Psychiatric & Mental Health Services

Northstar Behavioral
Health Group, LLC

Shawn A. Dwight, DNP, PMHNP-BC · Towson, Maryland

Expert psychiatric evaluation and individualized medication management — delivered with compassion, precision, and genuine partnership in your care.

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About the Practice

Where Expertise Meets Compassion

Northstar Behavioral Health Group, LLC is a private psychiatric practice serving adults throughout the greater Baltimore area. The practice was founded on the belief that exceptional psychiatric care requires both clinical rigor and genuine human connection.

Every individual comes with a unique story, biology, and set of challenges. Care at Northstar begins with listening — taking the time to thoroughly understand you before developing a personalized, evidence-based treatment plan.

With doctoral-level training and board certification in psychiatric mental health nursing, Dr. Dwight brings a nuanced, whole-person perspective to every evaluation and follow-up appointment.

Shawn A. Dwight

DNP, PMHNP-BC

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
ANCC Certified — highest national standard
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
Evidence-based medication management
Licensed in the State of Maryland

What We Offer

Specialized Psychiatric Services

Northstar offers focused, high-quality psychiatric services designed to help you achieve and maintain mental wellness.

Psychiatric Evaluation

A comprehensive initial evaluation covering mental health history, current symptoms, medications, and goals — establishing the foundation for individualized care.

Medication Management

Careful, ongoing monitoring and adjustment of psychiatric medications to maximize therapeutic benefit, minimize side effects, and adapt as your needs evolve.

Follow-Up & Care Coordination

Regular follow-up visits with thoughtful coordination alongside your primary care physician, therapist, and other members of your care team.

Areas of Focus

Conditions Treated

Northstar provides expert evaluation and medication management for a wide range of psychiatric conditions. If you don't see your concern listed, please reach out — we're happy to discuss whether we may be able to help.

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Depression & Major Depressive Disorder

Anxiety Disorders & Panic Disorder

Bipolar Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

ADHD — Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Schizophrenia & Psychotic Disorders

Insomnia & Sleep-Related Conditions

Our Philosophy

The Northstar Approach

Psychiatric care at Northstar is guided by three core principles that shape every patient interaction.

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Evidence-Based Practice

Every treatment recommendation is grounded in current psychiatric research and clinical guidelines, ensuring you receive care that reflects the best available medical evidence.

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Shared Decision-Making

You are an equal partner in your care. Your values, preferences, and goals are central to every clinical decision — not an afterthought.

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Whole-Person Perspective

Mental health exists within the full context of your life. Biological, psychological, and social dimensions are all considered when developing your treatment plan.

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