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TMS, Spravato, and Advanced Psychiatry Serving Aspen Hill, MD

Aspen Hill residents seeking advanced psychiatric care don’t need to travel far. Our Rockville clinic is about 10 minutes from Aspen Hill, and we specialize in treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, and ADHD for adults who haven’t found relief through standard care.

We offer TMS therapy, Spravato (esketamine), IM ketamine, and medication management under one roof. We accept Medicare and Maryland Medicaid for advanced treatments, along with most major commercial insurance, and our team handles prior authorizations so you don’t have to.

Psychiatrist near Aspen Hill, MD

Why Aspen Hill Patients Choose Bright Horizons

Most psychiatric clinics offer medication management. Few offer TMS, Spravato, and IM ketamine in the same practice, and even fewer accept Medicare and Maryland Medicaid for those treatments. That combination is what brings Aspen Hill patients to us.

Our clinic is led by Dr. Amir Etesam, a Johns Hopkins-affiliated psychiatrist, alongside two psychiatric nurse practitioners. We focus specifically on adults who have tried antidepressants and standard therapy without enough relief, and we build treatment plans around what each patient actually needs rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol.

Psychiatrist near Aspen Hill, MD
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.

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 Psychiatry

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

We accept major insurance providers

including Medicare & Medicaid

Aetna Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna Tricare United Healthcare John Hopkins Medicaid Medicare

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Getting to Our Rockville Clinic from Aspen Hill

Our office at 6000 Executive Blvd, Suite 101 in Rockville is about 10 to 15 minutes from most parts of Aspen Hill. The most common route is south on Connecticut Avenue or Georgia Avenue, then west toward Executive Boulevard. Free parking is available in the building’s attached garage.

If driving is difficult, the Twinbrook Metro station (Red Line) is a short distance from our clinic and accessible by Ride On Bus from Aspen Hill.

The Process

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.

What to Expect at Your First Visit

Your first appointment is in person at our Rockville clinic. This visit usually takes 60 to 90 minutes and includes a full psychiatric evaluation, a discussion of your treatment history, and an honest conversation about which options make sense for you. If TMS, Spravato, or ketamine is appropriate, we explain the process, the timeline, and what your insurance covers before anything is scheduled.

After your initial visit, ongoing medication management can happen in person or via telehealth anywhere in Maryland.

Psychiatrist near Aspen Hill, MD

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Most Aspen Hill addresses are 10 to 15 minutes from our office at 6000 Executive Blvd, depending on traffic.

Yes. Many Maryland Medicaid plans cover TMS for qualifying patients with treatment-resistant depression. Our team verifies coverage and handles prior authorization.

Medicare Part B covers Spravato when administered in our clinic for eligible patients with treatment-resistant depression. We verify coverage before your first treatment session.

After your initial in-person evaluation in Rockville, follow-up medication management appointments can be done virtually from anywhere in Maryland, including Aspen Hill.

No referral is needed for most patients. Same-week appointments are usually available.

We treat adult depression including treatment-resistant depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. We do not treat Bipolar I, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, or personality disorders.

Ready to Get Started?

Take the next step from Aspen Hill

Call us, send a message, or book a free consultation. We’ll verify your insurance, answer your questions, and help you figure out whether advanced psychiatric care is the right next step.