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.
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.
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.
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 can’t say enough good things about my experience with Dr. Metkowski. She is incredibly warm, non-judgmental, and easy to talk to. At the same time, she’s genuinely effective in her approach.
With her help, I’ve found a treatment plan that has worked consistently for years and has had a meaningful impact on my day-to-day life. I always feel heard, supported, and respected during our appointments. Even now that I’m at the point of shorter check-ins, I genuinely look forward to them. She just makes the entire process feel easy!
I’ve recommended her to both my brother and sister, and they’ve since become long-term patients as well!”
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.
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!”
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.
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.
“He listened carefully, answered all my questions, and made me feel at ease throughout my visit. I’ve never felt more comfortable discussing my health concerns. He explained every step of my treatment plan clearly and ensured I understood all options before proceeding. Highly Recommend!”
Oko Akrong, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist
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Olga Wymore
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 18.7 mi
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.
Brent R. Coyle, M.D. is a Board Certified Psychiatrist with the additional distinction of "Distinguished Fellow," with over 36 years of experience in psychiatry in various settings, including inpatient, academic, and outpatient. Dr. Coyle received his M.D. from The University of Minnesota, Mpls. campus, and he completed his Psychiatric Residency at Wilford Hall, USAF Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. His clinical passion is Patient-Centered Care and working in collaboration with Clients to assist them with their mental health and well-being.
Dr. Coyle treats various psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, substance and mood disorders. He utilizes non-pharmacological treatment of supportive listening and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with evidence-based pharmacological management. His ultimate goal is for Clients to be heard and healed through counseling, education, and medication.
