Our Founder’s Story
A vision rooted in empathy, built for transformative healing.
Solace Grove Psychiatry and Behavioral Health was born from a vital observation: while clinical care is common, the path to genuine healing is often left undiscovered.
As a doctorate-prepared psychiatric and family nurse practitioner, I have walked alongside individuals in their quietest struggles, witnessing the profound need for safety, understanding, and hope.
We built Solace Grove to be a sanctuary—a place where you are never rushed, but truly heard, and where every step toward your recovery is guided by expertise and compassion.
Comprehensive, Thoughtful Care Designed Around You
We offer a modern, compassionate approach to psychiatric care, providing intentional evaluations and personalized treatment plans in a sanctuary of healing.
Psychiatric Evaluations
In-Depth Assessments
Our comprehensive evaluations honor your full story, moving beyond symptoms to understand the unique complexities of your experience and mental wellness journey.
Medication Management
Personalized Care
Evidence-based treatment plans tailored specifically to your needs. We partner with you to find the right balance, ensuring your care is intentional and results-driven.
More Than Treatment—A Place to Grow
At Solace Grove, we believe mental wellness should be cultivated, not rushed. Every interaction is designed to help you feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for.
✓ Unhurried, attentive care
✓ Thoughtful, individualized treatment plans
✓ A calm, supportive, judgment-free environment
✓ A provider who listens deeply and partners with you
Our Mission
To provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care that nurtures healing, restores balance, and empowers individuals to live fully and intentionally.
The Patient Experience
A sanctuary where healing is intentional and your care is personal.
From your first appointment, you will notice the difference. This is a space where you are truly seen, your story is heard without judgment, and your concerns are met with evidence-based expertise in a restorative environment.
A Sanctuary for Mental Wellness
From your first appointment, you will notice the difference. This is a space designed for trust, reflection, and meaningful progress.
- You are heard without judgment
- Your concerns are taken seriously
- Your care is collaborative and empowering
A Legacy of Healing
Built on purpose, service, and compassion.
This practice is not simply the result of a doctorate degree or clinical expertise. It is the culmination of years of dedicated service, compassion, and a deep commitment to helping people feel whole.
- Long nights of study
- Years of dedicated service
- Countless moments of compassion
- An unwavering belief that everyone deserves to feel whole
Today, Solace Grove stands as more than a practice. It is a movement toward intentional, compassionate healing—a reminder that even in life’s most difficult seasons, there is always a place where you can pause, breathe, and begin again.
Meet the Provider
Dr. Sydonie Bongam, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C
Psychiatric Evaluations & Medication Management
Dr. Sydonie Bongam is a board-certified nurse practitioner licensed in DC and Virginia, providing expert psychiatric care both in person and via telehealth. Qualified in both primary care and psychiatry, she diagnoses and treats adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients, specializing in conditions such as depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and PTSD. Her holistic approach emphasizes precise diagnoses and collaborative pharmacological management, ensuring active patient involvement in every treatment plan.
Her extensive clinical experience includes service in community mental health, inpatient hospital settings, and primary care. Dr. Bongam earned her baccalaureate degree from Howard University, a master's from Chamberlain University, and a doctorate from the University of Massachusetts Global. Fluent in English and French, she is dedicated to compassionate, accessible care. Outside of her practice, she enjoys reading, writing, cycling, and her love for music and dance.
Connect with Our Care Team
We provide a modern, compassionate approach to psychiatric care. Reach out to begin your journey toward lasting wellness.
VIRTUAL CARE
Available via Secure Telehealth
EMAIL US
care@solacegrovepsych.com