Psychiatrists in Rockville, MD
Sarah Burkey Gibson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
After completing her undergraduate degree in social work and spending over a decade in the intellectual and developmental disability field, Sarah Burkey Gibson earned her master's in nursing at Regis College in the Boston area. Sarah partners with each patient to determine the best course of treatment, providing information on first-line psychiatric medications and all alternatives with a focus on evidence-based practice, safety, and culturally competent care.
After completing her undergraduate degree in social work and spending over a decade in the intellectual and developmental disability field, Sarah Burkey Gibson earned her master's in nursing at Regis College in the Boston area. Sarah partners with each patient to determine the best course of treatment, providing information on first-line psychiatric medications and all alternatives with a focus on evidence-based practice, safety, and culturally competent care.
Bose Ajayi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
Bose's experience working at Walter Reed helped her understand more about mental health issues, especially facing the military and their family. This great opportunity increased her desire to pursue a degree in mental health where she graduated from Walden University and aspires to use her degree to make a positive difference in caring for those with mental health care needs. She understands the stigmatization, and challenges that are associated with mental health issues. For these reasons, she provides holistic and patient-centered care where the families are involved when necessary and approved by the patient.
Bose's experience working at Walter Reed helped her understand more about mental health issues, especially facing the military and their family. This great opportunity increased her desire to pursue a degree in mental health where she graduated from Walden University and aspires to use her degree to make a positive difference in caring for those with mental health care needs. She understands the stigmatization, and challenges that are associated with mental health issues. For these reasons, she provides holistic and patient-centered care where the families are involved when necessary and approved by the patient.
Serena Chen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
Dr. Serena Chen completed her psychiatry training at Harvard South Shore where she also served as the Chief of Wellness. In addition to her residency training, she pursued further therapy training at the Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute. Dr. Chen believes in combining medication management and therapy for the best treatment outcomes. She takes a patient-centered and collaborative approach with the aim of helping patients achieve their own personal vision for improved well-being. She had previously worked as a consultant before deciding to pursue a career in medicine.
Dr. Serena Chen completed her psychiatry training at Harvard South Shore where she also served as the Chief of Wellness. In addition to her residency training, she pursued further therapy training at the Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute. Dr. Chen believes in combining medication management and therapy for the best treatment outcomes. She takes a patient-centered and collaborative approach with the aim of helping patients achieve their own personal vision for improved well-being. She had previously worked as a consultant before deciding to pursue a career in medicine.
Debra Lee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BC, MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Hello, my name is Debra, I promote client openness to communicate their needs without judgment. Give feedback as to what their goals are and how we can work together and achieve them. I collaborate with others when needed to provide the service and care they want. My treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practices that focus on the mind-body connection.
Hello, my name is Debra, I promote client openness to communicate their needs without judgment. Give feedback as to what their goals are and how we can work together and achieve them. I collaborate with others when needed to provide the service and care they want. My treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practices that focus on the mind-body connection.
Dr. Arif Noorbaksh
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or bipolar and related disorders? I strongly believe in meeting patients where they are in their individual journeys. The ideal client is the one who attends their initial evaluation to talk through their experience and potential treatment options. I approach patient care holistically and attempt to develop an understanding of the patient’s lived experience and current symptoms.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or bipolar and related disorders? I strongly believe in meeting patients where they are in their individual journeys. The ideal client is the one who attends their initial evaluation to talk through their experience and potential treatment options. I approach patient care holistically and attempt to develop an understanding of the patient’s lived experience and current symptoms.
Meadows Psychiatry LLC
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
I am an AOBNP Board Certified Psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating adult and adolescent patients with a wide variety of mental health conditions and who come from diverse backgrounds.
I am an AOBNP Board Certified Psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating adult and adolescent patients with a wide variety of mental health conditions and who come from diverse backgrounds.
Lisa Sohn
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner based in Rockville, MD. I hold a doctoral degree in nursing and have achieved board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). My extensive education and training empower me to deliver advanced psychiatric care, blending clinical expertise with a deep understanding of the biological, psychological, and social factors influencing mental health.
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner based in Rockville, MD. I hold a doctoral degree in nursing and have achieved board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). My extensive education and training empower me to deliver advanced psychiatric care, blending clinical expertise with a deep understanding of the biological, psychological, and social factors influencing mental health.
Angela Harrison Brantley
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
As a Board Certified Adult and Child Psychiatrist, I enjoy working with both populations. I help adults understand that if they do not take care of their own mental health, they may have difficulty being the best for themselves and their children. We all know that our children are our greatest asset. Choosing a medication for your child is a complex and difficult decision. I understand the ambivalence associated with this delicate step for some. I have vast experience managing ADHD and behavioral problems in children along with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and OCD in the both the pediatric and adult populations.
As a Board Certified Adult and Child Psychiatrist, I enjoy working with both populations. I help adults understand that if they do not take care of their own mental health, they may have difficulty being the best for themselves and their children. We all know that our children are our greatest asset. Choosing a medication for your child is a complex and difficult decision. I understand the ambivalence associated with this delicate step for some. I have vast experience managing ADHD and behavioral problems in children along with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and OCD in the both the pediatric and adult populations.
Melveena Johnson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
Melveena has taken pride in her service as a nurse for 28 years. She has served as the Medical Director of a dual diagnosis substance use disorder and mental health outpatient clinic. Early in her career she crafted her skills working in various hospitals in different positions as an acute care nurse. Later she became more specific and developed a love for psychiatry and wound care. After becoming a certified wound care specialist, she started multiple wound care programs with an emphasis on, educating large hospital organizations in the prevention of facility acquired skin break downs.
Melveena has taken pride in her service as a nurse for 28 years. She has served as the Medical Director of a dual diagnosis substance use disorder and mental health outpatient clinic. Early in her career she crafted her skills working in various hospitals in different positions as an acute care nurse. Later she became more specific and developed a love for psychiatry and wound care. After becoming a certified wound care specialist, she started multiple wound care programs with an emphasis on, educating large hospital organizations in the prevention of facility acquired skin break downs.
P. D. Patel
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852 (Online Only)
I am a board certified Psychiatrist and I greatly enjoy helping people of all ages. My special interests include the treatment of: depression, bi-polar and mood disorders, ADHD, Psychotic Disorders, General and Specific anxiety and OCD. I understand that having a child with Autism can be difficult for many reasons, please know that I am able to see and treat children on the spectrum.
I am a board certified Psychiatrist and I greatly enjoy helping people of all ages. My special interests include the treatment of: depression, bi-polar and mood disorders, ADHD, Psychotic Disorders, General and Specific anxiety and OCD. I understand that having a child with Autism can be difficult for many reasons, please know that I am able to see and treat children on the spectrum.
Letha Sunil
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
Accepting NEW Patients! Letha received her MS in Physician Assistant Studies from Towson University, After practicing hospital medicine/ internal medicine for two years, she switched to direct patient care because she wanted to work closely with patients.
Accepting NEW Patients! Letha received her MS in Physician Assistant Studies from Towson University, After practicing hospital medicine/ internal medicine for two years, she switched to direct patient care because she wanted to work closely with patients.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, MSN, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
Ideally my patient is as invested in their care as I am. They could have a variety of diagnoses but the thing they have in common is they are willing to give the process time, are open to new ideas, and know there is no magic pill to fix all their problems. My patients want to get to the best version of themselves and are willing to try therapy as well as medications to help them reach that goal. My patient wants an empathetic, listening provider who can guide their care based on the evidence, but tailored to their individual needs.
Ideally my patient is as invested in their care as I am. They could have a variety of diagnoses but the thing they have in common is they are willing to give the process time, are open to new ideas, and know there is no magic pill to fix all their problems. My patients want to get to the best version of themselves and are willing to try therapy as well as medications to help them reach that goal. My patient wants an empathetic, listening provider who can guide their care based on the evidence, but tailored to their individual needs.
Connor Stimpson
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
My clients are often people who want to get better and are open to treatment recommendations. If you are seeking treatment you should be provided with empathy, compassion, and evidence-based practice.
My clients are often people who want to get better and are open to treatment recommendations. If you are seeking treatment you should be provided with empathy, compassion, and evidence-based practice.
Michelle McCarthy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
Michelle is passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
Michelle is passionate about delivering care to individuals suffering from anxiety, substance use, and depression. Client motivation and dedication are key to utilizing the tools provided during our sessions including medication management, implementing lifestyle interventions, and therapy to help develop and implement a successful treatment plan. Relief of the client's suffering in dealing with their mental health issues and striving for an improvement in their quality of life is key to treatment.
Tara Walker
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
Dr. Walker provides compassionate, individualized, team-based Psychiatric care that addresses your unique needs as a patient. Treatments offered include medication management and psychotherapy. Dr. Walker coordinates closely with other members of your treatment team to provide the best care possible. Dr. Walker spends the time necessary to get to know you as an individual and to thoroughly address your concerns. She is licensed to practice in Maryland and Virginia.
Dr. Walker provides compassionate, individualized, team-based Psychiatric care that addresses your unique needs as a patient. Treatments offered include medication management and psychotherapy. Dr. Walker coordinates closely with other members of your treatment team to provide the best care possible. Dr. Walker spends the time necessary to get to know you as an individual and to thoroughly address your concerns. She is licensed to practice in Maryland and Virginia.
Temitope Adedapo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
Temitope Adedapo is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about caring for patients. Providing care to both behavioral health and critical care patients in her career, she aims to provide consistent, compassionate, and competent care to her patient population. She works with patients across the lifespan who experience depression, mood disorders, ADHD, psychotic disorders and more.
Temitope Adedapo is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about caring for patients. Providing care to both behavioral health and critical care patients in her career, she aims to provide consistent, compassionate, and competent care to her patient population. She works with patients across the lifespan who experience depression, mood disorders, ADHD, psychotic disorders and more.
Mindy Shankman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
As a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, I work with clients throughout their life cycle. I see patients individually, in family settings and couples. When treating a child or adolescent, you are really helping a whole family system regain balance and stability.
I work with people with a wide range of disorders and life issues. I patients with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. I also work with children and adolescents with academic and developmental difficulties which may include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Executive Functioning Difficulties and Asperger's Syndrome.
As a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, I work with clients throughout their life cycle. I see patients individually, in family settings and couples. When treating a child or adolescent, you are really helping a whole family system regain balance and stability.
I work with people with a wide range of disorders and life issues. I patients with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. I also work with children and adolescents with academic and developmental difficulties which may include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Executive Functioning Difficulties and Asperger's Syndrome.
Joy Okeke
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Joy is a compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner that provides evidence-based psychiatric care to my clients. She ensures that her clients feel heard and are apart of their treatment planning, to make sure it is realistic for their personal lifestyles. Joy follows up with clients progress and refer clients to specialists as needed. Joy works with adolescents to older adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Joy is a compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner that provides evidence-based psychiatric care to my clients. She ensures that her clients feel heard and are apart of their treatment planning, to make sure it is realistic for their personal lifestyles. Joy follows up with clients progress and refer clients to specialists as needed. Joy works with adolescents to older adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Stacy Woods
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
I am a board certified psychiatrist and completed my training at the University of Maryland at Baltimore. My patients may be seeking psychiatric help for the first time, others have tried a number of medications and have struggled to find the level of help they were seeking. With each patient I work carefully to evaluate which medication will be effective. As my patient your ongoing treatment will include consultation with you about the effects of any medication to ensure you get the maximum benefit to improve your quality of life. I can be reached by phone and email as needed.
I am a board certified psychiatrist and completed my training at the University of Maryland at Baltimore. My patients may be seeking psychiatric help for the first time, others have tried a number of medications and have struggled to find the level of help they were seeking. With each patient I work carefully to evaluate which medication will be effective. As my patient your ongoing treatment will include consultation with you about the effects of any medication to ensure you get the maximum benefit to improve your quality of life. I can be reached by phone and email as needed.
Dr. Andrea Papa-Molter
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
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Number of Psychiatrists in Rockville, MD
90+
Average cost per session
$200
Psychiatrists in Rockville, MD who prioritize treating:
91% | Depression |
89% | Anxiety |
69% | Bipolar Disorder |
69% | Medication Management |
68% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
66% | ADHD |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
82% | Cigna and Evernorth |
79% | CareFirst |
77% | Aetna |
How Psychiatrists in Rockville, MD see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
77% | Female | |
23% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in Rockville?
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.