ADHD Specialist in Virginia

Comprehensive ADHD Care by a Board-Certified Psychiatrist

Comprehensive Psychiatry provides specialised ADHD evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for adults throughout Virginia. Led by Dr Imran Akram, MD, a Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist with more than 18 years of clinical experience, our practice focuses on delivering accurate diagnoses, evidence-based treatment, and long-term psychiatric care tailored to each patient’s needs.

Dr Akram has extensive experience evaluating ADHD in adults, including cases complicated by Anxiety disorders, Depression, OCD, Bipolar disorder, sleep disorders, trauma-related conditions, and other co-occurring mental health concerns. Every patient receives an individualised assessment designed to understand the complete clinical picture before treatment begins.

Patients can schedule in-person appointments in Reston, Virginia, or access care throughout Virginia through secure HIPAA-compliant telepsychiatry.

Dr Imran Akram MD Expert Psychiatrist in Virginia

Dr Imran Akram, MD

Specialized ADHD Care Backed by Clinical Experience:

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Dr Imran Akram combines board-certified psychiatric expertise with extensive experience treating both straightforward and clinically complex ADHD presentations. His approach emphasises careful evaluation, evidence-based treatment planning, and ongoing follow-up rather than relying solely on brief screenings or symptom checklists.

Patients choose Comprehensive Psychiatry for:

  • Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist
  • More than 18 years of psychiatric experience
  • Comprehensive ADHD evaluations
  • Expertise in complex and co-occurring psychiatric conditions
  • Personalized treatment planning
  • Medication management and ongoing monitoring
  • Secure telepsychiatry appointments throughout Virginia
  • Continuity of care with one psychiatrist overseeing treatment

Complete ADHD Care From Evaluation to Long-Term Management:

Comprehensive psychiatric assessments are conducted to determine whether ADHD is present while evaluating other psychiatric or medical conditions that may contribute to attention, concentration, or executive functioning difficulties.

Accurate diagnosis based on clinical history, symptom patterns, functional impairment, developmental history, and psychiatric assessment rather than a single screening questionnaire.

Individualised medication management using stimulant or non-stimulant treatment options when clinically appropriate. Treatment includes careful medication selection, dosage adjustments, monitoring for effectiveness, and ongoing follow-up to optimise outcomes.

Therapy recommendations or coordination with CBT providers may be included to help patients develop practical skills for managing ADHD symptoms and daily challenges.

ADHD treatment continues beyond the initial diagnosis. Regular follow-up appointments allow treatment plans to be reviewed and adjusted as symptoms, life circumstances, and treatment needs evolve.

Experienced in Complex ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment

Dr Imran Akram has extensive experience evaluating and treating adults with ADHD whose symptoms overlap with other psychiatric conditions. His comprehensive approach helps distinguish ADHD from conditions with similar symptoms while identifying co-occurring disorders that may influence diagnosis, treatment decisions, and long-term outcomes.

As part of a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, we assess ADHD alongside:

By evaluating the complete clinical picture rather than focusing on ADHD symptoms alone, treatment recommendations are based on an accurate diagnosis and each patient’s individual needs.