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Dr. April Anderson, DO
Dr. April Anderson, DO
Dr. April Anderson, DO
Adult Psychiatrist
Following her psychiatric training, April Anderson, DO entered into private practice in the Chicago area where she primarily helped people struggling with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. She joined The Chesapeake Center in 2015, following a move to the Washington, DC area.
Dr. Anderson is known for her calm,
Adult Psychiatrist
Following her psychiatric training, April Anderson, DO entered into private practice in the Chicago area where she primarily helped people struggling with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. She joined The Chesapeake Center in 2015, following a move to the Washington, DC area.
Dr. Anderson is known for her calm, straightforward, collaborative approach to working with her patients. She places an emphasis on developing a strong therapeutic alliance to ensure that appropriate care is tailored to each patient’s specific needs and goals. Dr. Anderson utilizes medication management and/or psychotherapy to help her patients reach their objectives. She frequently collaborates with other members of Chesapeake’s clinical team in order to provide the best care for her patients.
Education and Training:
Dr. Anderson grew up in the Midwest and attended college at Carleton College, receiving her bachelor’s degree in psychology before pursuing her medical training at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. She went on to complete her adult psychiatric residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.
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Areas of Interest Include:
- ADHD
- Mood Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety
Dr. Anderson is Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and Licensed to practice in the State of Maryland.
Dr. Shana Gage, MD
Dr. April Anderson, DO
Dr. April Anderson, DO
Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Shana Gage is a triple board-certified psychiatrist specializing in the treatment of child & adolescent, adult, and addiction disorders. Dr. Gage skillfully blends her unique expertise to treat conditions ranging from ADHD and Mood & Anxiety Disorders, to those with more complex issues such as pat
Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Shana Gage is a triple board-certified psychiatrist specializing in the treatment of child & adolescent, adult, and addiction disorders. Dr. Gage skillfully blends her unique expertise to treat conditions ranging from ADHD and Mood & Anxiety Disorders, to those with more complex issues such as patients who have been dually diagnosed. She has special interest in adolescent, young adult, and female populations.
She is passionate about helping patients uncover the root causes of their emotional/behavioral disturbances and addictive behaviors. She approaches treatment from a holistic and integrated perspective with emphasis on addressing the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to mental health disorders.
Dr. Gage has years of experience as a treating physician working in varied collaborative settings to include inpatient, outpatient, residential, and rehabilitative treatment centers. As a mental health advocate, she is dedicated to breaking the stigmas that perpetuate and promote healthcare disparities especially in underserved populations. She recognizes the value of cohesion and familial support as foundational blocks in achieving successful treatment outcomes. She strongly encourages collaboration with family members, schools, and other relevant support systems in the treatment planning process. She is committed to providing compassionate, non-judgmental, and culturally competent care to all patients.
Education and Training:
Dr. Gage was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. She received her undergraduate training from Oakwood University and her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine. She completed her internship and residency training at Howard University Hospital. Her specialty fellowships in Child & Adolescent and Addiction Psychiatry were completed at the University of Maryland School of Medicine where she was chosen as chief fellow and served as an assistant professor. She is board certified in Child & Adolescent, Adult, and Addiction Psychiatry.
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Areas of Interest Include:
- ADHD in children, adolescents, and young adults
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Women’s Mental Health
- Anxiety Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- Substance Abuse Disorder
Dr. Lin Gyi, MD
Dr. April Anderson, DO
Dr. Lin Gyi, MD
Child & Adult Psychiatrist
Lin Gyi, MD, is a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and OCD. Dr. Gyi also has experience working with individuals who identify as transgender or gender non-binary and incorporates a gender-affirming approach to the treatment she p
Child & Adult Psychiatrist
Lin Gyi, MD, is a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and OCD. Dr. Gyi also has experience working with individuals who identify as transgender or gender non-binary and incorporates a gender-affirming approach to the treatment she provides. Since her residency training, Dr. Gyi has adopted the four perspectives model when it comes to a comprehensive patient evaluation.
This model allows her to consider a holistic view of her patients that includes the disease, dimensional, behavior, and life story perspectives. Dr. Gyi is licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Education and Training:
Dr. Gyi received her bachelor’s degree from Swarthmore, where she studied biology and art history. After her undergraduate studies, Dr. Gyi worked for two years as a scientific program analyst at the National Human Genome Research Institute. She received her medical degree from New York Medical College. Dr. Gyi completed her psychiatry residency at Johns Hopkins and her fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Georgetown.
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Areas of Interest Include:
- ADHD in children, adolescents, and young adults
- Anxiety Disorders
- Mood Disorders and OCD
- Working with LGBTQ community
Dr. Gyi is Board Certified in both Adult and Child Psychiatry and Licensed to practice in the State of Maryland and DC.
Dr. Carrie Lewis, MD
Dr. Michael Morse, MD, MPA
Dr. Carrie Lewis, MD
Child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist
Carrie Lewis, MD is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of ADHD, anxiety disorders and depressive disorders.
Dr. Lewis has extensive experience providing comprehensive psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, to her patients in various sett
Child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist
Carrie Lewis, MD is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of ADHD, anxiety disorders and depressive disorders.
Dr. Lewis has extensive experience providing comprehensive psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, to her patients in various settings including hospitals, schools, outpatient mental health clinics, drug-treatment centers, and even tele-psychiatry in rural areas of Maryland. She is passionate about providing quality, evidence-based care and educating her patients and their families about mental illness, treatment options, and overall wellness. In addition to direct clinical care, Dr. Lewis hopes to work to improve awareness of women’s mental health issues as well as patients with substance abuse disorders.
Education and Training:
Dr. Lewis is from Saint Louis, Missouri and attended Washington University in St. Louis for her undergraduate studies where she studied performance art and modern dance. After her undergraduate studies, Dr. Lewis attended a Post Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program at Columbia University in New York City and completed her medical training at University of Kansas School of Medicine.
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- ADHD in children, adolescents, and young adults
- Anxiety Disorders (including Panic Disorders, GAD)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Pharmacogenomics
- Dual Diagnoses (substance abuse)
- Women’s mental health issues (prenatal/post-partum)
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Dr. Lewis is Board Certified in both Child and Adult Psychiatry and is Licensed to practice in the State of Maryland.
Dr. Roby Marcou, MD
Dr. Michael Morse, MD, MPA
Dr. Carrie Lewis, MD
Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrician
Roby Marcou, M.D., was among the first group of physicians to become board certified in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. She has developed an international following over more than 30 years of practice in both the US and in South-East Asia.
She founded a Developmental and Behavioral Pediatric
Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrician
Roby Marcou, M.D., was among the first group of physicians to become board certified in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. She has developed an international following over more than 30 years of practice in both the US and in South-East Asia.
She founded a Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics clinic in Singapore and served as an Adjunct Professor and Senior Consultant at the National University Hospital Child Development Unit in Singapore. Most unusually, for a number of years, Dr. Marcou was a part-time middle school teacher at the Jakarta International School and brings that unique perspective to her work.
At the Chesapeake Center, Dr. Marcou provides Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Consultations that consist of an extended medical evaluation of a child, teen, or young adult for behavioral, neurological, developmental, learning or emotional concerns. Consultations include diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and monitoring of a patient’s progress. The assessments Dr. Marcou performs are a mixture of medical testing, neuro-developmental testing, and attainment testing, evaluating the ‘whole child’ in a comprehensive manner. In most cases, a classroom observation is part of her assessment process. The goal of assessment is to understand the patient’s challenges and strengths to optimize and personalize care.
Education and Training:
Dr. Marcou earned her undergraduate degree at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, studied medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her pediatric residency at the Stanford University Hospitals.
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Areas of Interest Include:
- ADHD
- Asperger’s Syndrome
- Sleep difficulties
- School phobia
- Separation anxiety
- Sensory Processing Disorder
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Genetic syndromes
- Social communication issues
- Adoption related issues
- Psychological issues in chronically ill children
- Transition to adulthood for individuals with and without disabilities
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Learning difficulties
- Anxiety
- Selective Mutism
- Developmental delays
- Sensory Integration Disorder
- Language Disorders
- Depression
- Memory problems
Dr. Michael Morse, MD, MPA
Dr. Michael Morse, MD, MPA
Dr. Michael Morse, MD, MPA
Psychiatrist
Director of Psychiatric Education and Training
Michael Morse, MD, MPA is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of ADHD and anxiety. He understands that while people with ADHD often benefit from medication management, a broader approach that incorporates patients’ values, aspirations, and s
Psychiatrist
Director of Psychiatric Education and Training
Michael Morse, MD, MPA is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of ADHD and anxiety. He understands that while people with ADHD often benefit from medication management, a broader approach that incorporates patients’ values, aspirations, and strengths is essential. He believes that psychotherapy is a central component of treatment and encourages his patients to pursue this treatment when appropriate.
Dr. Morse engages collaboratively with patients and families to repair the negative effects that ADHD can have on parent-child and marital/partner dynamics: strengthening relationships is a central focus of the treatment. He also has an interest in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and families. His work is guided by feminist and anti-racist values.
In addition to direct clinical care, Dr. Morse leads efforts domestically and internationally to improve healthcare quality. He previously served as the Executive Director of a nonprofit which advances medical education in the Middle East, on the American Psychiatric Association’s Council on Children, Adolescents, and Families, and as a consultant to the World Health Organization. Currently, he consults on medical education and healthcare system performance improvement initiatives in the Middle East and West Africa.
He is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine and a Clinical Assistant Professor within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Education and Training:
Dr. Morse received his bachelor’s degree in political science from Swarthmore College, his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, and a master’s in public administration from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. He completed his psychiatry residency at George Washington University and a fellowship in childhood and adolescent psychiatry at Children’s National Health System in Washington, DC.
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Areas of Interest Include:
- ADHD & Executive
- FunctioningDisorders in children and adolescents
- Parents with ADHDAnxiety
- Learning Differences
- Sleep problems
- Care for LGBTQIA
Dr. Morse is Board Certified in both Child and Adult Psychiatry and is Licensed to practice in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
Dr. Shanda Priest, MD
Dr. Michael Morse, MD, MPA
Dr. Michael Morse, MD, MPA
Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Shanda Priest, MD is a warm and caring board-certified Adult Psychiatrist with extensive
expertise in women’s mental health issues, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders,
Anxiety Disorders, Trauma Related Disorders, and a host of mood disorders, causing
significant impact on the lives of her patients.
Dr. Priest
Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Shanda Priest, MD is a warm and caring board-certified Adult Psychiatrist with extensive
expertise in women’s mental health issues, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders,
Anxiety Disorders, Trauma Related Disorders, and a host of mood disorders, causing
significant impact on the lives of her patients.
Dr. Priest is fellowship trained in Integrative Psychiatry and uses a combined integrative
approach along with traditional evidence-based treatments to evaluate, diagnose and
treat psychiatric conditions. She works with a deeply caring treatment team composed
of psychotherapists, ADHD coaches, and other specialists to provide a holistic care
model for the optimal patient care experience.
Education and Training:
Dr. Priest earned her undergraduate degree from North Carolina State University in
Raleigh, NC. She then went on to earn a medical degree and completed her psychiatry
residency at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC.
Following residency, Dr. Priest served as an Active-Duty psychiatrist in the US Air Force
from 2006-2011 at Eglin Air Force Base. There she had the privilege of serving both
Active Duty service members and their families. In 2008 she deployed to Bagram,
Afghanistan for 6 months in support of Operation Enduring Freedom providing direct
care for soldiers, sailors, and airmen and command support.
After her military service, Dr. Priest has worked in several medical settings including
community based, traditional outpatient care, inpatient care and as a consultant for
Intense Outpatient Programs (IOP). She enjoys meeting patients where they are,
listening to their needs and working with them to develop an optimal individual treatment
plan.
Areas of Interest Include:
- ADHD in young adults and throughout the lifespan
- Women’s Mental Health: PMDD, mood and anxiety disorders
- Integrative Psychiatry
- Wellness
Karen Hennessy, CPNP
Dr. Ven Handratta, MD
Karen Hennessy, CPNP
Child & Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Karen Hennessy, CPNP/PMHNP-BC has worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and parents for over 30 years. Ms. Hennessy worked in pediatric oncology at the NIH and at Georgetown University Hospital where she spent 10 years as coordinator and nurse practitioner for the Lombardi Childhood C
Child & Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Karen Hennessy, CPNP/PMHNP-BC has worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and parents for over 30 years. Ms. Hennessy worked in pediatric oncology at the NIH and at Georgetown University Hospital where she spent 10 years as coordinator and nurse practitioner for the Lombardi Childhood Cancer Survivorship Program. Because so many children undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatment develop neurocognitive challenges as a side effect of treatment, she developed a keen interest in ADHD and learning disorders. During this time, she also received additional training in neuro-development.
Ms. Hennessy’s diversified and unique background in both pediatric and adolescent medicine and psychiatry has enriched her clinical skills as well as her own perspective. She believes that patient assessment should draw from a holistic and multi-dimensional lens that encompasses physiologic, developmental, and psychosocial perspectives. She feels strongly that childhood illness in any domain impacts the family has a whole, and that effective treatment involves strong support and education for both patient and family members.
Ms. Hennessy places an emphasis on establishing a strong rapport with patients and families that is based on trust, compassion, honest communication, and respect for patients’ values. At The Chesapeake Center, Ms. Hennessy provides both medication management and/or psychotherapy to help her patients reach their goals.
Education and Training:
Ms. Hennessy received her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing at Villanova University, and her master’s degree in pediatric/adolescent primary care at the University of Maryland, followed by a fellowship at St. Jude Children’s Cancer Hospital. She later received a postmaster’s degree as a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner at the University of Cincinnati.
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Areas of Interest Include:
- ADHD and Learning Differences
- Anxiety / Depression / Mood Disorders
- Transition to college and mental health issues of young adults
- Grief and Trauma
- Impact of chronic illness / accidents on mental health
- Cancer Survivorship Issues
- School Visits / Collaboration
Ms. Hennessy is a dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner in Pediatrics / Adolescent Medicine and Psychiatry and Licensed to practice in the State of Maryland.
Dr. Jeryl Kershner
Dr. Ven Handratta, MD
Karen Hennessy, CPNP
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
Dr. Jeryl D. Kershner is a recognized expert in the psychopharmacology and medication management of children and adolescents with psychiatric and developmental disorders and is board certified in Developmental Pediatrics and fellowship trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Kershner specializes in t
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
Dr. Jeryl D. Kershner is a recognized expert in the psychopharmacology and medication management of children and adolescents with psychiatric and developmental disorders and is board certified in Developmental Pediatrics and fellowship trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Kershner specializes in treating anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorders, behavior issues, depression, eating disorders, learning disorders, school phobia, and sleep disorders.
Dr. Kershner combines a warm and compassionate approach to providing safe and effective treatment plans for each of her patients.
Education and Training:
Dr. Kershner pursued undergraduate studies in Human Genetics at Cornell University, received her medical degree, M.D. with honors, from The Robert Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont, and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honorary Medical Society. She completed her internship and residency in pediatrics at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center in Tucson, ran a busy private pediatric practice focusing on behavioral disorders of children and adolescents, completed fellowships at the Harvard Medical School, Department of Child Psychiatry and at the Developmental Medical Center of Children’s Hospital Boston, where she also served on the faculty. Dr. Kershner worked with Dr. Richard Ferber in the Pediatric Sleep Disorders Center at Children’s Hospital Boston. Her unusual combination of training in both developmental pediatrics and child psychiatry provides her with an especially in-depth understanding of neurodiverse children and adolescents.
Dr. Kershner is the author of a textbook on child psychiatry for pediatricians, Practical Child and Adolescent Psychiatry for Pediatrics and Primary Care. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and the American Board of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. Dr. Kershner is a member of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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Areas of Interest Include:
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression
- Learning Disorders
- Eating Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Sleep Disorders
Dr. Ven Handratta, MD
Dr. Ven Handratta, MD
Dr. Ven Handratta, MD
Psychiatrist
Dr. Venkatesh (“Ven”) Handratta, is an adult psychiatrist with a broad range of interests that intersect with Adult ADHD. He has a particular interest in treating individuals with complex issues such as adults with ADHD that have multiple coexisting psychiatric and developmental conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety di
Psychiatrist
Dr. Venkatesh (“Ven”) Handratta, is an adult psychiatrist with a broad range of interests that intersect with Adult ADHD. He has a particular interest in treating individuals with complex issues such as adults with ADHD that have multiple coexisting psychiatric and developmental conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and autism spectrum disorder.
In addition, Dr. Handratta specializes in treating psychiatric illnesses that are secondary to medical illnesses, such as patients with cancer, neurological illnesses, dementia, or HIV. Dr. Handratta’s treatment approach with adults with ADHD, includes a focus on the multiple health risks associated with Adult ADHD such as obesity, disordered eating patterns, sleep disorders, Type 2 Diabetes, and substance use disorders. In addressing coexisting medical conditions, Dr. Handratta likes to work collaboratively with the patient’s primary care physician to ensure that there is coordination with inpatient care as well as to prevent drug interactions and overmedication of the patient.
He has a strong interest in the neurobiology of psychiatric conditions.
Dr. Handratta practices evidence-based medicine and likes to make treatment decisions in collaboration with his patients. He believes that the best advocate for the patient is the patient himself.
In his free time, Dr. Handratta likes to hike and take long-distance walks. He also loves meditating and watching documentaries.
Education and Training:
After receiving his medical degree from Bangalore Medical College, Dr. Handratta moved to the US where he earned an MS degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, in pharmacology and experimental therapeutics. He worked at the University of Maryland, Baltimore for several years as a research associate before completing a residency in Psychiatry at the University of Connecticut. Dr. Handratta has worked in a variety of settings including working in an underserved area on the Eastern Shore of Maryland before pursuing a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry at Georgetown University Medical Hospital. He has practiced geriatric neuropsychiatry and adult general psychiatry for five years at the Georgetown University Hospital. His training in geriatric psychiatry provides him with a strong background for understanding and treating the rapidly increasing number of older adults with ADHD.
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Areas of Interest Include:
- Adult ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder & Mood Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Comorbidity of psychiatric disorders with medical illness, neurological issues, or dementia.
- Geriatric neuropsychiatry
Dr. Handratta is an Adult Psychiatry Board Certified in Psychiatry and Neurology and Licensed to practice in the State of Maryland and DC.