Serving Rockville & nearby areas • Most major insurances accepted

Psychiatrist in Rockville, MD

Personalized Care for Depression Anxiety OCD ADHD

We help adults find clarity and relief with compassionate psychiatric care — in person or by telehealth, insurance accepted.

Psychiatrist in Rockville, MD

Personalized Care for Depression Anxiety OCD ADHD

We help adults find clarity and relief with compassionate psychiatric care — in person or by telehealth, insurance accepted.

Care That Actually Helps

We specialize in advanced care for treatment-resistant depression in Rockville, MD—using TMS, Spravato®, and other proven neuromodulation therapies that help you truly feel better.

Conditions We Treat

Specialized Care for Complex Conditions

We focus on conditions that often don’t respond to standard treatments. If you’ve tried other options without success, we can help.

Depression

Including treatment-resistant depression (TRD). We specialize in helping those who haven't responded to traditional antidepressants.

Anxiety

Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorder. Find relief from the constant worry and fear that holds you back.

OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder can feel overwhelming. We offer specialized treatments to help break the cycle.

ADHD

Adult ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Improve focus, organization, and daily functioning with personalized care.

*We specialize in treatment-resistant depression. At this time, we’re unable to treat schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, substance use disorders, or personality disorders.

What our patients say

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Life-Changing Experience

A life-changing journey with Bright Horizons—after decades of depression, I’ve found joy, connection, and hope. Grateful for the care, support, and transformation this experience has brought me.
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Finding Hope and Healing

Bright Horizons exceeded my expectations, guiding me from darkness to hope. With caring staff and effective treatment, I feel lighter, more positive, and on the path to recovery from depression.
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Finding Hope and Healing

Bright Horizons exceeded my expectations, guiding me from darkness to hope. With caring staff and effective treatment, I feel lighter, more positive, and on the path to recovery from depression.
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Best Experience of My Life

I had been struggling with depression since childhood, but Bright Horizons Psychiatry exceeded my expectations, guiding me from darkness to hope. Through compassionate care and effective treatments like Esketamine and TMS, I feel lighter, more positive, and truly on the path to recovery.
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Life-Changing Experience

A life-changing journey with Bright Horizons—after decades of depression, I’ve found joy, connection, and hope. Grateful for the care, support, and transformation this experience has brought me.
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Finding Hope and Healing

Bright Horizons exceeded my expectations, guiding me from darkness to hope. With caring staff and effective treatment, I feel lighter, more positive, and on the path to recovery from depression.

Adam Smith

Developer

Adam Smith

Developer

Adam Smith

Developer

What our patients say

Conditions we treat

We specialize in treatment-resistant depression. At this time, we’re unable to treat schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, substance use, or personality disorders.

We accept major insurance providers

including Medicare & Medicaid

Aetna Blue Cross Cigna Tricare United Healthcare John Hopkins Medicaid Medicare

Treatments we offer

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Non invasive brain stimulation that helps treat depression, OCD, and migraines without medication, surgery, or anesthesia.

Spravato (Esketamine Nasal Spray)

FDA approved nasal spray for treatment resistant depression and severe depression with suicidal thoughts.

Intramuscular Ketamine (IM Ketamine)

Fast acting ketamine injections used for treatment resistant depression and acute mood symptoms under medical supervision.

Medication Management

Personalized psychiatric medication care with ongoing monitoring to improve symptoms and reduce side effects.

Telehealth

Telehealth Psychiatry

Secure virtual appointments that let you access psychiatric care from home.

Meet the people who care

We’re not just healthcare providers. We’re real people who care deeply about your journey.

Led by Dr. Amir Etesam, our compassionate team includes nurse practitioners, mental health coordinators, and neuromodulation specialists—all focused on one thing: helping you heal.

Dr. Amir Etesam

Psychiatrist

Shelly Valliath

Nurse Practitioner

Anita Paudel

Nurse Practitioner

Sepideh Adl

Head of Administration

Nancy Vargas

Office Manager

Sianne Bell

Esketamine Coordinator

Mehjabeen Khalid

TMS Coordinator

Kendall Myers

IM Ketamine Coordinator

Isabella Kronau

Integrative Psychiatry Coordinator

Naomi Velez

Administrative Assistant
How it works

How we guide you through every step of your Mental Health journey

Initial Consultation

We understand your mental health, listen to your experiences, and explore your goals in a calm, supportive, and pressure-free space.

Personalised Assessment

We take time to understand your emotional wellbeing, discuss your challenges, and identify the support that fits your needs.

Clear Guidance

We explain your mental health condition in simple terms, answer your questions, and outline practical next steps for your care.