Psychiatrist in Gaithersburg MD
Months of Stress and Nothing Is Helping: Is It Time to Consider Medication?
Q: The past several months have been non-stop stressful for me. I’m not sleeping. I’ve been a hermit lately, not seeing friends and replacing former hobbies like working out and seeing friends with doomscrolling. I’m stressed about what’s going on in the news, and nothing I’m doing, including therapy, is getting me out of this…
I’ve Tried Everything: Can meds help me get out of this funk?
Q: I’ve been in a funk for months, and it’s not getting better in spite of my efforts to pull out of it. I am considering talking with someone about getting on something to help me pull out of this, but I don’t want to be on it long-term. A: What you’re describing is more…
The Power of Collaborative Psychiatric Care at Kentlands Psychotherapy
At Kentlands Psychotherapy, we believe that exceptional psychiatric care starts with extraordinary collaboration. Our prescribing providers—board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs)—don’t work in isolation. They are fully integrated into a multidisciplinary team of experienced mental health professionals who meet regularly to share insights, consult on complex cases, and stay current on the latest evidence-based…
New Mental Health & Allied Professionals Meet-Up Circle Launches
We’re excited to share that our founder, Dr. Elizabeth Carr, has launched a new community initiative: the Mental Health and Allied Professionals Meet-Up Circle — an informal networking group for local licensed professionals who serve the mental health and well-being of individuals and families in metro Maryland. This new group was created to address a…
Aunt Lydia’s Psy Ops
This might be Aunt Lydia’s most brutal moment yet. Not because of what she does physically, but because of how expertly she breaks June down—emotionally, morally, and psychologically using psychological operations (psy ops). Let’s unpack how she does it. (Season 2; Episode 11) Guilt Induction (Moral Injury) Aunt Lydia uses guilt as a weapon. By stating…
Better Sleep with CBT-I
Q: I’ve battled with my sleep for over a decade. Melatonin, Tylenol PM, and prescriptions help, but they eventually stop working or leave me feeling hung over. What can I do? A: Struggling with sleep can be incredibly frustrating. Fortunately, if you’re seeking a long-term solution, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) could be…
Exploring Psychedelics for Depression
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy for Treatment-Resistant Depression? Q: I’ve been in treatment for depression for years, both therapy and medication. Yet, I’m still struggling. I’m considering alternative treatments, including psychedelic-assisted treatment. My husband and therapist are against it. Can you help me decide? A: We’re sorry you’re still experiencing symptoms despite years of care. Understandably,…
The History of Psychedelics in Mental Health Care
Renewed Interest in Psychedelics Human use of psychedelics dates back thousands of years. Most commonly as part of religious or healing rituals. Over the last decade, there has been a renewed interest in exploring the potential benefits of psychedelic compounds. Researchers have investigated them for the treatment of several common psychiatric conditions. These include depression,…
Could It Be Autism? Understanding the Subtleties of Adult Diagnosis
In the age of social media, it’s easier than ever to stumble across stories and symptoms that make us pause and think, “Could this be me?” or “Is this my spouse?” For many, the question of whether subtle signs could indicate autism spectrum disorder (ASD) arises out of curiosity rather than concern. At Kentlands Psychotherapy,…
Badger or Back Off My Child about Taking Their ADHD Medications
Q: My 10th grader has ADHD. He’s pretty inconsistent about taking his medications. He doesn’t mind them; he just forgets. He gets annoyed when I remind him and feels “babied.” But if he’s not consistent, it really impacts his school performance. We’re about to go into his junior year. The stakes are high for him…
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