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Best Psychiatrists in Washington, D.C., DC (2026)

743 psychiatrists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Washington, D.C.: Genesis Psychiatric Solutions, RP Score 75/100; 4.8★ from 101 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 4 PM.

  2. 19

    Most-reviewed: Ali Altahir, MD, 441 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 743 ranked; ranked #19.

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

743 Washington, D.C. psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 172 open Saturdays and 62 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 743 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Genesis Psychiatric Solutions754.8★ (101)Washington, D.C.SatOverall
2Joseph T Tasosa M.D. | Kaiser Permanente755.0★ (52)Falls Church, 7 mi away——
3Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD755.0★ (5)Washington, D.C.——
4Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D754.9★ (78)McLean, 8 mi away——
5Daniel M. Podell, M.D.754.2★ (5)Washington, D.C.——
6Matthew Graham Biel ,MD755.0★ (3)Washington, D.C.——
7Winkler Lewis A MD754.2★ (5)Washington, D.C.——
8The Weekend Clinic DC753.4★ (5)Washington, D.C.Sat · Sun · Evenings—
9Dr. Gregory A. Obiwuma - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner754.8★ (50)Washington, D.C.Sat—
10Sahar Alee Koloukani M.D. | Kaiser Permanente744.9★ (27)Falls Church, 7 mi away——

The 743 best psychiatrists in Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.

    #1 Genesis Psychiatric Solutions

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 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

  4. #4 Dr. Zafar A. Rasheed M.D

    Based in McLean, 8 mi away

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 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

  5. #5 Daniel M. Podell, M.D.

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 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

  6. #6 Matthew Graham Biel ,MD

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP 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.

    75/100RP 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.

    75/100RP 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

  9. #9 Dr. Gregory A. Obiwuma - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    Based in Washington, D.C.

    75/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 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 Genesis Psychiatric Solutions

    Based in Alexandria, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 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

  16. #16 Dr. Naheed Saleem

    Based in Alexandria, 6 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 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

  18. #18 Dr. Gagandeep Khurana

    Based in Alexandria, 11 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 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

  19. #19 Ali Altahir, MD

    Based in Falls Church, 7 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 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

  20. #20 Dr. David M. Zimmer, MD

    Based in Vienna, 11 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 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

  24. #24 Dr. Shahzad Rahman, MD

    Based in Arlington, 4 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.6★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.6★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    46 S Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204
    View profile for Dr. Shahzad Rahman, MD(703) 521-6004

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

psychiatrists in Washington, D.C., ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Jimmy Ibikunle, MD LLC724.8★ (20)In Washington, D.C.
27Walker Lyerly , M.D.722.9★ (11)5 mi
28Earl John D Mauricio M.D. | Kaiser Permanente714.6★ (17)11 mi
29Dr. Rama Prayaga, MD714.5★ (179)In Washington, D.C.
30Adult ADHD Center with Farid Sabet MD714.4★ (15)12 mi
31McLean Psychiatric Services LLC713.4★ (9)8 mi
32Dr. Jamuna D. Raju MD712.8★ (18)6 mi
33Dr. Shana Gage713.7★ (3)8 mi
34Dr. Rhea N. Mehra, MD713.1★ (21)7 mi
35Tandem Telehealth Psychiatrists - Arlington714.9★ (78)4 mi
36NOVA MJ Health PLLC715.0★ (5)11 mi
37Psychiatric Care for you712.9★ (15)7 mi
38Dr. Karen C. Alleyne, MD712.4★ (7)7 mi
39Conscious Collective - A Holistic Therapy Center714.8★ (19)8 mi
40Colleen Zanis D.O. | Kaiser Permanente714.9★ (46)17 mi
41Dr. Steven B. Israel, MD714.7★ (15)13 mi
42DR. EDEN HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC714.9★ (17)7 mi
43Dr. Rama Prayaga, MD714.4★ (74)6 mi
44Proactive Psychiatry705.0★ (16)In Washington, D.C.
45Dr. Walter Guarino704.8★ (53)12 mi
46Capital Psychiatry | Hassan Majeed, MD704.9★ (139)7 mi
47Berger Allan S MD702.3★ (9)8 mi
48Dr. Nesly I. Hneich, MD703.5★ (4)10 mi
49Curt Thompson MD & Associates704.7★ (6)7 mi
50Therapeutic & Learning Centers, P-LLC704.7★ (26)15 mi

Also serving Washington, D.C.

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 Washington, D.C.
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Antonio N. Puente, PHDIn Washington, D.C.
Beginner's Mind PsychiatryIn Washington, D.C.
Capital Family Psychiatry, PLLC.5.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.
Capitol Hill Child Psychiatry5.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.
CIP PsychiatryIn Washington, D.C.
Dr. Barry L. Fisher, MD5.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.
Dr. Elizabeth Hoge3.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
Dr. Jason Rosen, MD5.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
Dr. Miraslava Khmurets, MD5.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
Dr. Robina H. Niazi, MD5.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.
Katina D Hatten M.D. | Kaiser PermanenteIn Washington, D.C.
LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Washington DCIn Washington, D.C.
Lotus: The Center for Behavioral Health & Wellness5.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.
Maheen Patel, M.D. PLLC Psychiatry5.0★ (2)In Washington, D.C.
Safe Harbor Behavioral Care1.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.
Sivabalaji Kaliamurthy, MD5.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.
Stephanie Kielb, PHDIn Washington, D.C.
The National Center for the Treatment of Phobias, Anxiety, and DepressionIn Washington, D.C.
Tranquil Healthcare- Integrated Mental Health & Wellness /Psychiatric & Adult Nurse Practitioner5.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.
Washington Therapy5.0★ (1)In Washington, D.C.

How we ranked Washington, D.C. psychiatrists

We scored 743 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Washington, D.C.?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Washington, D.C., DC is Genesis Psychiatric Solutions with an RP Score of 75/100. It has 4.8★ from 101 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 4 PM. Joseph T Tasosa M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (#2) and Dr. Burton G. Schonfeld, MD (#3) follow. We ranked 743 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Washington, D.C.?

RankedPsychologists ranks 743 psychiatrists serving Washington, D.C., DC. 10 of them are based in Washington, D.C.; 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 Washington, D.C. work on weekends?

172 of 743 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 62 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Genesis Psychiatric Solutions (#1), The Weekend Clinic DC (#8) and Dr. Gregory A. Obiwuma - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Washington, D.C. psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 743 rated psychiatrists in Washington, D.C. is 4.6★, with a median of 14 reviews. Ali Altahir, MD has the most, 441 reviews, and ranks #19. 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 Washington, D.C. count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 743 psychiatrists serving Washington, D.C..
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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