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+1 (240) 387-9082
North Bethesda, MD
6000 Executive Blvd. # 101,
North Bethesda MD 28052
Monday – Friday
8am – 6pm
Defeat your depression to remission with Spravato
- Safe & FDA-approved
- Highly effective
- Covered by insurance
- Targets the root cause of depression
TESTIMONIALS
What others are saying
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.
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.
My life changed forever
After years of ineffective medications, TMS at Bright Horizons transformed my outlook. With compassionate care and painless treatments, I feel lighter, think differently, and highly recommend this!
THE PROCESS
How Does It Work?
Highly Effective
About 70% of patients treated with Spravato® show a clinically meaningful response.
Flexible Schedule
You'll take Spravato® twice a week for the first month and once a week for the second month.
Covered by Insurance
Several major payers cover Spravato® treatment for depression.
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NOT JUST ANOTHER PILL:
SPRAVATO FOR TREATMENT RESISTANT DEPrESSION
Backed by science and most major health insurances
and many more
Why Esketamine?
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD): This is depression that hasn’t improved after trying at least two different antidepressant medications.
What is Spravato?
Spravato is a brand-name nasal spray medication containing esketamine, which is a refined form of ketamine.
Who might need it?
People with TRD or severe major depressive disorder (MDD) who haven’t seen improvement with other treatments like antidepressants and therapy.
How does it work?
It affects brain cells and increases glutamate production, potentially improving mood in ways that traditional antidepressants don’t.
Dr. Amir Etesam, MD
Dr. Amir Etesam, MD, is a Johns Hopkins-trained Psychiatrist at Bright Horizons Psychiatry in North Bethesda, Maryland. After receiving his medical degree, Dr. Etesam chose to focus his career on mood and anxiety disorders. He is a member of the well-respected Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA), the only medical honor society in the world. Diagnostic clarification and appropriately treating psychiatric disorders are the fundamentals of Dr. Etesam’s practice and his promise to his patients.
His particular interests include complex psychopharmacology, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Intranasal Ketamine Esketamine (Spravato®) treatment. Dr. Etesam is a National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) certified TMS provider. At present, he sees and treats patients with mild to moderate depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, and ADHD, including severe and treatment-resistant cases. He warmly welcomes all patients into Bright Horizons Psychiatry, and he looks forward to caring for them.
Meet The Team
Dr. Amir Etesam
Psychiatrist and Medical Director
Shelly Valliath
Nurse Practitioner
Anita Paudel
Nurse Practitioner
Sepideh Adl
Head of Administration
Hesam Etesam
Head of Neuromodulation
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
Safe & FDA-Approved
Spravato is FDA-approved—and it’s changing lives for people with depression that hasn’t responded to other treatments.
Covered by Insurance
Depression shouldn’t cost you everything. With insurance coverage and financial guidance, getting better is possible—and affordable.
Minimal Side Effects
Relief without the rollercoaster—Spravato offers powerful results with minimal side effects.
REVIEWS
What Our Patients Are Saying About Bright Horizons Psychiatry
Frequently Asked Questions
Spravato is a nasal spray medication containing esketamine, a refined form of ketamine. It’s FDA-approved to treat treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and severe major depressive disorder (MDD) with suicidal thoughts or actions.
Spravato may be an option if you haven’t seen improvement with other treatments like antidepressants and therapy.
Many insurance plans cover Spravato, but coverage can vary. Check with your insurance provider to confirm.
Common side effects include sedation, dissociation, nausea, and increased blood pressure.
Spravato is a safe and effective treatment for TRD and MDD when used as prescribed. However, it’s important to discuss potential risks and benefits with your doctor.
Spravato works differently than traditional antidepressants. It affects brain cells and increases glutamate production, potentially improving mood.
Ready To Leave Depression Behind?
We are here to support you in the healing journey
CONTACT US
+1 (240) 387-9082
North Bethesda, MD
6000 Executive Blvd. # 101,
North Bethesda MD 28052
Monday – Friday
8am – 6pm
