Geriatric Mental Wellness
We provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for older adults. Our comprehensive approach addresses depression, anxiety, cognitive concerns, grief, and life transitions, helping seniors maintain emotional well-being and quality of life.
- Compassionate senior mental health care
- HIPAA-compliant telehealth
- Maryland & Washington DC
Understanding Geriatric Mental Health
Compassionate Care for Mental Wellness in Later Life
Aging brings unique challenges — loss of loved ones, physical health changes, retirement, and cognitive shifts. These transitions can lead to depression, anxiety, grief, or feelings of isolation. At Supreme Psychiatry, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care to help older adults navigate these changes with dignity and emotional resilience.
Our approach includes thorough diagnostic assessment, age-appropriate medication management, supportive therapy, and family education. We treat geriatric mental health as a whole-person concern, addressing medical, psychological, and social factors to promote well-being and quality of life.
What Our Geriatric Mental Wellness Includes
- Comprehensive evaluation for depression, anxiety, grief, and adjustment disorders in older adults
- Assessment of cognitive concerns and differentiation from normal aging
- Age-appropriate medication management with careful attention to safety and interactions
- Supportive therapy to cope with loss, change, and life transitions
- Family education and caregiver support to build a strong care network
- Ongoing monitoring and coordination with primary care providers
Our Approach
How We Help Seniors Maintain Mental Wellness
Compassionate, evidence-based, and age-appropriate.
In-depth psychiatric assessment tailored to older adults, including cognitive screening and medical history review.
Collaborative treatment plan — medication management, therapy, lifestyle adjustments, and family involvement.
Regular follow-ups to monitor progress, adjust treatments, and support ongoing well-being.
Comprehensive Treatment
What You Can Expect from Our Geriatric Mental Wellness Care
We provide compassionate support for seniors and their families.
Thoughtful Assessment
We evaluate mental health concerns in the context of aging, medical conditions, and life changes.
Safe Medication Management
We prescribe and monitor medications with special attention to age-related sensitivities and interactions.
Family & Caregiver Support
We involve families and caregivers in treatment, providing education and support for the entire care network.
Meet Your Provider
Dr. Patrick Nganga, PMHNP-BC, ACNP-BC
Board-Certified Psychiatric & Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Nganga is a licensed NP with extensive experience in psychiatric and mental health care across Maryland and Washington, DC. He has worked with older adults, providing compassionate, age-appropriate mental health care.
His holistic approach ensures personalized treatment, clear communication, and ongoing support for both patients and their families.
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