Depression Psychiatrists in Massachusetts

I treat each patient with a holistic, evidence-based approach that incorporates psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic best practices. My priority is to build a safe and trusting working relationship with each patient, keeping in mind their unique biological, psychological, social, and spiritual contexts. I have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, OCD, and perinatal conditions such as postpartum depression. Other professional interests include forensic psychiatry, combined psychopharmacological and psychotherapy treatment, and ECT, in which I was certified by the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist trained in Adult Psychiatry. I received my medical degree from Yale University and completed my residency training at Cambridge Health Alliance - Harvard Medical School, where I served as Chief Resident of Quality Improvement. I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and all socioeconomic strata.

I am dedicated to building a collaborative relationship with patients and their families where shared-decision making is respected and encouraged. I am passionate about providing continuity of care to my patients as they navigate life's changes and challenges. I utilize medication management and psychotherapy in my clinical practice, and my areas of interest include ADHD across the lifespan, anxiety disorders, mood disorders (depression and bipolar disorder), and OCD. I am experienced in treating children, adolescents, and adults.

I am double-board certified in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Originally from Delaware, I earned my medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2017. I also obtained a Master of Science in Biological Sciences from Drexel University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Juniata College. In 2017, I moved south and am happy to call North Carolina my home. I completed my internship at Campbell University/Harnett Health in 2018, then went on to complete a General Psychiatry Residency followed by a Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine. Prior to joining Talkiatry in 2025, I was in private practice at North Raleigh Psychiatry in Raleigh, NC.

I focus on providing a comprehensive medical assessment, medication management, psychoeducation, wellness, and alternative therapies. My approach is collaborative, and I have a strong interest in functional medicine and alternative therapies. I have also taught seminars in differential diagnosis, alternative therapies, and psychopharmacology.

I am board certified in adult psychiatry and have been practicing psychiatry for more than 40 years. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Rochester and earned my MD from Cornell University Medical College in New York City. My psychiatry residency was at the University of Boston Medical Center. After training, I held clinical and administrative positions at Kaiser Permanente in Denver, CO and the Harvard Community Health Plan in Braintree, Massachusetts.

Prior to joining Talkiatry, I practiced at the University of Denver Health and Counseling Center for 20 years, where I treated undergraduate and graduate students. I also worked at a clinic providing care to indigent patients, which was also a training site for graduate psychology students. I have supervised and taught psychiatric residents and psychology trainees.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. I focus on medication management for a wide range of psychiatric conditions, providing supportive therapy to help individuals navigate life's challenges and enhance their overall well-being, while emphasizing lifestyle changes and the development of coping skills. Committed to holistic wellness, I believe in empowering individuals to make positive changes in their lives and offer guidance on nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, and stress management techniques. I am dedicated to fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust, empathy, and collaboration, and my approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual under my care.

I completed my medical degree at the American University of Antigua, gaining a profound understanding of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of mental health. Following my residency at Bergen, Newbridge Medical Center, where I was appointed Chief Resident in my fourth year, I worked for several years in both inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.

Dr. Deringer is a psychiatrist with board certification in general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry. She earned her M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School, and she completed her psychiatry residency and addiction psychiatry fellowship training at New York University. She has previously held faculty roles at New York University School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School. She has been involved in training the next generation of psychiatrists through her past work on the Program Director team for the MGH-McLean Psychiatry Residency Program. She has expertise in treating adults with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, personality disorders, trauma, and ADHD.

Dr. Deringer cares deeply about understanding each patient's unique experience.  She recognizes that mental health symptoms are impacted by an individual's biological make-up, social situation, and their individual way of interacting with others in the world.  She will assess all of these factors and work with you to develop an appropriate treatment plan to help you feel better and meet your goals.  She incorporates supportive psychotherapy into all of her patient meetings; this may include discussions of the role of nutrition, exercise, and sleep habits in your overall well-being.

Dr. Deringer will begin the evaluation process with a thorough one-hour session in which we will discuss your current symptoms, your prior treatment history, your medical history, and your goals for treatment.  At the end of that session, she will begin to formulate her diagnostic impression and treatment recommendations.  Sometimes, the evaluation process may require more than one session, and it may be helpful for Dr. Deringer to gather information, with your permission, from prior treatment or to collaborate with your therapist if you have one.  Dr. Deringer will work with you on a medication treatment plan, if clinically indicated, to help you manage your symptoms and achieve your treatment goals.

I am a dedicated adult and child and adolescent psychiatrist who treats individuals of all ages. I use my strong foundation in internal medicine to handle complex cases requiring intricate medication management. This combination of skills allows for comprehensive care that addresses both mental and physical health challenges. My holistic approach ensures that each patient receives tailored treatment, fostering improved outcomes and overall well-being.

I was born and raised in Malta, where I attended medical school and worked in internal medicine for several years before moving to New York in 2017. I then completed a psychiatry residency at SUNY Downstate and stayed on for my Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship, which I completed in June 2024.

I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that considers the full spectrum of biological, psychological, and social factors. I build therapeutic relationships on empathy, respect, and trust. By tailoring treatment plans to each patient's personal and cultural context, I help individuals take control of their mental health and work toward long-term recovery and resilience. In the first session, I take time to listen carefully and gather a thorough understanding of each patient's concerns, history, and current functioning. I use empathy and active listening to foster open communication and develop personalized treatment plans that may include therapy, medication, or lifestyle changes, with the goal of restoring wellness and stability.

I earned my undergraduate degree in molecular genetics from the University of Vermont and conducted neuroscience research in both academic and industry settings. I am a graduate of St. George's University School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency at Mather Hospital, Northwell Health, where I was honored as Resident of the Year in 2025 and inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

I am a board certified psychiatrist skilled in prescribing medications and working in psychotherapy. I combine a warm demeanor with excellent clinical skills, and have over 15 years' experience working with adult patients of all ages and many walks of life. I have special expertise combining medication and psychotherapy to help patients reduce symptoms and grow as individuals. My additional training and experience in psychological modes of treatment enhance the quality of care I provide to all my patients, to meet them where they are and prioritize their individual needs and goals. I also provide medication management-only treatments for people who aren't looking for psychotherapy or who already have therapists.

I completed my psychiatric residency at Columbia University Medical Center in New York. I also completed psychoanalytic training at the Columbia Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research, and went on to teach classes at the Center, educating candidates about the nuances of combining psychotherapy with other treatment modalities. In addition to providing outpatient psychiatric treatment for over 10 years in private practice, I have worked extensively in psychiatric emergency settings, supervising residents as attending physician at Columbia-New York Presbyterian Hospital and Long Island Jewish Hospital psychiatric emergency rooms. I also have special expertise treating college-aged and young adult patients, having served as staff psychiatrist at Barnard College's Furman Counseling Center and worked with many students from Barnard and Columbia in my private practice.

I offer treatment for many psychiatric conditions, including but not limited to depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and personality disorders. I identify helping people ease and overcome their psychiatric conditions as my calling, and approach each patient with humility, diligence, and a collaborative spirit.

I am a staff psychiatrist who provides thoughtful, evidence-based care for adults facing a wide range of difficulties. I am committed to creating a welcoming, collaborative space where patients from all backgrounds, including but not limited to the LGBTQ+ community, feel heard and supported. New patients can expect a personalized approach that includes discussion of both medication and therapy. I value understanding your treatment preferences and aim to serve as a consultant and collaborator in identifying the best path forward. I believe that developing a shared understanding of your background and current difficulties is essential to effective treatment. I am well-trained in using a wide range of medications and interventions alongside talk therapy, especially cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). My approach emphasizes flexibility, autonomy, and curiosity, with a focus on symptom relief and deeper self-understanding.

I earned my undergraduate degree in chemistry from Dartmouth College and my medical degree from Weill Cornell Medicine, where I received the Richard Kohl Prize for Excellence in Psychiatry. I completed my psychiatry residency at Harvard-Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, where I served as chief resident of the Consult-Liaison/Emergency Department Psychiatry service. I have also conducted research on Alzheimer's disease and health system economics.

At the heart of my clinical approach is a strong emphasis on establishing trust, building a therapeutic relationship to help patients achieve their goals, and helping people better understand their brain, its strengths, and vulnerabilities and how to use assessment and training to maximize everyone's unique emotional and cognitive capacity. My practice focuses on medication management. Typically, I offer this in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. Occasionally I may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. I believe that every patient is unique and every situation different. I seek to bring a wealth of experience to bear but, above all, to do so with a personalized and compassionate focus on what will help everyone specifically, practically, effectively, and efficiently. I am especially happy to help people new to emotional help understand the value of different approaches.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist with a strong background in neuroscience and psychopharmacology who has been in practice for over 25 years. I received my medical degree from Dartmouth Medical School and went on to complete my residency in psychiatry at MGH in Boston. After completing training, I have worked in every setting from a Community Mental Health Center in rural VT, a General Hospital Department of Psychiatry in Waterbury CT, and a private psychiatric hospital in Massachusetts. I have held academic clinical appointments at Dartmouth, Yale, and Harvard and provided supervision to medical students, residents, APRNs, Social Workers, and Mental Health Clinicians. In addition to my direct clinical work, I have extensive experience with value-based care having worked with the behavioral divisions of CIGNA Behavioral Health, Optum Behavioral Health, and MCG. I have also been involved in the latest approaches made possible in mental health by the growth of direct-to-consumer services as part of digital transformation.

I view each patient and their caregiver's circumstance as unique. I take a holistic and collaborative approach to help patients understand their options. While the focus may be on psychoeducation and medication management with supportive and psychodynamic therapeutic interventions, there may be a need for additional therapy, and I may ask that a therapist be added to the treatment team. I work towards establishing a meaningful, trusting relationship.

I am double board certified in General Psychiatry as well as Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I have worked in various settings with culturally diverse populations, with a primary focus on caring for children in outpatient programs. I have spent over ten years as an administrative leader, having chaired and co-chaired committees overseeing the practice of fellow psychiatrists and served as Discipline Chief. I have also been teaching and supervising Nurse Practitioner students and Physician Assistant students. I am experienced with a wide variety of psychiatric diagnoses and therapeutic modalities.

With a patient-centered approach, I tailor my methods to fit each client's unique needs, drawing on cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and spiritual insights when relevant. My treatment style balances evidence-based practices with respect for each individual's background and values, and my dedication to client growth, self-empowerment, and resilience continues to define my work as a psychiatrist.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist based in Boston, Massachusetts. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biology from Howard University, graduating summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa, and went on to receive my Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health from Harvard University. After completing my psychiatry residency at Boston Medical Center, I stayed on as an Attending Psychiatrist and Associate Professor, where I gained valuable experience in trauma-informed care and culturally responsive treatment, particularly for African Americans and other marginalized communities.

My philosophy includes a healing-oriented approach that considers the whole person, including all lifestyle aspects. I aim to provide collaborative and comprehensive care, which may include medication management, lifestyle interventions, stress reduction techniques, and other integrative approaches. I employ pharmacotherapy along with supportive therapy and integrative approaches, and I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship where the patient feels empowered is the key to healing.

I am double Board Certified in Psychiatry and Lifestyle Medicine. I completed my psychiatry residency training at the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt, where I served as the chief resident. I am currently working on completing my Ph.D. in Integrative Medicine. I have more than five years of experience treating patients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, Bipolar, OCD, ADHD, and other mental health issues, and I have practiced in various settings over my career, including working for the Department of Defense, private practice, and community mental health. I am fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

My primary focus has been on treating adults with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and other disorders. I strive to provide quality and compassionate treatment to individuals and their families.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist trained in Adult Psychiatry. I attended Dnipropetrovsk State Medical Academy in Ukraine, where I received my M.D., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Psychiatry. I completed my residency at Harvard South Shore Psychiatry Residency Training Program in MA, where I was elected chief resident.

I have extensive research experience in Ukraine and the USA. I studied computer addiction for my dissertation, produced multiple abstracts and presentations, and published several articles in peer-reviewed psychiatric journals, as well as a book entitled Computer Addiction: Formation, Diagnosis, Correction and Prophylaxis. I have also helped organize international conferences with the goal of improving access to and quality of healthcare in Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine, and providing a national model for health care reform.

I have worked with a variety of patients with diverse backgrounds in a Community Health Center and in the Partial Hospitalization Program, and I have supervised medical students, psychiatry residents, and nurse practitioners. I have been a lecturer on psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and was involved in the training of psychiatry residents in the Harvard South Shore Psychiatry Training Program.

My approach to treatment focuses on adopting a holistic approach through behavioral change, medication management, and brief psychotherapy.

I am double boarded in general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry. I received my medical degree from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon and completed my psychiatry residency program at the University of Virginia. I completed a fellowship in addiction psychiatry through Boston University, after which I started working at the Brigham and Women's Hospital.

I previously held a leadership role as medical director for the dual diagnosis partial hospitalization program at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, where I helped create and establish this program, and also worked as an outpatient addiction psychiatrist. I have been involved in teaching and have maintained an academic affiliation with Harvard Medical School. In addition, I have appeared in numerous professional publications and authored several research papers.

I take a holistic approach to mental health care, integrating therapy into my sessions and collaborating with patients to develop individualized medication regimens that best meet their needs. My gentle and understanding approach helps create a supportive environment for my patients, fostering their mental and emotional well-being. While I have extensive expertise in treating college-aged young adults, my practice also includes a broad range of patients, with a particular specialization in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I am trained in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy, a highly effective treatment for OCD.

I am a board certified adult psychiatrist. I earned my undergraduate degree and Masters in Teaching from Boston University, followed by my medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School. I completed my residency in general adult psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance, a Harvard teaching hospital. I currently serve as a staff psychiatrist at Harvard University Health Services, where I work with both undergraduate and graduate students. I have developed significant expertise in working with LGBTQ individuals through my involvement with the Gender and Sexuality Clinic at Cambridge Health Alliance and the LGBTQ Interdisciplinary Team at Harvard University Health Services.