Psychiatrists in New York, NY
Sanjay Patel
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10007
I am a board certified adult and child psychiatrist, and I'm also board certified in integrative and holistic medicine. I treat anxiety, attention, and mood difficulties, including adult and child ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and depression. When necessary, I recommend medication, with the lowest effective doses. I recommend traditional and natural treatments along with practical suggestions about communication, lifestyle, and stress management. I am on faculty at NYU School of Medicine.
I am a board certified adult and child psychiatrist, and I'm also board certified in integrative and holistic medicine. I treat anxiety, attention, and mood difficulties, including adult and child ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and depression. When necessary, I recommend medication, with the lowest effective doses. I recommend traditional and natural treatments along with practical suggestions about communication, lifestyle, and stress management. I am on faculty at NYU School of Medicine.
Eric Hollander
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10021
Our Mission is to provide state of the art, interdisciplinary, novel, and integrated treatments for Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and PANDAS Disorders in adults, adolescents and children.
Our Mission is to provide state of the art, interdisciplinary, novel, and integrated treatments for Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and PANDAS Disorders in adults, adolescents and children.
Alexis Sciarrino
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Alexis Sciarrino, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatry across the lifespan. Ms. Sciarrino received her Masters of Science degree from Hunter College. She has dedicated her life and her career to psychiatry. She strives to provide the most up to date evidence based care. She utilizes psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to ensure positive treatment outcomes and long term success. She has successful experience working with patients diagnosed with anxiety and depressive disorders as well as OCD, PTSD, Bipolar and ADHD diagnoses.
Alexis Sciarrino, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatry across the lifespan. Ms. Sciarrino received her Masters of Science degree from Hunter College. She has dedicated her life and her career to psychiatry. She strives to provide the most up to date evidence based care. She utilizes psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to ensure positive treatment outcomes and long term success. She has successful experience working with patients diagnosed with anxiety and depressive disorders as well as OCD, PTSD, Bipolar and ADHD diagnoses.
Elizabeth N Durovich
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, RN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010 (Online Only)
Medication Management for all Psychiatric Conditions including but not limited to Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Personality Disorders, Trauma, Autism, OCD, Panic, Insomnia, and others in the adult population.
Greetings. I am accepting new clients for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. I consider myself a holistic and empowering practitioner. We can refer out to therapists qualified to assist with treatment after our initial evaluation. You may book by visiting www.monarchpsychiatric.com/contact. We accept United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Aetna, Cigna and other related carriers at this time. We are able to see patients in NY, AZ, and FL. Self-pay rates are listed on our website. Telepsychiatry only. Looking forward to meeting you! NP Durovich
Medication Management for all Psychiatric Conditions including but not limited to Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Personality Disorders, Trauma, Autism, OCD, Panic, Insomnia, and others in the adult population.
Greetings. I am accepting new clients for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. I consider myself a holistic and empowering practitioner. We can refer out to therapists qualified to assist with treatment after our initial evaluation. You may book by visiting www.monarchpsychiatric.com/contact. We accept United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar, Aetna, Cigna and other related carriers at this time. We are able to see patients in NY, AZ, and FL. Self-pay rates are listed on our website. Telepsychiatry only. Looking forward to meeting you! NP Durovich
Beatriz Isaza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016 (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Beatriz and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, Binge Eating, Bipolar Disorder, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Depression, Loss/Grief/Bereavement, OCD, PTSD, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Stress Management. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Beatriz and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, Binge Eating, Bipolar Disorder, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Depression, Loss/Grief/Bereavement, OCD, PTSD, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Stress Management. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Lourdes Chahin
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001 (Online Only)
Dr. Lourdes J Chahin is a bilingual (Spanish) Child, Adolescent and Adult psychiatrist. She has practiced in various settings over her career: outpatient private practice, community mental health, Nurse Practitioners and medical student supervision, partial hospitalization and dual diagnosis rehabilitation programs. She is licensed in the states of NY, Fl and GA. She has over 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, phobias, bipolar mood disorder and many other psychiatric conditions.
Dr. Lourdes J Chahin is a bilingual (Spanish) Child, Adolescent and Adult psychiatrist. She has practiced in various settings over her career: outpatient private practice, community mental health, Nurse Practitioners and medical student supervision, partial hospitalization and dual diagnosis rehabilitation programs. She is licensed in the states of NY, Fl and GA. She has over 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, phobias, bipolar mood disorder and many other psychiatric conditions.
Navin Dargani
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I bring expertise in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (EX/RP), an evidence-based psychotherapy for the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
As a board-certified psychiatrist, I am adept at treating mental health concerns ranging from mood and anxiety disorders to interpersonal difficulties and life challenges. Knowing that these problems can affect anyone and cause significant impairment in one's life, I strive to provide compassionate and comprehensive care with the goal of restoring my patients to the state of mind and level of functioning they expect. My approach is an integrative one, wherein I assess one's psychological, emotional, medical and environmental contributors to problems and address these in treatment using both psychotherapy and medication management.
I bring expertise in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (EX/RP), an evidence-based psychotherapy for the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
As a board-certified psychiatrist, I am adept at treating mental health concerns ranging from mood and anxiety disorders to interpersonal difficulties and life challenges. Knowing that these problems can affect anyone and cause significant impairment in one's life, I strive to provide compassionate and comprehensive care with the goal of restoring my patients to the state of mind and level of functioning they expect. My approach is an integrative one, wherein I assess one's psychological, emotional, medical and environmental contributors to problems and address these in treatment using both psychotherapy and medication management.
Dr. Misty Stafford
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018 (Online Only)
My training was completed at Brown University with a sub-specialty focus in treating neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, as well as expertise in anxiety, OCD, depression, and mood disorders.
I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services by telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
My training was completed at Brown University with a sub-specialty focus in treating neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, as well as expertise in anxiety, OCD, depression, and mood disorders.
I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services by telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
Manisha Ram Punwani
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
Finding a Board Certified Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, one who approaches treatment from an evidence based clinical, holistic, developmental and systems based (family, school, etc) perspective is challenging. I am committed to improving lives of children, adolescents and their families. I specialize in Autism, Anxiety and OCD disorders. I treat these through Cognitive Behavioral, Exposure Response Prevention, Family or Parent Behavioral Management therapies with or without psychotropic medications. I incorporate mindfulness, psychoeducation, sensory and complimentary interventions as appropriate.
Finding a Board Certified Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, one who approaches treatment from an evidence based clinical, holistic, developmental and systems based (family, school, etc) perspective is challenging. I am committed to improving lives of children, adolescents and their families. I specialize in Autism, Anxiety and OCD disorders. I treat these through Cognitive Behavioral, Exposure Response Prevention, Family or Parent Behavioral Management therapies with or without psychotropic medications. I incorporate mindfulness, psychoeducation, sensory and complimentary interventions as appropriate.
Meredith Senter
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
Dr. Senter studied psychology at Brown University. She attended medical school at Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and the Gold Humanism Honor Society. She subsequently completed her residency in psychiatry at Columbia University and the New York State Psychiatric Institute, where she served as a chief resident and worked with the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder research group. Dr. Senter has experience working as an attending psychiatrist in emergency room and outpatient community mental health settings.
Dr. Senter studied psychology at Brown University. She attended medical school at Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and the Gold Humanism Honor Society. She subsequently completed her residency in psychiatry at Columbia University and the New York State Psychiatric Institute, where she served as a chief resident and worked with the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder research group. Dr. Senter has experience working as an attending psychiatrist in emergency room and outpatient community mental health settings.
Taqialdeen Zamil
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025 (Online Only)
Specializing in anxiety, depression, and OCD, I utilize evidence-based approaches to empower clients to navigate life's challenges.
Welcome to my practice. With over a decade of diverse clinical experience, I've had the privilege of guiding clients through the intricate landscape of mental health. From adolescents struggling with identity issues, adults combating anxiety, to those deciphering the layers of substance use, depressive or bipolar disorders, PTSD, or OCD, I've witnessed the resilience of the human spirit. I'm passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care to empower individuals to reclaim control and joy in their lives. If you seek a deeper understanding and the tools to flourish, I'm here to support you on this transformative journey.
Specializing in anxiety, depression, and OCD, I utilize evidence-based approaches to empower clients to navigate life's challenges.
Welcome to my practice. With over a decade of diverse clinical experience, I've had the privilege of guiding clients through the intricate landscape of mental health. From adolescents struggling with identity issues, adults combating anxiety, to those deciphering the layers of substance use, depressive or bipolar disorders, PTSD, or OCD, I've witnessed the resilience of the human spirit. I'm passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care to empower individuals to reclaim control and joy in their lives. If you seek a deeper understanding and the tools to flourish, I'm here to support you on this transformative journey.
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Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I am a Yale-educated, Cornell- and Columbia-trained psychiatrist (MD) with a PhD in neuroscience, providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood, and personality disorders. I am well versed in CBT, IPT, DBT, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I believe that effective treatment requires getting to know patients as individuals.
I am a Yale-educated, Cornell- and Columbia-trained psychiatrist (MD) with a PhD in neuroscience, providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood, and personality disorders. I am well versed in CBT, IPT, DBT, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I believe that effective treatment requires getting to know patients as individuals.
Varendra J Gosein
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I have special interests in Social anxiety, Depression, OCD, gender and sexuality issues, and the relationship between leadership, resilience and burnout.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist who completed training at the NYU School of Medicine. I understand that the decision to ask for help can be a scary one for many reasons. Your mental health can be impacted by your current stressors, prior stressful life experiences, and your cultural background. The first step towards achieving wellness is asking for help. My approach to mental health and wellbeing recognizes these experiences and provides a professional, safe and confidential place to address your concerns and get the care that you need.
I have special interests in Social anxiety, Depression, OCD, gender and sexuality issues, and the relationship between leadership, resilience and burnout.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist who completed training at the NYU School of Medicine. I understand that the decision to ask for help can be a scary one for many reasons. Your mental health can be impacted by your current stressors, prior stressful life experiences, and your cultural background. The first step towards achieving wellness is asking for help. My approach to mental health and wellbeing recognizes these experiences and provides a professional, safe and confidential place to address your concerns and get the care that you need.
Irina Chikvashvili
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10028 (Online Only)
Expertise in treating ADHD (child & adult), depression, anxiety, OCD, insomnia, eating disorders.
Medication Management & Diagnostic Assessments. Please note, individual weekly talk therapy is not available at this time. Dr. Chikvashvili is a double board certified child & adult psychiatrist in New York City. She is currently an attending physician at Long Island Jewish Medical Center & Cohen Children’s Medical Center, specializing in Emergency Adult & Pediatric Psychiatry. In addition to her expertise in adult psychiatry, Dr. Chikvashvili is one of the few doctors with experience in treating children of all ages.
Expertise in treating ADHD (child & adult), depression, anxiety, OCD, insomnia, eating disorders.
Medication Management & Diagnostic Assessments. Please note, individual weekly talk therapy is not available at this time. Dr. Chikvashvili is a double board certified child & adult psychiatrist in New York City. She is currently an attending physician at Long Island Jewish Medical Center & Cohen Children’s Medical Center, specializing in Emergency Adult & Pediatric Psychiatry. In addition to her expertise in adult psychiatry, Dr. Chikvashvili is one of the few doctors with experience in treating children of all ages.
Kafilat Y.Ojo, MD PC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Other Conditions treated includes: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, relationship/marital problems and variety of other mental health and wellness issues.
Are you seeking guidance and/or extra support due to a challenging situation?. Are you interested in self growth and awareness? If so, I look forward to working with you! My practice is geared towards providing both psychopharmacology (Medication) and /or psychotherapy (Talk Therapy) to functioning individuals. I also focus on individuals seeking to improve their self awareness and confidence.
Other Conditions treated includes: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, relationship/marital problems and variety of other mental health and wellness issues.
Are you seeking guidance and/or extra support due to a challenging situation?. Are you interested in self growth and awareness? If so, I look forward to working with you! My practice is geared towards providing both psychopharmacology (Medication) and /or psychotherapy (Talk Therapy) to functioning individuals. I also focus on individuals seeking to improve their self awareness and confidence.
Dmitry Malkin
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
In addition to treating conditions such as Major Depressive, Anxiety, Panic, Bipolar and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, my special area of expertise is Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD).
My passion for psychiatry began in medical school, where I realized my calling was to help patients lead happier and more productive lives. My approach to treatment includes psychotherapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, rational-emotive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, psychopharmacology and life coaching - various tools which I use to help my patients overcome their difficulties in order to fulfill their personal and professional potential.
In addition to treating conditions such as Major Depressive, Anxiety, Panic, Bipolar and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, my special area of expertise is Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD).
My passion for psychiatry began in medical school, where I realized my calling was to help patients lead happier and more productive lives. My approach to treatment includes psychotherapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, rational-emotive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, psychopharmacology and life coaching - various tools which I use to help my patients overcome their difficulties in order to fulfill their personal and professional potential.
Gauri Khurana
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
I believe that each individual is unique and requires a personalized approach to therapy. Drawing from my training at Columbia and Yale, I treat people going through difficult life circumstances including relationship difficulties, family problems, anxiety, trauma and job stress. I also have expertise in working with a range of psychiatric illnesses, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and OCD. I have a special interest in working with college and graduate students and patients with complex trauma histories. By integrating psychotherapy with medication management, I strive to help patients attain their goals.
I believe that each individual is unique and requires a personalized approach to therapy. Drawing from my training at Columbia and Yale, I treat people going through difficult life circumstances including relationship difficulties, family problems, anxiety, trauma and job stress. I also have expertise in working with a range of psychiatric illnesses, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and OCD. I have a special interest in working with college and graduate students and patients with complex trauma histories. By integrating psychotherapy with medication management, I strive to help patients attain their goals.
Jessica Yang
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10128 (Online Only)
I am experienced in working with a broad range of issues, including mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, behavioral difficulties, ADHD, eating disorders, and relationship struggles.
I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist who enjoys working with patients of all ages and their families. I completed my adult psychiatry residency at Mount Sinai and my child and adolescent fellowship at Columbia/Cornell. In my small private practice, I strive to approach each patient with warmth, compassion, and thoughtfulness. I integrate psychotherapy with medication management to help you understand the core issues at hand and work toward making lasting positive change. I treat patients located in New York and Maryland via telehealth. Please note, I do not prescribe controlled substances to patients in New York.
I am experienced in working with a broad range of issues, including mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, behavioral difficulties, ADHD, eating disorders, and relationship struggles.
I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist who enjoys working with patients of all ages and their families. I completed my adult psychiatry residency at Mount Sinai and my child and adolescent fellowship at Columbia/Cornell. In my small private practice, I strive to approach each patient with warmth, compassion, and thoughtfulness. I integrate psychotherapy with medication management to help you understand the core issues at hand and work toward making lasting positive change. I treat patients located in New York and Maryland via telehealth. Please note, I do not prescribe controlled substances to patients in New York.
Nicole Allen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075
Allen additionally is experienced in the comprehensive treatment of conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, and bipolar disorder.
Dr. Allen specializes in Women’s Mental Health, including the diagnosis and treatment of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, the treatment of mental health conditions in the perinatal period, coping with infertility, and in mood disorders during menopause.
Allen additionally is experienced in the comprehensive treatment of conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, and bipolar disorder.
Dr. Allen specializes in Women’s Mental Health, including the diagnosis and treatment of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, the treatment of mental health conditions in the perinatal period, coping with infertility, and in mood disorders during menopause.
Samuel Basch
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10028
I am a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and a Psychoanalyst trained at the Columbia University Psychoanalytic Institute. I have over 25 years experience treating people suffering from anxiety, depression, panic and bipolar disorders and schizophrenia. I also work with patients who have conflict in their everyday lives with personal relationships and work-related stress and who have obsessive compulsive, eating and sexual disorders. Additionally, I provide psychological care to people who are medically ill. My approach is highly individualized and I work with patients to consider their specific circumstances in formulating treatment plans.
I am a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and a Psychoanalyst trained at the Columbia University Psychoanalytic Institute. I have over 25 years experience treating people suffering from anxiety, depression, panic and bipolar disorders and schizophrenia. I also work with patients who have conflict in their everyday lives with personal relationships and work-related stress and who have obsessive compulsive, eating and sexual disorders. Additionally, I provide psychological care to people who are medically ill. My approach is highly individualized and I work with patients to consider their specific circumstances in formulating treatment plans.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.