Black and African American Psychiatrists in Maryland
Pendulum Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Many African American men lacked emotional support and validation from a young age.
It is time to bring the negative stigma of seeking help for mental health issues to an end. It is a stigma when a person with mental illness is mocked or called weak for seeking help. Black Americans are less likely to seek mental health care. Statistics tell us that about 25% of African Americans seek mental health treatment, compared to 40% of white Americans. For black men the numbers are even less. Seeking help from a culturally competent therapist can assist with managing and overcoming these effects. At Pendulum Psychiatry we aim to provide a safer, more welcoming space for Black men seeking medication management and therapy.
Many African American men lacked emotional support and validation from a young age.
It is time to bring the negative stigma of seeking help for mental health issues to an end. It is a stigma when a person with mental illness is mocked or called weak for seeking help. Black Americans are less likely to seek mental health care. Statistics tell us that about 25% of African Americans seek mental health treatment, compared to 40% of white Americans. For black men the numbers are even less. Seeking help from a culturally competent therapist can assist with managing and overcoming these effects. At Pendulum Psychiatry we aim to provide a safer, more welcoming space for Black men seeking medication management and therapy.
Dr. Iman Hypolite M. D.
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (Online Only)
Accepting NEW patients! Are you a professional, high achieving woman of color longing for more balance, peace, and joy? Are life's stressors, as well as the cost of your successes and achievements taking a toll? Are you experiencing professional burnout? Are others so accustomed to your being the "strong one" that they often don’t recognize when you need support? If so, WELCOME, I am Dr. Hypolite, a double board certified, Johns Hopkins trained, Black woman psychiatrist with over 20 YEARS of experience. I provide culturally sensitive care and can partner with you along your journey to optimal health and wellness!
Accepting NEW patients! Are you a professional, high achieving woman of color longing for more balance, peace, and joy? Are life's stressors, as well as the cost of your successes and achievements taking a toll? Are you experiencing professional burnout? Are others so accustomed to your being the "strong one" that they often don’t recognize when you need support? If so, WELCOME, I am Dr. Hypolite, a double board certified, Johns Hopkins trained, Black woman psychiatrist with over 20 YEARS of experience. I provide culturally sensitive care and can partner with you along your journey to optimal health and wellness!
Aeva Gaymon Doomes MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
Aeva Gaymon-Doomes, MD, with over 20 years in psychiatry, focuses on child, adolescent, and women's psychiatry. She is double board-certified in adult and child & adolescent psychiatry, and a member of AACAP and Black Psychiatrists of America. She is a graduate of Howard College of Medicine and Spelman College. She specializes in treating anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD, providing services such as medication management, alongside Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. In addition, she offers strategic leadership coaching for adult women, employing emotional intelligence techniques to enhance their professional personal growth.
Aeva Gaymon-Doomes, MD, with over 20 years in psychiatry, focuses on child, adolescent, and women's psychiatry. She is double board-certified in adult and child & adolescent psychiatry, and a member of AACAP and Black Psychiatrists of America. She is a graduate of Howard College of Medicine and Spelman College. She specializes in treating anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD, providing services such as medication management, alongside Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. In addition, she offers strategic leadership coaching for adult women, employing emotional intelligence techniques to enhance their professional personal growth.
Conquest Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Glen Burnie, MD 21060
Dr.Kumli DNP,PMH is a doctoral prepared dual certified psychiatric mental health and adult nurse practitioner with more than 20 years of experience in the healthcare space. I prioritize in building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each client.
Dr.Kumli DNP,PMH is a doctoral prepared dual certified psychiatric mental health and adult nurse practitioner with more than 20 years of experience in the healthcare space. I prioritize in building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each client.
Dr Eden Healthcare Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Our ideal clients are individuals struggling with a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, loss of appetite, insomnia, ADHD, behavior issues, and opioid use disorder. We also offer specialized addiction treatment. Our approach combines therapy and medication management to provide comprehensive care.
Our ideal clients are individuals struggling with a range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, loss of appetite, insomnia, ADHD, behavior issues, and opioid use disorder. We also offer specialized addiction treatment. Our approach combines therapy and medication management to provide comprehensive care.
Marie Sheila Tate
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New Market, MD 21774
Are you tired of not being able to live your best life? I can help. Your mental health matters to me. Call me today for issues related to inattention, lack of focus and motivation, fatigue, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder. Listen to my podcast on Open for Business Unscripted on October 9th and see for yourself. Visit my website www.lakelinganorepsychiatry.com
Are you tired of not being able to live your best life? I can help. Your mental health matters to me. Call me today for issues related to inattention, lack of focus and motivation, fatigue, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder. Listen to my podcast on Open for Business Unscripted on October 9th and see for yourself. Visit my website www.lakelinganorepsychiatry.com
Healing For Success
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21281 (Online Only)
Licensed in DC, MD and NY. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a Masters in Counseling. I offer holistic mental health services including, psychiatric evaluations, medication management. My area of specialty includes: ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma including narcissistic abuse recover.
Licensed in DC, MD and NY. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a Masters in Counseling. I offer holistic mental health services including, psychiatric evaluations, medication management. My area of specialty includes: ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma including narcissistic abuse recover.
Funmilayo Olugbemi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Lanham, MD 20706 (Online Only)
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am culturally diverse and competent in providing mental health services across the illness-wellness continuum and lifespan: children, adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population.
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am culturally diverse and competent in providing mental health services across the illness-wellness continuum and lifespan: children, adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population.
Kasheria West
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044
Accepting New Clients. Kasheria West is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who uses various treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, and medication management. Her specialty is devoted to diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders. Through comprehensive assessment, personalized treatment planning, and ongoing support, she strive to empower her patients to thrive in all aspects of their lives. She aspire to be a trusted partner in her patients mental health journey, offering hope, guidance, and advocacy every step of the way.
Accepting New Clients. Kasheria West is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who uses various treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, and medication management. Her specialty is devoted to diagnosing, preventing, and treating mental disorders. Through comprehensive assessment, personalized treatment planning, and ongoing support, she strive to empower her patients to thrive in all aspects of their lives. She aspire to be a trusted partner in her patients mental health journey, offering hope, guidance, and advocacy every step of the way.
NP On Call, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21201
NP On Call offers medication management and therapy to address mental disorders including substance abuse. Our practice is made up of psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Mental Health therapists, and Family Nurse Practitioners.
NP On Call offers medication management and therapy to address mental disorders including substance abuse. Our practice is made up of psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Mental Health therapists, and Family Nurse Practitioners.
Geraldine Nkwain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
Now accepting new patients for telehealth appointments! Geraldine, a passionate psychiatric nurse practitioner with a doctorate degree, is dedicated to helping you live your best life. With over 13 years of experience, she specializes in holistic wellness, effective communication, and empathy. From children to older adults, she supports clients through various challenges, including trauma, addiction, relationship issues, and more. Geraldine's approach involves active listening and individualized treatment plans to promote self-management and independence. Patient education and collaboration are at the core of her practice.
Now accepting new patients for telehealth appointments! Geraldine, a passionate psychiatric nurse practitioner with a doctorate degree, is dedicated to helping you live your best life. With over 13 years of experience, she specializes in holistic wellness, effective communication, and empathy. From children to older adults, she supports clients through various challenges, including trauma, addiction, relationship issues, and more. Geraldine's approach involves active listening and individualized treatment plans to promote self-management and independence. Patient education and collaboration are at the core of her practice.
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Amoah Asante
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling with adult ADHD & depression. You may feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks and you may experience a lack of motivation and energy that makes it challenging to engage in these tasks or daily activities. You might find it difficult to get out of bed or take care of basic tasks due to depressive symptoms.
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling with adult ADHD & depression. You may feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks and you may experience a lack of motivation and energy that makes it challenging to engage in these tasks or daily activities. You might find it difficult to get out of bed or take care of basic tasks due to depressive symptoms.
Amoah Asante
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling with adult ADHD & depression. You may feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks and you may experience a lack of motivation and energy that makes it challenging to engage in these tasks or daily activities. You might find it difficult to get out of bed or take care of basic tasks due to depressive symptoms.
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling with adult ADHD & depression. You may feel overwhelmed and struggle to complete tasks and you may experience a lack of motivation and energy that makes it challenging to engage in these tasks or daily activities. You might find it difficult to get out of bed or take care of basic tasks due to depressive symptoms.
Opollo Health and Wellness, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bowie, MD 20720
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the weight of depression, trouble sleeping, anxiety, or bipolar disorder? Do you long for a sanctuary where understanding meets expertise, and where your unique journey to healing is honored? At Opollo Health and Wellness, we see you. We understand the challenges you face, and we're here to walk alongside you. Do you find yourself struggling to find balance amidst the chaos of racing thoughts and fluctuating moods? Are you tired of the constant battle against intrusive worries and overwhelming sadness? We are your safe space where your experiences are met with empathy, and without judgment.
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the weight of depression, trouble sleeping, anxiety, or bipolar disorder? Do you long for a sanctuary where understanding meets expertise, and where your unique journey to healing is honored? At Opollo Health and Wellness, we see you. We understand the challenges you face, and we're here to walk alongside you. Do you find yourself struggling to find balance amidst the chaos of racing thoughts and fluctuating moods? Are you tired of the constant battle against intrusive worries and overwhelming sadness? We are your safe space where your experiences are met with empathy, and without judgment.
Dr. Gedeon Longtchi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP, - BC
Verified Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Online Only)
Hi, I am Dr. Gideon, and I am here to serve you in a relatable way to get you back to feeling like yourself again—patients suffering from Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Relationship issues, or other mood-related symptoms. We aim to provide you with clinical expertise for mental, emotional, and spiritual stability. I manage patients with ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, personality disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and many more.
Hi, I am Dr. Gideon, and I am here to serve you in a relatable way to get you back to feeling like yourself again—patients suffering from Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Relationship issues, or other mood-related symptoms. We aim to provide you with clinical expertise for mental, emotional, and spiritual stability. I manage patients with ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, personality disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and many more.
Adaku Anike
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with great interpersonal skills and experience in emergency room psych consult, inpatient, and outpatient health care settings.
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with great interpersonal skills and experience in emergency room psych consult, inpatient, and outpatient health care settings.
Similade Adetunji
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-C, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21206 (Online Only)
I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I hold the positions of owner and CEO at Lily Health and Wellness Center. I provide assistance to individuals across all age groups and also takes pleasure in aiding families with their mental well-being. A significant number of my clients seek assistance for their symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which may encompass panic episodes, excessive anxiety, or interpersonal problems.
I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I hold the positions of owner and CEO at Lily Health and Wellness Center. I provide assistance to individuals across all age groups and also takes pleasure in aiding families with their mental well-being. A significant number of my clients seek assistance for their symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which may encompass panic episodes, excessive anxiety, or interpersonal problems.
Headway
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21702 (Online Only)
My name is Paul Ackah, a Board Certified and licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with over 15 years of Psychiatric Nursing. I provide care for individuals facing a wide range of mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, and substance use disorders.It is important to seek professional help when dealing with mental health issues to ensure that the appropriate treatment is received. I am now accepting clients for Telehealth appointments. Looking forward to find solution to your problem.
My name is Paul Ackah, a Board Certified and licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with over 15 years of Psychiatric Nursing. I provide care for individuals facing a wide range of mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, and substance use disorders.It is important to seek professional help when dealing with mental health issues to ensure that the appropriate treatment is received. I am now accepting clients for Telehealth appointments. Looking forward to find solution to your problem.
Linda Kalle
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 (Online Only)
Welcome to AspireBlock Health, your ally in mental wellness. We cater to those ready for transformative mental growth, be it ADHD, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, or life's challenges. Our holistic approach blends psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment plans with personalized care, fostering resilience and self-discovery. With confidentiality and comfort as our pillars, we create a safe space for your journey. Take the first step towards lasting well-being. Contact us today.
Welcome to AspireBlock Health, your ally in mental wellness. We cater to those ready for transformative mental growth, be it ADHD, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, or life's challenges. Our holistic approach blends psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment plans with personalized care, fostering resilience and self-discovery. With confidentiality and comfort as our pillars, we create a safe space for your journey. Take the first step towards lasting well-being. Contact us today.
Dr. Tai Ajani
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21202
Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP, PMHNP-BC is doctoral-prepared, dual board-certified in psychiatric mental health and adult gerontology nurse practitioner. She has more than 20 years of experience as a healthcare provider and has delivered high-quality health care to multicultural patients in outpatient and inpatient settings. At MindBodyPinnacle Health in Maryland, she offers holistic psychiatric care to individuals over the age 10 years.
Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP, PMHNP-BC is doctoral-prepared, dual board-certified in psychiatric mental health and adult gerontology nurse practitioner. She has more than 20 years of experience as a healthcare provider and has delivered high-quality health care to multicultural patients in outpatient and inpatient settings. At MindBodyPinnacle Health in Maryland, she offers holistic psychiatric care to individuals over the age 10 years.
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Black and African American Psychiatrists
As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
African American clients may seek out African American therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with African American clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with African American individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of African American clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognizing that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Black therapists?
The directory of Black therapists includes therapists who have self-identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profile, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. In situations where the number of therapists who have identified as Black is limited, the directory will also show therapists who have undergone specific multicultural training or have extensive experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds.