Help finding a pediatric psychiatrist

[Anonymous]

Dr. Thomas Applin in Chevy Chase, MD. God bless you for adopting this child. Best wishes to you and your family.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Have you looked at the services offered by Adventist Health Care at the Lourie Center? Might be a good place to look as they have hospital connections and are not just a private practice.
https://www.adventisthealthcare.com/LC/

Thanks I’ll check it out. I’m scheduled for an intake meeting with Johns Hopkins tomorrow.

Hopkins is very good. Hope they can help your child find some relief.

[Anonymous]

You can also call over to Medstar Georgetown:
https://www.medstargeorgetown.org/our-services/psychiatry/treatments/child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-program/#q={}

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:You can also call over to Medstar Georgetown:
https://www.medstargeorgetown.org/our-services/psychiatry/treatments/child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-program/#q={}

Thank you.

[Anonymous]

OP here. Just spoke with Johns Hopkins. They will not see us unless we go to therapy there. I want to scream. I can go to Baltimore once or twice a month but not weekly.

Medstar doesn’t have a psychiatrist that sees this age group.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. Just spoke with Johns Hopkins. They will not see us unless we go to therapy there. I want to scream. I can go to Baltimore once or twice a month but not weekly.

Medstar doesn’t have a psychiatrist that sees this age group.

So sorry, OP. Start calling the private docs people have mentioned and explain the seriousness of the situation. Some don't have staff, so just leave a message. I think someone would be willong to squeeze you in.

You can also try calling the discharge hospital and ask for more referrals.

[Anonymous]

Try the outpatient department at the Kingsbury Center

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. Just spoke with Johns Hopkins. They will not see us unless we go to therapy there. I want to scream. I can go to Baltimore once or twice a month but not weekly.

Medstar doesn’t have a psychiatrist that sees this age group.

I’m sorry OP. I’m in your same situation. The lack of resources for kids is abysmal.

[Anonymous]

So sorry, OP.

I suggest trying JSSA (www.JSSA.org) but I am not sure if they would also have a long wait list. I would think they should be able to refer you to someone for urgent care, however.

They have locations in Fairfax (near Merrifield) and in Rockville. I believe they also require therapy.

[Anonymous]

check on zocdoc.com

I'm sure most of these doctors are cash only (because they frustratingly all are in this field) but a few reputable ones have appointments this week.

https://www.zocdoc.com/search?insurance_carrier=-1&day_filter=anyday&gender=-1&language=-1&offset=0&insurance_plan=-1&reason_visit=1228&after_5pm=false&before_10am=false&sees_children=false&sort_type=default&dr_specialty=250&ip=100.15.211.8&address=Washington%2C%20DC%2020016%2C%20United%20States

When doctors have a last minute cancellation they'll often put the slot on zocdoc.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Mark Sakran sees patients in Mclean and Rockville. He doesn't take insurance but will try and get you in ASAP if you are in a crisis.

We had a terrible experience with Dr. Sakran. He has openings because he is not good.

[Anonymous]

Try Child and Family Counseling in Fairfax. They are frequently rec'd here and they have several psychiatrists on staff.

[Anonymous]

I am so sorry you are dealing with this.

Not sure where you live (assuming MD since you tried Johns Hopkins)

http://www.fs-inc.org/services/programs/care-and-connections-for-families mentions medication management

http://dccrcc.com/mental-health--academic-support-services.html the family stabilization program doesn't mention meds but it might be worth trying.

http://www.mdcoalition.org/get-help-now is a support group for people in your situation.

Also, was your son adopted through foster care? If so, the state or county might be able to help, either by getting you a referral or upping his subsidy so you can pay out of pocket. I will also say that while I didn't love Kaiser's pediatric mental health services, they were able to get our daughter in quickly for therapy and med management when she was in crisis.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:check on zocdoc.com

I'm sure most of these doctors are cash only (because they frustratingly all are in this field) but a few reputable ones have appointments this week.

https://www.zocdoc.com/search?insurance_carrier=-1&day_filter=anyday&gender=-1&language=-1&offset=0&insurance_plan=-1&reason_visit=1228&after_5pm=false&before_10am=false&sees_children=false&sort_type=default&dr_specialty=250&ip=100.15.211.8&address=Washington%2C%20DC%2020016%2C%20United%20States

When doctors have a last minute cancellation they'll often put the slot on zocdoc.

Thank you thank you!!!! I not only found a highly reviewed child psychiatrist, but one who takes my insurance!!!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:check on zocdoc.com

I'm sure most of these doctors are cash only (because they frustratingly all are in this field) but a few reputable ones have appointments this week.

https://www.zocdoc.com/search?insurance_carrier=-1&day_filter=anyday&gender=-1&language=-1&offset=0&insurance_plan=-1&reason_visit=1228&after_5pm=false&before_10am=false&sees_children=false&sort_type=default&dr_specialty=250&ip=100.15.211.8&address=Washington%2C%20DC%2020016%2C%20United%20States

When doctors have a last minute cancellation they'll often put the slot on zocdoc.

Thank you thank you!!!! I not only found a highly reviewed child psychiatrist, but one who takes my insurance!!!

A unicorn! Good luck!