Psychiatric Care
We provide psychiatric care grounded in research, clinical experience, and a whole-person approach to mental health and wellbeing. Our approach integrates medical, psychological, and lifestyle-based strategies to support lasting mental health and wellbeing.
Psychiatric care that looks beyond symptoms to support lasting mental health.
Care That Looks
Beyond Symptoms
Thoughtful, research-driven psychiatric care that supports both mental health and overall wellbeing. Our approach integrates medical, psychological, and lifestyle-based strategies to meet each person where they are. Mental health is influenced by more than symptoms alone.
We give close attention to lifestyle factors that are central to wellbeing, including sleep, physical activity, nutrition, and social connection. These elements are thoughtfully integrated into care rather than treated as secondary concerns.
Close attention to lifestyle factors that are central to health and wellbeing including:
Sleep and Restful Recovery
Exercise and Physical Activity
Nutrition and Physical Health
Social Connection and Support
Core Psychiatric Services
Supporting Metro DC Patients, Providers, and Communities
Our psychiatric services are grounded in research, clinical experience, and thoughtful collaboration. Care is personalized, responsive, and designed to support both symptom relief and long-term mental health.
Treatment plans are developed with care and intention, taking into account medical needs, psychological wellbeing, and the broader context of each person’s life. We work collaboratively to ensure care feels clear, respectful, and aligned with individual goals.
Support is not static. Care may evolve over time, with ongoing monitoring and adjustment to ensure treatment remains appropriate, effective, and supportive as needs change.
Medication Management
Personalized medication care when indicated, with careful monitoring and collaborative decision-making.
Psychotherapy Collaboration
Coordinated care in collaboration with therapists within or outside of Alvord Baker.
Psychological Interventions
Evidence-based approaches centered on
self-compassion, acceptance, and practical skill-building.
Interventional,
Evidence-Based Therapy
Bright light therapy for depression and lavender oil for anxiety in adults are clinically supported options that may be incorporated when appropriate.
Advanced Treatment Coordination
For individuals who may benefit from specialized interventions, we provide referrals and close coordination with collaborating centers offering treatments such as:
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Ketamine therapy
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
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Other evidence-based interventional approaches
Care remains connected and intentional throughout the referral process.