What we treat

Autism

Medication Management: What to Expect

Welcome to our medication management service, an essential part of our commitment to ensuring the best possible care for our patients. Here’s a guide to what you can anticipate:

At Mind Align Psychiatry, we recognize that Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) encompass a wide range of neurological conditions that affect social and communication skills, as well as behavior.

Autism can vary greatly from person to person, presenting in different forms and intensities. For example, one individual might have significant communication challenges and repetitive behaviors, while another might struggle with conversational give-and-take or have intense interests in specific topics. This diversity within the spectrum means that treatment must be tailored to each person's unique strengths and needs.

Individuals with Autism often perceive and interact with the world in unique ways. They might have a heightened interest in sensory aspects of their environment, prefer consistent routines, or have specific play and socialization preferences. Their interests in certain topics can be deep and focused, sometimes leading them to become experts in those areas. The severity of Autism varies: severe cases may involve challenges with daily self-care and limited communication, while milder forms might include difficulties in understanding figures of speech or maintaining focus.

It's important to note that with the right support, individuals with Autism can learn flexibility, explore new interests, and communicate more effectively. Respecting each person's abilities, strengths, and individuality is crucial.

We offer comprehensive Autism Assessment Services. 

This process involves a full developmental interview, standardized autism assessments such as the Gilliam Autism Rating Scale (GARS), and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS). Our goal is to provide a thorough understanding of each individual's unique profile of strengths and challenges.

Post-assessment, we compile a comprehensive report and, if needed, offer recommendations for follow-up services. In treating Autism, we also consider co-occurring psychiatric conditions and offer a range of therapies, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). ABA is particularly effective for developing communication, social, play, and coping skills, and involves creating a treatment plan based on a functional assessment of behaviors and strengths.

At Mind Align Psychiatry, under the leadership of Dr. David Danish, we are committed to providing individualized, respectful, and evidence-based care for those with Autism Spectrum Disorders, enhancing their abilities and quality of life.

Your monthly subscription ensures continuous, seamless care. Our goal is to make medication management efficient, educative, and empowering, giving you the peace of mind you deserve.

Provider Spotlight

Dr. David Danish, MD

Dr. Danish is a psychiatrist known for his expertise in treating treatment-resistant depression. He integrates both on-label and off-label medications, supplements, and holistic approaches, offering a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan for each patient. His innovative and research backed strategies provide hope and relief to those struggling with complex depressive disorders.

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Dr. David Danish, MD
Owner, Psychiatrist

Dr. Danish graduated from Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio, and then from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio in 2007, where he earned the Mastin Scholarship for outstanding academic achievement. He came to Philadelphia for his adult psychiatry residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a two-year fellowship in child & adolescent psychiatry at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He is board certified in both adult psychiatry and child/adolescent psychiatry.During his 15 years of experience in psychiatry, he has treated patients of all ages (from preschool to geriatric) and various backgrounds. He is experienced in treating mood, anxiety, neurodevelopmental, executive function, and psychotic disorders.

After working for over a decade in both emergency room and inpatient settings, gaining experience with the more acute presentations of these disorders, he went on to develop and grow a multi-disciplinary center for psychiatric disorders-- Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, located in the suburbs west of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

At this practice he leads a team of practitioners, nurse practitioners and therapists, treating hundreds of patients with conditions across the psychiatric spectrum. Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry employs cutting edge treatment, including the most up to date and research-backed psychopharmacology, neurofeedback, biofeedback, EMDR, and altered mind state for treatment resistant depression (TRD), and soon will provide Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for TRD and altered mind state assisted therapy for depression & PTSD.

In addition to his role as a clinical lead, he is excited and honored to have been accepted as a member of the team at Behavidence. Behavidence offers a phone-based technology that employs digital phenotyping and a machine-learning algorithm to evaluate onset, progression, and relapse of mental health conditions. At Behavidence he will help direct research, product design, and patient and practitioner outreach and education. This new approach could offer a significant advance in how various conditions are screened for, diagnosed, and monitored in the field of psychiatry.

Meet our team

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
Dietitians
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Dr. David Danish, MD
Owner, Psychiatrist
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Dr. David Danish, MD
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Joseph Gagnon Jr., CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Joseph Gagnon Jr., CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Kellie Booth, CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Kellie Booth, CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
John Guardiani, MA, LPC
Vice President & Licensed Therapist
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John Guardiani, MA, LPC
Vice President & Licensed Therapist
Kristen Ott, MA, LMFT
Clinical Supervisor of Outpatient Services & Therapist
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Kristen Ott, MA, LMFT
Clinical Supervisor of Outpatient Services & Therapist
Marni Mackey, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian
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Marni Mackey, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian
Mark Agnew, MS
Licensed Therapist
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Mark Agnew, MS
Licensed Therapist
Dominic D'Angelo, MA, LPC
Licensed Therapist , Coach
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Dominic D'Angelo, MA, LPC
Licensed Therapist , Coach
Alexa Gavrilov, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
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Alexa Gavrilov, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
Tracy Sciulli, MS, Doctoral Candidate,LPC, RYT-200
Licensed Therapist
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Tracy Sciulli, MS, Doctoral Candidate,LPC, RYT-200
Licensed Therapist
Dr. Lauren Bartholomew, Psy.D
Licensed Therapist
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Dr. Lauren Bartholomew, Psy.D
Licensed Therapist
David R. Feeney, MA, Ed.D., LBS
Licensed Therapist , Coach
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David R. Feeney, MA, Ed.D., LBS
Licensed Therapist , Coach
Justin Bwint, MA, BCB
Licensed Therapist
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Justin Bwint, MA, BCB
Licensed Therapist
Alex Brogan, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
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Alex Brogan, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
Kianna Morgan, MSW, LSW
Licensed Therapist
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Kianna Morgan, MSW, LSW
Licensed Therapist
Justin Vespasiani
Behavior Technician , Coach , Admin Support
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Justin Vespasiani
Behavior Technician , Coach , Admin Support
Rebecca Lichtenstein
Behavior Technician
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Rebecca Lichtenstein
Behavior Technician
Kevin Keane CRNP, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Kevin Keane CRNP, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Juan Montoya
Behavior Technician , Admin Support
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Juan Montoya
Behavior Technician , Admin Support
Sophia Gant, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
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Sophia Gant, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
Alane Degli Esposti, MSS, LSW
Licensed Therapist
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Alane Degli Esposti, MSS, LSW
Licensed Therapist
Stephanie Dunn
Behavior Technician
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Stephanie Dunn
Behavior Technician
Jahlia Smallwood
Behavior Technician
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Jahlia Smallwood
Behavior Technician
Dr. David Danish, MD
Owner, Psychiatrist
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Dr. David Danish, MD
Owner, Psychiatrist
Joseph Gagnon Jr., CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Joseph Gagnon Jr., CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Kellie Booth, CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Kellie Booth, CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Kevin Keane CRNP, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Kevin Keane CRNP, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Marni Mackey, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian
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Marni Mackey, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian
John Guardiani, MA, LPC
Vice President & Licensed Therapist
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John Guardiani, MA, LPC
Vice President & Licensed Therapist
Kristen Ott, MA, LMFT
Clinical Supervisor of Outpatient Services & Therapist
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Kristen Ott, MA, LMFT
Clinical Supervisor of Outpatient Services & Therapist
Mark Agnew, MS
Licensed Therapist
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Mark Agnew, MS
Licensed Therapist
Dominic D'Angelo, MA, LPC
Licensed Therapist , Coach
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Dominic D'Angelo, MA, LPC
Licensed Therapist , Coach
Alexa Gavrilov, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
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Alexa Gavrilov, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
Tracy Sciulli, MS, Doctoral Candidate,LPC, RYT-200
Licensed Therapist
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Tracy Sciulli, MS, Doctoral Candidate,LPC, RYT-200
Licensed Therapist
Dr. Lauren Bartholomew, Psy.D
Licensed Therapist
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Dr. Lauren Bartholomew, Psy.D
Licensed Therapist
David R. Feeney, MA, Ed.D., LBS
Licensed Therapist , Coach
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David R. Feeney, MA, Ed.D., LBS
Licensed Therapist , Coach
Justin Bwint, MA, BCB
Licensed Therapist
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Justin Bwint, MA, BCB
Licensed Therapist
Alex Brogan, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
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Alex Brogan, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
Kianna Morgan, MSW, LSW
Licensed Therapist
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Kianna Morgan, MSW, LSW
Licensed Therapist
Sophia Gant, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
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Sophia Gant, LCSW
Licensed Therapist
Alane Degli Esposti, MSS, LSW
Licensed Therapist
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Alane Degli Esposti, MSS, LSW
Licensed Therapist
Justin Vespasiani
Behavior Technician , Coach , Admin Support
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Justin Vespasiani
Behavior Technician , Coach , Admin Support
Rebecca Lichtenstein
Behavior Technician
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Rebecca Lichtenstein
Behavior Technician
Juan Montoya
Behavior Technician , Admin Support
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Juan Montoya
Behavior Technician , Admin Support
Stephanie Dunn
Behavior Technician
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Stephanie Dunn
Behavior Technician
Jahlia Smallwood
Behavior Technician
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Jahlia Smallwood
Behavior Technician
Dominic D'Angelo, MA, LPC
Licensed Therapist , Coach
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Dominic D'Angelo, MA, LPC
Licensed Therapist , Coach
David R. Feeney, MA, Ed.D., LBS
Licensed Therapist , Coach
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David R. Feeney, MA, Ed.D., LBS
Licensed Therapist , Coach
Justin Vespasiani
Behavior Technician , Coach , Admin Support
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Justin Vespasiani
Behavior Technician , Coach , Admin Support
Justin Vespasiani
Behavior Technician , Coach , Admin Support
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Justin Vespasiani
Behavior Technician , Coach , Admin Support
Juan Montoya
Behavior Technician , Admin Support
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Juan Montoya
Behavior Technician , Admin Support
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