Xian Zhang
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD, FAPA
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Dr. Zhang is a double-board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in medication management. Dedicated to helping individuals and families thrive, she is recognized as a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA) for her dedication and contributions to the field.
She completed her PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Austin, continued her postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School, and later served as Chief Resident and Chief Fellow during her psychiatry residency and child psychiatry fellowship training.
Dr. Zhang takes a thoughtful, whole-person approach to care. She believes that each person’s story matters, and she works closely with families to understand the biological, psychological, and social factors that shape their well-being.
She specializes in helping children, adolescents, and adults with complex or co-occurring challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorder, OCD, and disruptive behavior disorders.
Her goal is to create a supportive, compassionate space where children, teens, and parents feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Call or Email Xian Zhang now for a free 15 minute consultation - (240) 866-3589
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Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareFirst
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Medicaid
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wellpoint | Amerigroup
Xian Zhang
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD, FAPA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 866-3589
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: Maryland / D0083309 Xian Zhang
- University of Texas at Austin, PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience - University of Texas at Austin
- Board Certification by ABPN: Adult, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Xian Zhang
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD, FAPA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 866-3589
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Medication Management
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Sleep or Insomnia
Xian Zhang
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD, FAPA
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (240) 866-3589
Endorsement
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Xian Zhang
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD, FAPA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (240) 866-3589