Psychiatrists in Fairfax County, VA
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Robert O’Byrne
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
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Robert O’Byrne is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner (PMHNP) with more than 17 years of professional experience working with adults and seniors who are seeking assistance in coping with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic fatigue, familial conflict, chronic illness, life transitional difficulties, and much more. Robert earned his Bachelor's degree in Nursing from the University of Florida and his Master's degree in Nursing from the University of Virginia.
Jennifer Sims
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
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Ms. Jennifer Sims is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who has over 25 years of experience in psychiatry and in a variety of settings including inpatient, academics, and outpatient. Ms. Sims received her Master’s in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Indiana University. She is also a Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist and has an MBA. Her clinical passion is Patient-Centered Care and working in collaboration with Clients to assist them with their mental health well-being. She treats a variety of psychiatric disorders to include, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
Halima Al-Qawasmi
Psychiatrist, MD
I attended West Virginia University School of Medicine for both medical school and my residency training in Psychiatry. I am passionate about improving the lives of patients with mental illness through a combination of medication management and brief psychotherapy interventions. I practice Psychiatry using an integrative approach that includes coordination with other doctors, attempting to strengthen social supports, and encouraging healthy lifestyle choices.
Ahmed Jahangeer
Psychiatrist, MD
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I am a Board-certified General Psychiatrist providing consultations and treatment to promote the wellness for all patients. I have extensive experience in almost all Psychiatric disorders from childhood through late adulthood. I'm very dedicated to help patients improve their symptoms, to function to their best ability, and to maintain a happy and healthy life. My focus is on a balanced approach between medicines and non-medicinal interventions, and to provide in-depth education and support to my patients.
Sonal Jagasia
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
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Dr. Jagasia is a board-certified psychiatrist who is passionate about the care she provides to her patients. She has a special interest in treating adults who suffer from mood and anxiety disorders, such as depression, bipolar, generalized anxiety, panic, obsessive compulsive, and post-traumatic stress disorders. Her approach is unique as she utilizes both medications and mindfulness/cognitive behavioral approaches to treat her patients.
Erik Frost
Psychiatrist, MD
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We all have solutions within us – it is a matter of learning how to tap into these solutions. The most effective way to heal is by focusing on your strengths, harness into your available resources, while getting the symptoms under control. At inspire behavioral health, we consider all treatment options available and strive to take a balanced and integrative approach. While it’s necessary to target the symptoms that lead someone to get help, but it is also important to understand that people are much more than symptoms they are experiencing.
Alexandru Serghi
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
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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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Abimbola Odukoya
Psychiatrist, DO
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**NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS** I am a psychiatrist that specializes in treating women. My goal is to develop treatment plans that consider your individual needs. I integrate the use of medication with recommendations for therapy, lifestyle changes, and complementary and alternative approaches as appropriate. I am committed to providing compassionate, attentive, and respectful care while ensuring that visits are both collaborative and productive.
Amanjot Kaur
Psychiatrist, MD
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I am a Psychiatrist with dual training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry along with Adult Psychiatry. I specialize in treating mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, behavioral problems and incorporate my knowledge of psychotherapy along with psychopharmacology in my treatment approach. I provide psychotherapy and medication management as indicated, often in combination with an emphasis on care that is interactive and customized to best meet the individual needs of the person. I assess my patient's needs and tailor my approach to address them. I closely work with families as a unit of assessment and also as a unit of treatment.
Agnes M. Zorniak, M.D.
Psychiatrist, MD
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I am a Georgetown University trained psychiatrist with an extensive postgraduate training and experience. I practice evidence-based psychopharmacology, psychodynamic psychotherapy and integrative medicine. I specialize in intense short-term dynamic psychotherapy (ISTDP) that can lead to rapid and permanent recovery from a wide range of problems including anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-esteem and relationship problems, anger management issues, self-destructive behaviors and psychosomatic conditions. This model of therapy is very efficient and often works, even when previous therapies failed, or were only partially successful.
Yuelei Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
Dr. Dong practices general adult psychiatry. She graduated from Tianjin Medical University, China and completed her psychiatric residency at University of Maryland and Sheppard Pratt Hospital. Dr. Dong served as a staff psychiatrist at Sheppard Pratt Hospital for two years. She specializes in depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, trauma and relationship difficulties. Dr. Dong believes that medication management is most helpful when utilized in combination with psychotherapy.
Thaddeus M Garland MD LLC
Psychiatrist, MD
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Through Telemedicine, I enjoy getting to know my clients and helping them discover how to lead better lives from the comfort of home. I treat clients of all ages and issues and have special interests in Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Personality Disorders, Bipolar Disorder and Schizoprenia.
Young H Bae
Psychiatrist, MD
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I am a board-certified psychiatrist with over 35 years of experience in psychiatry. In addition to my career as a psychiatrist, I was ordained as a Christian Minister in 1999. I founded Vine Psychiatric Associates to provide healing based on modern psychiatric practice while integrating a spiritual approach. I provide medication management along with counseling (using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy approaches).
Christopher Alan Sendi
Psychiatrist
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We provide Ketamine infusions, ketamine assisted psychotherapy, home-based oral ketamine lozenges, ketamine nasal spray, and Spravato for depression, treatment resistant depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, OCD, chronic pain, CRPS, Migraines, headache disorders, and other medical problems. We can work with your current providers for medication management of mood disorders and addiction treatment, including Suboxone, Sublocade, and Vivitrol treatments. Ketamine is a rapidly acting and safe medication that diminishes depression within days to weeks as an ongoing therapy. Insurance does not cover this treatment.
Dr. Katarina (Doan-Thu) Nguyen
Psychiatrist, MD
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Sunshine Psychiatry focuses on caring for patients aged 5 to 30 through telemedicine for patients’ convenience and to leverage children’s and young adults’ ease with online interactions. We collaborate closely with you and tailor our care based on comprehensive, continual evaluation of your needs – from your stressors, symptoms and medication regimen, to your family and social history, support systems and life goals. We emphasize active discussion and involvement of our patients in care planning and want you to be empowered to make informed treatment decisions, personalized to your unique concerns and wants.
Shealyn Cyr
Psychiatrist, MD
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Shealyn Cyr, MD is a board-certified Psychiatrist in Virginia who has been practicing since 2006. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of Texas at San Antonio, her medical school at Texas A&M University, College of Medicine, and her Residency at the University of Texas at Southwestern. Dr. Cyr believes in a balanced approach to psychiatric health through a model that integrates medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, and thorough medical evaluation.
Mary June C So
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
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I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed in Maryland and Virginia. I received my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Georgetown University and my Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) from GMU. My training and experience include treating individuals with psychiatric disorders across practice settings, both inpatient and outpatient. I assess and treat adults and young adults with depression, anxiety, and attention-deficit disorders.
Gifty A
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN, CRNP
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Greetings! I am a nationally board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 12 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. My approach is patient-centered and holistic, creating a therapeutic partnership with each client. I advocate for patient empowerment through family and patient education, clear communication, and trust to help improve quality of life. My experience in medical and mental health allows me to make appropriate treatment plans, therapy and medication recommendations, if necessary. I believe in treating the root cause and not just treating symptoms.
Dr. Mercedes Driscoll
Psychiatrist, MD
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Dr. Mercedes Driscoll is a board-certified psychiatrist in Reston, VA. She works with Improve Life PLLC to treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, sleep issues, PTSD and more. She has 5+ years’ experience as a Chief of Inpatient Behavioral Health Services and Medical Director. She is proficient in conducting evaluations on a wide range of the population including medication management and therapy. Furthermore, she is board certified by the ABPN and she is a fellow of the American Psychiatry Association. She has mentored and educated medical students, NP students, and PA students. In addition, she has extensive experience
Madhu Bhatia
Psychiatrist, MD
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I have more than 20 years of experience in treating Adults ,Adolescents and children.My goal of treatment is to help the patients become well adjusted emotionally and socially and entails a combination of cognitive therapy and psychopharmacology.My special interest is in treating patients with Mood disorders and Trauma
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Fairfax County is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Fairfax County Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in Fairfax County has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Fairfax County, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Fairfax County Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in Fairfax County is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Fairfax County Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in Fairfax County has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Fairfax County, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Fairfax County Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
How to find the right Psychiatrist?
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Fairfax County, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Fairfax County, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Fairfax County as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Fairfax County). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Fairfax County, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Fairfax County, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Fairfax County as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Fairfax County). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.