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Christine is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, who has experience treating patients across the life span. Christine received her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Delaware, specializing in psychiatry/mental health. Her doctoral project was on mindfulness in substance use disorders. Christine has worked in the outpatient mental health setting since 2019. During that time, she has treated patients with a variety of mental health conditions. Prior to working in the outpatient mental health setting, Christine was a critical care registered nurse rotating between five specialty intensive care units in a large health system. During this time, she helped treat and advocate for clients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions in the setting of an acute medical illness. Christine sees patients of all ages and treats all mental health issues.

I am an experienced PMHNP-BC with a strong background specializing in psychiatric-mental health and behavioral issues across the lifespan. I am a strong believer that mental wellness plays a vital role in our overall health. If you are having difficulty coping with life or experiencing a mental health concern that is interfering with your ability to function on a daily basis, let me help! I have practiced in a variety of settings as an independent member of the health care team, collaborating with other health professionals to provide mental health care services. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, substance use disorders, and personality disorders. As a PMHNP, I work with clients through compassion, empathy, respect, humility, and hope to restore dignity and reduce mental health stigma.

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.

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.

New Era Recovery and Behavioral Health LLC in Washington, DC, offers integrative behavioral health care to children, teens, and adults challenged by the spectrum of mental health disorders. Gregory Obiwuma, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN, RN, and his experienced team offer access to quality care with the option of in-patient office visits and the convenience of virtual telehealth appointments.

The practice offers evidence-based psychiatric and behavioral health care provided by licensed and well-experienced individuals. Their client-centered approach ensures the team targets each person’s unique needs, supporting their ability to overcome mental health challenges, achieve recovery, and enjoy a thriving, balanced life.

The team aims to eradicate the stigma against behavioral health issues and promote non-judgmental mental health care.

Their comprehensive services include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, and COVID-19 testing. To ensure optimal medication results, they perform GeneSight® testing, analyzing each person’s DNA to learn how their body metabolizes medications and identify the most effective ones.

Patients often seek help from the New Era Recovery and Behavioral Health LLC team for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety. The team also has extensive experience effectively treating serious mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.

People struggling with substance abuse can get outpatient treatment at New Era Recovery and Behavioral Health LLC. The team provides medication-assisted treatment that stops cravings for and withdrawal from addictions to opioids, alcohol, and other substances.

Whether patients need guidance, support, encouragement, or more intensive therapy, the team at New Era Recovery and Behavioral Health LLC is ready to help each person recover and move forward into a thriving, balanced life. To learn more about their services, call the office or use the online booking feature today.

Paul is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of Psych nursing, who provides mental health care to patients across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Besides his Master of Science in Nursing, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, his career in nursing spans more than 18 years, working in a variety of settings. Paul applies a holistic approach to mental health care, which focuses on treating the whole person and not just the symptoms of the disease. His services include medication management and psychotherapy for multiple psychiatric pathologies ranging from depression to anxiety, to Bipolar, to PTSD, to schizophrenia and, ADHD, among others. His background as a psych nurse allows him to deliver the best psycho education to his patients regarding their conditions, treatment options and side effects, as well as medication interactions.

Oko Akrong, PMHNP-BC, RN, MSN, is passionate about caring for patients. As a veteran, he knows first hand the effects of mental illness and how it negatively affects qualifications of life. His focus is to provide relief and help patients live their best lives. He is licensed in D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia servicing the whole DMV area. Oko Akrong received his PMHNP from Regis College. He works with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, PTSD, psychotic disorders, and more. During treatment, Oko uses a client-centered solution-focused approach to provide the best possible care. He believes good communication and active listening leads to the best solution, and he uses these skills to help patients move forward in life. He believes hold heartedly that the relationship he has with his patients is one of a navigator whose job it is to use his skills, knowledge and education to create a clear cut path to the patients happiness.

Olga Wymore, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improved overall wellness. She understands that successful weight management involves more than diet and exercise—it also requires addressing the emotional, behavioral, and mental health factors that influence eating habits, motivation, and lifestyle change.

Olga provides personalized evaluations while supporting patients in developing healthier habits, building confidence, and creating realistic, lasting lifestyle changes. Her approach is compassionate, holistic, and focused on empowering patients to reach their goals.

Outside of work, Olga enjoys weight training several days a week, hiking with her dogs, biking, and horseback riding. She also enjoys exploring healthy foods and believes that staying active and maintaining balanced nutrition are key to long-term health and weight management success.

Victoria Lind is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a passion for helping patients feel empowered, supported, and seen on their wellness journey. With a warm, collaborative approach, she integrates mental health care into obesity medicine, addressing the emotional and behavioral factors that influence long-term health outcomes.

Victoria brings over a decade of nursing and behavioral health experience, specializing in treating anxiety, depression, and emotional eating patterns often associated with weight challenges. She is committed to creating a judgment-free space where every patient feels heard and motivated to reach their goals, mind, body, and spirit.

Beltta G. Tachi, DNP, is an Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist at Fidelity Behavioral Health. Dr. Tachi provides high-quality care to all patients at the offices of Greenbelt and Beltsville, Maryland. She sees patients virtually via Telehealth.

Education and learning have always been of importance to Dr. Tachi. In May 2009, she earned her Associate Degree in Nursing, followed by her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2013 from Prince George's Community College (PGCC) in Largo, Maryland.

While studying for her Masters in 2018, Dr. Tachi completed Aspen Day treatment LLC Psychiatric Mental Health Internship Outpatient under a psychiatrist's supervision, providing psychiatric evaluations and ongoing psychiatric care to adults, children, and families with mental illness disorders.

In 2019, she received her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Chamberlain University College of Nursing in Addison, Illinois.

From February through May 2019, she fulfilled a Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner Internship Outpatient under the supervision of Dr. Atlener-Artis-Trower, a Licensed Psychiatrist. She provided comprehensive assessments of all members within the family, applied the appropriate interventions as needed, and utilized literation to provide evidence-based care.

Later in 2019, she achieved her Master's in Nursing Science, PMHNP-BC, at Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Dr. Tachi is Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified and licensed as a Registered Nurse both in Maryland and the District of Columbia. She is licensed to prescribe in Maryland with MAT waiver. 

She provides care for patients with mental health challenges, precisely medication management. With the help of therapy and medication management, Dr. Tachi helps individuals struggling with mental health problems overcome their fear and take back control of their lives.

She is passionate about empowering all her patients to live whole and healthy lives. She is here for you and your family.

Victoria Lind is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a passion for helping patients feel empowered, supported, and seen on their wellness journey. With a warm, collaborative approach, she integrates mental health care into obesity medicine, addressing the emotional and behavioral factors that influence long-term health outcomes.

Victoria brings over a decade of nursing and behavioral health experience, specializing in treating anxiety, depression, and emotional eating patterns often associated with weight challenges. She is committed to creating a judgment-free space where every patient feels heard and motivated to reach their goals, mind, body, and spirit.

Olga Wymore, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improved overall wellness. She understands that successful weight management involves more than diet and exercise—it also requires addressing the emotional, behavioral, and mental health factors that influence eating habits, motivation, and lifestyle change.

Olga provides personalized evaluations while supporting patients in developing healthier habits, building confidence, and creating realistic, lasting lifestyle changes. Her approach is compassionate, holistic, and focused on empowering patients to reach their goals.

Outside of work, Olga enjoys weight training several days a week, hiking with her dogs, biking, and horseback riding. She also enjoys exploring healthy foods and believes that staying active and maintaining balanced nutrition are key to long-term health and weight management success.

Madison Kutzera, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. Originally from Maryland, she earned her undergraduate degree in Public Health Science from the University of Maryland and went on to receive her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Radford University Carilion in Roanoke, Virginia.

Madison has experience working with patients managing a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and bipolar disorders. She is committed to an evidence-based, patient-centered approach, carefully tailoring medication regimens to align with each patient’s unique concerns and diagnoses.

In addition to medication management, Madison integrates a variety of psychotherapy techniques into her practice. She regularly utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) strategies to help patients reframe negative thinking patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and improve emotional regulation. She also employs elements of supportive therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and psychoeducation to empower patients in their treatment. Her approach reflects a holistic understanding of mental health that goes beyond symptoms to focus on overall well-being.

Madison works with both adolescent and adult patients and is currently pursuing her Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry to further expand her clinical expertise.

Outside of work, Madison enjoys reading, painting, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends. She has been a dedicated member of the Innovative Psychiatry team for over three years and is proud to continue serving the Howard County community.