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GUARDIAN MENTAL HEALTH
Psychiatric Evaluation & Medication Management
In-person and Telehealth visits throughout Maryland & District of Columbia.
ADHD • Anxiety • Depression • Bipolar Disorder • OCD
New patients welcome | Insurance accepted | Appointments available within 3 days
Appointments Within 1 Week
Fast access to care when you need it most
In-Network Insurance
Major plans accepted across Maryland
Accepting New Patients
Serving Ages 16–65
Convenient Telehealth
Secure video visits from home
Insurance Accepted
Maryland and District of Columbia: Aetna I Cigna I CareFirst I Carelon Behavioral Health I Cash
WHAT WE OFFER
Comprehensive Psychiatric Services
ADHD Evaluation & Treatment
Comprehensive ADHD evaluations for adolescents and adults, with ADHD assessed as part of a complete psychiatric evaluation rather than through a standalone screening. When clinically appropriate, treatment may include medication management and ongoing psychiatric care.
Psychiatric Evaluations
Comprehensive 60-minute psychiatric evaluations designed to understand your mental health concerns, symptoms, history, and treatment goals. Evaluations may address ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, adjustment disorders, and other psychiatric concerns.
Psychiatric Medication Management
Ongoing medication management tailored to your individual symptoms, treatment goals, medical history, and response to treatment. Follow-up appointments typically range from 20–40 minutes and include assessment of treatment effectiveness, side effects, and medication adjustments when clinically appropriate.
Anxiety Treatment
Individualized psychiatric evaluation and treatment for anxiety-related conditions, including generalized anxiety and other anxiety disorders. Treatment may include medication management and evidence-informed strategies tailored to your symptoms and treatment goals.
Depression Treatment
Comprehensive evaluation and individualized treatment for depression and related mood symptoms. Treatment may include medication management, monitoring of treatment response, and ongoing psychiatric follow-up.
Bipolar Disorder Treatment & Management
Ongoing psychiatric care for individuals experiencing bipolar disorder and related mood symptoms. Treatment focuses on symptom stabilization, medication management, monitoring for mood changes, and developing a sustainable long-term treatment plan.
OCD Treatment
Psychiatric evaluation and medication management for individuals experiencing symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Treatment is individualized based on symptom severity, psychiatric history, current medications, and overall treatment needs.
Telepsychiatry Services
Secure, convenient psychiatric care from the comfort and privacy of your home. Guardian Mental Health provides telepsychiatry appointments throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C., subject to applicable licensing and insurance requirements.
OUR TEAM
Our Team Is Here for You
Courtney Banks, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, is a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness through compassionate, evidence-based care. She earned her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner degree from Wilkes University and holds a Family Nurse Practitioner certification from The George Washington University.
With over eight years of healthcare experience, Courtney brings a unique and comprehensive perspective to patient care. Her clinical background spans outpatient psychiatry, primary care, pain management, aesthetics, and disability evaluations for veterans and state agencies. This diverse experience allows her to understand the complex connection between physical and mental health and provide truly holistic treatment.
Courtney specializes in ADHD psychiatric evaluation & medication management, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, and other psychiatric conditions. She believes that every patient deserves to feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey. Her approach combines thoughtful medication management, psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-informed interventions, and collaborative treatment planning tailored to each individual’s goals and lifestyle.
Patients appreciate Courtney’s warm, nonjudgmental approach and her commitment to creating a safe space where they can openly discuss their concerns. She takes the time to understand each person’s unique story and works closely with them to develop practical strategies that promote symptom improvement, resilience, and long-term success.
Whether you are seeking support for the first time or looking for a provider who truly listens, Courtney is committed to helping you build a healthier, more balanced, and fulfilling life
Why Choose Guardian Mental Health LLC?
Why Choose Us?
Licensed Professionals
Receive care from qualified, licensed psychiatric professionals committed to providing safe, evidence-informed, and individualized mental health treatment.
Compassionate Care
We take the time to listen, understand your unique needs, and create a supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and involved in your care.
Personalized Treatment
Your treatment plan is tailored to your symptoms, goals, preferences, and individual circumstances rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
Convenient Telepsychiatry
Access quality psychiatric care from the comfort and privacy of your home through secure telehealth appointments throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Guardian Mental Health provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for ADHD in adolescents and adults. ADHD is assessed as part of a complete psychiatric evaluation that considers your symptoms, medical and psychiatric history, functioning, and other factors that may contribute to difficulties with attention, concentration, organization, and executive functioning.
Yes. Stimulant medications may be prescribed when clinically appropriate following a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. Treatment recommendations are individualized based on your symptoms, medical history, psychiatric history, current medications, and treatment goals. A diagnosis of ADHD does not automatically mean that a stimulant medication will be prescribed.
Yes. We work with patients using participating insurance plans. Insurance participation can vary by state, plan, and how your appointment is scheduled. Please verify your specific insurance plan and benefits before your appointment.
Yes. Guardian Mental Health provides secure telehealth psychiatric services. You can meet with your psychiatric provider from the convenience and privacy of your home or another appropriate private location.
We currently provide psychiatric care for adolescents and adults ages 16–65.
Initial psychiatric evaluations are 60 minutes. This allows adequate time to discuss your concerns, psychiatric and medical history, current symptoms, medications, treatment goals, and recommendations for ongoing care.
Follow-up psychiatric medication management appointments typically range from 20–40 minutes, depending on your clinical needs, treatment response, medication changes, and the complexity of your care. Your appointment length will be determined based on what is clinically appropriate.
We strive to offer new patients appointments within 3 days when availability permits. Appointment availability varies based on the schedule at the time you book.
No. Previous formal ADHD testing is not required to schedule an evaluation.
ADHD is evaluated as part of a comprehensive psychiatric assessment. If you have previous psychological testing, school records, treatment records, or other relevant documentation, you are welcome to provide them as part of your evaluation.
No. You do not need to complete formal psychological or ADHD testing before scheduling an appointment. ADHD is assessed as part of a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation that includes a detailed review of your symptoms, medical and psychiatric history, functioning, and other factors that may affect attention and concentration.
If you have previously completed psychological or ADHD testing, you are welcome to provide those records for review. Additional testing may be recommended when clinically appropriate.
Yes. ADHD frequently occurs alongside other psychiatric concerns, and we provide evaluation and treatment for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and adjustment disorders, in addition to ADHD.
When appropriate, we can address multiple conditions as part of an individualized treatment plan rather than treating each concern in isolation.
Guardian Mental Health currently provides telehealth services throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C., subject to applicable licensing and insurance requirements.
Maryland | Washington, D.C. | Telehealth Only
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Hours of Operation
Monday 8am – 6pm
Tuesday 8am – 6pm
Wednesday 8am – 6pm
Friday 8am – 6pm
Thursday- Closed
Compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults across Maryland and the DMV.
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