Business Details
Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Washington, DC
Lewis A Winkler, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist with decades of experience in diagnosing and treating psychiatric and psychological conditions. Specializing in mood, anxiety, and personality disorders, our practice integrates individual, group, and couples psychotherapy with evidence-based psychopharmacology to address complex mental health needs. We provide compassionate care for individuals and couples navigating trauma, substance abuse, workplace conflicts, and life transitions. Our therapeutic approach combines a warm, nurturing environment with a focused investigative methodology to ensure accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans.With expertise in early family dynamics, peer relationships, and dream analysis, we help patients overcome challenges rooted in past experiences. Our services are HIPAA-compliant, confidential, and include free initial phone consultations. Located in Washington, DC, we serve clients seeking holistic mental health solutions tailored to their unique circumstances.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Counseling
Group Therapy
Psychopharmacology
Trauma Treatment
Substance Abuse Therapy
Workplace Conflict Resolution
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of clinical experience in psychiatry and psychopharmacology.
- Our practice integrates therapy and medication management for holistic treatment.
- Specialized care for trauma, personality disorders, and workplace conflict resolution.
- HIPAA-compliant, confidential sessions with discreet off-street parking available.
- Free initial phone consultations to start your mental health journey.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology
What people say
Deep expertise
Compassionate care
Life-changing therapy
Effective treatment plans
Safe environment
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Personalized one-on-one therapy sessions address mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma. Using analytic and interpersonal approaches, we help patients understand root causes of distress and develop coping strategies. Treatment integrates psychopharmacology when needed for comprehensive care.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples navigating personality conflicts or communication breakdowns. Focuses on resolving past traumas affecting relationships and improving interpersonal dynamics through structured therapeutic techniques and mutual understanding.
Psychopharmacology
Board-certified psychiatric medication management for mood and anxiety disorders. Combines evidence-based prescribing practices with ongoing therapy to optimize treatment outcomes and address chemical imbalances effectively.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized care for PTSD and complex trauma survivors. Utilizes integrative therapy approaches to process traumatic memories, reduce symptoms, and rebuild emotional resilience in a safe, supportive clinical environment.
Substance Abuse Therapy
Comprehensive treatment for drug and alcohol dependencies. Combines behavioral therapy with psychopharmacology to address underlying mental health issues driving addictive patterns and support long-term recovery.
People
Dr. Lewis A. Winkler
Board-Certified Psychiatrist
Dr. Winkler is a psychiatrist with over 50 years of clinical experience, specializing in mood disorders and psychopharmacology. He graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center in 1967 and holds dual board certifications in psychiatry and neurology.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, personality disorders, substance abuse, and relationship conflicts using integrated therapy and medication management.
Do you offer couples therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide couples counseling to address communication issues, personality conflicts, and trauma-related relationship challenges with evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Are initial consultations free?
Yes, we offer complimentary phone consultations to discuss your needs and determine if our services align with your mental health goals.
Is your office HIPAA compliant?
Our practice strictly follows HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality and secure handling of all medical information.
What therapy approaches do you use?
We combine analytic, existential, and interpersonal therapies with psychopharmacology, tailoring treatment to each patient's unique psychological and biological needs.
Do you accept insurance?
Please contact our office directly for insurance verification and billing details, as we work with multiple providers to accommodate patient needs.
