Female Psychiatrists in Covington, WA

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Senami Edalere-Lukula
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC, FPA
12 Endorsed
Covington, WA 98042
Are you struggling with focus, anxiety, mood changes, or feeling mentally overwhelmed and unsure where to start? I provide evidence-based psychiatric medication management for adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and mood instability. My approach is practical and collaborative, with a focus on helping you feel more stable, functional, and confident in your daily life. At Complete Care Behavioral Health, PLLC, I take time to understand your symptoms, history, and treatment goals before making medication decisions. Care is individualized and grounded in clear education.
Are you struggling with focus, anxiety, mood changes, or feeling mentally overwhelmed and unsure where to start? I provide evidence-based psychiatric medication management for adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and mood instability. My approach is practical and collaborative, with a focus on helping you feel more stable, functional, and confident in your daily life. At Complete Care Behavioral Health, PLLC, I take time to understand your symptoms, history, and treatment goals before making medication decisions. Care is individualized and grounded in clear education.
(708) 765-6432 View (708) 765-6432
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Ashley Barbee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
YES! Accepting new patients! I completely understand how anxiety, ADHD, depression, and OCD can prevent individuals from living their best lives. I want to help. I have over 20 years of experience and expertise in helping people manage their mental health and well-being in adult and child/adolescent psychiatry. While providing medication management for all mental health-related issues, I specialize in Treatment Resistant Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, OCD, and Disordered Eating. I recognize every person's unique needs and commit to supporting my patients every step of the way by ensuring their well-being is always prioritized.
YES! Accepting new patients! I completely understand how anxiety, ADHD, depression, and OCD can prevent individuals from living their best lives. I want to help. I have over 20 years of experience and expertise in helping people manage their mental health and well-being in adult and child/adolescent psychiatry. While providing medication management for all mental health-related issues, I specialize in Treatment Resistant Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, OCD, and Disordered Eating. I recognize every person's unique needs and commit to supporting my patients every step of the way by ensuring their well-being is always prioritized.
(206) 350-6188 View (206) 350-6188
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Ely Yin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
As your provider, I am committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered in your mental health journey. My name is Haoxin “Eileen” Yin, and I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner passionate about mental wellness and the people who seek it. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Case Western Reserve University and my Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. I believe in educating both myself and others about how mental health is experienced across diverse backgrounds and life circumstances.
As your provider, I am committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered in your mental health journey. My name is Haoxin “Eileen” Yin, and I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner passionate about mental wellness and the people who seek it. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Case Western Reserve University and my Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. I believe in educating both myself and others about how mental health is experienced across diverse backgrounds and life circumstances.
(630) 626-8322 View (630) 626-8322
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Dr. Agnes Maramba
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Serves Area
I offer same-day or immediate appointments for in-person or telehealth services. I specialize in ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Are you an adult who thinks you have an undiagnosed or misdiagnosed ADHD? Have you been feeling anxious or overwhelmed, and have felt caught in persistent states of hopelessness? You deserve to be treated with kindness, dignity, and expertise. I bring a compassionate, respectful, comprehensive, and safety-focused approach, integrating evidence-based care and developing treatment plans that are thoughtful, empowering, personalized, and tailored to your unique needs and goals.
I offer same-day or immediate appointments for in-person or telehealth services. I specialize in ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Are you an adult who thinks you have an undiagnosed or misdiagnosed ADHD? Have you been feeling anxious or overwhelmed, and have felt caught in persistent states of hopelessness? You deserve to be treated with kindness, dignity, and expertise. I bring a compassionate, respectful, comprehensive, and safety-focused approach, integrating evidence-based care and developing treatment plans that are thoughtful, empowering, personalized, and tailored to your unique needs and goals.
(253) 525-8598 View (253) 525-8598
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Deanette James
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Deanette James specializes in providing mental health medication management to patients in need. She does not provide therapy-only sessions. Do you feel like no one understands you, as if every day is a struggle, like you're always there for everyone, but nobody's really there for you? Do you feel misunderstood, misbelieved, misjudged, at your wits end, and don't know what to do or who to turn to? Are you fighting to find the energy to keep going? If you want someone who will listen to and empathize with you, who will help guide you towards meeting your emotional and mental health goals then you have come to the right place.
Deanette James specializes in providing mental health medication management to patients in need. She does not provide therapy-only sessions. Do you feel like no one understands you, as if every day is a struggle, like you're always there for everyone, but nobody's really there for you? Do you feel misunderstood, misbelieved, misjudged, at your wits end, and don't know what to do or who to turn to? Are you fighting to find the energy to keep going? If you want someone who will listen to and empathize with you, who will help guide you towards meeting your emotional and mental health goals then you have come to the right place.
(253) 252-5269 View (253) 252-5269
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Kristy Mitchell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Accepting new patients with appointments available in person and online. I offer personalized psychiatric evaluation and treatment for individuals of all ages. I especially enjoy working with children, adolescents, and families managing ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and emotional regulation. I also support individuals with bipolar disorder, PTSD, and OCD symptoms.
Accepting new patients with appointments available in person and online. I offer personalized psychiatric evaluation and treatment for individuals of all ages. I especially enjoy working with children, adolescents, and families managing ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and emotional regulation. I also support individuals with bipolar disorder, PTSD, and OCD symptoms.
(425) 529-5191 View (425) 529-5191

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Sana Goldberg
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN
Serves Area
With a background in neuroscience, I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders, with a dedicated focus on women's health. I practice with warmth and curiosity, accepting others where they are in the present and respecting the many experiences they arrive to it with. I am devoted to helping those I work with develop a new understanding of their patterns, desires, inner conflicts, and pain carried in the body from overwhelming life conditions and experiences. I meet others where they are, embrace their stories, and offer a therapeutic relationship that is nurturing and collaborative.
With a background in neuroscience, I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders, with a dedicated focus on women's health. I practice with warmth and curiosity, accepting others where they are in the present and respecting the many experiences they arrive to it with. I am devoted to helping those I work with develop a new understanding of their patterns, desires, inner conflicts, and pain carried in the body from overwhelming life conditions and experiences. I meet others where they are, embrace their stories, and offer a therapeutic relationship that is nurturing and collaborative.
(503) 386-0729 View (503) 386-0729
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Haulek Tawmging
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Serves Area
Traditional psychiatry has its place in helping millions, but what if you're looking for a more nutritional point of view. We are what we eat, and we suffer when if we do not have the essentials for a healthy body. I focus on lifestyle, psychosocial, physical, spiritual, and nutritional perspective. I connect with teens, collegiate, and young professionals to navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, PMDD, stressors of career and school transitions, and family life.
Traditional psychiatry has its place in helping millions, but what if you're looking for a more nutritional point of view. We are what we eat, and we suffer when if we do not have the essentials for a healthy body. I focus on lifestyle, psychosocial, physical, spiritual, and nutritional perspective. I connect with teens, collegiate, and young professionals to navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, PMDD, stressors of career and school transitions, and family life.
(904) 204-9433 View (904) 204-9433
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Uchechi Okoro
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP, APRN
Online Only
I see you as a person first. you’ve been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in cycles of depression or trauma, or struggling with focus, panic, or PTSD. Maybe your moods have been hard to manage, or life has thrown more at you than you can handle alone. Whatever you’re going through anxiety, depression, panic, post-traumatic stress, attention/focus difficulties, you might want more than someone just listening. You might want clear guidance, honest conversation, and a plan that’s sensitive to your whole life.
I see you as a person first. you’ve been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in cycles of depression or trauma, or struggling with focus, panic, or PTSD. Maybe your moods have been hard to manage, or life has thrown more at you than you can handle alone. Whatever you’re going through anxiety, depression, panic, post-traumatic stress, attention/focus difficulties, you might want more than someone just listening. You might want clear guidance, honest conversation, and a plan that’s sensitive to your whole life.
(240) 977-1539 View (240) 977-1539
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Dr. Liza Partlow Lohse
Psychiatrist, MD
Issaquah, WA 98027
Liza Partlow Lohse, MD, is a Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist, licensed in the state of Washington. She has over 15 years of experience in outpatient psychiatry; in private practice, university and hospital settings. Dr. Partlow Lohse's goal is to work in collaboration with clients to achieve their mental health goals via psychiatric evaluation and treatment planning using a wholistic approach. That can include focus on lifestyle factors including sleep, nutrition and exercise as well as utilizing behavioral strategies and medication management.
Liza Partlow Lohse, MD, is a Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist, licensed in the state of Washington. She has over 15 years of experience in outpatient psychiatry; in private practice, university and hospital settings. Dr. Partlow Lohse's goal is to work in collaboration with clients to achieve their mental health goals via psychiatric evaluation and treatment planning using a wholistic approach. That can include focus on lifestyle factors including sleep, nutrition and exercise as well as utilizing behavioral strategies and medication management.
(425) 517-2191 View (425) 517-2191
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Rachel Helforoush Np
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Seattle, WA 98121
I am here to listen and help individuals struggling with a wide variety of psychological symptoms. My approach is symptom-based and my goal is to improve my patients functioning and quality of life. I genuinely want to hear your stories. I specialize in treating individuals with autism, depression, suicidal thoughts, ptsd, postpartum depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, substance use disorder and much more. Each person is unique and special to me. I can treat people 6 years and older. Healing begins when stories are told in safe places. together we can create a safe place in our minds. You matter and there is hope for healing :)
I am here to listen and help individuals struggling with a wide variety of psychological symptoms. My approach is symptom-based and my goal is to improve my patients functioning and quality of life. I genuinely want to hear your stories. I specialize in treating individuals with autism, depression, suicidal thoughts, ptsd, postpartum depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, substance use disorder and much more. Each person is unique and special to me. I can treat people 6 years and older. Healing begins when stories are told in safe places. together we can create a safe place in our minds. You matter and there is hope for healing :)
(206) 984-6571 View (206) 984-6571
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Germaine Mbuh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). I specialize in helping adults with mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Insomnia, ADHD, Bipolar, and Mood disorders. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, focused on creating personalized treatment plans that support your journey toward healing and well-being.
I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). I specialize in helping adults with mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Insomnia, ADHD, Bipolar, and Mood disorders. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, focused on creating personalized treatment plans that support your journey toward healing and well-being.
(319) 209-5576 View (319) 209-5576
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Dr. Andrietta Barnett
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, FNP-C
Online Only
For more than 20 years, Dr. Andrietta Barnett has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families improve their health and well-being. As a doctoral-prepared, dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she brings both depth of medical knowledge and compassion to her work. Dr. Barnett provides care for clients ages 13 to 65, supporting those facing challenges such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, schizophrenia, and mood disorders.
For more than 20 years, Dr. Andrietta Barnett has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families improve their health and well-being. As a doctoral-prepared, dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she brings both depth of medical knowledge and compassion to her work. Dr. Barnett provides care for clients ages 13 to 65, supporting those facing challenges such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, schizophrenia, and mood disorders.
(206) 483-0745 View (206) 483-0745
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Ekaete Edet Okon
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
9 Endorsed
Online Only
Telehealth Available in WA, CO, & NM + Free 10-Minute Consultation As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate mood, anxiety, psychotic disorders, or ADHD. My approach goes beyond medication, I work with you as a partner, blending supportive therapy and CBT strategies to create a personalized, holistic plan. My goal is to help you feel heard, empowered, and regain control of your life. I welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community, to begin their journey toward wellness with compassionate care.
Telehealth Available in WA, CO, & NM + Free 10-Minute Consultation As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate mood, anxiety, psychotic disorders, or ADHD. My approach goes beyond medication, I work with you as a partner, blending supportive therapy and CBT strategies to create a personalized, holistic plan. My goal is to help you feel heard, empowered, and regain control of your life. I welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community, to begin their journey toward wellness with compassionate care.
(253) 478-8871 View (253) 478-8871
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Shantel Escobar | ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, & OUD
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN, MSN
Online Only
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and Substance Use Disorders (SUD) or Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) across all ages, from children to adults. I provide a comprehensive treatment approach that addresses both mental health and addiction concerns. While therapy is important, medication often plays a crucial role in effective treatment, helping to manage symptoms, improve focus, and enhance emotional well-being. For those with ADHD or SUD/OUD, finding the right treatment can lead to lasting recovery and stability.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and Substance Use Disorders (SUD) or Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) across all ages, from children to adults. I provide a comprehensive treatment approach that addresses both mental health and addiction concerns. While therapy is important, medication often plays a crucial role in effective treatment, helping to manage symptoms, improve focus, and enhance emotional well-being. For those with ADHD or SUD/OUD, finding the right treatment can lead to lasting recovery and stability.
(360) 919-0421 View (360) 919-0421
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McPsych
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
At McPsych, our journey together starts with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, where I take the time to understand you fully. This helps me make informed decisions about your diagnosis, and together, we'll explore medication management and therapy options that best suit your needs. With a background in pediatric nursing, I've dedicated many years to making a difference in the lives of children and young adults. Now, as a provider, I offer my services to individuals aged 10-55, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, DMDD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and psychosis.
At McPsych, our journey together starts with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, where I take the time to understand you fully. This helps me make informed decisions about your diagnosis, and together, we'll explore medication management and therapy options that best suit your needs. With a background in pediatric nursing, I've dedicated many years to making a difference in the lives of children and young adults. Now, as a provider, I offer my services to individuals aged 10-55, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, DMDD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and psychosis.
(206) 752-2556 View (206) 752-2556
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LifeStance Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP-B
Federal Way, WA 98001
Tara Barrentine is a Nurse Practitioner in Washington who has been practicing since 2024. Tara’s goal is to get you back to your whole self. She believes very strongly that good mental health is imperative for overall good health and is here to diagnose, treat, and manage your acute illness. Tara can prescribe medications and provides psychotherapy, support, and behavioral and crisis interventions. There is a lot of stigmas around mental illness.
Tara Barrentine is a Nurse Practitioner in Washington who has been practicing since 2024. Tara’s goal is to get you back to your whole self. She believes very strongly that good mental health is imperative for overall good health and is here to diagnose, treat, and manage your acute illness. Tara can prescribe medications and provides psychotherapy, support, and behavioral and crisis interventions. There is a lot of stigmas around mental illness.
(253) 465-9787 View (253) 465-9787
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Sylvie Djoumessi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in helping busy professionals, students, and families struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders. Growing up with an alcoholic father and watching my sister struggle with undiagnosed ADHD, I understand the pain of going unseen. Now as a PMHNP, I provide the compassionate care you needed. I offer thorough ADHD evaluations, medication management, and holistic treatment for all ages. I design practical interventions that fit real life, not textbook ideals, with flexible scheduling so you don't sacrifice everything else. You need support that respects your whole self-mind, body, spirit
I specialize in helping busy professionals, students, and families struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders. Growing up with an alcoholic father and watching my sister struggle with undiagnosed ADHD, I understand the pain of going unseen. Now as a PMHNP, I provide the compassionate care you needed. I offer thorough ADHD evaluations, medication management, and holistic treatment for all ages. I design practical interventions that fit real life, not textbook ideals, with flexible scheduling so you don't sacrifice everything else. You need support that respects your whole self-mind, body, spirit
(206) 800-6146 View (206) 800-6146
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Jang E. Cho
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
Now accepting appointments for patients in WA, NY, CA, VA, MD &DC. I am a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who uses both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to evaluate, diagnose and treat a wide variety of mental health conditions- depression, anxiety, panic disorders, ADHD, behavioral dysregulation and school difficulties.
Now accepting appointments for patients in WA, NY, CA, VA, MD &DC. I am a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who uses both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to evaluate, diagnose and treat a wide variety of mental health conditions- depression, anxiety, panic disorders, ADHD, behavioral dysregulation and school difficulties.
(253) 893-8090 View (253) 893-8090
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Maricopa Christian Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, RNP, PMHNP, -BC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Mrs. Tenishia Santiago is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides medication management with psychotherapy to ages seven and older. She is passionate about mental health and specializes in attention difficulties, mood challenges, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, sleep, and trauma. Afternoon/Evening Appointments are available. Our goal is to provide you and your family with non-judgmental high-quality evidence-based care. Christian values can be incorporated into your care if you wish. Call us today or leave your contact information on our website: www.mcpgpsychiatry.com.
Mrs. Tenishia Santiago is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides medication management with psychotherapy to ages seven and older. She is passionate about mental health and specializes in attention difficulties, mood challenges, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, sleep, and trauma. Afternoon/Evening Appointments are available. Our goal is to provide you and your family with non-judgmental high-quality evidence-based care. Christian values can be incorporated into your care if you wish. Call us today or leave your contact information on our website: www.mcpgpsychiatry.com.
(480) 696-5179 View (480) 696-5179

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FAQ - Psychiatrist Gender
Does it matter what gender a psychiatrist is?
Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, typically using a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. While clinical expertise is essential, feeling comfortable with your psychiatrist is equally important to the success of treatment. For some individuals, this means working with a provider who shares aspects of their identity—such as gender. A preference for a female psychiatrist often stems from a desire for greater relatability and the comfort of being supported by someone who may share similar lived experiences or perspectives.

What are the advantages of seeing a female psychiatrist?
Female psychiatrists may also possess particular expertise in specialty areas that can be especially relevant to certain patients. Although psychiatrists of all genders are equally qualified, some female practitioners have developed additional expertise in areas such as reproductive and perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, menopause-related mood changes, premenstrual mood disorders, and the psychological effects of gender-based trauma or discrimination. For patients navigating these concerns, working with a female psychiatrist may provide an added sense of validation, empathy, and trust—factors that can be especially meaningful in building a strong therapeutic relationship.

How to find a female psychiatrist
The Psychology Today online directory allows users to search specifically for female psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), with additional filters for clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, insurance acceptance, session costs, and languages spoken. Reviewing provider profiles helps you assess whether a psychiatrist's background, identity, and treatment philosophy align with your mental health needs and personal values. Considering identity factors in your provider search, such as gender, is a practical approach to finding a psychiatrist with whom you can communicate openly and build an effective therapeutic relationship.