Psychiatrists in Washington, DC
Travis Jon Dichoso
Psychiatrist, DO, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009 (Online Only)
***Offering Same Week Appointments** With a therapy-first model, I want you to feel in control and share in the decision-making process to start any medications. I order labs to rule out common "physiological" reasons for feeling the way you do. It's a longer approach, but our patients feel heard, respected, and most importantly- hopeful. I have extensive experience working with college-transition/young adult patients, LGBTQ+ persons, and minorities.
***Offering Same Week Appointments** With a therapy-first model, I want you to feel in control and share in the decision-making process to start any medications. I order labs to rule out common "physiological" reasons for feeling the way you do. It's a longer approach, but our patients feel heard, respected, and most importantly- hopeful. I have extensive experience working with college-transition/young adult patients, LGBTQ+ persons, and minorities.
Dr. Celia Regina Oliveira
Psychiatrist, MD, , MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006
I am a psychiatrist in private practice in Washington, DC and treat adults, young and older adolescents. As I was a pediatrician prior to becoming a psychiatrist, I am particularly interested in working with older adolescents and young adults who face a multitude of challenges as they progress into adulthood. Unlike many psychiatrists who prescribe medication only, I work with my clients through understanding and helping them in psychotherapy as well as providing expert treatment with the latest psychiatric medications.
I am a psychiatrist in private practice in Washington, DC and treat adults, young and older adolescents. As I was a pediatrician prior to becoming a psychiatrist, I am particularly interested in working with older adolescents and young adults who face a multitude of challenges as they progress into adulthood. Unlike many psychiatrists who prescribe medication only, I work with my clients through understanding and helping them in psychotherapy as well as providing expert treatment with the latest psychiatric medications.
Cervello-Wellness, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20032
WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WE HAVE THE LANGUAGE INTERPRETER SERVICES FOR MULTIPLE LANGUAGES. Cervello-Wellness is a psychiatric care practice that uses various treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, and medication management. Our specialty is devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. We successfully treat patients with various mental conditions using a holistic approach by customizing a treatment plan.
WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WE HAVE THE LANGUAGE INTERPRETER SERVICES FOR MULTIPLE LANGUAGES. Cervello-Wellness is a psychiatric care practice that uses various treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, and medication management. Our specialty is devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. We successfully treat patients with various mental conditions using a holistic approach by customizing a treatment plan.
Christiana Roberts
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP, PMHNP, BP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20005 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with exhaustion, low energy, trouble sleeping, or feeling sad or down? Are you having excessive fear or worry or extreme feelings of guilt? Do you feel withdrawn from friends and activities? Have you noticed drastic mood changes of highs and lows? There is a reason you feel that way, and I can help. I am here to listen, empathize, and try to understand how these issues affect you and your loved ones. Remember, your mental health can affect your physical health. My strengths are in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Schizophrenia, Mood disorder, PTSD, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, and more.
Do you struggle with exhaustion, low energy, trouble sleeping, or feeling sad or down? Are you having excessive fear or worry or extreme feelings of guilt? Do you feel withdrawn from friends and activities? Have you noticed drastic mood changes of highs and lows? There is a reason you feel that way, and I can help. I am here to listen, empathize, and try to understand how these issues affect you and your loved ones. Remember, your mental health can affect your physical health. My strengths are in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Schizophrenia, Mood disorder, PTSD, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, and more.
Chi Q Wellness LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20003 (Online Only)
My name is Abria. I am here to nurture and support your well-being through therapy and medications (if needed) to unlock your strength from within. I have been in the healthcare field for over 7 years, so helping others has become my passion in life. No matter what you're going through, I'm here to help.
My name is Abria. I am here to nurture and support your well-being through therapy and medications (if needed) to unlock your strength from within. I have been in the healthcare field for over 7 years, so helping others has become my passion in life. No matter what you're going through, I'm here to help.
Maheen Patel
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006
Not accepting new clients
Psychiatric care should be enlivening, enlightening and deeply healing: A secure, comfortable, collaborative place to negotiate your deepest concerns, navigate your darkest fears and overcome your staunchest impediments. My style is warm and compassionate, yet dynamic and evocative, readily engaging others in a manner that enhances their insight, as well as my own. Passionate in my purpose, I infuse the breadth of my knowledge, skill and experience with formidable intuition and deep empathy to help my patients achieve greater clarity, purpose, richness and joy in their lives.
Psychiatric care should be enlivening, enlightening and deeply healing: A secure, comfortable, collaborative place to negotiate your deepest concerns, navigate your darkest fears and overcome your staunchest impediments. My style is warm and compassionate, yet dynamic and evocative, readily engaging others in a manner that enhances their insight, as well as my own. Passionate in my purpose, I infuse the breadth of my knowledge, skill and experience with formidable intuition and deep empathy to help my patients achieve greater clarity, purpose, richness and joy in their lives.
Beatrice Nnabuenyi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20011
Mental health conditions are treatable, and improvement is possible. At Grace Health Services, we provide mental health care to individuals with a treatment plan that integrates medicine and mental health for most effective treatment, emotional and physical well-being.
Mental health conditions are treatable, and improvement is possible. At Grace Health Services, we provide mental health care to individuals with a treatment plan that integrates medicine and mental health for most effective treatment, emotional and physical well-being.
Jimmy Ibikunle, MD LLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
I hope to meet your emotional and behavioral health needs by providing excellent office based psychiatric services. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication monitoring services across age groups. Evaluations are scheduled for 60 minutes and medication follow up visits for 20 minutes. I do not routinely offer psychotherapy services.
I hope to meet your emotional and behavioral health needs by providing excellent office based psychiatric services. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication monitoring services across age groups. Evaluations are scheduled for 60 minutes and medication follow up visits for 20 minutes. I do not routinely offer psychotherapy services.
Olubunmi Moses
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20045 (Online Only)
Olubunmi Moses is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who has years of experience working with children, teens, and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and chronic stress. She has extensive experience caring for patients in different age groups and different cultural backgrounds. She also has extensive clinical experience working with inpatient clients in a hospital setting.
Olubunmi Moses is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who has years of experience working with children, teens, and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and chronic stress. She has extensive experience caring for patients in different age groups and different cultural backgrounds. She also has extensive clinical experience working with inpatient clients in a hospital setting.
Emi Leiner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20016 (Online Only)
My name is Emi Leiner and I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Washington, DC. I earned my degree from Yale University, where I sub-specialized in child and adolescent psychiatry in addition to working with adults. I served as a preceptor for Columbia University’s Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Program and have an additional Master’s in Clinical Social Work.
My name is Emi Leiner and I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Washington, DC. I earned my degree from Yale University, where I sub-specialized in child and adolescent psychiatry in addition to working with adults. I served as a preceptor for Columbia University’s Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Program and have an additional Master’s in Clinical Social Work.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20005
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse at Stella Center with over twenty years of experience. We specialize in identifying which innovative medical treatments & virtual therapies can help relieve symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD & TBI. After completing a virtual assessment that accounts for medical, biological, psychological & social factors, I provide individualized treatment recommendations across our advanced protocols: the dual sympathetic reset (an advanced stellate ganglion block), ketamine infusions, integration therapy, and more. This allows you to feel better faster and maintain long-lasting gains.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse at Stella Center with over twenty years of experience. We specialize in identifying which innovative medical treatments & virtual therapies can help relieve symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD & TBI. After completing a virtual assessment that accounts for medical, biological, psychological & social factors, I provide individualized treatment recommendations across our advanced protocols: the dual sympathetic reset (an advanced stellate ganglion block), ketamine infusions, integration therapy, and more. This allows you to feel better faster and maintain long-lasting gains.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20006 (Online Only)
Presently not taking new patients, but you can contact us to be placed on our waitlist. The LGBTQIA+ (we embrace "Queer") community has the right to seek mental health medication just as we are. Perhaps you, or your child, are seeking medication management for anxiety, depression, or ADHD. Maybe you're trans/non-binary/gender-nonconforming and are tired of explaining everything to prescribers. Perhaps you're anxious or depressed about app dating or a recent kink or OnlyFans effort. Maybe, you're not out (or fully out) and need medication to help the anxiety.
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Helen Viban
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20003 (Online Only)
Hi, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Washington D.C. I received my Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Walden University Minnesota. I have been practicing for 5 years. I help clients across the lifespan to feel better, have self-confidence, understand themselves, and unlock their potential.
Hi, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Washington D.C. I received my Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Walden University Minnesota. I have been practicing for 5 years. I help clients across the lifespan to feel better, have self-confidence, understand themselves, and unlock their potential.
Ralph Gemelli
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20007
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst providing individual psychotherapy, play therapy, couples therapy, pharmacotherapy and psychoanalysis to patients for the following presenting symptoms: anxiety, depression, poor school performance, stuttering, lack of motivation, and finding oneself in relationships with people who are devaluating and/or abusive. My interpersonal focus is to help each patient become aware of what he or she consciously or unconsciously does that prevents the patient from developing developmentally enhancing relationships with significant others.
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst providing individual psychotherapy, play therapy, couples therapy, pharmacotherapy and psychoanalysis to patients for the following presenting symptoms: anxiety, depression, poor school performance, stuttering, lack of motivation, and finding oneself in relationships with people who are devaluating and/or abusive. My interpersonal focus is to help each patient become aware of what he or she consciously or unconsciously does that prevents the patient from developing developmentally enhancing relationships with significant others.
Eindra Khin Khin, M.D., PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036
After serving in academic psychiatry at George Washington University for the eleven years, I opened my own private practice in August 2022. My office is located at 1519 Connecticut Avenue NW, conveniently across from the DuPont Metro Station. Street parking and on-site underground garage parking are available.
After serving in academic psychiatry at George Washington University for the eleven years, I opened my own private practice in August 2022. My office is located at 1519 Connecticut Avenue NW, conveniently across from the DuPont Metro Station. Street parking and on-site underground garage parking are available.
Kate Price
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20005
Kate (she/her) is a masters-prepared, Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over ten years’ experience working in the mental health field. While she offers treatment to patients across the lifespan, she primarily works with adolescents and adults. She values a holistic, patient-centered approach to the care of her clients while remaining sensitive to each person’s individual life journey, values, and needs.
Kate (she/her) is a masters-prepared, Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over ten years’ experience working in the mental health field. While she offers treatment to patients across the lifespan, she primarily works with adolescents and adults. She values a holistic, patient-centered approach to the care of her clients while remaining sensitive to each person’s individual life journey, values, and needs.
Divine Mental Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20012 (Online Only)
My clients may have different types of mental disorders and may be looking for help lessening their symptoms of it. The goal is to lessen the symptoms of their mental disorder enough so they can live happy, fulfilling, and enjoyable lives. Living with these mental problems are not easy on them and their family, so resolving them with a good plan is probably what they are looking for.
My clients may have different types of mental disorders and may be looking for help lessening their symptoms of it. The goal is to lessen the symptoms of their mental disorder enough so they can live happy, fulfilling, and enjoyable lives. Living with these mental problems are not easy on them and their family, so resolving them with a good plan is probably what they are looking for.
Lorenzo Santos Gutierrez
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20006 (Online Only)
Dr. Santos is a highly experienced, Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist with over 10 years of clinical experience in English and Spanish. His practice focuses on medication management in conjunction with supportive therapy, and he conducts follow-up visits in 30-minute increments. He believes that the most successful treatments integrate physical health, therapy, mindfulness, and medication, when necessary, to provide the most effective solutions for his patients. He graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara School of Medicine and completed his residency training in NYC at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center.
Dr. Santos is a highly experienced, Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist with over 10 years of clinical experience in English and Spanish. His practice focuses on medication management in conjunction with supportive therapy, and he conducts follow-up visits in 30-minute increments. He believes that the most successful treatments integrate physical health, therapy, mindfulness, and medication, when necessary, to provide the most effective solutions for his patients. He graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara School of Medicine and completed his residency training in NYC at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center.
JLove Legacy Wellness Center
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20002
Are you overwhelmed? Tired? Always down? Has depression, anxiety or the lack of sleep made your days long and blue? Did you just have a baby and now struggling with constant worrying and sadness? Has addiction taken control of your life? I understand your pain, and together we can improve your quality of life.
Are you overwhelmed? Tired? Always down? Has depression, anxiety or the lack of sleep made your days long and blue? Did you just have a baby and now struggling with constant worrying and sadness? Has addiction taken control of your life? I understand your pain, and together we can improve your quality of life.
Sara Shiffman
Psychiatric Nurse, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20036 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am not accepting new patients at this time. I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar illness, women's mental health, and addiction. I am licensed in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. I work collaboratively with individuals and their families, and other mental health and medical providers. My goal is to help you customize a plan that enables you to find lasting change. This plan may involve medication, therapy, or a combination of both.
I am not accepting new patients at this time. I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar illness, women's mental health, and addiction. I am licensed in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. I work collaboratively with individuals and their families, and other mental health and medical providers. My goal is to help you customize a plan that enables you to find lasting change. This plan may involve medication, therapy, or a combination of both.
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Number of Psychiatrists in Washington, DC
200+
Average cost per session
$207
Psychiatrists in Washington, DC who prioritize treating:
91% | Depression |
91% | Anxiety |
73% | Medication Management |
72% | ADHD |
70% | Bipolar Disorder |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
86% | Cigna and Evernorth |
78% | Aetna |
74% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Psychiatrists in Washington, DC see their clients
63% | In Person and Online | |
37% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
69% | Female | |
30% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in Washington?
The Psychology Today Directory enables you to search specifically for psychiatrists, using the drop down provider menu in the navigation bar, by city or zip code, or by the name of the psychiatrist. Search results provide detailed profiles of professionals, including their treatment approach and areas of expertise. In addition, listings provide important information about each psychiatrist’s credentials, fees, payment options, and insurance affiliations. Directory users can select psychiatrists who meet an array of personally-desired criteria, such as familiarity with a specific community or condition.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical specialists who focus on understanding, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the brain and disorders of the mind and behavior. As physicians, psychiatrists are trained to recognize the often-subtle biological causes of mental disorders and to monitor the effects of mental disturbances on physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychologists are especially attuned to the influence of early experience on development and behavior, emotional and cognitive processes, the nature of personality, and social functioning. They are also trained to deploy an array of psychological tests—IQ tests, personality tests, behavioral assessments—to gauge a person’s functioning.
What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner?
A psychiatric nurse practitioner, also known as a mental health nurse practitioner, is a registered nurse who completes advanced training in psychiatric care, earning either a master’s or doctoral degree in psychiatric nursing, and in the U.S., passes a national certification exam. Like psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. In some locales, psychiatric nurse practitioners can offer the full range of psychiatric care, including prescribing and managing medication. In other places, they must work in collaboration with a physician.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed psychiatrist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. All psychiatrists listed in the directory have a valid license issued by the state(s) in which they practice and are certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some individuals or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Can a psychiatrist prescribe medication?
Psychiatrists are licensed medical doctors who are trained to recognize the many ways body processes affect the functioning of the brain and mind. As physicians, they can prescribe medication. Patients who are prescribed medications will typically need to continue to see a psychiatrist so that the effects of the medication can be monitored. For many psychiatric conditions, including common disorders such as anxiety and depression, the preferred treatment is combination therapy—medication accompanied by psychotherapy.
Do psychiatrists offer therapy?
Psychiatrists are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and, increasingly, somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations. While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most sessions with a psychiatrist may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management. Many psychiatrists who do not offer psychotherapy work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians and can refer clients seeking talk therapy to those providers.
How do I know if I need a psychiatrist or a therapist?
It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the physician may review their medical history or perform medical tests to determine whether biological factors are involved before making a referral. It is not necessary for a person to know precisely what type of care they need in order to seek help. Many psychiatrists and psychologists refer clients to each other depending on client needs.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?
A referral to a psychiatrist is often not required. However, seeing your primary care physician first can be helpful and actually prove to be a shortcut to getting what you need. Your PCP may have a clear idea whether psychiatric help is needed and/or which kind of mental health care would be most beneficial and refer you to the right type of practitioner. For that reason alone, some psychiatrists require a referral. Further, many insurance plans require a referral from a PCP if they cover all of part of the cost of seeing a specialist; if, however, you are paying out of pocket, you may not need a referral. In any case, a referral may speed the process of securing an appointment with a psychiatrist, especially in areas where there is a shortage of mental health specialists and new patients face long waits for appointments.