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Abdulhafiz Ahmed

Psychiatrist
27 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm a board-certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in both general psychiatry and addiction medicine. My background spans a wide range of mental health conditions — from anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder and substance use — and I bring a deeply holistic perspective to every patient I work with. I offer telehealth care with flexible scheduling, including early morning appointments starting at 7:30am for those who need care before their workday begins.

My approach to therapy

I believe healing happens when someone finally sees what's been holding them back. I often describe it this way: many people are navigating life in a dark room — not because the answers aren't there, but because no one has helped them find the light. My job is to bring that clarity. I combine medication management with therapy — including CBT, mindfulness, and supportive techniques — tailored to what each person actually needs. I also take the medical side seriously: reviewing labs, assessing complexity, and making thoughtful decisions about level of care.

What you can expect from me

You can expect a thorough conversation where I take the time to understand your full history — not just your symptoms — so we can figure out what's really going on and what kind of care makes the most sense for you. I take intake seriously, because the right fit matters. By the end of our first session, you'll have a clear picture of your diagnosis, a treatment plan, and what to expect next.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Man
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Direct, Challenging

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    27 years of experience
  • Training
    MD (Medical Degree) at Georgetown University School of Medicine
  • License type
    MD (Medical Doctor) (Virginia, Maryland)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues
  • More specialties
    OCD
  • Therapy methods
    Behavior Management, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychodynamic, Brief Dynamic, Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English, Arabic