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Dr. Xiujun Zhao, MD

Dr. Xiujun Zhao, MD

Psychiatrist
5550 Friendship Blvd, Chevy Chase, MD
Dr. Xiujun Zhao provides comprehensive and compassionate psychiatric care to adolescents and adults throughout Maryland. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Zhao helps patients find stability and balance through evidencebased treatment and personalized care. He offers medication management, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation TMS, and individual therapy for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. His approach combines medical expertise with a deep respect for each patientâs life experience, supporting recovery and longterm emotional wellness. Dr. Zhao is especially dedicated to helping individuals who have experienced trauma, grief, or posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD. He integrates biological, psychological, and social perspectives to design individualized treatment plans that address the root causes of distress. By creating a supportive and collaborative environment, Dr. Zhao empowers patients to rebuild confidence, improve daily functioning, and enhance their overall quality of life. In addition to treating mood and anxiety disorders, Dr. Zhao provides specialized support for sleep disorders, postpartum depression and anxiety, and obsessivecompulsive disorder OCD. His expertise in TMS therapy allows him to offer patients an effective, noninvasive option for treatmentresistant depression. Dr. Zhao also works with veterans and military populations, understanding the unique challenges faced by those who serve. Outside of his clinical work with LifeStance Health, Dr. Zhao enjoys playing sports, officiating basketball, and spending quality time with his family. These activities reflect his belief in the importance of balance, connection, and physical wellbeing as key components of a healthy life. Dr. Xiujun Zhao proudly serves patients across Maryland through LifeStance.
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

4.00

About Dr. Xiujun Zhao

Focus areas

Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Postpartum Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Xiujun Zhao

Dr. Xiujun Zhao provides comprehensive and compassionate psychiatric care to adolescents and adults throughout Maryland. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Zhao helps patients find stability and balance through evidencebased treatment and personalized care. He offers medication management, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation TMS, and individual therapy for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. His approach combines medical expertise with a deep respect for each patientâs life experience, supporting recovery and longterm emotional wellness. Dr. Zhao is especially dedicated to helping individuals who have experienced trauma, grief, or posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD. He integrates biological, psychological, and social perspectives to design individualized treatment plans that address the root causes of distress. By creating a supportive and collaborative environment, Dr. Zhao empowers patients to rebuild confidence, improve daily functioning, and enhance their overall quality of life. In addition to treating mood and anxiety disorders, Dr. Zhao provides specialized support for sleep disorders, postpartum depression and anxiety, and obsessivecompulsive disorder OCD. His expertise in TMS therapy allows him to offer patients an effective, noninvasive option for treatmentresistant depression. Dr. Zhao also works with veterans and military populations, understanding the unique challenges faced by those who serve. Outside of his clinical work with LifeStance Health, Dr. Zhao enjoys playing sports, officiating basketball, and spending quality time with his family. These activities reflect his belief in the importance of balance, connection, and physical wellbeing as key components of a healthy life. Dr. Xiujun Zhao proudly serves patients across Maryland through LifeStance.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Depression
Anxiety disorders

Office location

Dr. Xiujun Zhao, MD also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Maryland
5550 Friendship Blvd, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
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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 - North China Medical College For The Coal Industry, Doctor of Medicine

NPI number

1326205261

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Wait time
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Bedside manner
4.00
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Where is Dr. Xiujun Zhao's office located?

Dr. Xiujun Zhao has 2 office locations in Chevy Chase, view full addresses on Dr. Zhao's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Xiujun Zhao have?

Dr. Xiujun Zhao 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. Xiujun Zhao?

Dr. Xiujun Zhao frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Xiujun Zhao on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Xiujun Zhao speak?

Dr. Xiujun Zhao speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Xiujun Zhao in reviews?

5 patients have reviewed Dr. Xiujun Zhao. The overall rating for this doctor is 4/5. They have a 4/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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