Licensed In

In-Person & Telehealth- MD & D.C.

Telehealth - Virginia

Areas of Expertise

Mood Disorders: Depressive Disorder and Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Selective Mutism, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder, Trauma Disorders, Issues Affecting Transition Age (18-24), Women's Mental Health, Personality Disorders, Schizophrenia & Psychosis. Tourette and tic disorders.

Ages

3yrs - Adults

About Me

The first step is always the hardest. I know it takes courage to seek help, and I honor the strength it took for you to get here. As an adult, adolescent, and pediatric psychiatrist, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood.

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating challenges like anxiety, mood swings, fears that lead to repetitive behaviors, or worries that seem to come out of nowhere. Whether it’s guiding a child through overwhelming emotions, helping a parent better understand their child’s struggles, or working with an individual facing their own set of challenges, I focus on compassionate, evidence-based care that meets them where they are.

My approach is rooted in patient-centered care, seeing every person as a whole individual while recognizing they are also part of a family, school, and community. While medication can play an important role in treatment for some individuals, I also integrate lifestyle changes, cognitive-based strategies, and family, adult, adolescent, or pediatric therapy as a balanced approach toward long-lasting success.

Outside of my clinical work, I am passionate about giving back. I often volunteer in communities and countries where access to healthcare is limited, including work with orphanages and underserved children. These experiences continue to shape my perspective and fuel my commitment to making quality mental health care accessible and meaningful for everyone.

Background

Amarachi Nwaije, M.D is a licensed Adult, Adolescent, and Pediatric Psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of Mood and Anxiety disorders including Major depressive disorder, Bipolar disorder, Generalized anxiety disorder, ADHD, and Autism spectrum disorder. She has extensive experience providing comprehensive psychiatric diagnostic evaluations and medication management to her patients in various settings including hospitals, emergency rooms, schools, outpatient mental health clinics, and telepsychiatry.

Education

• University of Maryland

• American University of Antigua Medical School

• St Elizabeth's Hospital Washington DC

• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at George Washington University & Children's National Health System

Certifications

• American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABMS®)

• Certified in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

• American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABMS®)

  • Certified in Psychiatry