Psychiatrists in Virginia
Hui Suk Kuk
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Her specialties include anxiety, stress, trauma/PTSD, sleep/insomnia, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, women’s issues, and depression.
Ms. Hui Suk (“Hee-sook”) Kuk is a bilingual (Korean, English) board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. Ms. Kuk obtained her Bachelor's degree in Nursing at George Washington University and completed a degree in Advanced Nursing Practice at the University of Virginia-Charlottesville. She specializes in Psychiatry by training in Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing at UVA.
Her specialties include anxiety, stress, trauma/PTSD, sleep/insomnia, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, women’s issues, and depression.
Ms. Hui Suk (“Hee-sook”) Kuk is a bilingual (Korean, English) board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. Ms. Kuk obtained her Bachelor's degree in Nursing at George Washington University and completed a degree in Advanced Nursing Practice at the University of Virginia-Charlottesville. She specializes in Psychiatry by training in Psychiatric-Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing at UVA.
Grace Lee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20191
Grace is a certified and licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state of Virginia. She received her Master's degree in Nursing from the University of Virginia. Grace envisions to provide mental health services to adolescents and adults in managing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD and ADHD. Her care goal especially focuses on the vulnerable population such as women and minority. She is culturally-sensitive and can provide bilingual care in English and Korean. Grace emphasizes the importance of holistic approach in working with her clients.
Grace is a certified and licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state of Virginia. She received her Master's degree in Nursing from the University of Virginia. Grace envisions to provide mental health services to adolescents and adults in managing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD and ADHD. Her care goal especially focuses on the vulnerable population such as women and minority. She is culturally-sensitive and can provide bilingual care in English and Korean. Grace emphasizes the importance of holistic approach in working with her clients.
Dr. Mee Young Sowa
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Finding a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who actively listens to your concerns with empathy is crucial for navigating the complexities of managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, mood swings, and difficulties with focus and attention. For adults, this journey often involves reestablishing connections both with others and with themselves, recognizing that healing goes beyond medication alone. Adolescents face additional challenges, including bullying, academic stress, and struggles in school, highlighting the importance of support tailored to their unique needs.
Finding a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who actively listens to your concerns with empathy is crucial for navigating the complexities of managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, mood swings, and difficulties with focus and attention. For adults, this journey often involves reestablishing connections both with others and with themselves, recognizing that healing goes beyond medication alone. Adolescents face additional challenges, including bullying, academic stress, and struggles in school, highlighting the importance of support tailored to their unique needs.
Ella Hong
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22203
Hello! I am a board-certified, NIMH fellowship-trained psychiatrist with a holistic, integrative, and collaborative approach to treatment. I invite a dynamic and engaged process with patients to help me understand them.
Hello! I am a board-certified, NIMH fellowship-trained psychiatrist with a holistic, integrative, and collaborative approach to treatment. I invite a dynamic and engaged process with patients to help me understand them.
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ADHD Psychiatrists
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.