Summary

Dr. Amita Jha has been practicing psychiatry in the Bethesda/Rockville area for 20 years after training as a psychiatrist at Boston University and the University of Michigan. Trained in psychotherapy and specialized in psychopharmacology, she seeks to find the best balance of medication and therapy for each patient. In the past, she has worked as a medical director of inpatient psychiatric departments and has extensive experience in the management of acute and chronic mental health issues.

Dr. Jha regularly treats a wide range of mental health issues, including

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Panic Disorder
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Eating Disorders
  • Binge Eating
  • Weight Management
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Mood Changes
  • Depression
  • Personality Disorders
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Stress Disorders
  • ADHD
  • and more!

Bethesda Psychiatry is an in-network, insurance-friendly psychiatry practice, consisting of board-certified mental health providers offering services in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area for the past 20 years. They offer a diverse group of psychiatrists and nurse practitioners trained in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy — providers who strive to find the right mix of therapy and medication to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. All PAs and NPs are trained personally by Dr. Jha to streamline the care all providers offer in our practice. Book Your Appointment Today!

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Office Location

Bethesda Psychiatry

4905 BRADLEY BLVDCHEVY CHASE, MD 20815
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 46 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Boston University Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Amita Jha

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Amita Jha has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Amita Jha has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Boston University Medical Center

Medical School

Lady Hardinge Medical CollegeGraduated in 1980

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Amita Jha accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Dr. Amita Jha speak?
Dr. Amita Jha speaks English.
Is Dr. Amita Jha accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Amita Jha accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Amita Jha accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Amita Jha's office located?
Dr. Amita Jha's office is located at 4905 BRADLEY BLVD, CHEVY CHASE, MD, 20815.

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