Dr. Johnathan Heller, MD, VA | Psychiatrist

About Dr. Johnathan Heller

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Depression

Anxiety

Medication Management

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Johnathan Heller

Dr. Johnathan Heller is a board-certified psychiatrist in general and forensic psychiatry with over a decade of experience treating complex mental health conditions across diverse settings. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, completed residency in Portsmouth, Virginia, and fellowship training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. A retired U.S. Navy physician of over 20 years, Dr. Heller also holds an MBA, bringing a systems-level, objective approach to patient care. Dr. Heller takes a straightforward, non-judgmental approach grounded in clarity and honesty. He believes patients deserve open conversations about diagnoses, treatment options, and trade-offs. He views patients as experts in their own lives and focuses on early identification of concerns before they escalate. His style fosters a calm, structured space where patients feel respected and understood. Dr. Heller begins with a thorough, unhurried evaluation of history, current concerns, and personal goals. He emphasizes early or subtle symptoms that impact quality of life and develops individualized, evidence-based plans combining medication and practical strategies. He explains the reasoning behind each recommendation and closely monitors progress, adjusting care as needed.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Medication Management

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Talkiatry

Board certifications

Forensic Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

Medical School - Texas Tech University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1154787158

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What practice does Dr. Johnathan Heller work with?

Dr. Johnathan Heller works with Talkiatry.

Which board certifications does Dr. Johnathan Heller have?

Dr. Johnathan Heller is certified by Forensic Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).