Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ravikumar Bhalavat, MD, is a Board Certified Psychiatrist, a Board Certified Addiction Medicine Specialist, and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. With over 14 years of experience, He is dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of mental disorders through clinical research and providing compassionate, holistic patient care.
He serves as a Psychiatrist and Principal Investigator at in Bel Air, MD. He is highly skilled in advanced treatments such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato treatment, and implements integrated care models and Telepsychiatry.
As a Principal Investigator, He leads clinical trials focused on advancing psychiatric treatment. His recent and current work includes serving as Principal Investigator for Bipolar disorder, Major depression, schizophrenia .
Previously, He held position at the University of Maryland inpatient/out patient/ER Psychiatrist.
Altitude Behavioral Care located in Clinton, MD provides comprehensive in-person and tele psychiatric treatments and medication management for Depression, Mood Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, ADHD/ADD, Schizophrenia and schizoaffective Disorders, PTSD, Conduct Disorder, Psychosis, Insomnia, Eating Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and more.
Ivan C. Walks, M.D. is a thoughtful and caring Psychiatrist, with expertise in treating individuals with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including substance abuse. Conducting thorough evaluations and prescribing best medications according to diagnosis, Dr. Walks monitors his patients to determine efficacy and potential side effects of psychotropic medications. Dr. Walks listens! He is culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, and provides highly individualized service. Patients leave his presence with a lift! Dr. Walks’ particular strengths and areas of treatment include but are not limited to these Disorders: Major Depression and other types of depression, Generalized Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizoaffective, Schizophrenia, and other Psychosis, Social Anxiety/Social Phobia, Obsessive-Compulsive, Panic, and Post Traumatic Stress disorder. Dr. Walks is certified to treat Substance Abuse to include Alcohol Disorder, Opioid Addiction, and General Substance Abuse.
Marlaine Registe is a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health, and Family Nurse Practitioner based in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.
She earned her degree at Florida State University, where she specialized in Family/Internal Medicine. With a sub-specialty in adult, child, and adolescent psychiatry, from Shenandoah University. She has several years of experience in community health, outpatient clinics, and inpatient hospitals. Her areas of expertise include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, and perinatal/postpartum.
Marlaine practices collaboratively, treating the whole person & supporting all of her patients to achieve their mental health goals.
Outside work, she can be found spending time with family, gardening, and traveling.
She looks forward to being a part of your journey.
“This office and Marlaine Registe are exceptional. I always feel heard, welcomed, and taken care of. They are prompt in their responses and let me know often that their top priority is the client's health. Thank you, Marlaine, for being there!”
Ms. Marlaine Registe, ARNP
Psychiatrist
1200 G Street Nw
Washington, DC 20005
4.9(22)
Ernest Keyaka
Psychiatrist 16.3 mi
13321 New Hampshire Ave
Suite 200
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Dr. Ernesto Henderson is a double board-certified psychiatrist in general psychiatry and child & adolescent psychiatry, and founder/CEO of Finding Balance DO, LLC, in New York. He specializes in comprehensive care for children and adults, treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, and more. As an osteopathic physician, he also offers Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) for a holistic approach. Born in Fort Washington, MD, he studied at the University of Iowa and earned his DO at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine. He trained at HMH Palisades (internship), St. Elizabeths Hospital (residency), and SUNY Downstate (fellowship). In 2025, he became Unit Chief of the First Break Psychosis Unit at Kings County Hospital and faculty at SUNY Downstate, with an upcoming role at Maimonides. He previously held privileges at NYP Brooklyn Methodist and taught at Weill Cornell. Multilingual in English, French, Spanish, and some Japanese, he is dedicated to accessible, patient-centered care in New York
“Dr. Henderson is so proactive, smart, and caring. It has been a pleasure being his patient virtually. I love his approach to holistic psychiatry, therapy, and med/supplement management! Definitely recommend!”
Dr. Ernesto Henderson, DO
Psychiatrist
1629 K St Nw Ste 300
Washington, DC 20006
5.0(2)
Kelvinda Kamara, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist 17.4 mi
Jessica Ogunye, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, culturally informed care at Bluegrass Mental Health in Columbia, Maryland.
As a first-generation Nigerian raised in the DMV area, she understands how cultural background, identity, and lived experiences shape mental health and healing. Her holistic and collaborative approach ensures that each person feels heard and supported throughout their treatment.
Jessica earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Marymount University and her master’s degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She began her nursing career at Johns Hopkins Hospital, where she gained extensive experience in psychiatric care, including TMS, ketamine treatment, sleep studies, schizophrenia, and pediatric neuropsychiatric conditions. She later advanced psychiatric clinical training and crisis intervention competencies at the National Institutes of Health.
Jessica provides mental health assessment and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults, with a focus on anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, and sleep disorders. She prioritizes patient education, transparency, and regular follow-up, helping individuals understand their treatment and actively participate in their care.
Jessica’s goal is to create a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
Alejandra Ivey, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides inclusive, compassionate mental health care through telehealth at Bluegrass Mental Health in Columbia, Maryland.
She earned both her Master’s and Doctorate in Nursing Practice from the Medical University of South Carolina, where she received advanced training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment.
Dr. Ivey has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including work at Sheppard Pratt, treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and complex psychiatric conditions. She specializes in providing care across the lifespan, supporting children, adolescents, and adults in developing meaningful progress in their mental health journey.
Originally from Wyoming, Dr. Ivey comes from a diverse cultural background, is a proud LGBTQ+ ally, and is a U.S. military veteran. She brings warmth, respect, and cultural sensitivity to every session, valuing each patient’s identity, lived experience, and personal goals. Her holistic approach focuses on collaboration, education, and individualized treatment planning to achieve lasting stability and well-being.
Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys sewing, crafts, reading, spending time outdoors, and caring for her pets. Dr. Ivey sees patients exclusively via telehealth and accepts most major insurance plans.
Ifeyinwa Maduka, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over four years of clinical experience. She provides compassionate mental health care at Bluegrass Mental Health in Columbia, Maryland.
Dr. Maduka earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama and her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Chatham University, where she gained advanced training in psychiatric evaluation, psychopharmacology, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Dr. Maduka has worked in diverse mental health settings, including outpatient practices and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs). She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma-related conditions, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. Her clinical approach is integrative and personalized, drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic principles, and mindfulness-based strategies to help patients develop insight, emotional balance, and sustainable coping skills.
Dr. Maduka believes that healing is a collaborative process. She takes the time to understand each patient’s story, values, and goals, ensuring that treatment plans are supportive, respectful, and tailored to each individual.
Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys reading, walking, participating in community service, and mentoring colleagues in the mental health field. Dr. Maduka accepts most major insurance plans and welcomes new patients.
Helen Metkowski, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides care for children, adolescents, and adults at Bluegrass Mental Health in Columbia, Maryland. She earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from York College of Pennsylvania and her master’s degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing from Drexel University.
Helen has eight years of clinical experience working in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatric settings, including roles at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Johns Hopkins Bayview, and Sheppard Pratt. She is trained in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, borderline personality disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxiety-related conditions. Her approach is collaborative and patient-centered, ensuring that individuals are active participants in their treatment planning and decision-making.
Helen values open communication and believes that care is most effective when patients feel supported, understood, and truly involved in the process. Her goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized treatment that helps each person move toward stability, confidence, and well-being.
Helen is experienced in telehealth and accepts most major insurance plans. She is currently welcoming new patients.
“I've been seeing Helen Metkowski for a few years now. She is attentive, diligent, and cares deeply. It is always a delight to speak with her, and her warmth and compassion are a welcome beacon.”
