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Lisa Poirier, PMHNP
UVA Health Behavioral Health Manassas
(22 Reviews)
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8644 Sudley Road Suite 315 Manassas, VA 20110
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(22 Reviews)
Service
3.5 star average for Service
Environment
4.5 star average for Environment
Expertise
4 star average for Expertise
Staff
4.5 star average for Staff
Recommended
3.5 star average for Recommended
Value
3 star average for Value
Dr. Carmosky is extremely professional, diligent and empathetic. She is the best psychiatrist I have ever seen, and definitely the best in the area. I have suffered from depression and anxiety for several years and she is the first doctor who was able to treat me - because she really took the time to understand what was going on both in my head and in my body. I highly recommend her whether it's your first time or you just need medication management.
by AS xxx.xxx.58.35
November 27, 2020
I had been seeing Dr. Carmosky for a couple of months for postpartum depression, anxiety and paranoia. At first she seemed like a decent psychiatrist but the last couple of appointments, specially the last appointment, she was extremely unprofessional, confrontational, rude, and arrogant. She seems to think that I have a sleeping disorder which I totally disagree. Additionally, she seems to think I have some mental disorder but she can't figure it out which I totally disagree with her. When I had told her that I disagree with her, she became upset with me. It was like how dare I give her my opinion! She's the doctor, not me. I had been feeling awful the last two weeks before my last appointment with her and I had informed her of that. She had upped my anti-depressant which worked great for about three weeks but after that, I started feeling lousy. I never got the chance to ask her if maybe it was the medication. That maybe she needed to tweak it or try another medication as my body may not be responding to this particular medication. Because she couldn't figure out what was going on with me, she wanted to put me in partial hospitalization which I totally disagreed with her and this upset her. She basically told me that if I don't go to the partial hospitalization then our doctor/patient relationship is terminated. She was extremely rude about it and spoke to me a condescending manner like I was a child. I told her that I didn't feel that is the solution and she never even took in consideration with my condition that I could easily freak out being away from my family. My family is extremely supportive of me with my condition. I need to be around my family, not a mental hospital. She kept telling me that she's the doctor and I am aware of that and understand that, but I have a right to disagree with her. She should be very supportive of me and concerned and she seemed more irritated with me. When I had told her that I hadn't felt well for the past two weeks with my depression, anxiety, etc., her response was, "well, you were feeling good before that!" Almost like how dare I not feel good now!! One of the medications she prescribed to me has been making me super tired and I had mentioned this to her and she didn't even respond to me or seemed concerned about this. She has no compassion for her patients and she's judgmental. I am in the process of finding a new psychiatrist that has compassion and is very supportive of me and allows me to have an opinion regarding my treatment. Anybody out there who is thinking of seeing her, please do not. Stay away from this psychiatrist!! I don't think she knows what she is doing and that is extremely scary.
by Michelle xxx.xxx.160.41
June 30, 2017
Ican't believe I was sent to this doctor who is the extreme opposite of Dr. Robertson who was a great psychiatrist. I found out later from other doctors and therapists that she has a very negative reputation. That is also obvious online. She does more damage than good to sensitive patients in crisis. Why is she still practicing? Why does Novant keep her? This just makes me leery of Novant too. She does not listen to the patient at all. She thinks she knows everything and does not even check the real FACTS first. She is rude and extremely condescending. She should be a max security prison guard instead of a psychiatrist, although prisoners certainly deserve better treatment too. Highly disappointed and traumatized by her. I was only consoled when other professionals told me she treated countless other patients badly too and it was her issue not mine, and not to take it personally. Avoid her at all costs if you care about your mental health. She does not. She is all about herself.
by Mamaofcubs xxx.xxx.43.36
August 27, 2016
Worst experience of my life. Tape record all sessions, then get a good malpractice lawyer
by wed xxx.xxx.97.28
February 11, 2016
Obviously the Hippocrates oath mean nothing to her. Do no harm? She is harmful, hurtful and dangerous.
by Me xxx.xxx.15.201
June 28, 2015
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
Some were answered
Would you recommend this mental health practitioner to others?
No
Were the waiting room chairs comfortable at this provider's office?
Yes
Are you going to visit this provider again?
No
How would you compare this provider to others in his/her field that you have visited?
Not good
by Down East Diva xxx.xxx.246.106
April 04, 2014
Does this psychiatrist offer flexible appointment times?
Absolutely! I never have a problem!
Did this psychiatrist leave you unattended for an extended period of time?
Not at all! The provider was always present and attentive
Did this psychiatrist investigate your medical background before recommending a treatment option?
Definitely! They did a thorough investigation to make sure I'd get the best treatment
Did this provider use excessive foul language?
Not at all! They are always respectful and courteous!
Was this psychiatrist's staff friendly?
Yes, they went above and beyond
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.145.5
June 14, 2013
Very substandard, and completely unprofessional.

I went elsewhere and found her diagnosis to be completely wrong. My new Psychiatrist, on day 1, ran blood work, and a brain scan to rule out anything physical like a tumor.
Turns out it was a thyroid issue that my reg Family Doctor could treat. Carmosky was beyond arrogant, argumentative, and refused to consider another opinion. In fact when I requested a 2nd opinion, she refused, and forbid me to even see another DR within her practice.
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.25.87
June 04, 2013
Did this provider rush your appointment?
Yes, I barely had any time to ask questions
Did this provider seem well-trained and experienced?
Absolutely, they were an expert!
Was this provider sympathetic to your situation?
No, they didn't show any sympathy or concern
Does this provider welcome questions?
Not really. I felt like an annoyance when I asked a question
Are you going to visit this provider again?
If I need to, I'll return
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.67.221
May 15, 2013
Were you able to get answers to simple questions from this provider without scheduling an appointment?
No, this provider rarely answers questions over the phone
Did this psychiatrist ever condone negative behavior?
Not at all. They discouraged negative behaviors and suggested helpful solutions
Does this psychiatrist give unbiased advice?
Yes
Was this provider sympathetic to your situation?
Yes, they were sympathetic and caring
Was this psychiatrist friendly?
Very! The most welcoming office I've visited!
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.111.254
April 24, 2013
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8644 Sudley Road Suite 315, Manassas, VA 20110