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Dezziré Keeling

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Language: English
Virtual Location: Telehealth
In-Person Location: 702 Russell avenue, suite 100, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Rachidetou Njoya

Therapist

Language: English
Virtual Location: Telehealth:
In-Person Location: 702 Russell avenue, suite 100, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Biography

Rachida Njoya

Rachida is a passionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to provide psychiatric mental health care to people. With six (6) years of psychiatric experiences at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington DC (PIW) as a psychiatric Registered Nurse, she value the highly need for mental health services. Her desire is to help people who need a close touch and those who are suffering from different mental health disorders. Rachida works with ages groups from adolescents, adults, and older adults to provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and medication management. Her combination of medical and mental experiences help her to provide the best quality care to patients and follow up as needed. With the faith and the spread of God’s care through physical, mental, and spiritual healing, she believes that she can help people to manage their symptoms and well-being.
“My desire is to develop a trusty relationship with clients in order to provide the best standard evidence- based practice and treatment using holistic, humanistic care, and counseling approach”.

Medical Education

December 2021 – Master of Science in Nursing (MSN/PMHNP): Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
May 2013 – Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Washington Adventist University;
– Associate Degree in Liberal Arts/General studies: Prince George’s Community College, Largo MD;
– Bachelor in Economic Management Human Resources, University Dakar Bourguiba, Dakar, Senegal

EXPERIENCE

2014-2024 – Registered and Clinical Nurse
2023-Now – Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Opening Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (Telehealth)

Hours morning:

08:00 am – 12:00 pm

Hours Evening:

12:30 pm – 16:00 pm

Wednesday
(In-person location)

Hours morning:

08:00 am – 12:00 pm

Hours Evening:

12:30 pm – 16:00 pm

Doctor`s Specialties & Service

  • Initial psychiatric assessment
  • Diagnosis
  • Evaluation
  • Medication management, psychotherapy care for adolescents adults, and older adults
  • Holistic and patient centered treatment plans
  • Coordination of care

Areas of Expertise

  • Psychiatric assessment diagnosis
  • Medication management, and referral for mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression
  • ADHD
  • Bipolar
  • Schizophrenia
  • PTSD
  • Substance abuse
  • Provide individual psychotherapy using evidence based-practice interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
  • DBT,
  • Interpersonal therapy, and supportive therapy.
  • Telehealth Services

Awards And Honours

  • PMHNP-BC
  • American Nurses Credentialing Center DEA License in Maryland
  • Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) ACLS and BLS (Life support)
  • American Heart Association Member of AMERICORPS, student in Service
  • Initial psychiatric assessment
  • Diagnosis
  • Evaluation
  • Medication management, psychotherapy care for adolescents adults, and older adults
  • Holistic and patient centered treatment plans
  • Coordination of care
December 2021 - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN/PMHNP): Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
May 2013 - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Washington Adventist University
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts/General studies: Prince George's Community College, Largo MD
Bachelor in Economic Management Human Resources, University Dakar Bourguiba, Dakar, Senegal
  • Psychiatric assessment diagnosis
  • Medication management, and referral for mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression
  • ADHD
  • Bipolar
  • Schizophrenia
  • PTSD
  • Substance abuse
  • Provide individual psychotherapy using evidence based-practice interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
  • DBT,
  • Interpersonal therapy, and supportive therapy.
  • Telehealth Services
702 Russell avenue, suite 100, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
December 2021 - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN/PMHNP): Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
May 2013 - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Washington Adventist University
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts/General studies: Prince George's Community College, Largo MD
Bachelor in Economic Management Human Resources, University Dakar Bourguiba, Dakar, Senegal
> Active compassionate listening and building relationship.
> Psychopharmacology and Psychotherapy skills.
> Commitment to wellness. Holistic and support care.

Biography

Dezziré Keeling

Dezziré Keeling is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel empowered to
explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges. Guided by the principles of person-centered
counseling, she believes that each individual possesses the innate ability to grow, heal, and
achieve personal fulfillment when provided with genuine empathy, unconditional positive regard,
and understanding.

“I approach each session with the belief that you are the expert of your own life, and my
role is to walk alongside you on your journey of self-discovery.” Whether you’re navigating life
transitions, managing stress, healing from past experiences, or striving for personal growth, I
tailor my approach to meet your unique needs and goals. My practice emphasizes collaboration,
authenticity, and respect, ensuring every client feels seen, heard, and valued. Together, we will
create a therapeutic relationship that fosters healing, self-acceptance, and meaningful change.

Medical Education

2018 – B.S. Psychology, University of Georgia
2024 – M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Walden University

EXPERIENCE

2023-24 – C&A Behavioral Health Services, LLC
2024-present – All Day Medical Care

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday (In - Person)

Hours:

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Monday - Friday (Telehealth)

Hours:

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Doctor`s Specialties & Service

  • Cognitive-behavioral Therapy
  • Person-Centered Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Talk Therapy
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Mindfulness
  • Crisis Management

Areas of Expertise

  • Trauma & Crisis
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Cognitive Dissonance
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Awards And Honours

  • National Certified Counselor (NCC)
    • Chi Sigma Iota Honor Society
    • American Mental Health Counselors Association Member
    • International Association for Resilience and Trauma Counseling Member
    • American Counseling Association (ACA) Member
  • Individual Counseling
  • Adolescent Counseling

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