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Expert Psychiatric Services in Philadelphia, PA
Founded in 2012 by Dr. Chris Pagnani, Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates has established itself as a leader in academic psychiatry, combining clinical excellence with a commitment to personalized care. Our team of 25 mental health experts includes providers with academic appointments at institutions like Johns Hopkins Hospital and the University of Pennsylvania, many of whom have published peer-reviewed research and presented at major medical conferences. We specialize in evidence-based treatments for complex psychiatric conditions, offering a holistic approach that integrates medication management, psychotherapy, and specialized care for ADHD, LGBTQIA+ mental health, women's mental health, and substance use disorders.Our practice maintains strict independence, remaining 100% physician-owned without private equity involvement, ensuring our focus remains solely on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. With locations across multiple states and telehealth services available nationwide, we provide accessible mental health solutions while maintaining rigorous academic standards that drive continuous improvement in treatment methodologies.
Services
ADHD Evaluations
Couples Therapy
LGBTQIA+ Care
Medication Management
Mens Mental Health
Student Mental Health
Substance Use Treatment
Tapering Medications
Womens Mental Health
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 25 mental health experts with over 300 cumulative years of experience in psychiatry
- Providers hold current or past academic appointments at top medical institutions
- Over 70 peer-reviewed publications and 60 major medical conference presentations
- Specialized treatment for ADHD, LGBTQIA+ care, women's mental health, and substance use disorders
- Strictly patient-focused model with no private equity influence or profit-driven practices
What people say
Changed my life
Wonderful
Kind and knowledgeable
Great with paperwork
Pleasure to work with
Services
ADHD Evaluations
Comprehensive 1-hour psychiatric evaluations for adult ADHD diagnosis and accommodation documentation. Services include symptom assessment, childhood history review, and co-existing condition screening. Available in-person and virtually, with options for one-time evaluations or ongoing treatment. Providers determine appropriate assessment type based on institutional requirements, offering full neuropsychological testing when needed through affiliated psychologists.
Child Psychiatry
Specialized psychiatric care for children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and behavioral disorders. Fellowship-trained providers offer 60-90 minute initial evaluations incorporating family input, school coordination, and medical assessments. Treatment plans combine therapy, medication management when indicated, and support for IEP/504 accommodations. Available in-office in Pennsylvania and virtual care across multiple states.
Couples Therapy
Evidence-based therapy for relationship challenges including communication issues, infidelity recovery, and life transition stress. Licensed therapists employ approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman Method to improve emotional connection. Sessions focus on pattern recognition, trust rebuilding, and collaborative problem-solving in a neutral, non-judgmental environment.
Medication Management
Personalized medication treatment for mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Board-certified providers conduct thorough evaluations considering medical history, trauma, and lifestyle factors. Services emphasize minimal effective dosing, comprehensive risk-benefit education, and integration with therapy. Available in multiple states through in-office visits and telehealth appointments.
Mens Mental Health
Specialized treatment addressing unique mental health challenges faced by men, including societal stigma, substance use, and anger management. Providers combine academic expertise with gender-specific insights to treat anxiety, depression, and impulse control disorders. Services emphasize breaking cultural barriers to mental health care while maintaining clinical rigor in treatment approaches.
People
Chris Pagnani
Founder & Medical Director
Instructor at Johns Hopkins Hospital with academic leadership experience. Completed psychiatric residency at Johns Hopkins, maintaining part-time faculty status since 2012. Specializes in direct patient care while maintaining rigorous academic standards through ongoing research and publications.
Paula Bu
Clinical Assistant Professor
University of Pennsylvania faculty member with expertise in academic psychiatry. Combines clinical practice with teaching responsibilities, maintaining active involvement in medical education while providing direct patient care services across multiple locations.
Emily Bernstein
Director of Women's Mental Health
Specializes in perinatal mood disorders and women's mental health treatment. Maintains academic connections while providing clinical leadership in gender-specific psychiatric care, addressing unique mental health challenges across women's life cycles.
Karen Chen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified practitioner with academic teaching experience at the University of Pennsylvania. Provides comprehensive psychiatric care with focus on medication management and evidence-based treatment approaches for diverse patient populations.
Juliet Muzere
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
Board-certified specialist trained at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Focuses on pediatric psychiatric care with expertise in developmental disorders and youth mental health treatment through both in-office and virtual platforms.
Questions
Do you offer in-office psychiatric appointments?
Yes, we provide in-office psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy at multiple locations across Delaware, Florida, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Are virtual telehealth services available?
We offer online psychiatric services in CA, DE, FL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA, USVI and provide psychotherapy through PsyPACT licensing in most US states.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, we accept new patients with typical appointment availability within 1-2 weeks for most psychiatric services across all age groups.
Do you accept insurance?
As an out-of-network provider, we offer receipts for potential insurance reimbursement. Many patients find their out-of-pocket costs comparable to in-network co-pays after reimbursement.
What makes Rittenhouse different from other practices?
Our providers maintain academic appointments, publish medical research, and prioritize clinical excellence without private equity influence, ensuring patient-centered care with rigorous professional standards.
Do you offer one-time ADHD evaluations?
Yes, we provide single-visit ADHD assessments for accommodation documentation, though we recommend ongoing treatment for comprehensive mental health management and medication oversight.
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