practice, I focus on helping clients stabilize mood, reduce anxiety, enhance emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and build long-term resilience while supporting their overall growth and quality of life.
I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, and dementia-related behavioral changes, and I provide a combination of medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and psychoeducation.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 2 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with clients across the lifespan who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, mood disorders, stress management, and adjustment difficulties. In my practice, I focus on helping clients stabilize mood, reduce anxiety, enhance emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and build long-term resilience while supporting their overall growth and quality of life.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and inperson therapy and psychiatry services, covered by most major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and inperson therapy and psychiatry services, covered by most major insurance plans.
I take a collaborative approach to treatment, working together with you to find the best path forward, including medication management when appropriate, to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
You’ve tried ignoring it. You’ve tried powering through. Now you’re ready for something different. I will create a space to stop surviving and start healing. Ready when you are. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am passionate about delivering thoughtful, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique needs. My approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate, nonjudgmental support to create a space where you feel truly heard, understood, and empowered.
I take a collaborative approach to treatment, working together with you to find the best path forward, including medication management when appropriate, to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
You’ve tried ignoring it. You’ve tried powering through. Now you’re ready for something different. I will create a space to stop surviving and start healing. Ready when you are. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am passionate about delivering thoughtful, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique needs. My approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate, nonjudgmental support to create a space where you feel truly heard, understood, and empowered.
With over 23 years of experience, I specialize in providing comprehensive mental healthcare with medication management and therapy services, beginning with an initial psychiatric evaluation.
I deliver effective and personalized mental health services for a wide range of disorders, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. I employ specialized medication treatment options tailored to each patient's needs. I foster healthy, respectful, and caring relationships with all my patients.
With over 23 years of experience, I specialize in providing comprehensive mental healthcare with medication management and therapy services, beginning with an initial psychiatric evaluation.
I deliver effective and personalized mental health services for a wide range of disorders, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. I employ specialized medication treatment options tailored to each patient's needs. I foster healthy, respectful, and caring relationships with all my patients.
Galaxy Behavioral Health - Anansa Thompson,
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes mental health care should actually feel helpful. I work with people who feel stuck; whether they’ve tried treatment before and didn’t get results, feel misunderstood, are just starting out, or are dealing with past trauma. I keep things real while offering support, education, and a judgment-free space. Together, we focus on what’s actually going to help you move forward and feel more like yourself again.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes mental health care should actually feel helpful. I work with people who feel stuck; whether they’ve tried treatment before and didn’t get results, feel misunderstood, are just starting out, or are dealing with past trauma. I keep things real while offering support, education, and a judgment-free space. Together, we focus on what’s actually going to help you move forward and feel more like yourself again.
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FAQ - Medication Management Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with medication management?
What distinguishes psychiatrists from other mental health professionals is their medical training and ability to prescribe and manage psychiatric medications. Medication management encompasses the ongoing monitoring and adjustment of a client's medications—including types, dosages, and combinations—to ensure optimal treatment of clinical symptoms while minimizing adverse effects. Before prescribing medication, psychiatrists will typically conduct an evaluation that includes an assessment of the client's symptoms, medical history, and previous psychiatric diagnoses. Then, they will develop an individualized treatment plan that may include medication, if appropriate. Once medication is initiated, psychiatrists work closely with clients to monitor their response to the treatment and make necessary adjustments to ensure both safety and effectiveness.
What is the psychiatrist's approach to medication and overall treatment?
Most psychiatrists take a holistic approach to medication treatment, recognizing that medication alone is rarely most effective. They typically recommend that clients also engage in psychotherapy or counseling to address any underlying causes of their mental health challenges. Additionally, many psychiatrists collaborate with clients to implement lifestyle modifications that can significantly improve mental health outcomes, such as establishing a healthy sleep routine, developing better stress management techniques, incorporating regular exercise, and building healthy relationships.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in medication management?
The Psychology Today directory is a useful tool to find psychiatrists who specialize in medication management. Using the search filters, clients can search for professionals with expertise in specific conditions, such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use, or trauma. If desired, clients can also narrow their search to providers who share their identity, such as identifying as a specific gender or practicing a given religion. When speaking with potential psychiatrists, it can be helpful to ask about their specific expertise in treating your condition and inquire about their approach to medication and behavioral interventions in general. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.