Dr. Andres Barkil-Oteo: Psychiatrist
Meet Dr. Andres Barkil-Oteo, our esteemed psychiatrist at Washington Interventional Psychiatry. As an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Barkil-Oteo brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our clinic. At Georgetown, he supervises the Mood and Anxiety Consultation Clinic (MACC), which specializes in the evaluation and treatment of complex and hard-to-treat anxiety and mood disorders.
Dr. Barkil-Oteo treats people who are experiencing a range of mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, job burnout, or trauma and are seeking a comprehensive, holistic approach to their well-being. They are open-minded and motivated to explore conventional and complementary therapies to achieve a deeper level of healing. They recognize the importance of addressing their symptoms and the underlying causes and contributing factors, including lifestyle, nutrition, and emotional health. They aim to achieve a balanced, resilient mind, body, and spirit.
Dr. Barkil-Oteo’s impact extends globally through his work with NGOs in conflict zones, providing vital mental health services. He has coordinated mental health responses for refugee crises with Doctors Without Borders (MSF), conducted evaluations and training missions with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). He regularly collaborates with international organizations such as the IMF, World Bank, and UNICEF, advising on staff well-being and mental health policies.
Dr.Barkil-Oteo completed his psychiatry residency at Yale University School of Medicine, pursued further training in public mental health at Columbia University, and honed his skills in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the prestigious Anna Freud Center in London, UK.
Fluent in Spanish and Arabic, Dr. Barkil-Oteo is licensed in DC, MD, VA, NY, CT, and FL. He is eady to serve diverse communities with compassion and excellence.
