Find a psychiatrist in Rockville, MD — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Rockville, MD accepting new patients
In Rockville's Aspen Hill, Bethesda, and White Flint neighborhoods, Headway's 705 warm and affirming providers offer flexible mental health care. Whether you need support with relationships, grief, or other challenges, find providers with availability as soon as next day through virtual or in-person sessions.
Hi, I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, personalized mental health care for adults and young adults. I believe healing happens when you feel heard, understood, and supported — not rushed or judged.
I work collaboratively with my clients to create treatment plans that fit your goals, lifestyle, and values. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, or trauma, we’ll take the time to understand the whole picture and find what truly works for you.
My approach combines thoughtful medication management with therapy-informed care, education, and practical coping strategies. My goal is to help you feel more balanced, confident, and in control of your life.
If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d be honored to support you on your journey.
I am a doctorally prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and centered around patients' needs, goals, and lived experiences.
I provide care through a combination of comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy.
I am very dedicated, committed and passionate about mental health care. My goal is to renew minds, restore balance, helping my patients achieve achieve optimal health and well being. I love what I do and I care a lot about about my patients.
I received my medical education in Paris, France.
I arrived in the US in 1982 and completed my psychiatric residency at Temple University Hospital, in Philadelphia in 1989.
IN 2010, I completed a forensic psychiatry fellowship in Portland, Oregon.
I have worked as a staff psychiatrist within the Maryland state mental health system for 23 years.
I am working with patients suffering from general mental illness and patients suffering from substance abuse.
I have worked with substance abuse clients since 1992 when I created a treatment program at Crownsville Hospital, in Crownsville. More recently I have been working with clients receiving buprenorphine (Suboxone) for the treatment of opioid use disorder.
I’m committed to providing a respectful, compassionate, supportive, caring, and evidence-based mental health services in a safe space and supportive environment. I strive to listen without judgement because I understand each client’s unique circumstances, and work collaboratively to maintain and develop individualized treatment plans that promotes recovery, personal growth, and emotional wellbeing.
With over twenty-seven years of diverse nursing experience, particularly in Emergency Room and Mental Health settings, such as St. Elizabeth Hospital, Providence Hospital, and the Psychiatric Institute of Washington. These positions have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of both clinical excellence and operational efficiency.
I work with adults and teens who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, trauma, or life stress and feel stuck despite trying to cope alone. Others seek clarity around symptoms or support during major life transitions. Children and adolescents may struggle with emotional regulation, attention, mood changes, or behavioral concerns. Often, individuals or parents want relief and a clear path forward with a provider who listens and helps them feel more balanced, focused, and hopeful.
Mrs Zainab Pierre, [MSN, PMHNP] is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Professional with extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing a broad range of mental and behavioral health conditions across diverse populations. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and a passion for holistic care, she specializes in providing compassionate, patient-centered treatment for individuals coping with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use, and trauma-related conditions.
Mrs Zainab is skilled in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, crisis intervention, and care coordination, and works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for clients. Committed to advancing mental health equity, she also advocates for community-based solutions, mental health education, and stigma reduction.
She currently practices with United healthcare Washington DC and TRIPLEZEES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LLC and holds a BSN and MSN, bringing a blend of clinical expertise, cultural sensitivity, and genuine empathy to every therapeutic encounter.
I provide structured, evidence-based psychiatric care for adolescents and adults with anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, and complex mental health conditions. I specialize in treating individuals who have had limited response to prior treatment and require a more personalized, clinically guided approach. I also have extensive experience supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in both community and residential settings.
About our psychiatrists serving Rockville, MD
- 99%Anxiety
- 99%Depression
- 90%ADD/ADHD
- 89%Bipolar disorder
- 88%PTSD
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 68%Ascension
- 98%English
- 7%French
- 5%Yoruba
- 4%Igbo
- 2%Hindi
- 92%Online only
- 8%In-person or online
- 86%Woman
- 14%Man
- 97%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2%Medical Doctor
- 97%Individual therapy
- 25%Family therapy
- 10%Couples therapy
- 8%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Psychiatrist in Rockville, MD
Finding psychiatrists in Rockville starts with knowing what kind of mental health care you want to search for. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists focus on talk therapy and support through approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care. If you’re looking for help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties and bio to see whether their training matches your needs.
Rockville has local options for psychiatric care, but appointment times near your home, office, or school may vary. Virtual appointments can expand your search across Maryland while still giving you access to care from Rockville. Psychiatric appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, so it helps to check scheduling flexibility, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Some psychiatrists also provide therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber.
Psychiatric care in Rockville can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. Headway makes it easier to find psychiatrists who take your plan by verifying your insurance, showing estimated costs before you book, and listing psychiatrists who are accepting new patients. You can compare bios, review availability, choose virtual or in-person care, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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