Renovate Mental of Damascus

Renovate Mental of Damascus is a psychiatrist in Damascus, MD. The practice provides virtual psychiatric care through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform, serving adults aged 18 and older throughout Maryland. Services include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, ADHD testing for adults, medical cannabis registration support, and genetic testing using the GeneSight pharmacogenomic panel to analyze how genes may affect medication outcomes. The clinic also offers VA Nexus Letters and Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) for mental health claims. Diagnostic evaluations for new patients typically last about 45 minutes, while follow-up visits are generally 15 minutes. Medication management meetings are scheduled monthly, bi-weekly, or less frequently depending on patient stability. The practice accepts major insurances and emphasizes customized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.

The clinical team includes Lucas Young, MSN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Lucas holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Shepherd University and a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University, and is currently pursuing a doctorate at the University of Florida. With over ten years of experience as a registered nurse, he has worked in acute adult psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, medical/surgical/telemetry nursing, and home health care. His background includes leadership roles as a charge nurse and nurse manager. As a U.S. Army combat veteran, Lucas provides specialized support for the veteran community. The clinic reports having transformed over 500 lives and offers a holistic, multimodal approach to virtual care.

Renovate Mental of Damascus is located at 12410 Milestone Center Dr Suite 600. The practice holds a rating of 5.00 based on 18 reviews, reflecting a solid reputation among the customers it has served. By focusing on transparent, compassionate care and accessible telehealth, Renovate Mental of Damascus addresses the specific needs of adults seeking psychiatric support in the Damascus area.