WHO WE ARE

Compassionate care, built around you

Atara Health was founded on a simple principle: mental health care works best as an ongoing relationship, not a series of disconnected visits. Norm and Mary limit how many patients they take on, not to be exclusive, but so that every patient gets the continuity and attention that leads to real, lasting progress.

Atara Health Solutions > Who We Are > Vision & Approach

We’re based in Fairfax and proudly serve patients throughout Northern Virginia and the greater DC Metro area, both in person and via telehealth. Your treatment plan evolves with you over time, rather than being reset at every visit or handed off to someone new.

Why we choose private pay

We have made a deliberate decision not to bill insurance, and this is not about cost. It is about ensuring quality, individualized care. Insurance companies often dictate session length, visit frequency, and which diagnoses qualify for treatment. We believe those decisions belong between you and your provider. By choosing private pay, your care plan reflects your actual needs rather than what a claims adjuster is willing to approve, and your provider’s time is spent on your treatment rather than administrative paperwork.

Our Mission

To provide thoughtful, individualized behavioral health care for adolescents, young adults, and adults, combining psychotherapy and medication management to support lasting well-being for every patient we serve.

Benefits of ADHD Support

Accurate diagnosis with expert evaluation for your unique symptoms
Tailored treatment plans to manage ADHD effectively
Ongoing support to help navigate challenges and adjust care
Improved daily functioning with strategies to enhance focus and organization

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Benefits of Behavioral Health

Improved emotional well-being & reduced symptoms
Customized treatment & support
Enhanced coping skills & strategies for daily life
Better relationships & interpersonal skills
Increased quality of life & satisfaction

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Benefits of Medication Management

Optimized efficacy through tailored dosing
Reduced side effects with monitoring & adjustments
Improved adherence with guidance & support
Enhanced overall well-being thru managing symptoms

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MEET OUR TEAM

Norm Jacobowitz, APRN

HE/HIM | CARING FOR PATIENTS AGES 18-64

Specializing in Medication Management, ADHD Assessment, and Treatment Support

Norm graduated from Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama, in 1992. While working in the IT industry, he volunteered as a suicide hotline telephone worker for a year. Finding the work both rewarding and much in need, he took a massive pay cut to work in a psychiatric hospital, caring for the most vulnerable and gravely ill patients. He attended nursing school during this time, and upon graduation became a…MORE

Mary Fisher, APRN

SHE/HER | CARING FOR PATIENTS AGES 10+

Specializing in Behavioral Healthcare, Psychotherapy, ADHD Support

Mary brings 30 years of nursing experience to her work with children, adolescents, and young adults throughout Northern Virginia. She is a Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist and Family Nurse Practitioner, holding a BSN from Radford University and a master’s degree in nursing from the University of Virginia. .MORE

REVIEWS FROM REAL PATIENTS

    
 
 
       
   Kelly Dalton 
 June 18, 2026
 
 
  I've used this practice for years and Norm has truly changed my life! After years of treating me, he also referred me to a psychotherapist who matches with me perfectly!
  
 
      
   Monica C 
 June 4, 2026
 
 
  Norm is compassionate, professional, and dedicated to his patients. I appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with him and would not hesitate to recommend him.
  
 
      
   Heather Mousa 
 October 10, 2025
 
 
  I’ve been seeing Norm as my primary mental health provider for over ten years, and I honestly don’t think any review could do him justice. He’s exceptionally thorough, compassionate, and professional.

He tracks my progress closely, remembers every detail, and always follows up — even on things I forget. He listens, takes my feedback seriously, and never dismisses even the smallest concern.

What I appreciate most is how dedicated he is to staying current — always learning, keeping up with new research and medications, and seeking healthier, more effective solutions.

Finding a provider who combines genuine empathy with deep knowledge and consistency is rare. I’m so grateful for his care and can’t recommend him highly enough.
  
 
      
   Mahawa Mansaray 
 December 18, 2024
 
 
  Mr Norman is a wonderful and caring man, I went to him about a year ago with so many years of untreated mental health issues not only I feel safe talking to him he's able to get me where I am today and I am so grateful for him. It's still a on going healing and he's on right track. Thank you Mr Norman
  
 
      
   Caitlin Davis 
 December 6, 2023
 
 
  This is by far the best experience I’ve had with a mental health professional, he is dedicated, trustworthy and very intelligent. You know he cares about your health and progress above all else, could not recommend more!
  
 
      
   Smita Chand 
 October 26, 2023
 
 
  Hi, as a South Asian, it is a very big deal for me to post publicly about something related to my mental health, but that is exactly why I want to. We all have very real struggles and support and care which is exactly what I have received from Norm. He helped me uncover a diagnosis that provided me so much insight and healing into something I have struggled with my whole life. Norm is incredibly intelligent, compassionate, kind, and caring. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking support of a psychiatrist beyond the 5 to 10 minutes in an appointment otherwise.
  
 
      
   Michael Spencer 
 May 2, 2023
 
 
  Norman is highly personable and makes you feel comfortable right off the bat. I think that is important for therapy. The same goes for the staff. Highly recommend!
  
 
      
   Jordan Baylor 
 March 27, 2023
 
 
  I have been receiving quality care from Norman since 2019, during this period my health and wellbeing have always been placed at the forefront. I cannot stress enough how grateful I am to Norman for the exceptional level of care I have received. I highly recommend Norman Jacobowitz if you are looking for the best care possible.
  
 
      
   laura cole 
 December 15, 2022
 
 
  I've been seeing Norm for a little over a year and he's been great - he's helpful, supportive, and (most importantly) he's really comfortable to talk to. I've had providers in the past that I dreaded appointments with, but I actually look forward to talking to Norm. He's knowledgeable about different medications and types of treatment, but he isn't pushy about any of them which is like a breath of fresh air after having dealt with that in the past. I definitely recommend Norm Jacobowitz to anyone looking for a provider!
  
 
      
   Olivia Djoble 
 September 26, 2022
 
 
  Norman J is outstanding. He his extremely professional and does his job perfectly. I have been under his care for about 2 years now and everything he has done for me has been working amazingly.
  
 
      
   Sue Krcelic 
 December 1, 2021
 
 
  Norm is a great NP to work with.  He offers suggestions on medication changes we can try.
  
 
      
   Delores Jordan 
 November 10, 2021
 
 
  Dr.Jacobwitz listened and isvery interested in helping the patient.
  
 
      
   Nicole Puri 
 October 28, 2021
 
 
  Mr. Jacobowitz is professional but has a sense of humor, which I appreciate.  He treats me with respect and understands what I’m going through.  He explains everything thoroughly and I feel like he actually cares that I get the individualized and appropriate treatment for my needs.  I’m improving and feel hopeful I will continue to improve under his care.
  
 
      
   Kent Barnett 
 October 27, 2021
 
 
  Norm's is the best,
  
 
      
   Daniel 
 October 20, 2021
 
 
  A very genuine and good dude who just wants the best for his patients. He will listen to everything you have to say and make you feel welcomed and appreciated. Nothing is a bad question and he is always there. He is very knowledgeable and will do his best to make sure you understand what his course of action is and the plan form there on out.