Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in Washington, DC
Dr. Caroline Cregan is a child and adolescent psychiatrist in Washington, DC specializing in the evaluation and treatment of mental health conditions affecting children and teenagers. She works with families across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, helping young patients navigate emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.
Dr. Cregan received her medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. She also earned a Master’s degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where she studied psychology and human development. Her academic work included training in cognitive and achievement testing, which informs her understanding of learning differences and developmental disorders.
She completed her psychiatry residency at Georgetown University Hospital followed by a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Yale Child Study Center, one of the leading programs in child mental health. During her training, Dr. Cregan gained extensive experience evaluating and treating a wide range of childhood psychiatric conditions.
Dr. Cregan treats conditions including:
- ADHD
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Trauma-related conditions
- Behavioral and developmental challenges
She has also been involved in clinical autism research through the Pediatrics and Neuropsychiatry group, contributing to ongoing work in understanding neurodevelopmental disorders.
Dr. Cregan has extensive experience working in multidisciplinary settings. She previously served in a Birth-to-Three early intervention program, supporting young children with developmental delays and behavioral concerns. She also participated in a mobile mental health crisis team in Washington, DC, providing urgent psychiatric support to children and adolescents in the community.
In addition to clinical care, Dr. Cregan provides consultation to schools, including a level 5 school program where she works with students from 1st through 12th grade.
Dr. Cregan’s clinical approach focuses on careful psychiatric evaluation and collaboration with families, therapists, and schools to support healthy emotional and developmental outcomes.