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Best Psychiatrists in Vienna, VA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Vienna: Dr. David M. Zimmer, MD, RP Score 77/100; 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews.

  2. 16

    Most-reviewed: Ali Altahir, MD, 441 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 684 ranked; ranked #16.

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

684 Vienna psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 153 open Saturdays and 55 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 684 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Vienna 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 Vienna at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. David M. Zimmer, MD774.8★ (34)Vienna—Overall
2Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D764.9★ (78)McLean, 5 mi away——
3Joseph T Tasosa M.D. | Kaiser Permanente765.0★ (52)Falls Church, 5 mi away——
4NOVA MJ Health PLLC755.0★ (5)Vienna——
5Dr. Walter Guarino754.8★ (53)ViennaSat · Evenings—
6Sahar Alee Koloukani M.D. | Kaiser Permanente754.9★ (27)Falls Church, 5 mi away——
7McLean Neuropsychiatric Treatment Center754.5★ (55)McLean, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Dr. Nesly I. Hneich, MD743.5★ (4)Vienna——
9Thaddeaus S Foster M.D. | Kaiser Permanente745.0★ (16)Falls Church, 5 mi away——
10Thomas M Fogarty Md Pc744.6★ (11)Fairfax, 4 mi away——

The 684 best psychiatrists in Vienna, 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 Vienna

    #1 Dr. David M. Zimmer, MD

    Based in Vienna

    77/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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

  2. #2 Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D

    Based in McLean, 5 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 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

  4. #4 NOVA MJ Health PLLC

    Based in Vienna

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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
    8296 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA 22182
    View profile for NOVA MJ Health PLLC(571) 200-3284

  5. #5 Dr. Walter Guarino

    Based in Vienna

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    501 Church St NE #202, Vienna, VA 22180
    View profile for Dr. Walter Guarino(703) 940-2730

  10. #10 Thomas M Fogarty Md Pc

    Based in Fairfax, 4 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    10369 Democracy Ln, Fairfax, VA 22030
    View profile for Thomas M Fogarty Md Pc(703) 383-6933

  11. #11 Genesis Psychiatric Solutions

    Based in Fairfax, 4 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10339 Democracy Ln A, Fairfax, VA 22030
    View profile for Genesis Psychiatric Solutions(571) 748-4971

  12. #12 Dr. Niku Singh

    Based in McLean, 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.7★ from 27 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 27 Google reviews
    Address
    8357-B Greensboro Dr, McLean, VA 22102
    View profile for Dr. Niku Singh(703) 782-4588

  14. #14 Jourkiv Oxana MD

    Based in Fairfax, 3 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Child 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
    10521 Rosehaven St #100, Fairfax, VA 22030
    View profile for Jourkiv Oxana MD(703) 352-3822

  15. #15 Dr. Larry H. Pastor, MD

    Based in Reston, 5 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 11 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    1810 Michael Faraday Dr. Ste 200, Reston, VA 20190
    View profile for Dr. Larry H. Pastor, MD(703) 249-9389

  16. #16 Ali Altahir, MD

    Based in Falls Church, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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

  17. #17 Improve Life PLLC

    Based in Reston, 5 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.6★ from 119 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 119 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    11250 Roger Bacon Dr Bldg 10, Reston, VA 20190
    View profile for Improve Life PLLC(703) 344-0771

  21. #21 Linde Debby MD

    Based in Fairfax, 4 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    3913 Blenheim Blvd Ste 31C, Fairfax, VA 22030
    View profile for Linde Debby MD(703) 278-0444

  23. #23 Behrmann Art MD

    Based in Reston, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    1760 Reston Pkwy #212, Reston, VA 20190
    View profile for Behrmann Art MD(703) 318-8109

  25. #25 Dr. Farzad Davoudian, MD

    Based in Great Falls, 7 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.9★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.9★ from 22 Google reviews
    Address
    1025 Riva Ridge Dr, Great Falls, VA 22066
    View profile for Dr. Farzad Davoudian, MD

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 684 ranked psychiatrists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychiatrists in Vienna, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Holisticare Behavioral Health Services724.9★ (52)15 mi
27Therapeutic & Learning Centers, P-LLC724.7★ (26)11 mi
28Dr. Gagandeep Khurana724.7★ (65)15 mi
29Ashley K Miller M.D. | Kaiser Permanente725.0★ (4)8 mi
30Colleen Zanis D.O. | Kaiser Permanente714.9★ (46)15 mi
31C&C Psychiatry, LLC715.0★ (22)4 mi
32Roath Michael MD714.8★ (4)8 mi
33Robert J Bishop Md712.3★ (3)7 mi
34Northern Virginia Psychiatric Group714.5★ (265)3 mi
35Walker Lyerly , M.D.712.9★ (11)8 mi
36Adult ADHD Center with Farid Sabet MD714.4★ (15)13 mi
37Sushila Chelliah M.D. | Kaiser Permanente715.0★ (22)15 mi
38Yuelei Dong, Psychiatrist705.0★ (14)In Vienna
39Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD705.0★ (5)11 mi
40Sofia Rizwan, MD, Psychiatrist702.6★ (17)6 mi
41Curt Thompson MD & Associates704.7★ (6)6 mi
42Comprehensive Psychiatry/ Dr. Imran Akram704.9★ (115)7 mi
43Dr. Steven B. Israel, MD704.7★ (15)13 mi
44Matthew Graham Biel ,MD705.0★ (3)11 mi
45Genesis Psychiatric Solutions705.0★ (68)13 mi
46Genesis Psychiatric Solutions704.8★ (101)13 mi
47Winkler Lewis A MD704.2★ (5)11 mi
48Errol A. Segall, MD704.8★ (33)3 mi
49Dr. Naheed Saleem705.0★ (8)13 mi
50Saskia Matthews, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner705.0★ (9)In Vienna

Also serving Vienna

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 Vienna
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Aazaz Haq, MD5.0★ (2)5 mi
Adam O’Neill & Associates5.0★ (2)3 mi
Dc Metro Psychiatry, Pllc5.0★ (1)In Vienna
DMV Treatment Center5.0★ (2)2 mi
Doan-Thu (Katarina) Nguyen, MDIn Vienna
Dr. Bhagwan Bahroo5.0★ (1)In Vienna
Dr. Joshua A. Weiner, MD5.0★ (2)5 mi
Fairfax Family Life Behavioral Health5.0★ (2)4 mi
Helix Center4.0★ (2)5 mi
Jessica Ruiz, CounselorIn Vienna
Kratel Ruiz-Washington, PsychologistIn Vienna
Leah Walker, MD3.0★ (2)5 mi
Litovitz Gary MDIn Vienna
Meenal Pathak, Psychiatrist5.0★ (2)In Vienna
Meera Sethi, Psychiatrist5.0★ (2)5 mi
Mitchell Joseph D MD5.0★ (2)In Vienna
Neda Hejazi, Therapy Clinician5.0★ (2)In Vienna
Nunez-Brito Rosario MD3.5★ (2)3 mi
Shlakman Psychiatric Services, PLLC: Samantha Shlakman5.0★ (1)In Vienna
Treat Mental Health VirginiaIn Vienna

How we ranked Vienna psychiatrists

We scored 684 Vienna 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 Vienna 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 Vienna: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Vienna?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Vienna, VA is Dr. David M. Zimmer, MD with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews. Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D (#2) and Joseph T Tasosa M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (#3) follow. We ranked 684 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Vienna?

RankedPsychologists ranks 684 psychiatrists serving Vienna, VA. 6 of them are based in Vienna; 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 Vienna work on weekends?

153 of 684 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 55 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Dr. Walter Guarino (#5), McLean Neuropsychiatric Treatment Center (#7) and Genesis Psychiatric Solutions (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Vienna psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 684 rated psychiatrists in Vienna is 4.6★, with a median of 14 reviews. Ali Altahir, MD has the most, 441 reviews, and ranks #16. 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 Vienna count in this ranking?

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

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 684 psychiatrists serving Vienna.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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