J Andrew Chacko, MD, MSE

I saw Dr. Chacko for one year to help me cope with my anxiety that I picked up while serving in the military. I felt that I hit rock bottom before I went to see him. When I first met him, Dr Chacko allowed me to express myself. I noticed that he was listening carefully the whole time to get to know me. He asked questions to try to pinpoint to the source of my problems, so he can provide the appropriate advise. After the first meeting, I knew that he was caring and really wanted to help me out; I really trusted Dr. Chacko. Therefore, I always looked forward to talk to Dr. Chacko about anything that was bothering me. I felt safe and comfortable in his office. He always had great advise. There were a couple of times where he saw me without an appointment; he said that this was not a problem to see me without notice.
Your well-​being is his number one priority. I was glad that I was referred to Dr Chacko. He helped me realize that I can overcome my issues. One thing I learned is that stress is unavoidable. He taught me how to interpret situations differently so I can feel and respond in a positive way. This is just one example, and he helped me build a large tool box of strategies and techniques to handle things differently. I can say that now I feel significantly better than when I first started seeing. Dr. Chacko is a caring person that you can trust. He loves helping people. Because of him, I feel optimistic!

I’ve been a patient of Dr Chacko for almost two years. I’m also a retired clinical social worker with 20 years experience as a psychotherapist and a clinical director and administrator responsible for overseeing therapists, both as direct hired and contracted, from disciplines ranging from clinical nurse specialists to doctorate level clinical psychologists, to social workers, and other disciplines. I can spot a good therapist pretty quickly and can just as easily identify one who needs more direction and supervision. I’m happy to report that Dr Chacko has consistently provided top quality care. He is quite comfortable to talk to and listens carefully to everything I say. He is genuinely happy when I have progress to report and empathizes appropriately when I’m struggling. He helps me find my own way and avoids judgements or prescribed behavior. He is sensitive to my medication needs such that we have been able to very gradually eliminate one prescription. This had a tremendous positive impact on the quality of my life.
I have no doubt you will be as pleased.