We now offer child and adult psychiatry services.


PSYCHIATRY
SERVICES
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Online & In-Person
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Children, Teens, & Adults
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Virginia, Maryland, DC

Shannon Sabanosh, PMHNPBC, FNP-C
Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Licensed VA, MD, DC

Mary Perry, PMHNP,Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Licensed VA
We provide comprehensive psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults, supporting a wide range of mental health concerns across the lifespan. Our psychiatric providers collaborate closely with therapists, school psychologists, and other members of each client’s care team to ensure integrated, personalized, and effective support—especially when working with children and families.
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Psychiatry Services How Do I Get Started with Psychiatry at Think Happy Live Healthy?
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At Think Happy Live Healthy, our psychiatry services are designed to help children, teens and adults manage mental health conditions through a combination of medical expertise and compassionate care. Unlike traditional therapy, which usually focuses on talk-based strategies to address emotional and behavioral concerns, psychiatry involves the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders using both therapeutic and medical approaches, including medication management. Our board-certified psychiatrists work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that support their mental, emotional, and general wellbeing.
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Online and In-Person Psychiatry Services Offered (Online services in VA, MD and DC)
Our experienced psychiatrists provide a range of psychiatry services to meet diverse mental health needs. Like other types of support provided at Think Happy Live Healthy, individual psychiatry care plans are developed in cooperation with a psychiatrist to ensure clients receive the support they need. Available psychiatry services include:
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Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations – an in-depth assessment to diagnose mental health conditions and create tailored treatment plans.
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Online Medication Management – careful monitoring and prescription of medications to support mental health treatment
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Psychotherapy and Counseling – therapy sessions integrated with psychiatric care to address emotional and behavioral challenges.
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ADHD & Behavioral Health Management – evidence-based treatments for individuals struggling with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and behavioral challenges.
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Support for PTSD & Trauma – trauma-informed psychiatric care to support patients as they cope with the effects of traumatic experiences.
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Ongoing Mental Health Support – long-term care to maintain and improve overall mental health stability.
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Common Reasons to Schedule Psychiatry Sessions
People seek psychiatric services for a variety of reasons, including:
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Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or anxiety.
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Difficulty concentrating, memory problems, or lack of focus.
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Sudden mood swings or extreme emotional highs and lows.
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Struggles with daily activities due to cognitive, behavioral, or mood disorders.
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Uncontrollable stress, panic attacks, or overwhelming worry.
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Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or excessive fatigue.
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Trouble coping with traumatic experiences and PTSD symptoms.
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Concerns about medication management for previously diagnosed conditions.
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Symptoms of ADHD, including impulsivity and difficulty staying organized.
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Services
Our psychiatric team specializes in working with children and adolescents, offering compassionate, developmentally appropriate care for a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns. We work closely with parents, caregivers, and schools when appropriate to ensure a collaborative and supportive treatment experience.
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We provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management for:
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ADHD
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Anxiety disorders (including separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, and social anxiety)
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Depression
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Mood dysregulation
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (in collaboration with psychological testing)
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and other behavioral challenges
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Sleep concerns
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Adjustment difficulties (divorce, grief, school transitions)
Our approach is child-centered and trauma-informed, with an emphasis on family involvement and whole-child wellness.
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How Do I Get Started with Psychiatry at Think Happy Live Healthy?
Taking the first step toward better mental health is simple. You can email info@thinkhappylivehealth.com with your questions, or complete our online request form to schedule your consultation. At Think Happy Live Healthy, we are committed to providing high-quality psychiatric care to help you navigate life’s challenges. Contact us today to begin your journey toward improved wellbeing.
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Yasmin Jilla, MD
Board Certified Psychiatrist
Licensed in VA