Maria Lourdes Castineira Garcia, MD

Staff Psychiatrist
Languages
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Specialties
Medication Management

Education and training

  • Facultad de Medicina y Odontologia( Santiago De Compostela) Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • Institute Pedro Kouri Master of Health Science (MHS)
  • University of Maryland Medical School (Fellowship)
  • Medical College of Virginia (Residency)

Get to know

Maria Lourdes Castineira Garcia, MD

Dr. Castineira Garcia is a highly experienced, board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult and addiction psychiatry, with nearly 20 years of clinical experience in both English and Spanish. Originally from Galicia, Spain, she earned her medical degree from the Facultad de Medicina y Odontología in Santiago de Compostela. After several years as a primary care physician in her home region, she moved to the United States, where she was able to pursue her true passion: psychiatry.

Dr. Castineira Garcia has provided high-quality care to culturally diverse communities, working in public sector, non-profit, and for-profit organizations. She has extensive experience helping patients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and various other mental health conditions.


Taking a personalized approach to treatment, Dr. Castineira Garcia considers the unique psychology, biology, and lifestyle of each individual when determining the best course of action. Her practice focuses on medication management in conjunction with supportive therapy, conducting follow-up visits in 30-minute increments. She believes that the most successful treatments integrate physical health, therapy, mindfulness, and medication—when necessary—to provide the most effective solutions for her If you are looking for a compassionate and experienced psychiatrist who is fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Castineira Garcia is an excellent choice for those seeking to improve their mental health patients.

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