Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Specialist in Washington, DC
Our practice is built on a philosophy of holistic healing, emphasizing the connection between mind and body. With over two decades of experience in psychiatry, including specialized training in trauma and dissociative disorders, we provide personalized treatment plans that integrate psychotherapy, medication management, and complementary therapies. Our approach prioritizes compassionate listening, long-term therapeutic relationships, and evidence-based practices developed through clinical work in university, community, and VA settings. We maintain a small, focused practice to ensure individualized care, offering flexible scheduling and sliding-scale fees to accommodate diverse needs. 
Services
Trauma Treatment
Dissociative Disorders
Medication Management
Psychotherapy
Anxiety & Depression Care
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized experience in trauma and dissociative disorders
- Our practice maintains a 50-patient maximum for personalized care
- We integrate psychodynamic therapy with mind-body treatment approaches
- Sliding scale payments available for financial need
- Board-certified psychiatrist with VA and university clinical experience
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- National Board of Physicians and Surgeons
Services
Trauma Treatment
Specialized treatment for complex/developmental trauma and chronic PTSD using internal family systems and attachment-based approaches. Our trauma-focused therapy addresses dissociation, emotional regulation, and recovery from adverse childhood experiences through weekly 45-60 minute sessions tailored to individual needs.
Dissociative Disorders
Comprehensive care for dissociative disorders including DID diagnosis and treatment. We employ psychodynamic and existential therapies to address identity fragmentation and trauma-related dissociation, with treatment plans incorporating regular psychotherapy sessions and coordinated care with referring therapists.
Medication Management
Individualized medication management for psychiatric conditions, available exclusively to active therapy patients. Our approach emphasizes time-limited medication use combined with psychotherapy, with regular monitoring through 15-30 minute follow-up appointments focused on treatment efficacy and side effects.
Psychotherapy
Evidence-based psychotherapy services including Jungian analysis, relational therapy, and mindfulness approaches. We offer weekly sessions ranging from 45-90 minutes, with treatment durations varying from short-term crisis intervention to long-term psychodynamic exploration of personality development.
Anxiety & Depression Care
Integrated treatment for anxiety and depressive disorders combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with somatic approaches. Our care includes comprehensive assessment, personalized treatment planning, and adjunctive recommendations for lifestyle modifications to complement traditional therapeutic interventions.
People
John Beyer, M.D
Psychiatrist & Founder
Board-certified psychiatrist with 18 years of clinical experience specializing in trauma, dissociative disorders, and complex mental health conditions. Completed residency at Sheppard Pratt and holds teaching appointments at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in treating complex trauma, dissociative disorders, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and adjustment challenges related to adult life transitions.
How long are therapy sessions?
Initial intakes last 90 minutes, with follow-up sessions typically 45 minutes. Some patients require extended 60-minute sessions for psychodynamic therapy or psychoanalysis.
Do you accept insurance?
Our practice is fee-for-service and does not accept insurance. We provide invoices for potential out-of-network reimbursement and comply with the No Surprises Act requirements.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations require 21 days' notice. Missed appointments without advance notice incur full session fees, as insurance typically doesn't cover these charges.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
We offer early morning and late evening appointments multiple times weekly to accommodate working professionals' schedules.
