Behavioral Issues

Patricia McDade, DNP, CPNP, is a pediatric nurse practitioner with over 26 years of experience providing comprehensive care to children and families. She has specialized training in pediatric mental and behavioral health and is dedicated to improving access to high-quality mental health services for children and adolescents.

Dr. McDade earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of New Hampshire, her Master of Science in Nursing from the Catholic University of America, and her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Georgetown University. She serves as a faculty member
and the Advanced Practice Provider Lead for the Virginia Mental Access Program (VMAP), supporting clinicians statewide through education and consultation.

Clinically, she is certified in the Screening Tool for Autism in Toddlers (STAT) and the Childhood Autism Rating Scale, Second Edition (CARS-2), with extensive experience in the evaluation and management of autism spectrum disorders. Her practice also focuses on the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of common pediatric mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and ADHD.

Dr. McDade is an accredited Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) practitioner, providing evidence-based support to parents managing behavioral challenges. She also serves as theclinical lead for a multi-practice SBIRT initiative in Virginia, helping identify adolescents at risk for substance use and training clinicians in early intervention.

Trish McDade is committed to collaborative, patient-centered care and advancing the integration of behavioral health into pediatric practice, and she looks forward to working with you and your child at Trusted Behavioral Health.

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Meet our Trusted Behavioral Health Partners

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Trish Mcdade, DNP, CPNP

Do you have concerns of your child's behavior? Are you looking for Behavioral Health tips and parental support while managing behavioral challanges?

Dannah Pritchard, LCSW

Dannah Pritchard is a Licensed Clinical Social worker and a graduate of George Mason University. She is dedicated to supporting adolescents and young adults as they navigate the complexities of life.

She has experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, self-esteem challenges, interpersonal and family stress, and life transitions. Her integrative therapeutic approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), allowing her to tailor sessions to each client’s unique needs.


Dannah is committed to creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves and explore their experiences openly. She takes a person-centered approach, meeting individuals where they are and honoring their pace and goals. Through empathy, connection, and collaboration, she strives to help clients feel empowered, capable, and supported in creating positive change in their lives.