The Ross Center - Optimal Treatment for Anxiety & Mental Health

The Ross Center - Optimal Treatment for Anxiety & Mental Health Multidisciplinary Treatment Center for Anxiety and Mental Health in Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and NYC.

For over 30 years, The Ross Center has been providing effective, long-lasting solutions that allow children and adults to live their best lives. Our internationally renowned psychiatrists, psychologists and therapists provide an array of evidence-based psychological and psychiatric treatments for a wide variety of mental health conditions. This unique, collaborative approach to treatment ensures t

hat you receive the optimal mix of services, resulting in faster improvement, significant reduction in symptoms, and hope for a healthier future. The Ross Center was established by visionary anxiety specialist Jerilyn Ross, whose own struggle with mental illness inspired her to create a world-class mental health center for others whose lives have been disrupted by anxiety and depression. After receiving treatment for her own anxiety and phobia, she cofounded the Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) in 1979. We pride ourselves on keeping up with the latest research and providing the best practices to our patients and their families. As anxiety and depression rates have skyrocketed, the need for short-term, effective treatment for mental health disorders has grown. We’ve responded to that need with expanding mental health centers in Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and New York City. Our compassionate patient care team is trained to listen carefully to your concerns and direct you to the clinician and/or type of service best suited to your situation. You’ll find offices that have been designed for your comfort, with calming interiors in a relaxed setting. In addition, we offer evening and weekend hours so that booking an appointment is not another stressor in your life. We Can Help - Call us to schedule your first appointment.

Meet our new psychiatrist Dr. Vitellio. Dr. Vitiello is a highly respected psychiatrist with extensive experience caring...
03/28/2026

Meet our new psychiatrist Dr. Vitellio. Dr. Vitiello is a highly respected psychiatrist with extensive experience caring for children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Vitiello approaches treatment thoughtfully and conservatively, focusing on what is clinically necessary and most beneficial for each individual. Decades of research experience anchor his clinical work in the strongest available scientific evidence. He treats a broad range of concerns in children, adolescents, and adults, with particular expertise in ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, tic disorders, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, autism spectrum disorder, and intellectual disability. While his clinical practice is primarily focused on child and adolescent psychiatry, Dr. Vitiello also evaluates and treats adults, particularly for ADHD, mood, anxiety, and OCD-related concerns.

Interested in working with Dr. Vitiello? Call our Washington, D.C. location at (202) 363-1010 to schedule a brief introductory phone call with Dr. Vitiello.

Meet your RO-DBT therapist Carey Werley. Carey Werley is the psychotherapist and program director of RO-DBT. She is a cl...
03/27/2026

Meet your RO-DBT therapist Carey Werley. Carey Werley is the psychotherapist and program director of RO-DBT. She is a clinical social worker who works with children, teens and young adults. Under Carey’s guidance, children, teens, and adults develop strategies to reduce perfectionistic tendencies, manage anxious thoughts, improve relationships, and problem solve more effectively. She often accompanies clients into the real world to practice interacting in uncomfortable situations, leading to increased confidence, strength, and long-term coping strategies.

Standard DBT and RO-DBT often differ in the target populations that they treat. Standard DBT helps to treat those who ex...
03/27/2026

Standard DBT and RO-DBT often differ in the target populations that they treat. Standard DBT helps to treat those who experience emotional dysregulation, while RO-DBT is a modified version of DBT that helps to treat those who experience overcontrol. People with overcontrolled coping styles tend to struggle with rigidity, social isolation, and difficulty expressing emotions and can be used to treat Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder, Anorexia Nervosa, and Chronic Depression. If you’re curious about how RO-DBT can help with overcontrolled coping styles, make sure to head over to our website to learn about RO-DBT and book with one of our clinicians!

Dr. Kook is a psychologist and the director of the New York Office, Clinical and Child Services. She works closely with ...
03/26/2026

Dr. Kook is a psychologist and the director of the New York Office, Clinical and Child Services. She works closely with each individual to create achievable and realistic goals, resulting in an increased sense of confidence and hope that change is possible. She offers a reflective and secure space to collaboratively address various life challenges, helping clients to identify unhelpful patterns of behavior and replace them with choices that feel healthier and more gratifying. Using humor and compassion, she helps individuals move toward greater fulfillment in their lives.

Testimonials are in and people are discussing the effectiveness of booking a single session consultation. The Single Ses...
03/24/2026

Testimonials are in and people are discussing the effectiveness of booking a single session consultation. The Single Session Consultation (SSC) is a focused, solution-oriented session intended to help individuals who desire a solution or advice for a specific problem. It is a focused, 60-minute meeting with a skilled Ross Center mental health clinician. It’s designed to help you take practical, meaningful steps toward addressing a specific challenge. It’s especially important if you are waiting for mental health care or just need one session to brainstorm a solution. Together with your clinician, you’ll identify a clear goal and collaborate to create a concrete, step-by-step plan tailored to your needs. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a personalized action plan that draws on your strengths and support systems to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.

If you need clarity on one issue, a SSC may be useful. Swipe through to read how to prepare for a SSC. Interested in booking a SSC? Head to the link in our bio named Single Session Consultation.

Meet our new clinician Dr. Bernstein! Dr. Bernstein treats adults, children, and adolescents. Dr. Bernstein takes a holi...
03/21/2026

Meet our new clinician Dr. Bernstein! Dr. Bernstein treats adults, children, and adolescents. Dr. Bernstein takes a holistic approach to care, examining how relationships, behaviors, thoughts, developmental stage, and emotions intersect to shape an individual’s experience. Dr. Bernstein’s relaxed and authentic style allows her to connect easily with adolescents, teens, and young adults, including those who may feel skeptical or reluctant to engage. She uses humor and curiosity to build rapport and motivate change, helping patients of all ages strengthen emotional regulation, communication, self-understanding, and confidence. Her goal is for each patient to become the best version of themselves.

Interested in working with Dr. Bernstein? Call our Northern, VA location at (703) 687-6610 to schedule a brief introductory phone call with Dr. Bernstein at no cost prior to your first appointment.

The International Day of Happiness is celebrated annually on March 20, established by the United Nations in 2012 to reco...
03/20/2026

The International Day of Happiness is celebrated annually on March 20, established by the United Nations in 2012 to recognize happiness and well-being as universal goals and human rights. Here are some well established protective factors that help facilitate happiness.

Dr. Haar helps teens, college students, and adults recognize patterns and themes that may not be serving them well, to i...
03/19/2026

Dr. Haar helps teens, college students, and adults recognize patterns and themes that may not be serving them well, to inspire change and personal growth. Clients feel comfortable and understood, and she sees herself as a collaborative partner in therapy. Dr. Haar specializes in working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and trauma, as well as those who have difficulties with life transitions, relationships and interpersonal issues.

If you ever felt like therapy consisted of too much processing and not enough solutions, skills, or advice, a single ses...
03/18/2026

If you ever felt like therapy consisted of too much processing and not enough solutions, skills, or advice, a single session consultation may be a better alternative. The Single Session Consultation (SSC) is a focused, solution-oriented session intended to help individuals who desire a solution or advice for a specific problem. It is a focused, 60-minute meeting with a skilled Ross Center mental health clinician. It’s designed to help you take practical, meaningful steps toward addressing a specific challenge. It’s especially important if you are waiting for mental health care or just need one session to brainstorm a solution. Together with your clinician, you’ll identify a clear goal and collaborate to create a concrete, step-by-step plan tailored to your needs. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a personalized action plan that draws on your strengths and support systems to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.

If you need clarity on one issue, a SSC may be useful. Swipe through to read how to prepare for a SSC. Interested in booking a SSC? Head to the link in our bio named Single Session Consultation.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Ross Center ☘️. Holidays centered around alcohol can be challenging, but you don’t have...
03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Ross Center ☘️. Holidays centered around alcohol can be challenging, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Here are a couple of reminders for those who are in recovery. Remember that holidays can be fun without the substances.

Meet our new clinician Dr. Handratta! Dr. Handratta Dr. Handratta is an Adult Psychiatrist recognized for his calm prese...
03/14/2026

Meet our new clinician Dr. Handratta! Dr. Handratta Dr. Handratta is an Adult Psychiatrist recognized for his calm presence, approachable style, and ever-present smile. He creates an environment where patients feel comfortable, understood, and respected from their first visit. Dr. Handratta helps patients understand how the brain works, how emotions affect cognition, and how biological, environmental and hormonal factors can impact symptoms.

Interested in working with Dr. Handratta? Call our Washington DC location at 202-363-1010 to schedule a brief introductory phone call with Dr. Handratta at no cost prior to your first appointment.

Meet one of our New York clinicians Dr. Brinson. She is dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate care to tee...
03/13/2026

Meet one of our New York clinicians Dr. Brinson. She is dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate care to teens, young adults, and adults. She frequently works with individuals experiencing anxiety, low mood, and ADHD, as well as concerns related to alcohol or other drugs that may be playing a role in their emotional well-being, focus, or relationships. Dr. Brinson helps clients learn to regulate emotions and cope more effectively with distress while taking actionable steps toward the lives they want to lead.

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The Ross Center is a comprehensive outpatient practice that provides optimal treatment for anxiety and mental health. With offices in Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and New York, NY, we deliver a unique blend of services so you can receive all your mental health care under one roof. Our team of experienced and highly skilled psychiatrists, psychologists, addiction specialists and couples counselors work closely together to deliver a full spectrum of sophisticated psychiatric and psychological services.

We combine state-of-the-art, evidence-based clinical treatment and medication management with exceptional personal service, designed to create a comfortable environment in which you can successfully overcome anxiety, depression, and a wide variety of mental health challenges. Our specialists are also experts in helping those who suffer from OCD, panic attacks, insomnia, PTSD, and a variety of other disorders.We are committed to providing you with the best experience possible, resulting in faster improvement, significant reduction in symptoms, and hope for a healthier future.

We've been providing world-class treatment to those who suffer from anxiety and depression for over 20 years. We treat patients of all ages, from young children through seniors. Whether you're looking for individual therapy, medication management, diagnostic testing or group therapy, we are able to meet all of your mental health needs. We pride ourselves on a culture that is welcoming, approachable, and professional, so that you feel supported and valued from your first call through the successful culmination of treatment.

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