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Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Silver Spring, MD

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Top bipolar disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Silver Spring, MD

Managing bipolar I, bipolar II, or cyclothymia in Silver Spring is supported through Headway's network of empowering providers trained in psychoeducation, family-focused therapy, and routine stabilization. Sessions start as soon as next day, with many providers offering free consultations and insurance coverage to help reduce your out-of-pocket costs.

Dr. Meseret Asfaw

Dr. Meseret Asfaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“My extensive background in nursing and mental health allows me to provide compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized psychiatric care focused on each client's unique needs and treatment goals.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Beatrice Tekeh

Beatrice Tekeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“Clients often tell me that they feel heard in our visits. Some leave feeling lighter or more focused.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sophia Carre

Sophia Carre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • Kensington, MD


“I believe a well rounded Social Worker doesn't make the client fit the technique, but rather have an arsenal of tools that match client's goals and style of communication.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Cornelia Elad, Dnp-Pmnhp-Bc

Dr. Cornelia Elad, Dnp-Pmnhp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Beltsville, MD


“My approach is compassionate and patient-centered. I work with diverse clients across the lifespan to provide therapy, medication management, and practical life coaching.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Grace Ashu-Ngang

Dr. Grace Ashu-Ngang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Beltsville, MD


“I am dedicated to listening and meeting you exactly where you are, working collaboratively to uncover solutions that truly empower you.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ernest Keyaka

Ernest Keyaka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“I approach each person as a whole individual with a unique story, not as a set of symptoms to manage.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Olubunmi Salami

Dr. Olubunmi Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • College Park, MD


“My approach integrates compassionate medication management with empathetic support, aiming to reduce mental health stigma and bridge the gap between mental and physical wellness.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Narges Niaroji

Dr. Narges Niaroji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Rockville, MD


“I believe in establishing a partnership with each individual, focusing on developing a treatment plan that aims to achieve symptom remission while enhancing their quality of life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dorlin Bukirwa

Dorlin Bukirwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

In-person • <1 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


I specialize in medication management in treating mood, anxiety, psychotic, and substance use disorders. In the past, I worked as an RN in a dual diagnosis inpatient psychiatric unit. Recently, I have working in an outpatient private practice.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
John Choi

John Choi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Bethesda, MD


“I am someone who knows what good therapy can do. It informs empathic, thoughtful approach and the belief that therapy can help you recover from trauma, improve your mood, and restore health in relationships.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Heaton

Jennifer Heaton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Kensington, MD


“I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages through a strength based approach as we work together to develop self understanding and gain the tools necessary to move towards the life fullfillment you are seeking.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Grace Chikezie

Dr. Grace Chikezie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Lanham, MD


“With nearly three decades of experience in healthcare under my belt, including primary care and mental health services...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gerald Lui

Dr. Gerald Lui

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Rockville, MD


“My therapeutic approach integrates attachment-based and systems perspectives to help explore how early relational experiences shape current emotional and relational patterns.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Sabrina Willis

Dr. Sabrina Willis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Laurel, MD


I am objective as it applies to one’s life.

Further, I am non judgemental. I help one to find their way to healing and wholeness.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tammerra Hewitt

Tammerra Hewitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Lanham, MD


“The goal is to meet each client where they are then guide them to anew path with open, direct and solution oriented therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Uche Fabiku

Uche Fabiku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Temple Hills, MD


“I focus on building trust with my clients, actively listening to their concerns, and involving them in treatment decisions.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Arlene Vergara

Arlene Vergara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Rockville, MD


“My treatment goal for my client is to achieve strong social, academic, and professional growth to improve the quality of life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melissa Stephenson

Melissa Stephenson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Largo, MD


“I identify myself to be a "change agent," mental health practitioner, mental health therapist, etc. meets consumer's where they are, implements an individualized multimodal treatment approach...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Precious Esene

Dr. Precious Esene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Laurel, MD


As a Doctor in Nursing Practice, I have been in healthcare for over ten years, which has prepared me to manage my patients with evidence-based treatment modalities. I bring compassion and commitment to my practice of caring for the holistic needs of my patients, which entails a comprehensive assessment and evaluation of the patient’s psychological, emotional, and physical well-being, also creating a plan of care that will optimize a favorable outcome in a realistic, goal-oriented length of time, with the patient’s buy-in.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tosin Sowunmi

Dr. Tosin Sowunmi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Laurel, MD


“My extensive background spans the management of depression, ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, grief, loss, and cultural and relationship issues.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shakirra McKinley

Shakirra McKinley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Rockville, MD


“Shakirra is deeply committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment where individuals of color can feel heard, validated, and empowered.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Millsaps

Sharon Millsaps

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Rockville, MD


“I believe therapy should be collaborative. I aim to create a safe space where you can feel free to be your most authentic self without fear of judgment.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Thomas Skeeter

Thomas Skeeter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Laurel, MD


“He combines a family systems theory approach integrated with spirituality as a way to help patients identify stressors and develop healthy behaviors.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chioma Iroegbu

Chioma Iroegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Laurel, MD


“I believe healing begins when people feel seen, heard, and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and holistic — blending evidence-based psychiatric care with genuine compassion.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leilani Fryauff

Leilani Fryauff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Gaithersburg, MD


I work with people who are living with depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizo-affective disorder, adjustment disorder or are going through difficulties and need assistance moving towards a better way of life. I enjoy working with people to manage symptoms, stress and the everyday challenges of dealing with a mental health issue.

In my spare time I enjoy art, creativity, music, dance, acting and writing. I work with crystals, candles, oracle cards, but am also grounded in science. I do a lot of mindfulness.

I am a member of the MAMCD, the Maryland Association of Multicultural Counseling and Development as well as MASERVIC, the Maryland Association of Spiritual, Ethical, Religious Values in Counseling.

Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Margaret Arotimi

Dr. Margaret Arotimi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Clinton, MD


“I believe mental health is the cornerstone of a happy, stable life. I applaud you for taking the brave step to seek help.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Stella Okeke

Stella Okeke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Rockville, MD


“My style is warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental, creating a safe space where clients feel heard and understood.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Karen Allen

Karen Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Bowie, MD


“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Linda Kalle

Dr. Linda Kalle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Bowie, MD


“My clinical expertise comprises of using assessment tools, personal observations, and evidence-based practice measures to improve patient health outcomes.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Phanedra O'Neal

Phanedra O'Neal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Columbia, MD


“I am a compassionate and dedicated Post Masters Family Nurse Practitioner with eight years of psych background providing mental health care to diverse population.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tamela Harrison

Tamela Harrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Germantown, MD


“My work is practical and collaborative, and I tailor treatment to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jemima Kodua

Jemima Kodua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Germantown, MD


“Everyone deserves an individualized approach to care. Once we decide to work together, we'll act as partners in your therapeutic journey.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jim Piffath

Jim Piffath

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Glenelg, MD


“I try and provide a comfortable, safe environment where clients don't feel like they're being judged.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mbijeh Elizabeth

Dr. Mbijeh Elizabeth

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Upper Marlboro, MD


“She provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management for children, teens, and adults, using a holistic and empathetic approach.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chidinma Eze

Dr. Chidinma Eze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“I am a dual-board certified family and Mental health nurse practitioner. I believe in holistic care when providing care to my patients.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Cynthia Jackson

Dr. Cynthia Jackson

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“I believe in an integrative, holistic approach to care. I aim to learn not only what brought you into care today, but also the path that led you there.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sykia Edwards

Sykia Edwards

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“My style is down-to-earth, honest, and solution-focused. I'm not here to judge you or tell you how to live your life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Isabella Mate

Isabella Mate

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“I am dedicated to promoting emotional wellness through compassionate, person-centered care that integrates psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Oluwatoyin Adelakun

Oluwatoyin Adelakun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Waldorf, MD


“I am committed to providing compassionate, team-based care because I am convinced that understanding and healing can be powerful.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Robin Brown

Robin Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“I use a variety of healing modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS and art to help clients move through trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and identity issues.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our providers for bipolar disorder support located within 20 miles of Silver Spring, MD

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Silver Spring, MD
There are over 36 therapists in Silver Spring, MD accepting new patients.
36+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Bipolar disorder
  • 100%Depression
  • 89%ADD/ADHD
  • 83%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 94%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 6%Igbo
  • 6%Yoruba
  • 3%Cantonese
  • 3%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 19%Man
License types
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  • 64%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 8%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy

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