Mt. Washington Psych Associates is now Bright Start Health. Same trusted care, new name.

Meet Our Team

A dedicated group of compassionate clinicians committed to helping every child thrive.

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Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Isaac Friedman, Psy.D.

Isaac is a licensed psychologist in Maryland with extensive training and experience in psychological assessment and treatment. He has worked with diverse populations, including mentally ill adults, youth with severe emotional disturbance, and children exposed to abuse and neglect. Dr. Friedman specializes in comprehensive and psychoeducational evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults, and is certified in Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). He is fluent in ASL and approaches his work with a holistic and data-driven approach to assessment and treatment planning.

Psychoeducational EvaluationsTrauma-Focused CBTCFTSI CertifiedFluent in ASL
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Registered Psychology Associate & Nationally Certified School Psychologist

Colleen Andersen, MA, CAS

Colleen is a Registered Psychology Associate and Nationally Certified School Psychologist with 13 years of experience. She specializes in comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations, providing personalized insights and practical recommendations to address learning disabilities, ADHD, and emotional disorders. Colleen empowers parents by helping them navigate the Special Education process and advocates for effective support. With a strong background in school psychology, Colleen works with students, educators, and families to address a wide range of learning and mental health challenges.

Psychoeducational EvaluationsADHD AssessmentsLearning DisabilitiesSpecial Education Advocacy
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Intake Coordinator

Dia Ward

As an experienced Intake Coordinator with a strong background in psychotherapy, Dia specializes in managing the intake process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for clients and patients. With 3 years of experience, Dia is skilled in coordinating initial assessments, gathering essential information, and facilitating communication between clients and service providers.

Intake CoordinationClient CommunicationAssessment Facilitation
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Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Ezra Feldman, Psy.D.

Dr. Feldman is a licensed psychologist dedicated to providing comprehensive psychological evaluations for children and adolescents. He brings a warm, evidence-based approach to every assessment, helping families gain clarity and actionable guidance for their child's unique needs.

Psychological EvaluationsChild & Adolescent AssessmentBehavioral ConcernsDevelopmental Evaluations

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