Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in New York, NY

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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.
(646) 798-7270 View (646) 798-7270
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Renee Koval
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Renee has worked in the mental health field for most of her life. First as a psychiatric nurse, and then as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, capable of working with clients throughout the life cycle. In 2014, Renee was the first nurse in the nation to complete a psychiatric nurse practitioner residency program in a Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Renee received her Doctor of Nursing Practice in 2015 from the Medical University of South Carolina. She enjoys clinical work and teaching and has held academic positions and is currently the director of a training program for psychiatric nurse practitioners.
Renee has worked in the mental health field for most of her life. First as a psychiatric nurse, and then as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, capable of working with clients throughout the life cycle. In 2014, Renee was the first nurse in the nation to complete a psychiatric nurse practitioner residency program in a Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Renee received her Doctor of Nursing Practice in 2015 from the Medical University of South Carolina. She enjoys clinical work and teaching and has held academic positions and is currently the director of a training program for psychiatric nurse practitioners.
(929) 294-8674 View (929) 294-8674
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Jane Algus
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10003
I am a board-certified psychiatrist working with patients for over twenty years to address emotional difficulties. At one time or another, we may all experience anxiety, depression, problems with intimacy or difficulties with self-esteem. I offer individualized treatment through personal interaction and insight, with a strong grounding in theory and clinical expertise. With some patients, I employ a psychodynamic approach, in others cases, a more targeted cognitive-behavorial approach is enough. At our initial meeting we will work together to determine the best treatment for your individual needs. Visit my website to learn more.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist working with patients for over twenty years to address emotional difficulties. At one time or another, we may all experience anxiety, depression, problems with intimacy or difficulties with self-esteem. I offer individualized treatment through personal interaction and insight, with a strong grounding in theory and clinical expertise. With some patients, I employ a psychodynamic approach, in others cases, a more targeted cognitive-behavorial approach is enough. At our initial meeting we will work together to determine the best treatment for your individual needs. Visit my website to learn more.
(646) 480-6925 View (646) 480-6925
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Theresa Webster
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Are you tired of your addiction defining you? You may be unsure of the way forward, feeling anxious, fearful, angry, and hopelessness. You might not know how your addiction overcame you. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to stop numbing your pain but instead break through it. You are ready to know happiness. Most of all , you are ready to live your life in recovery, without the chains of dependence. Clients come to me looking for a provider who understands there is not one pathway to addiction, because recovery is not one size fits all.
Are you tired of your addiction defining you? You may be unsure of the way forward, feeling anxious, fearful, angry, and hopelessness. You might not know how your addiction overcame you. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to stop numbing your pain but instead break through it. You are ready to know happiness. Most of all , you are ready to live your life in recovery, without the chains of dependence. Clients come to me looking for a provider who understands there is not one pathway to addiction, because recovery is not one size fits all.
(878) 217-0967 View (878) 217-0967
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Valerie Revolus
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Valerie is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 9 years of nursing experience working with individuals across the lifespan. She believes in offering care customized to each client experience. Her treatment modalities include a combination of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology to create treatment plans that are patient specific. Valerie has been and will continue to be committed to excellence throughout her personal and professional life. Being able to create a space to allow people to feel comfortable enough to get the help they need is one of her prouder accomplishments.
Valerie is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 9 years of nursing experience working with individuals across the lifespan. She believes in offering care customized to each client experience. Her treatment modalities include a combination of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology to create treatment plans that are patient specific. Valerie has been and will continue to be committed to excellence throughout her personal and professional life. Being able to create a space to allow people to feel comfortable enough to get the help they need is one of her prouder accomplishments.
(929) 955-1742 View (929) 955-1742
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Graham Windham
Psychiatrist, DO, LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, PNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10039
Graham Windham Community Mental Health Services offer a variety of evidence-based treatment for children and young adults, 5-25 years of age, based on our comprehensive psychiatric and biopsychosocial evaluations. We offer individual therapy, family therapy, psychopharmacology management, and support services. Each treatment plan will be determined based on the needs of the individual client. We also offer bilingual services in Spanish.
Graham Windham Community Mental Health Services offer a variety of evidence-based treatment for children and young adults, 5-25 years of age, based on our comprehensive psychiatric and biopsychosocial evaluations. We offer individual therapy, family therapy, psychopharmacology management, and support services. Each treatment plan will be determined based on the needs of the individual client. We also offer bilingual services in Spanish.
(646) 956-5421 View (646) 956-5421
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Jennifer Lyman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
She has experience treating depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, bipolar as well as other conditions.
Dr. Lyman is a board-certified psychiatrist who values the lived experience of every individual seeking treatment. She completed her undergraduate studies at Stanford University, received her MPH from University of Hawai'i, Manoa and graduated with her MD from the John A. Burns School of Medicine. She completed her residency training in Psychiatry at the Queens Medical Center, where she served as chief resident. She is currently pursuing a nutritional psychiatry certificate through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute and has a particular interest in the connection between the food we consume and our emotional well-being.
She has experience treating depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, bipolar as well as other conditions.
Dr. Lyman is a board-certified psychiatrist who values the lived experience of every individual seeking treatment. She completed her undergraduate studies at Stanford University, received her MPH from University of Hawai'i, Manoa and graduated with her MD from the John A. Burns School of Medicine. She completed her residency training in Psychiatry at the Queens Medical Center, where she served as chief resident. She is currently pursuing a nutritional psychiatry certificate through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute and has a particular interest in the connection between the food we consume and our emotional well-being.
(646) 963-9285 View (646) 963-9285
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Park Avenue Doctors | Ben Angarita
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
Dr. Ben is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Medical Education at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine and is double board certified in General Psychiatry & Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Ben received his MD from Cornell University, his BA from Williams College, and completed his residency in general psychiatry and fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at The Mount Sinai Hospital. He has served as Chief Resident of the Department of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai and has been featured on NBC's Today show.
Dr. Ben is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Medical Education at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine and is double board certified in General Psychiatry & Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Ben received his MD from Cornell University, his BA from Williams College, and completed his residency in general psychiatry and fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at The Mount Sinai Hospital. He has served as Chief Resident of the Department of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai and has been featured on NBC's Today show.
(646) 453-5126 View (646) 453-5126
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Lawrence Stansberry IV
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Dr. Stansberry holds the position of staff psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He is board eligible in Adult Psychiatry and has been practicing for four years. Dr. Stansberry’s practice focuses on medication management and also incorporates supportive therapy techniques, typically in 30-minute follow-up visits. In some cases, Dr. Stansberry may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team.
Dr. Stansberry holds the position of staff psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He is board eligible in Adult Psychiatry and has been practicing for four years. Dr. Stansberry’s practice focuses on medication management and also incorporates supportive therapy techniques, typically in 30-minute follow-up visits. In some cases, Dr. Stansberry may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team.
(917) 634-5311 View (917) 634-5311
Photo of Victoria Lanzara, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in New York, NY
Victoria Lanzara
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
Mental health is an integral, yet often overlooked, part of our wellness. In our modern, fast-paced lives self-care is the typically the first thing that we choose not to prioritize. In recognition of the commitment needed to begin treatment, I strive to work with my clients on an individualized level to move toward their wellness goals.
Mental health is an integral, yet often overlooked, part of our wellness. In our modern, fast-paced lives self-care is the typically the first thing that we choose not to prioritize. In recognition of the commitment needed to begin treatment, I strive to work with my clients on an individualized level to move toward their wellness goals.
(347) 707-7735 View (347) 707-7735
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Fifth Ave Psychiatry PLLC
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
Fifth Ave Psychiatry, PLLC, is a small boutique adult psychiatry practice located in the Flatiron District of Manhattan in New York City. At the private practice, patients can expect individual attention and care.
Fifth Ave Psychiatry, PLLC, is a small boutique adult psychiatry practice located in the Flatiron District of Manhattan in New York City. At the private practice, patients can expect individual attention and care.
(332) 249-8810 View (332) 249-8810
Celeste Johnson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
Ms. Celeste Johnson is a qualified adult psychiatric & mental health nurse practitioner. She can help diagnose and treat various mental health conditions, including hyperactivity disorder (ADD / ADHD), anxiety, panic attack, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Ms. Johnson believes in building long-term relationships with her patients to support them throughout their mental health journey. She aims to provide ethical and high-quality care to help them enjoy a good quality of life. She is known to be a compassionate, non-judgmental, and approachable professional.
Ms. Celeste Johnson is a qualified adult psychiatric & mental health nurse practitioner. She can help diagnose and treat various mental health conditions, including hyperactivity disorder (ADD / ADHD), anxiety, panic attack, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Ms. Johnson believes in building long-term relationships with her patients to support them throughout their mental health journey. She aims to provide ethical and high-quality care to help them enjoy a good quality of life. She is known to be a compassionate, non-judgmental, and approachable professional.
(347) 707-7735 View (347) 707-7735
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Silvia Sloan
Psychiatrist, MD, PLLC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
I provide both psychotherapy and medication management as best suited for the patient. I have expertise in treating individuals with ADHD, PTSD/ trauma, panic disorder, OCD, treatment refractory depression, anxiety and eating disorders. In addition, I use my extensive experience in treating difficult cases where specific medical conditions can be the underlying cause for a psychiatric presentation. It is important to understand the person as a whole in order to achieve a better overall healing, since body and mind are strongly connected. Most important, I am warm, compassionate, non-judgmental and responsive.
I provide both psychotherapy and medication management as best suited for the patient. I have expertise in treating individuals with ADHD, PTSD/ trauma, panic disorder, OCD, treatment refractory depression, anxiety and eating disorders. In addition, I use my extensive experience in treating difficult cases where specific medical conditions can be the underlying cause for a psychiatric presentation. It is important to understand the person as a whole in order to achieve a better overall healing, since body and mind are strongly connected. Most important, I am warm, compassionate, non-judgmental and responsive.
(646) 956-2274 View (646) 956-2274
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Vazhappilly Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Welcome to Vazhappilly Wellness. My name is Anu Vazhappilly and I am a board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of dedicated service to those navigating life's intricate challenges. My commitment to patient-centered care blends holistic principles with a profound understanding of psychodynamic and humanistic approaches. Specializing in guiding individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and ADHD with the innovative application of EMDR Therapy. Vazhappilly Wellness is deeply rooted in cultural sensitivity, ensuring that every individual's unique background is honored and respected.
Welcome to Vazhappilly Wellness. My name is Anu Vazhappilly and I am a board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of dedicated service to those navigating life's intricate challenges. My commitment to patient-centered care blends holistic principles with a profound understanding of psychodynamic and humanistic approaches. Specializing in guiding individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and ADHD with the innovative application of EMDR Therapy. Vazhappilly Wellness is deeply rooted in cultural sensitivity, ensuring that every individual's unique background is honored and respected.
(914) 877-2431 View (914) 877-2431
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Leroy Scott
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Specialist in Mental Health and Wellness as a whole. Comprehensive Medication Management- NOT currently offering talk therapy. obtained my Psychiatric training from Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I utilize the most up to date, advanced researched driven standards including biogenetic testing to identify the most optimal medication based on your gene testing.
Specialist in Mental Health and Wellness as a whole. Comprehensive Medication Management- NOT currently offering talk therapy. obtained my Psychiatric training from Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I utilize the most up to date, advanced researched driven standards including biogenetic testing to identify the most optimal medication based on your gene testing.
(657) 293-2989 View (657) 293-2989
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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.
(347) 427-5765 View (347) 427-5765
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Robert Werner
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Dr. Blake Werner is an adult and addiction psychiatry board-certified physician who has been in practice for the past 4 years. He received his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX, before moving to charming Charleston, SC to complete his residency in adult psychiatry. Following residency, Dr. Werner completed a fellowship in addiction psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine. Post-fellowship, Dr. Werner joined the Yale faculty as an assistant professor and was employed through the Veterans Affairs, treating substance use disorders in an outpatient clinical setting.
Dr. Blake Werner is an adult and addiction psychiatry board-certified physician who has been in practice for the past 4 years. He received his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX, before moving to charming Charleston, SC to complete his residency in adult psychiatry. Following residency, Dr. Werner completed a fellowship in addiction psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine. Post-fellowship, Dr. Werner joined the Yale faculty as an assistant professor and was employed through the Veterans Affairs, treating substance use disorders in an outpatient clinical setting.
(917) 634-5311 View (917) 634-5311
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Savitha Rao
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10038  (Online Only)
Dr. Rao is a double-boarded general and child & adolescent psychiatrist. She was born and raised in NJ, attended Rutgers University as an undergraduate in the business school, and spent some time working in corporate America before pursuing a career in medicine. Dr. Rao attended New Jersey Medical School, opted to stay in NJ for psychiatric residency training at Rutgers University and then pursued fellowship training there in child and adolescent psychiatry. During training, she gained valuable experience in treating mood disorders, psychosis, trauma, addiction, forensics as well as multiple therapies.
Dr. Rao is a double-boarded general and child & adolescent psychiatrist. She was born and raised in NJ, attended Rutgers University as an undergraduate in the business school, and spent some time working in corporate America before pursuing a career in medicine. Dr. Rao attended New Jersey Medical School, opted to stay in NJ for psychiatric residency training at Rutgers University and then pursued fellowship training there in child and adolescent psychiatry. During training, she gained valuable experience in treating mood disorders, psychosis, trauma, addiction, forensics as well as multiple therapies.
(646) 833-0789 View (646) 833-0789
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Adele Veksman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Dr. Veksman is a double board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 14 years of experience diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions. She approaches each patient as the unique individual, offering a non-judgmental space helping patients develop into their best selves. She focuses primarily on medication management to alleviate symptoms while partnering with patients on behavioral changes to address underlying issues. If additional therapy is needed, she may suggest adding a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome.
Dr. Veksman is a double board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 14 years of experience diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions. She approaches each patient as the unique individual, offering a non-judgmental space helping patients develop into their best selves. She focuses primarily on medication management to alleviate symptoms while partnering with patients on behavioral changes to address underlying issues. If additional therapy is needed, she may suggest adding a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome.
(929) 203-4856 View (929) 203-4856
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Ifeoma Okpaleke
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10013  (Online Only)
I am a dual board certified nurse practitioner in psychiatry and family medicine. I have a broad experience both in internal medicine and psychiatry and I am committed to providing quality mental healthcare for ages 17-99. I take the time with each patient to fully understand the situation and create a personalized treatment plan which includes medication management and lifestyle changes.
I am a dual board certified nurse practitioner in psychiatry and family medicine. I have a broad experience both in internal medicine and psychiatry and I am committed to providing quality mental healthcare for ages 17-99. I take the time with each patient to fully understand the situation and create a personalized treatment plan which includes medication management and lifestyle changes.
(347) 418-0937 View (347) 418-0937
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.