Depression Psychiatrists in New Jersey

I use an integrative approach to health in my psychiatric practice, combining evidence-based concepts in neurobiology with psychological, social, and spiritual/existential worldviews to understand and treat every patient. My primary practice is medication management, and I also integrate elements of psychotherapy into my work, typically within 30-minute follow-up visits. In addition to medication and psychotherapy, I incorporate wellness tools into visits, such as mindfulness exercises and sleep management strategies. If I believe that additional psychotherapy is needed, I will recommend that you add a therapist to your care team. My primary focus is working with adults with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma symptoms, ADHD, and problems with sleep. I enjoy working with people facing life transitions, especially older adults and women who are struggling with mental health challenges related to pregnancy and post-partum health. I have extensive experience working with people from many stages of life, with diverse world views and cultural backgrounds. I have always had an inclusive practice and welcome people who identify as LBGTQIA+.

I am board certified in Adult Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine. I received my medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical School and my PhD in Neurobiology from The Rockefeller University. I completed my Psychiatry residency and Sleep Medicine Fellowship training at the New York University Medical Center. Prior to joining Talkiatry, I was working at Hartford Healthcare with adults in intensive outpatient programs and at Hackensack Meridian Health outpatient clinics. I was the medical director of the Consultation Liaison Service at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, and an assistant professor at UMass Medical School.

I have published and presented widely on topics related to Wellness in Psychiatry, Ethics, and Sleep Medicine. I am an advocate for finding your voice in medical decision-making. As part of my own life path, I became an Interfaith Minister and enjoy including spirituality and the supportive role it can play in healing for my patients. I also enjoy using sound healing for relaxation and stress management.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist who specializes in patient-centered care, with over 8 years of experience in private practice and academic medicine. I focus on medication management in 30-minute follow-up visits in conjunction with supportive and emotionally focused therapy. I take a patient-centered approach that acknowledges all the psychosocial aspects of each individual to ensure they receive the most effective treatment possible. I have experience working with a broad range of psychiatric disorders including mood disorders, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD, and I also have a strong interest in Women's Mental Health and alternative treatment options.

I received my medical degree from UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Piscataway, NJ, then moved to Pennsylvania to complete my residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. Upon completion of training, I went into private practice for 5 years in southern NJ, where I treated children, adolescents, and adults with a wide array of psychiatric disorders. I then went into academic medicine at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, NJ, where I served as the Associate Program Director of the Psychiatry Residency Program, supervising and teaching both residents and medical students.

My practice focuses on medication management, though I believe in the importance of both therapy and medication management in treating mental illness. I offer medication management with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow up visits, and I also utilize referrals to therapists to enhance collaborative care and management of illness. I focus on treating patients with depression and anxiety disorders. I believe in a holistic, patient-centered approach to care and encourage patients to explore their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs in addition to their mental health. I believe in the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist starting my post-graduate practice with Talkiatry. After completing an undergraduate degree in psychology at Johns Hopkins University, I completed my medical degree at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. I am a recent graduate from the Adult Psychiatry Residency at University of Kansas Medical Center.

I am an adult psychiatrist who works with young adults and adults struggling with anxiety and depressive disorders. I use a compassionate, non-judgmental, and reflective approach to listening and working with clients. My practice focuses on medication management, offered in conjunction with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. The philosophy of my practice is to help promote each individual's natural capacity for healing. I ultimately strive to help clients create rich and meaningful lives while also offering mindfulness skills to empower clients to effectively cope with the pain and suffering that life can bring.

I completed medical school at Stony Brook University School of Medicine, where I also earned my master's in Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care, and Bioethics. I completed my adult psychiatry residency training program at Montefiore/Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist trained in general adult psychiatry who specializes in perinatal, postpartum, and LGBTQIA+ behavioral health. My clinical practice focuses on managing a variety of mental health conditions, with particular interests in treating ADHD, OCD, anxiety, and mood disorders. I utilize a collaborative care approach to actively engage patients in treatment decisions and planning, and I integrate medication management with therapy to support a more comprehensive clinical approach. My therapy treatment focuses mainly on supportive therapy, with use of additional therapy modalities based on patient needs. I combine an evidence-based approach with consideration of individual factors in order to work with patients to create a holistic, patient-centered treatment plan.

I completed my undergraduate education at Allegheny College with a bachelor's degree in biology and a double minor in psychology and chemistry. I went on to pursue a Medical Doctorate at Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude and was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society for academic achievement. After medical school, I completed my psychiatry residency at Allegheny Health Network. I have co-authored a book chapter on women's behavioral health and have presented posters on several different topics in mental health for the Pittsburgh Psychiatric Society, including a presentation on the identification and management of complex trauma in victims of sex trafficking. I have 2 years of training in outpatient perinatal and postpartum behavioral health and 6 months of experience working as a co-facilitator in a perinatal and postpartum intensive outpatient treatment program, both through the Alexis Joy D'Achille Foundation for Postpartum Depression at West Penn Hospital. My work as a co-facilitator included assisting patient groups in understanding and developing coping skills for a variety of therapy modalities including mindfulness, behavioral activation, interpersonal, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and dialectical behavioral (DBT) therapies. I am also dedicated to serving the LGBTQIA+ community, with experience in LGBTQIA+ patient care over 4 years at Allegheny Health Network in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient programs. I am passionate about providing a supportive treatment environment to help improve equal access to care and support patients in advocating for their needs and concerns in health care settings.

I provide compassionate psychiatric care using pharmacotherapy combined with supportive psychotherapy. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and numerous other psychiatric conditions. I also emphasize nutritional counseling, assisting patients in achieving and maintaining a healthy weight as part of their overall wellness plan. In an initial visit, patients can expect a thorough assessment aimed at understanding their psychiatric symptoms, personal health goals, and lifestyle considerations. I combine medication evaluation with supportive psychotherapy and may discuss nutritional guidance as part of a holistic treatment plan. I prioritize creating a supportive environment for bilingual (English/Spanish) patients to openly discuss their mental health concerns.

I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking adult psychiatrist with 25 years of experience. I completed my residency in Adult Psychiatry at Saint Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center in New York City and subsequently completed a Child Psychiatry fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. I have extensive experience practicing in outpatient and community mental health settings.

I prioritize creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable sharing their experiences. I value building strong rapport and approach care holistically, recognizing that each patient is unique and deserves an individualized treatment plan. I appreciate the ongoing nature of outpatient care and adapt my approach as patients' goals and priorities evolve over time. I take a collaborative approach to treatment, working closely with patients to ensure their understanding of all available options. I empower patients to make informed choices and partner with them to develop plans that best align with their needs, values, and goals for treatment.

I earned my medical degree from Jefferson Medical College and completed my psychiatry residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson. I have extensive experience practicing primarily in outpatient settings, along with additional experience in inpatient, consultation, and emergency psychiatry. I am licensed in Indiana, New Jersey, and New York. I have also served in academic roles, teaching and mentoring trainees in both medical school and residency. I am board-certified in Psychiatry and in Addiction Medicine.

I am an adult psychiatrist with a holistic approach to treatment, taking into account the entire person, and I emphasize the importance of the therapeutic bond to help people reduce suffering and achieve their goals. I am a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society. My practice focuses on a mix of medication management, offered in conjunction with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits, and insight-oriented psychotherapy offered in weekly 45-minute visits. I work with people struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, and difficulties with self-esteem and relationships. Occasionally I may believe that additional therapy is warranted and recommend a separate therapist to provide the best outcome.

I received my medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed my residency training at New York University. During training, I gained experience treating patients with various psychiatric illnesses in several different clinics and hospital-based settings. I worked with experts in the field of depression and provided consultations for patients considering transcranial magnetic stimulation. I also published a review article on long-term injectable medications for psychosis.

I have maintained an interest in teaching and remain connected to the psychiatry department at NYU. I have supervised and taught junior residents and medical students. Additionally, I am interested in global health and disparities in access to care and have traveled to Ghana to teach medical students rotating through psychiatry at the university there.

I believe in creating a strong therapeutic alliance with my patients based on mutual trust and honesty. My primary modality of treatment is medication management, but I may also provide supportive psychotherapy and education, practicing evidence-based medicine. I like to collaborate patient care with their medical providers and/or therapist. I have extensive experience in evaluating and managing a variety of psychiatric disorders such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, dementia, etc.

I am double board certified in adult and geriatric psychiatry. I completed my residency at Nassau University Medical Center, New York, and then completed a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry at LIJ-Albert Einstein school, New York. I have been practicing psychiatry for over 25 years. I held an academic position as a clinical assistant professor at Rutgers-UBHC for several years. I have worked in various clinical settings including inpatient, outpatient clinics, partial hospital programs, and nursing homes, serving a vast variety of patient populations.

I have also volunteered my services at NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness)-SAMHAJ to create and promote awareness of mental health issues in the community.

I am a board-certified Adult Psychiatrist who has been practicing for 9 years. I specialize in depression and anxiety and believe in a holistic approach to the wellness of both the mind and body. I conduct a comprehensive and individualized assessment for each patient utilizing a combination of medication management, lifestyle changes, and coping skills, creating a safe and therapeutic environment to facilitate healing and growth.

I received my undergraduate degree from New York University and my medical degree from St. George's University. I then completed my residency training at Seton Hall University. After training, I worked in the inpatient and outpatient units at Capital Health Medical Center in Trenton, New Jersey. I was a voluntary faculty member and trained residents and medical students from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

I actively participate in my local community to provide education and training for mental health providers. I strive to collaborate and address hindrances that may interfere with an individual's best self, and I focus on creating a strong therapeutic relationship to support and facilitate balance, lifestyle enhancement, and emotional well-being.

I value open communication, transparency, and collaboration, and take a friendly, supportive approach to patient care. I practice evidence-based medicine with a thoughtful, minimalist approach to pharmacologic treatment, often favoring single agents that can address multiple concerns when clinically appropriate. My approach to care is holistic, integrating psychiatric diagnoses, comorbid conditions, social context, and lifestyle factors. Sessions include supportive psychotherapy, incorporating techniques from other modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic approaches as appropriate. Initial visits emphasize diagnostic clarity and collaborative goal-setting, while follow-up sessions focus on patient priorities, shared decision-making, and personalized strategies that support meaningful, sustainable progress. I have a particular interest in perinatal mental health.

I earned my medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School, where I worked with refugee populations and participated in global health initiatives. I completed my psychiatry residency at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, serving as inpatient chief resident. I have experience across the full continuum of psychiatric care, including higher levels of care, collaborative care, and outpatient settings.

I am an experienced, open-minded psychiatrist who prioritizes empathy and understanding in my work. I recognize that each individual's path to wellness is unique and strive to meet patients where they are in this process. I believe that while some individuals may benefit from treatment with medication management alone, psychotherapy is often important for treatment success. I encourage patients to participate in psychotherapy and believe a therapist can be a crucial part of the treatment team. I use a collaborative, patient-centered treatment approach with the goal of reducing mental pain and improving wellness so that patients are better able to pursue their unique personal and professional goals. I utilize psychopharmacology, psychoeducation, and supportive and psychodynamic psychotherapy skills when working with patients. I have experience treating adults with a variety of mental health problems including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and psychotic disorders.

I am board-certified in general adult psychiatry and have more than twenty years of experience working with adults in a variety of mental health care settings including academia, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, university medical centers, VA medical centers, and community mental health settings. I received my medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed my psychiatric residency at the University of California, Los Angeles Neuropsychiatric Institute.

I am a board certified adult psychiatrist. I offer guidance with navigating difficult and painful emotions that may result from stressful life situations, such as the loss of or separation from a loved one, work related stressors, burn out, adult and childhood trauma, OCD and mood disorders including major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and various anxiety disorders. Within a safe and supportive working relationship, I will strive to reach an understanding of your unique situation, identify the issues that are interfering with progress, and develop a plan to better identify and achieve your goals.

Previous to joining Talkiatry, I served as a clinical psychiatrist for the VA Healthcare System, providing care for veterans with a predominant focus on treatment of post traumatic stress disorder. I have also worked collaboratively as an integrated psychiatrist for a primary care FQHC, treating primarily trauma and stressor related disorders within a primary care setting. I completed my Psychiatry Residency from Mount Sinai-Beth Israel in New York City and obtained my medical degree from Temple Medical School in Philadelphia. I offer 60-minute initial appointments and 30-minute follow-up appointments, and I won't hesitate to collaborate with other mental health experts as necessary to better support your needs.

I begin each encounter with gentle curiosity, inviting patients to share their stories without fear of judgment. Together, I craft an individualized treatment plan with the patient that may include medication, psychotherapy, and/or referrals to subspecialty care, always in close collaboration with other members on the treatment team. My therapeutic orientation is informed by psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavior modalities. I have expertise in the treatment of a diverse range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. I use a developmentally informed and LGBTQ-affirmative approach in my practice, with the aim of enriching meaning and alleviating suffering in the domains of work, play, and love.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist. I earned my undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Biological Sciences at the University of Maryland, where I also obtained my medical degree. I completed my psychiatry residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, received additional training in child and adolescent psychiatry at Columbia and Cornell, and finished a psychoanalytic fellowship at the New York Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. Prior to joining Talkiatry, I was an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania, where I provided clinical care and teaching along the undergraduate-graduate medical education continuum.

I provide psychiatric services to adults ages 18 and older, focusing on medication management and psychoeducation, often along with supportive therapy. With a patient-centered approach, I believe in fostering a safe and non-judgmental environment where individuals can openly discuss their mental health concerns. I am well-versed in a wide spectrum of psychiatric conditions and offer evidence-based treatments tailored to each patient's unique needs. I have a particular interest in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, and ADHD. I am passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and strive to provide the highest quality care to help individuals lead happier and more fulfilling lives.

I completed my Psychiatry residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Piscataway, NJ. I received my bachelor's degree in Psychology from Fordham University and then attended medical school at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

I am a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in the care of adults, with additional expertise in the care of older adults. My practice focuses on medication management for a wide range of psychiatric conditions and incorporates various therapeutic modalities in order to optimize symptomatic improvement and enhance quality of life. My approach is rooted in empathy, and I believe in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship in facilitating the healing process. I strive to empower patients on their journey to recovery by partnering with them in their care.

I received my medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine. I completed my residency training in psychiatry at Maimonides Medical Center and my fellowship training in geriatric psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.