Amber Smith, Psy.D.
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Amber Smith, Psy.D.
Psychology Associate
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Psychological Testing & Evaluation
- Forensic Evaluations
- Intellectual Functioning Assessments
- Personality Dynamics Assessments
Ages Served
- Children (ages 5-12)
- Adolescents (ages 13-18)
- Adults (ages 18-65)
Insurances Accepted
- Carefirst/BCBS
- Self-Pay
For self-pay rates, please email us: billing@orchardmentalhealth.com
About Dr. Amber Smith (she/her)
Dr. Amber Smith is a registered psychology associate with a strong specialization in clinical and forensic psychology. She earned her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D.C., an institution accredited by the American Psychological Association. In addition to her doctorate, Amber holds a Master of Arts in Clinical and Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. John’s University. Amber has developed extensive expertise in psychological assessment, therapy, and forensic evaluations, with significant experience in both clinical and correctional settings.
Dr. Smith completed her pre-doctoral internship at Springfield Hospital Center in Maryland, where she performed critical duties on the Acute Care Unit, participated in court-ordered forensic evaluations such as Competency to Stand Trial and Criminal Responsibility assessments, and provided individual therapy for patients with severe mental health disorders. She also facilitated group therapy sessions focused on CBTp, competency restoration, and trauma support groups.
At Orchard Mental Health Group, Dr. Smith specializes in psychological assessments and has expertise in conducting comprehensive evaluations for diverse populations that involve cognitive difficulties, academic challenge, trauma, mood and personality disorders.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Addictive Behaviors
- Anxiety/Anxiety Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Disorder
- Depression
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Learning Disabilities
- Life Transitions/Adjustment
- Marginalized Communities
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality
- Neurocognitive Disorders
- Oppositional Defiance
- Psychotic Disorders
- Racial/Ethnic Identity
- Substance Use
- Trauma & PTSD
- Working with Black/African-American Populations
- Working with Hispanic/Latino Populations
Education
- Doctor of Psychology, Clinical Psychology – The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
- Pre-Doctoral Internship, Springfield Hospital Center
- Master of Arts, Clinical and Forensic Psychology – The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
- Bachelore of Arts, Psychology with a minor in Sociology – St. John’s University
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Services
Adolescent Psychotherapy
Adult Psychotherapy
Assessments & Evaluation
Child Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy & Parent Coaching
Genetic Testing
Group Therapy
Medication Management
Play Therapy
Single-Session Therapy
Teletherapy
Accepted Insurance*
Aetna
Carefirst / Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Humana / Tricare
Johns Hopkins Health Plans
Medicaid
Medicare
Optum / UnitedHealthcare
*Varies by service
Partner Resources
Orchard Mental Health Group
Contact Us
M-F, 9am-5pm Eastern Time
Phone: 240- 750-6467
Fax: 240-912-7835
contact@orchardmentalhealth.com
9707 Key West Avenue, Suite #100 Rockville, MD 20850