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Best Psychiatrists in Adams Morgan, DC (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Adams Morgan: Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D, RP Score 76/100; 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews.

  2. 15

    Most-reviewed: Ali Altahir, MD, 441 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 773 ranked; ranked #15.

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773 Adams Morgan psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 179 open Saturdays and 64 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 773 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the Psychiatrists in Washington, D.C. ranking. See Psychiatrists in Washington, D.C.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Adams Morgan at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Adams Morgan at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D764.9★ (78)McLean, 7 mi away—Overall
2Joseph T Tasosa M.D. | Kaiser Permanente755.0★ (52)Falls Church, 7 mi away——
3Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD755.0★ (5)Washington, D.C., 1 mi away——
4Daniel M. Podell, M.D.754.2★ (5)Washington, D.C., 1 mi away——
5Genesis Psychiatric Solutions744.8★ (101)Washington, D.C., 2 mi awaySat—
6Matthew Graham Biel ,MD745.0★ (3)Washington, D.C., 1 mi away——
7Winkler Lewis A MD744.2★ (5)Washington, D.C., 2 mi away——
8The Weekend Clinic DC743.4★ (5)Washington, D.C., 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Sahar Alee Koloukani M.D. | Kaiser Permanente744.9★ (27)Falls Church, 7 mi away——
10McLean Neuropsychiatric Treatment Center744.5★ (55)McLean, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 773 best psychiatrists in Adams Morgan, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Adams Morgan

    #1 Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D

    Based in McLean, 7 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews
    Address
    6760 Old McLean Village Dr, McLean, VA 22101
    View profile for Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D(703) 975-6898

  3. #3 Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD

    Based in Washington, D.C., 1 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    3000 Connecticut Ave NW #336, Washington, DC 20008
    View profile for Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD(202) 363-7755

  4. #4 Daniel M. Podell, M.D.

    Based in Washington, D.C., 1 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1801 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 300, Washington, DC 20009
    View profile for Daniel M. Podell, M.D.(202) 510-8227

  5. #5 Genesis Psychiatric Solutions

    Based in Washington, D.C., 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 101 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 101 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    419 7th St NW #405, Washington, DC 20004
    View profile for Genesis Psychiatric Solutions(202) 410-2381

  6. #6 Matthew Graham Biel ,MD

    Based in Washington, D.C., 1 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    2115 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007
    View profile for Matthew Graham Biel ,MD(202) 944-5400

  7. #7 Winkler Lewis A MD

    Based in Washington, D.C., 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    1226 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007
    View profile for Winkler Lewis A MD(202) 337-3444

  8. #8 The Weekend Clinic DC

    Based in Washington, D.C., 1 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 6:30 AM–8 PM
    Address
    1629 K St NW #300, Washington, DC 20006
    View profile for The Weekend Clinic DC(202) 403-2305

  14. #14 Dr. Gregory A. Obiwuma - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Washington, D.C., 4 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1818 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
    View profile for Dr. Gregory A. Obiwuma - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner(202) 706-4428

  15. #15 Ali Altahir, MD

    Based in Falls Church, 7 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 441 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 441 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6319 Castle Pl #2a, Falls Church, VA 22044
    View profile for Ali Altahir, MD(703) 373-7338

  16. #16 Dr. David M. Zimmer, MD

    Based in Vienna, 10 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews
    Address
    8308 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA 22182
    View profile for Dr. David M. Zimmer, MD(703) 318-5622

  19. #19 Genesis Psychiatric Solutions

    Based in Alexandria, 7 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    901 N Washington St #204, Alexandria, VA 22314
    View profile for Genesis Psychiatric Solutions(571) 384-3341

  20. #20 Dr. Gagandeep Khurana

    Based in Alexandria, 13 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 65 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 65 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–4 PM
    Address
    8101 Hinson Farm Rd #214, Alexandria, VA 22306
    View profile for Dr. Gagandeep Khurana(703) 386-6899

  21. #21 Dr. Naheed Saleem

    Based in Alexandria, 8 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    510 N Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314
    View profile for Dr. Naheed Saleem(703) 544-7675

  24. #24 Walker Lyerly , M.D.

    Based in Arlington, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.9★ from 11 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 2.9★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    2501 N Glebe Rd #303, Arlington, VA 22207
    View profile for Walker Lyerly , M.D.(703) 841-1290

How we ranked Adams Morgan psychiatrists

We scored 773 Adams Morgan psychiatrists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Adams Morgan data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a psychiatrist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure psychiatry is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask whether the practice offers therapy as well as medication management, or medication visits only.
  4. Check whether you need a referral from your family doctor; in Canada a referral is usually required for publicly covered psychiatric care.
  5. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a psychiatrist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is psychiatry?
  • Do you offer therapy sessions, or medication management only?
  • How soon is the first appointment, and how long are follow-up visits?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Psychiatrists in Adams Morgan: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Adams Morgan?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Adams Morgan, DC is Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews. Joseph T Tasosa M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (#2) and Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD (#3) follow. We ranked 773 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which psychiatrists in Adams Morgan work on weekends?

179 of 773 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 64 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Genesis Psychiatric Solutions (#5), The Weekend Clinic DC (#8) and McLean Neuropsychiatric Treatment Center (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Adams Morgan psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 773 rated psychiatrists in Adams Morgan is 4.6★, with a median of 14 reviews. Ali Altahir, MD has the most, 441 reviews, and ranks #15. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank psychiatrists?

Each psychiatrist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do psychiatrists outside Adams Morgan count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Adams Morgan city center, our service radius for psychiatrists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can psychiatrists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are psychiatrists in Adams Morgan ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on psychiatry and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who completed a residency in psychiatry and can prescribe medication. A psychologist usually holds a doctorate in psychology (PhD or PsyD), provides therapy and psychological testing, and in most places does not prescribe. Many people see both: a psychiatrist for medication and a psychologist or therapist for talk therapy.

Can I see a psychiatrist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Adams Morgan

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 773 psychiatrists serving Adams Morgan.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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