Meet Dr. Tutson

VJ Tutson MD & Associates, PLLC is a trusted mental health clinic led by Dr. Valarie Tutson, a triple board-certified psychiatrist dedicated to providing exceptional care for adolescents and adults. Our comprehensive programs focus on treating a wide range of mental health challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, and more. We take pride in delivering personalized and evidence-based care designed to meet the unique needs of each patient. Specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry, we offer a supportive environment that fosters healing, growth, and resilience, empowering individuals and families to navigate life's challenges and achieve lasting mental wellness.
Our Commitment
At VJ Tutson MD & Associates, PLLC, we are unwavering in our mission to provide compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based mental health care. We understand that no two individuals are alike, which is why we offer personalized treatment plans tailored to meet the specific needs, circumstances, and goals of each person we serve.
Our practice is grounded in the belief that mental wellness is a vital part of overall health. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and judgment-free space where individuals feel seen, heard, and supported throughout their healing journey. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, or life transitions, our dedicated team works collaboratively to foster meaningful progress and long-term stability.
By combining cutting-edge advancements in psychiatric medicine with culturally competent care and clinical expertise, we aim to restore hope, build resilience, and promote lasting transformation. We are committed to walking alongside each patient with compassion, dignity, and respect, empowering them to live fuller, healthier lives.
Four Step Approach to Treatment
At VJ Tutson MD & Associates, PLLC, our mission is to deliver personalized and comprehensive mental health care through a structured, patient-centered approach. Our Four-Step Approach to Care includes:
Comprehensive Assessment
We perform thorough evaluations to gain insight into the patient’s history, mental health challenges, and objectives. Using evidence-based diagnostic tools, we identify and address individual needs. Our approach involves collaborating with patients and their families to develop tailored care plans.
Customized Treatment Planning
We develop personalized treatment plans to effectively address conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related issues.
We utilize advanced methods, medication management, and therapeutic interventions. We establish clear, realistic goals that are aligned with the patient's desired outcomes.
Holistic Wellness Integration
Our team prioritizes a supportive, compassionate approach, treating the whole person, not just symptoms. We provide ongoing guidance, skill-building strategies, and resources to promote resilience and mental wellness.
Empowerment for Lifelong Wellness
We equip patients with tools for lasting mental health, including personalized plans, skills training, and resilience building, fostering independence and sustainable well-being beyond treatment.
Mental Health By the Numbers
2.5M
OCD affects 2.5 million adults or 1.2% of the U.S. population. At least 1 in 200 – or 500,000 – kids and teens have OCD.
5.7M
Bipolar disorder affects approximately 5.7 million adult Americans, or about 2.6% of the U.S. population.
7.7M
It's estimated that 16.5 percent of U.S. children between the ages of 6 and 17 about 7.7 million have at least one treatable mental health disorder

