About Me

I’m Dr. Emily Aron, a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist dedicated to helping children and families build a strong foundation for mental health. Most of my patients call me, “Dr. Emily.”

After graduating from Georgetown School of Medicine, I trained in psychiatry at Mt. Sinai and completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at NYU. Since then, I’ve devoted my career to supporting patients across the lifespan—work that remains deeply rewarding.

Currently, I serve as an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. There, I balance clinical work, teaching, and mentoring with developing innovative approaches to meet the growing mental health needs of our community. I am also Medical Director of an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Clinic, where I partner with parents to promote emotional wellbeing right from the start.

In my clinical practice, I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and disruptive behaviors. My approach is holistic and flexible—drawing on evidence-based, science-backed therapy, parent guidance, and lifestyle strategies, and using medications when they are the right fit.

At the heart of my work is a belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive, and that with the right support, families can navigate challenges and grow stronger together.