Meet the Team

Meet our dedicated and compassionate team that believes in the power of personalized and result-oriented treatment for mental health conditions. 

At Agentic Mental Health, our team of highly skilled professionals brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to building strong therapeutic relationships with every patient. 

David V. Hamilton, MD

Dr. David Hamilton is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience treating complex mental health conditions, particularly treatment-resistant depression and bipolar disorder.

He is a board-certified psychiatrist with a strong track record in clinical research, particularly in treatment-resistant depression. His expertise extends to specialized training in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), genomic analysis, neuroimaging, and neuropsychological testing. 

Dr. Hamilton's numerous publications and presentations highlight his commitment to advancing psychiatric knowledge and improving patient care.

Education

  • Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship, University of Virginia 2010
  • Psychiatry Residency Training, University of Virginia 2009
  • Doctor of Medicine, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine 2005
  • Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Certificate, Goucher College, Towson, Maryland 1998
  • Master of Arts in Philosophy, Doctoral Program University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa 1997
  • Bachelor of Arts Degree, St. John’s College, Annapolis, Maryland 1994

Licensures & Certifications

  • Diplomate, Forensic Psychiatry, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Diplomate, Psychiatry, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Virginia Medical License, unrestricted
  • Illinois Medical License (inactive)
  • DEA, unrestricted

Sam Howard, PMHNP-BC

Sam Howard is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and a valued member of our team at Agentic Mental Health. He is known for his patient-centered approach. 

Drawing from his extensive experience in emergency and critical care nursing, Sam excels in rapid assessment and crisis stabilization. His specialized training in forensic nursing gives him a unique insight into trauma and its impact on mental health.

While Sam includes medication management when necessary, his primary focus is on empowering patients through psychotherapy, diet, exercise, and mindfulness.

This whole-person approach helps to achieve wellness while providing the opportunity to learn skills to live a healthy and fulfilling life. Sam is an LGBTQ+ individual who values equity and equal representation in society.

Education

  • Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Walden University 2022
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, James Madison University 2008 

Licensures and Certifications

  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Commonwealth of Virginia - Board of Nursing 
  • Registered Nurse, Commonwealth of Virginia - Board of Nursing 
  • PMHNP-BC, American Nurses Credentialing Center

Daniel L. Koz, LPC

Daniel Louis Koz is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a background in crisis intervention and community-based support. His collaborative approach emphasizes building strong therapeutic relationships and empowering patients to achieve their goals.

Daniel strives to help people overcome seemingly impossible patterns and situations through a process of healing that includes trying new behaviors and having new experiences. 

He helps his patients through recovery from trauma and emotional states that seem hopeless and intractable. Daniel uses a psychodynamic approach, incorporating elements of CBT, DBT, ACT, behavior modification, and an existential perspective to help patients create new narratives and find meaning in their lives.

Daniel spent 3.5 years as an emergency services clinician, providing services to people experiencing mental health crises. His extensive experience in emergency services has equipped him with the skills to provide crisis support and short-term therapeutic interventions. 

Education

  • Masters of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, College of William & Mary, School of Education, Williamsburg, Virginia 2021
  • Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Psychology, College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia 2018
  • Licensed Professional Counselor – Virginia Board of Couneling

Contact Us

At Agentic Mental Health, our skilled team is dedicated to supporting your mental health and helping you regain control of your life and happiness. 

To book a consultation with our providers, call us at 434-284-5980 or schedule an appointment online.

1200 Five Springs Road, Suite 201
Charlottesville, VA 22902

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