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Psychiatrist in McLean, Virginia Dr. Shealyn Cyr, Psychiatrist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 41-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: Yes

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Dr. Shealyn Cyr, Psychiatrist

Dr. Shealyn Cyr, MD

Specializes In:

ADHD
Aging
Attention & focus
Grief & loss
Retirement
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Shealyn Cyr, MD is a board-certified Psychiatrist in Virginia who has been practicing since 2006. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of Texas at San Antonio, her medical school at Texas A&M University, College of Medicine, and her Residency at the University of Texas at Southwestern. Dr. Cyr believes in a balanced approach to psychiatric health through a model that integrates medication, wellness techniques, supplements, cognitive behavioral therapy, and thorough medical evaluation. Dr. Cyr specializes in the treatment of aging and older adults and is an expert in the field of geriatric psychiatry, to include diagnosis and treatment of dementia and cognitive impairment. She is also a member of the North American Menopause Society and has expertise in the area of the menopause and the perimenopausal transition. She enjoys the practice of clinical medicine and chose psychiatry because she wanted a career that allows her to spend time getting to know her clients and understand their daily lives.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • ADHD
  • Aging
  • Attention & focus
  • Grief & loss
  • Retirement
  • Anxiety
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body image
  • Brain/head injuries (TBI)
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Dementia & memory issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Fertility
  • First responder stress
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • General relationship issues
  • Hallucinations
  • Intense mood changes
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Military & veteran
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other neurological conditions
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Post-partum depression & anxiety
  • Pre-conception
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy loss
  • Premarital counseling
  • Psychosis/issues with reality
  • Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
  • Self-esteem
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management
  • Stroke-related conditions
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits
  • Unusual thoughts or beliefs

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Texas A&M University

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Please call us at 703-831-8300 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shealyn Cyr.

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Dr. Shealyn Cyr at LifeStance has been nothing short of a blessing to our family. Caring for a loved one with dementia can be an overwhelming and emotional journey, but from our very first visit, Dr. Cyr has provided the compassion, expertise, and reassurance we desperately needed. She consistently takes the time to listen with genuine empathy, answers every question thoroughly, and never makes us feel rushed. Most importantly, she treats my mother with unwavering dignity, kindness, and respect. Dr. Cyr ensures that our family fully understands my mother's condition, treatment options, and care plan, empowering us to make informed decisions with confidence. What truly sets Dr. Cyr apart is her remarkable ability to combine exceptional clinical expertise with heartfelt compassion. She cares not only for her patients but also for the families who walk alongside them. Her patience, professionalism, and unwavering commitment have brought our family tremendous comfort during one of the most challenging seasons of our lives. Finding a psychiatrist who genuinely cares about the whole person—and the people who love them—is incredibly rare. Dr. Cyr exemplifies the very best of medicine and mental healthcare. We are profoundly grateful for her dedication and the outstanding care she has provided to my mother. I give Dr. Shealyn Cyr my highest recommendation. If you are looking for a psychiatrist who is compassionate, knowledgeable, attentive, and truly invested in the well-being of her patients, you will be in exceptional hands with Dr. Cyr.
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Monique L.

Jul 16, 2026
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Dr. Cyr is an exceptional physician who brings deep medical and pharmacological knowledge, along with a strong psychological therapeutic skillset, to correctly diagnose, create a treatment plan, and to monitor and adjust so that the patient is seeing real results and improvement. Her keen diagnostic skills are informed by strong analysis of the patient's data, including medical background and testing. She knows that the scientific understanding of the human brain and biology continues to evolve, and she brings up-to-date knowledge to create effective treatment plans. She has genuine interpersonal skills; the ability to establish rapport, display empathy, and to earn the patient's trust. She is open-minded and non-judgmental when considering new ideas. Dr. Cyr is able to diagnose and communicate sound practical advice. Through continued monitoring and observation, as well as the patient’s feedback, she adjusts treatment for continual improvement. I greatly appreciate the treatment I have received from Dr. Cyr. She has established a treatment path which has resulted in significant improvement of both my physical and mental health.
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Anonymous

Mar 12, 2025
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Dr. Cyr is simply a fantastic and ethical psychiatrist. The way she practices Psychiatry is refreshing. Nowadays, the specialty has gain not the best reputation. A lot of psychiatrists move patients fast, in and out prescribing medications quite freely. Dr. Cyr takes her time with each patient, and does her work to determine wether the patient needs medication, what’s the right dosage, and follows a process that ensures the highest level of wellness on a patient, a doctor can provide. LifeStance Health has a great group of professionals, and outstanding customer service. One thing that is refreshing, is the patient portal where I can message Dr. Cyr with questions or concerns. Her response is not only in a timely manner but is fast and effective, she is always in the lookout for any messages from patients. If you are looking for 5 minute consultation and a pill pusher, Dr Cyr is NOT for you. If you are looking for the highest level of care a psychiatrist can give, and with a very ethical approach, then Dr. Cyr is for you.
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Raque B.

Raque B.

Jan 11, 2024
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The world is a better place with Dr. Shealyn Cyr in it. I am unable to express enough gratitude for Dr. Cyr’s proactive approach, solid and straightforward scientific approach towards pharmacology, her genuine sincerity and interest in your life, her outward compassion, witty humor, intelligence, insight, experience, commitment to herself her family and her patients, not to mention her level of professional integrity. Her ability to maintain the hyper focus, discipline and dedication required to listen, process, evaluate and “read between the lines” during every session of ours has literally changed my life in so very many ways. She is there for you, she supports you, she genuinely cares about you and she sincerely wishes to help. She is a blessing to me, and Mandy others. Thank you.
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Feb 04, 2025
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Dr. Cyr is an incredible psychiatrist who truly takes the time to listen. She is personable, compassionate, and a strong advocate for women’s health. After experiencing dismissiveness from other physicians regarding my perimenopause symptoms, Dr. Cyr not only acknowledged my concerns but took them seriously. She recommended genetic testing to better tailor my medications, which turned out to be an invaluable source of information for both of us. This approach helped us establish a new, more effective baseline for my treatment. I’m so grateful to have found her and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a thoughtful and proactive psychiatrist!
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Anonymous

Feb 03, 2025
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Dr. Cyr is the best psychiatrist I have worked with in my life (and I am a therapist so I am picky). She is knowledgeable, warm/friendly, understanding, and genuinely wants to get down to the root of what is happening with mood, sleep, energy etc. She is the first psychiatrist who has taken the time to go over gene testing to look at what medications are the most helpful. She also has been instrumental in getting my perimenupause under control in relation to my moods, temperature regulation and sleep. I highly recommend her to not only friends but also my own patients.
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