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Psychiatric Care

Considering or maintaining a medication regimen may be a helpful component to psychological treatment. We provide psychiatric care grounded in research, clinical experience, and take a whole-person approach to mental health and wellbeing.

Comprehensive psychiatric care that addresses the whole person to support lasting mental health.

Core Psychiatric Services

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.

Initial Medication Evaluations

Comprehensive psychiatric assessments to understand your symptoms, history, and goals before recommending any medication options.

Psychotherapy Collaboration

Coordinated care in collaboration with therapists within or outside of Alvord Baker.

Medication Management

Personalized medication care when indicated, with careful monitoring and collaborative decision-making.

Interventional,
Evidence-Based Treatment

Beyond medication, treatment may include other clinically supported options such as bright light therapy.

Comprehensive Care

Individuals seeking a psychiatric consult receive a comprehensive assessment of their symptoms and lifestyle factors before any treatment recommendations are made.

In addition to considering medication, we give close attention to variables 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.

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Lifestyle factors that are central to health and wellbeing including:

Sleep and Restful Recovery

Exercise and Physical Activity

Nutrition and Eating Behaviors

Social Connection and Support

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Advanced Treatment Coordination

For individuals who may benefit from specialized interventions, we provide referrals and close coordination with collaborating centers offering treatments such as:
 

  • Ketamine therapy

  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

  • Other evidence-based interventional approaches


Care remains connected and intentional throughout the referral process.

Take the first step today towards
better relationships and a healthier life.

Located in Capitol Hill, Chevy Chase, Columbia, and Rockville/Potomac, MD, Alvord Baker is dedicated to empowering our clients with evidence-based and personalized care.

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