ABOUT ME
Description:
I am a board certified psychiatrist with 8 years of clinical experience in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC.  I have trained at numerous area hospitals in the fields of psychiatry, medicine, and neurology.  My experience includes serving at a variety of community mental health centers, a state psychiatric hospital, an addiction treatment center, a refugee mental health clinic, and an academic medical center.  I also have experience in a number of psychotherapeutic techniques including psychodynamic, CBT, interpersonal, brief, group, couples, humanistic, and cross-cultural.

Current Professional Activities:
Attending Psychiatrist - Virginia Hospital Center, Center for Psychiatric and Addiction Treatment (CPAT)

Psychiatrist - Arlington County, Department of Human Services, Behavioral Healthcare Division

Education:
Board Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Residency
George Washington University Medical Center (Washington, DC)

Medical School
George Washington University School of Medicine (Washington, DC)

Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology - Wayne State University (Detroit, MI)

Personal attention to each individual:
My philosophy is to have a collaborative partnership in creating an individualized treatment plan for your needs and goals.

Confidentiality:
Your confidentiality is of primary importance in our work together.  I strictly adhere to The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines. 

Safety:
Safety is a fundamental component that underlies my mission to you.  This refers not only to medical, physical, psychological, or social concerns; but also to providing a framework for trust, honesty, and high ethical standards.