What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.79
Average wait time
4.91
Bedside manner
4.82
“Dr. Putnam listened, didn’t make an immediate assessment, and really wanted to understand how I was feeling. The last person I went to made a 15 min assessment on my whole mental health issue and couldn’t have been more wrong. I felt the exact opposite about Dr. Putnam.”
Initials hiddenMore than 1 year ago
“It was my first time seeing Dr. Putnam and I didn’t expect a long visit, as most psychiatrist appointments are around 15 minutes but he took about 45 mins to talk with me and understand my history.
I really appreciate that and would recommend him to anyone in need of an intelligent and kind psychiatrist!”
James M.October 13, 2022
About Dr. Jared Putnam
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Mental Health Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation
Bipolar Disorder
Mental Illness
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Jared Putnam
Jared Putnam, M.D. is a board-certified psychiatrist who provides a wide range of general psychiatric services, including psychopharmacology (medication management), second opinions, and various forms of psychotherapy. He treats many forms of mental illness, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia, panic disorder, substance abuse, and attention-deficit disorder (ADHD). Dr. Putnam earned his Bachelor's degree from Colgate University, received his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Maryland, and completed his residency in psychiatry at Emory University. His office is located in the heart of Chevy Chase, MD.
Dr. Jared Putnam is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $450 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $140 for 15 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Dr. Putnam does not participate with any health insurance networks, including Medicare and Medicaid. He is considered out-of-network for all plans. Patients are responsible for all fees associated with treatment, and are due on the day of service.
We do not submit insurance claims for out-of-network benefits, but we can provide a “super bill” upon request which will have all of the information you need to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement for out-of-network services.
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Maryland, Doctor of Medicine
- Emory University, Residency in Psychiatry
- Colgate University (Bachelor’s)
Professional memberships
- American Psychiatric Association
Awards and publications
- Washingtonian Top Docs 2025
- Washingtonian Top Docs 2023
NPI number
1992775993
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.79
Wait time
4.91
Bedside manner
4.82
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315 reviews
Most relevant
Prompt service. Very professional. excellent time utilization.
March 10, 2026Nancy K.Verified patient
Dr. Putnam really made me feel comfortable. I trusted him which was important in feeling okay about trying new medication.
October 10, 2019Initials hidden
Rude receptionist never give notice before your appointment not helpful. Won’t be back. Won’t recommend to anyone.
December 20, 2022Sumalee P.Verified patient
He was straightforward and easy to talk to, but it was a very rushed visit for the first time consulting with me.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Professional, thorough, and his receptionist was very nice. Beautiful office in a beautiful area of town, as well.
February 11, 2016Initials hidden
Felt at ease with Dr. Putnam. Very easy to open up about my issues and he was able to give me useful advice.
September 1, 2015Initials hidden
So far only one visit with the doctor but he was very informative and proposed a plan of action.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I enjoyed the visit; however, I keep getting a bill from the office and when I call no one responds.
January 27, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Putnam was very attentive, patient, and had a welcoming sense of humor. Definitely recommend!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Fantastic and upbeat doctor who actuallly wants to help you get better. Can't recommend enough.
September 23, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Putnam is an expert. He's also quick, efficient, and wastes no time! Highly recommend.
July 3, 2017Initials hidden
Jared was great - very easy to talk to. His staff was also very kind. No wait time, either.
May 5, 2016Initials hidden
He was very attentive to my needs. Didn’t try to throw me on four or five new medications.
April 26, 2018Steven G.Verified patient
Constance (the Dr. Putnam's assistant) is very welcoming! Quite an asset to his practice.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very personable, easy to talk to and had solid recommendations. Thank you for helping me!
June 15, 2017Initials hidden
He was very helpful and I had a great appointment. He truly cared about me as a patient.
July 7, 2016Initials hidden
I had an overall positive experience on my first visit to Dr. Putnam’s office.
March 21, 2023Nikea W.Verified patient
A very down to earth doctor who is easy to talk to and makes you feel very comfortable!
September 12, 2016Initials hidden
Really nice, approachable guy. Looking forward to working with him in the future!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
So great! I think I laughed for most of the appointment.
Highly recommend!
May 11, 2016Initials hidden
Clear communicator, good listener, efficient and productive use of time.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional and personable. Nice office and staff. Would recommend.
April 26, 2018Initials hidden
He was pleasant and professional. The visit felt a little short though.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
A really great appointment. He’s really kind and extremely helpful.
August 9, 2018Initials hidden
Extremely friendly and easy to talk to. Very helpful discussion.
July 19, 2018Initials hidden
He was a little impatient with my story, but maybe that was me.
October 14, 2015Initials hidden
Dr. Putnam was attentive, was easy and pleasant to talk to.
November 4, 2016Initials hidden
I have full confidence that he will
Handle all my issues.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
It was a fast consultation and he was right to the point.
February 28, 2019Jorge V.Verified patient
Excellent provider, listens and helps! Would recommend.
May 7, 2019Initials hidden
Very professional and not judgmental. A very good choice
March 21, 2017Initials hidden
Courteous and gave candid proffessional assessment.
March 30, 2022Initials hidden
Seriously the best psychiatrist I’ve ever dealt with.
December 19, 2019Nathalie R.Verified patient
He interrupts you mid-sentence, makes broad assumptions to say to you out loud. Very offended by how much he interrupted me while speaking. Rude. Rude. Wrote a review!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Putnam listened, didn’t make an immediate assessment, and really wanted to understand how I was feeling. The last person I went to made a 15 min assessment on my whole mental health issue and couldn’t have been more wrong. I felt the exact opposite about Dr. Putnam.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Matter of fact demeanor and well knowledgeable.
November 1, 2022Paige P.Verified patient
It was my first time seeing Dr. Putnam and I didn’t expect a long visit, as most psychiatrist appointments are around 15 minutes but he took about 45 mins to talk with me and understand my history.
I really appreciate that and would recommend him to anyone in need of an intelligent and kind psychiatrist!
October 13, 2022James M.Verified patient
Dr. Putnam is wonderful to work with!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Putnam is great! Very easy to talk to, very knowledgeable. I'm so happy I was connected with him. I know I'm in the best hands.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Putnam was incredible; he listened, was thorough about his diagnosis and gave me a clear action plan along with a heads up as to any hurdles I might encounter but providing reassurance that he would be available should I need to see him prior to our scheduled follow-up. Highly recommend; 10/10.
February 14, 2022Initials hidden
Very friendly and knowledgeable. I'm always seen early - and the hours are great to be open before work. I came in with an established med regiment, but Dr. Putnam is very easy to talk to and knowledgable, without pushing any unnecessary treatment or changes. Also takes insurance, which is so hard to find in this city!
October 22, 2019Initials hidden
Dr. Putnam is a great listner. Assessed my needs and we both came to the same conclusion on treatment. Highly recommended!
September 20, 2019Initials hidden
Dr Putnam was very professional, approachable and was a good listener as well. I felt he understood my situation and was interested in helping me get better.
April 9, 2019Initials hidden
Today was my first visit with Dr. Putnam. He was very welcoming, upbeat and very easy to converse with. I let him know that I wasn’t looking for anything but short and sweet medication management and he heard me loud and clear. I really appreciated his efficiency and pleasant demeanor and would recommend him to anyone I know.
March 15, 2019Initials hidden
Dr. Putnam was personable and thorough. He made me feel extremely comfortable, and made sure I clearly understood his plan of care and recommendations. His specialty is psychopharmacology, but he provided me with a list of several therapists he recommends.
March 5, 2019Initials hidden
Dr. Putnam is by far the best psychiatrist I have ever been to. He was warm, knowledgeable, and caring. His staff made sure that my insurance was processed correctly, and they spent 30 minutes on the phone making sure it would work before they billed so I wouldn't have any problems. It was truly a level of customer service and care that I've never experienced before! I would highly recommend Dr. Putnam and his practice to anyone in the DMV area.
February 15, 2019Initials hidden
Going in for your first psychiatric evaluation can be a really anxiety inducing experience. Dr Putnam has a light-hearted and warm bedside manner. He is very knowledgeable, clear with his instructions, and is just goofy enough that any tension I felt going into the evaluation is washed away. It's not easy to discuss depression, anxiety, focus, but it was with Dr. Putnam. I'm sincerely looking forward to my follow up appointment with him.
January 28, 2019Initials hidden
I was in and out in 15 minutes! Got my follow up scheduled and my prescriptions sent for refill. And, he's the most engaging mental health professional I've ever interacted with.
November 20, 2018Initials hidden
I got the distinct impression that Dr. Putnam has no real interest in his patients aside from money. He made it clear that he only prescribes medication & doesn’t engage in therapy. I had a horrible reaction to medication he prescribed & he didn’t respond to my emails for help.
November 6, 2018Initials hidden
He is amazing !! Such good “bedside manner” and takes the time to listen and adjust. Very knowledgeable and eager to help. Staff is great and very welcoming. No wonder he is one of the top ranked Psychiatrist in DC Metro. Hard to say you look forward to the next visit, but for the first time, I feel like I have someone in my corner !
More than 1 year agoWilliam D.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Jared Putnam work with?
Dr. Jared Putnam works with Jared Putnam, MD.
Where is Dr. Jared Putnam's office located?
Dr. Jared Putnam's office is located at 5530 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jared Putnam have?
Dr. Jared Putnam is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jared Putnam?
Dr. Jared Putnam frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jared Putnam on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Jared Putnam speak?
Dr. Jared Putnam speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Jared Putnam in reviews?
315 patients have reviewed Dr. Jared Putnam. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.79/5. They have a 4.82/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.91/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.