What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.88
Average wait time
4.86
Bedside manner
4.91
“I felt so comfortable even though I had so much anxiety before the appointment and even thought about canceling it, I am glad I did not and would recommend to anyone needing help with mental health care for themselves or their loved ones.”
Karla C.Less than 3 months agoVideo visit
“Dr. McGowan was a fantastic communicator and listener. The appointment had an organized and clear structure. I highly recommend Dr. McGowan to anyone looking for a friendly and thorough professional.”
Killian M.September 27, 2024Video visit
About Dr. Peter McGowan
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Peter McGowan
Dr. McGowan is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 14 years of experience during which he has primarily treated active-duty US Navy sailors, their family members, and military retirees in the outpatient setting.
His practice focuses on medication management in addition to supportive and cognitive-behavioral therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. He is a strong advocate of multiple treatment modalities and, in certain situations, may suggest that therapy and/or regular physical exercise be included in your treatment plan to provide the best outcome.
He received his B.S. in Physics from United States Naval Academy. After serving as an Intelligence Officer in the Navy for eight years, he transitioned to medicine and earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. After completing an intern year in Family Medicine, Dr. McGowan completed residency training in Psychiatry at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA, where he remained on staff for the next ten years and was primarily involved in resident training and education. He held academic appointments at the Uniformed Services University and Eastern Virginia Medical School and served as the Psychiatry Residency Program Director for six years. He served his final four years in uniform running the behavioral health department at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, WA. He recently retired from the Navy after a 30-year career.
Dr. McGowan has extensive experience in outpatient psychiatric care. In addition to the full spectrum of mood and anxiety disorders, he has treated a very large number of patients with PTSD stemming from combat, natural disasters, and sexual trauma. He believes that, like his service to the country, working alongside others in their journey to better mental health is an incredible privilege.
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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 - Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Doctor of Medicine
- United States Naval Academy (Bachelor's)
- Naval Hospital Bremerton (Internship)
- Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (Residency)
NPI number
1679544498
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
4.86
Bedside manner
4.91
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They canceled last minute and couldn’t provide another appointment for over a month
February 10, 2026Benjamin T.Verified patientVideo visit
Amazing experience. Very patient and very professional! Highly recommend!
Less than 6 months agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Couldn’t ask for a better experience for medication management. Kind, empathetic, patient and extremely helpful ??????
April 5, 2023Initials hiddenVideo visit
He understood my needs and addressed my concerns right away
February 10, 2026Kilof L.Verified patientVideo visit
He was a great listener who gave great feedback and was very easy to talk to. I felt comfortable.
May 2, 2024Tyler D.Verified patientVideo visit
I had a really easy time talking to the doctor. He seemed really knowledge too!
August 8, 2024Luke D.Verified patientVideo visit
A great experience. We remained completely satisfied and happy after the meeting.
October 10, 2022Sobia S.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr McGowan was great! The only issue was the actual sign in lol
March 6, 2023Marla F.Verified patientVideo visit
Excellent experience with Dr. McGowan. Would recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
A good intro appointment. Looking forward to subsequent ones.
December 13, 2022Charles D.Verified patientVideo visit
Great listener and bedside manner, would recommend 100%.
August 18, 2022Rob R.Verified patientVideo visit
I felt so comfortable even though I had so much anxiety before the appointment and even thought about canceling it, I am glad I did not and would recommend to anyone needing help with mental health care for themselves or their loved ones.
Less than 3 months agoKarla C.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. McGowan was a fantastic communicator and listener. The appointment had an organized and clear structure. I highly recommend Dr. McGowan to anyone looking for a friendly and thorough professional.
September 27, 2024Killian M.Verified patientVideo visit
Very helpful and engaging! My previous psychiatrist was very difficult to get in touch with and trying to get medication refills would be a nightmare. Dr. McGowan is diligent in his practice. I have not had any issues that have required me to reach out. Also, the app Healow is easy and seamless to use. The administrative staff at Talkiatry were helpful as well when I was submitting insurance information for the appointment.
September 5, 2024Paige K.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. McGowan was extremely personable and friendly! He was so amazing and knowledgeable. I learned so much about my symptoms that I did not know before. If you need to see someone definitely choose Dr. McGowan you won’t regret it!
March 28, 2024Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. McGowan is a great knowledgeable doctor! My first impression of Dr. McGowan was of how personable he was. He made me feel comfortable, listened, and showed genuine interest in helping to find a solution. Would highly recommend to other patients.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. McGowan is a highly experienced psychiatrist with a great bedside manner. He listened to me, which I greatly appreciated.
March 7, 2023Janet C.Verified patientVideo visit
He noted he was only available for consultation about medication and could not help with counseling, and then appears to have hung up the call and ended the appointment, which was very strange.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Even though I chose the wrong Doctor for my specific needs, he still made our time together as valuable & useful as possible. That effort the doctor made was extremely professional, and it’s a shame that he isn’t the doctor for my specific needs, cuz he’s great at what he does.
December 16, 2022Michael L.Verified patientVideo visit
He actually taught me something I didn’t exactly know about my condition that really blew my mind. I thought I knew everything but he taught me even more and we talked about resolutions to help me as well as medication. He really took the time to find out about me and cared and it really did show. The last person I saw the initial video call was 10 or less minutes, doctor did not care at all. But Peter McGowan really took the time with me, 1 hour long video call and I felt really good after the call! I would recommend if you want to be actually heard!
December 13, 2022Jenna B.Verified patientVideo visit
Pete was an outstanding listener and very constructive with his feedback. I appreciated his demeanor and presence - welcoming and zero judgment. Highly recommend Pete as a doctor.
October 17, 2022Allison H.Verified patientVideo visit
He was immensely kind and understand of my symptoms and concerns. A great listener, as well as giving explanations for my symptoms as well. That made me feel validated and especially more educated at the end of this visit. I’m very happy I took this step.
More than 1 year agoSkyler G.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. McGowan is absolutely terrific. He listened intently to my medical history, concerns, and symptoms to do a thorough intake. I’d highly recommend him!
September 30, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
My experience w/ Dr McGowan is limited at this time but Im thankful to have his assistance through this difficult time. He is kind, empathetic, and took his time to understand my history and current situation. I look forward to working with Dr McGowan.
August 29, 2022Christina F.Verified patientVideo visit
Strong recommendation, definitely very helpful.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
An absolutely fantastic psychiatrist!
August 25, 2022Stephanie S.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr.McGowan was very kind, he was easy to talk to and extremely informative. He listened to what I was saying and seemed to listen to understand, rather than to just give me a response.
August 25, 2022Grace D.Verified patientVideo visit
Great
August 3, 2022Greg H.Verified patientVideo visit
Great physician and overall experience. I would recommend him to anyone seeking assistance in his field of work. This was my first time using ZocDoc…and I was very pleased with the experience, despite not ever having done an online visit before!
August 3, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
I saw Dr. McGowan virtually through Talkiatry's platform. He listened closely, gave me excellent feedback, and scheduled a follow-up immediately at the end of my appointment to check in on how my medication working at the end of three weeks. Though it was on video, I did not feel rushed or that I was not being paid attention. As best one can over video, he maintained eye contact and did not seem to be distracted by his surroundings or anything on his computer. I would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a provider.
July 26, 2022Jasmine B.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr McGowan was very personable and down-to-earth. He made you feel at ease and comfortable. He listened to me and what I felt was working or not. He reviewed ALL my meds and was very thorough! Can't ask for better!
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What practice does Dr. Peter McGowan work with?
Dr. Peter McGowan works with Talkiatry.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter McGowan have?
Dr. Peter McGowan 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. Peter McGowan?
Dr. Peter McGowan frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Peter McGowan on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Peter McGowan speak?
Dr. Peter McGowan speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Peter McGowan in reviews?
74 patients have reviewed Dr. Peter McGowan. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.91/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.86/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.