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Meet Our Expert Mental Health Team at Next Step Psychiatry

At Next Step Psychiatry, we are proud to have a team of highly skilled and compassionate mental health professionals dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care. Our providers are here to support you on your journey to better mental health, offering a range of services to meet your unique needs. Learn more about our experienced team below.

Meet Our Expert Providers

Our experienced team of psychiatric providers is dedicated to delivering compassionate, comprehensive mental health care to the Lilburn community.

Khadeja Chowdhury, PA-C

Khadeja Chowdhury

PA-C, Board-Certified Physician Assistant

Ages 5+ 8+ Years Experience XDEA Certified

A dedicated Board-Certified Physician Assistant with over 8 years of psychiatric experience, specializing in comprehensive mental healthcare for diverse patient populations, from children to the elderly, in both acute and outpatient settings.

Comprehensive Care Expertise

Skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, schizophrenia, and neurocognitive conditions. Experienced in both acute crisis intervention and long-term care management.

Family-Centered Approach

Creates a supportive and therapeutic environment through individual and family-centered care, helping patients manage chronic conditions, develop coping skills, and improve their quality of life. Specializes in working with diverse age groups and complex cases.

Holistic Treatment Philosophy

Understands the vital connection between mental and physical health, providing holistic care that addresses both psychiatric concerns and overall well-being. Committed to making mental health care accessible, compassionate, and individually tailored.

Leadership in Mental Health

Serves as a mentor and preceptor for PA students, contributing to the development of future healthcare professionals. Experienced in working with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for complex cases.

Areas of Expertise

Crisis Intervention
Child & Adolescent Care
Family-Centered Therapy
Substance Use Treatment
Suboxone Treatment
Neurocognitive Care
Complex Case Management
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Developmental Disabilities
Emergency Psychiatry
Geriatric Care
Fathima Chowdhury, PA-C

Fathima Chowdhury

PA-C, Board-Certified Physician Assistant

Georgia State University MCPHS University 12+ Years Experience

A highly skilled, board-certified Physician Assistant with over 12 years of diverse clinical experience across multiple medical specialties, including urgent care, pain management, family medicine, emergency medicine, and addiction medicine.

Comprehensive Psychiatric Care

Certified to evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide array of psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, Major Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, OCD, PTSD, and Substance Use Disorder. Trained in addiction management with authorization to prescribe buprenorphine (Suboxone) for opioid addiction treatment.

Advanced Treatment Options

Experienced in cutting-edge therapies including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and SPRAVATO™ (Esketamine) for treatment-resistant depression, providing patients access to innovative treatments for optimal care outcomes.

Patient-Centered Approach

A strong advocate for mental health who approaches each patient with compassion and understanding. Committed to providing evidence-based, individualized care that empowers patients to achieve long-term wellness and an improved quality of life.

Treatment Specialties

Addiction Medicine
ADHD Treatment
Depression Therapy
Anxiety Disorders
Eating Disorders
OCD Treatment
PTSD Treatment
Substance Use Disorder
Suboxone Treatment
TMS Therapy
SPRAVATO™ Treatment
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Stress Management

WHAT WE OFFER

PSYCHIATRIC  EVALUATIONS

PSYCHIATRIC EVALUATIONS

Expert psychiatric evaluations in Lilburn. Thorough mental health assessments, accurate diagnosis & treatment planning.

SPRAVATO

SPRAVATO

FDA-approved Spravato treatment for depression in Lilburn. Certified provider, insurance accepted. Learn about this breakthrough treatment option.

INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRY

INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRY

Combining traditional & alternative approaches for optimal mental health. Personalized integrative psychiatric care in Lilburn.

TELEMEDICINE

TELEMEDICINE

Convenient telepsychiatry services from licensed professionals. Secure virtual appointments, same quality care.

OPIATE ADDICTION

ADDICTION SERVICES

Confidential Suboxone treatment for opioid addiction. Comprehensive recovery support in Lilburn. Start your recovery journey today.

INSURANCES WE ACCEPT

INSURANCES WE ACCEPT

We accept major insurance plans including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna & more. Flexible payment options available. Verify your insurance coverage today.

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Whether you have questions or need more information about our services, we're here to help. Reach out today for support or appointment inquiries