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Best Psychiatrists in Bowie, MD (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bowie: Makesha A Joyner M.D. | Kaiser Permanente, RP Score 75/100; 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews.

  2. 40

    Most-reviewed: Dr. Memunatu Bangura, MD [Board Certified Psychiatrist], 175 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 752 ranked; ranked #40.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

752 Bowie psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 171 open Saturdays and 60 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 752 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Bowie 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 Bowie at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Makesha A Joyner M.D. | Kaiser Permanente754.9★ (54)Greater Upper Marlboro, 6 mi away—Overall
2Jessica Reddy M.D. | Kaiser Permanente745.0★ (22)Largo, 6 mi away——
3Ashlee M Roberson M.D. | Kaiser Permanente744.8★ (21)Walker Mill, 6 mi away——
4Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA) - Maryland734.9★ (94)Crofton, 5 mi awaySat—
5Earl John D Mauricio M.D. | Kaiser Permanente734.6★ (17)Kettering, 6 mi away——
6Sunil K Nair M.D. | Kaiser Permanente725.0★ (52)Silver Spring, 14 mi away——
7Andrew D Davis M.D. | Kaiser Permanente714.9★ (54)Columbia, 16 mi away——
8Altitude Behavioral Care and Integrative Health715.0★ (110)Clinton, 14 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Opollo Health and Wellness714.8★ (19)Lanham, 6 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10Comprehensive Healthcare & Wellness Services LLC : Mental Health Clinic714.9★ (154)Largo, 6 mi away——

The 752 best psychiatrists in Bowie, 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.

  9. #9 Opollo Health and Wellness

    Based in Lanham, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed 9 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7404 Executive Pl #400, Lanham, MD 20706
    View profile for Opollo Health and Wellness(240) 647-5702

  10. #10 Comprehensive Healthcare & Wellness Services LLC : Mental Health Clinic

    Based in Largo, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 154 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 154 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1401 Mercantile Ln Ste 541, Largo, MD 20774
    View profile for Comprehensive Healthcare & Wellness Services LLC : Mental Health Clinic(240) 260-3147

  11. #11 Christiansen Todd MD

    Based in Greenbelt, 9 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    7474 Greenway Center Dr #700, Greenbelt, MD 20770
    View profile for Christiansen Todd MD(240) 304-3327

  12. #12 Joshua Sussal

    Based in Greenbelt, 9 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    7474 Greenway Center Dr, Greenbelt, MD 20770
    View profile for Joshua Sussal(301) 969-4090

  13. #13 Joyride Psychiatry LLC

    Based in Lanham, 7 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 6 PM–9:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    9332 Annapolis Rd Suite 108, Lanham, MD 20706
    View profile for Joyride Psychiatry LLC(240) 764-6874

  14. #14 Dr. Eric L. Anderson, MD

    Based in Annapolis, 11 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 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
    49 Old Solomons Island Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401
    View profile for Dr. Eric L. Anderson, MD(410) 573-1944

  17. #17 Dr. Harvey Fernbach, MD

    Based in Greenbelt, 10 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    6201 Greenbelt Rd # U3, Berwyn Heights, MD 20740
    View profile for Dr. Harvey Fernbach, MD(301) 345-1919

  18. #18 Waddington Sally MD

    Based in Laurel, 13 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “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
    585 Main St #143, Laurel, MD 20707
    View profile for Waddington Sally MD(301) 490-0778

  19. #19 Dr. Gregory A. Obiwuma - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Washington, D.C., 13 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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

  20. #20 Genesis Psychiatric Solutions

    Based in Washington, D.C., 16 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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

  21. #21 Hamilton Rachel MD

    Based in Laurel, 13 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 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
    585 Main St #341, Laurel, MD 20707
    View profile for Hamilton Rachel MD(410) 294-5952

  23. #23 Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP

    Based in Laurel, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    9811 Mallard Dr #210, Laurel, MD 20708
    View profile for Dr. Tai Ajani, DNP(443) 713-8643

  24. #24 Dr. Shana Gage

    Based in Suitland, 13 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    5100 Auth Way, Suitland, MD 20746
    View profile for Dr. Shana Gage(301) 702-5000

  25. #25 Zimnitzky Brian MD

    Based in Annapolis, 13 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    716 Giddings Ave #33, Annapolis, MD 21401
    View profile for Zimnitzky Brian MD(443) 603-1344

Psychiatrists ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 752 ranked psychiatrists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychiatrists in Bowie, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Holisticare Behavioral Health Services694.9★ (52)24 mi
27Dr. Hanita Chhabra, MD694.0★ (12)15 mi
28Dr. Shanique Cartwright682.8★ (5)13 mi
29Dr. Gagandeep Khurana684.7★ (65)24 mi
30Cynthia Folsome, Psychiatrist685.0★ (10)5 mi
31Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D684.9★ (78)24 mi
32Access Health Services684.4★ (60)6 mi
33The Weekend Clinic DC683.4★ (5)17 mi
34Genesis Psychiatric Solutions685.0★ (68)19 mi
35Joseph T Tasosa M.D. | Kaiser Permanente685.0★ (52)24 mi
36Sarah Langham, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner685.0★ (8)5 mi
37Rosenthal Joshua MD684.5★ (10)18 mi
38Nancy C Wheeler MD684.9★ (64)10 mi
39George C James Md683.7★ (6)16 mi
40Dr. Memunatu Bangura, MD [Board Certified Psychiatrist]684.5★ (175)10 mi
41Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD685.0★ (5)18 mi
42Bowie Town Behavioral Services: Dida K. Ganjoo, MD673.2★ (47)In Bowie
43Sika Yeme, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner675.0★ (5)5 mi
44Daniel M. Podell, M.D.674.2★ (5)17 mi
45Dr. Grace E. Inyang, MD672.8★ (13)14 mi
46Dr. Naheed Saleem675.0★ (8)19 mi
47Nicholas G. Scotto, MD675.0★ (12)20 mi
48McLean Neuropsychiatric Treatment Center674.5★ (55)24 mi
49Refined integrative psychiatry & Wellness, LLC674.9★ (76)22 mi
50Naomi Constantine, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner674.8★ (49)11 mi

Also serving Bowie

20 more psychiatrists within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked psychiatrists serving Bowie
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advanced Medical Solutions Psychiatry, LLC5.0★ (1)In Bowie
Bowie Psychiatric Professional Associate LLC5.0★ (1)In Bowie
Candice Kordish, Counselor5.0★ (2)13 mi
Chidinma Eze, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)13 mi
COMFORT MIND AND WELLNESS CENTER5.0★ (2)6 mi
Dr. Elizabeth Ndika5.0★ (2)12 mi
Dr. Gillian Schweitzer, MD5.0★ (2)13 mi
Edprogia Health and Psychiatry5.0★ (2)11 mi
Horizon Integrative PsychiatryIn Bowie
Jennifer Greenspun, Counselor5.0★ (2)14 mi
Joyce Jill MD3.0★ (2)4 mi
Kayee Wilson5.0★ (2)8 mi
Lucas Lengrand, Counselor5.0★ (2)13 mi
MindTruly Mental Health ServicesIn Bowie
Natalie Marchione, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (2)13 mi
New Millennial Counseling3.0★ (2)9 mi
Robina Hameed Niazi5.0★ (2)14 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling3.0★ (2)11 mi
Safe Harbor Christian Counseling5.0★ (2)13 mi
Suggero Healthcare Services5.0★ (2)6 mi

How we ranked Bowie psychiatrists

We scored 752 Bowie 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 Bowie 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 Bowie: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Bowie?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Bowie, MD is Makesha A Joyner M.D. | Kaiser Permanente with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews. Jessica Reddy M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (#2) and Ashlee M Roberson M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (#3) follow. We ranked 752 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Bowie?

RankedPsychologists ranks 752 psychiatrists serving Bowie, MD. 1 of them is based in Bowie; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 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 Bowie work on weekends?

171 of 752 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 60 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA) - Maryland (#4), Altitude Behavioral Care and Integrative Health (#8) and Opollo Health and Wellness (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Bowie psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 752 rated psychiatrists in Bowie is 4.6★, with a median of 14 reviews. Dr. Memunatu Bangura, MD [Board Certified Psychiatrist] has the most, 175 reviews, and ranks #40. 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 Bowie count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Bowie 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 Bowie 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 Bowie

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 752 psychiatrists serving Bowie.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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