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I am a board-certified physician specializing in adult psychiatry and practice adult psychiatric medication management. I focus on building a strong therapeutic and collaborative environment with patients. I work with individuals struggling with depression, ADHD, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety, and social anxiety. I usually meet with patients monthly for psychiatric follow-up appointments. I provide psychiatric medication management in a comprehensive manner, paying careful attention to each patient's unique biological, psychological, and cultural make-up. I am diligent about keeping up-to-date on the research and expanding frontiers of psychiatry and psychopharmacology. I strongly believe in tailoring treatment in an integrative and collaborative manner to provide the best outcome for each unique patient. In some instances, I may recommend the addition of a separate therapist in order to help facilitate the best care possible.

I experienced various cultures growing up in different countries and environments, shaping my open-minded demeanor and views, and eventually my interest in the human mind and psychiatry. I earned my bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology with honors, and a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. I completed my Adult Psychiatric Internship and Residency training in New York City, at the Mount Sinai Morningside and West Hospitals, where I treated a diverse patient population with psychiatric illnesses in emergency, inpatient, and outpatient settings. I am currently licensed in and seeing patients located in the states of New York, Florida, and Texas for medication management.

I value compassionate, holistic care and strive to build long-term, collaborative relationships with my patients. I am particularly drawn to the outpatient setting, where I can engage with the evolving narratives of my patients' lives. I create a warm, supportive environment where individuals feel safe, respected, and heard. My process begins with a comprehensive evaluation to understand each patient's history, concerns, and goals. Treatment plans are individualized and may include medication management and supportive psychotherapy.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who earned my bachelor's degree from Georgetown University and my medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. I completed my psychiatry residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Morningside/West in New York City. I have experience in outpatient, inpatient, and emergency psychiatry, treating a broad spectrum of mental health conditions across diverse populations.

Dr. Sabrina McDonald earned her medical degree from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. She has experience practicing in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with additional work providing psychotherapy. Dr. McDonald also has experience integrating lifestyle modifications into clinical care to support overall well-being.

Dr. McDonald brings warmth and curiosity to every clinical interaction while providing thoughtful, evidence-based treatment recommendations. She takes a holistic approach to care, considering both organic and psychosocial factors that may contribute to a patient’s symptoms and overall functioning. She values collaboration and uses a structured, concise approach to goal setting to help patients make meaningful progress.

Dr. McDonald focuses on understanding each patient’s unique story to guide individualized treatment planning. She explores current concerns, life stressors, and personal goals to inform ongoing care. By considering stress responses from multiple perspectives, she helps patients develop a flexible and deeper understanding of their experiences while creating treatment plans tailored to their needs.

I prioritize open communication and mutual trust, creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel respected and empowered to actively engage in their care. I integrate psychotherapy techniques and take a holistic, person-centered approach to treatment. I believe in collaboration and shared understanding grounded in evidence-based therapies. My typical process includes developing individualized treatment plans aimed at symptom relief, improved functioning, and overall quality of life. Beyond medication management, I incorporate psychotherapy techniques and psychoeducation to help patients build coping skills and insight.

I earned my medical degree at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, where I gained a strong foundation in both the biological and psychosocial aspects of medicine. I then completed my general psychiatry training at SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital, where I worked closely with a diverse patient population from varied religious, cultural, socioeconomic, and age groups.

I am a lifelong New Yorker who has always been fascinated by the complexity of the human mind, behavior, and experience. Growing up in a vibrant and diverse city, I developed a deep appreciation for how culture, environment, and individual background shape a person's psychological well-being. This passion drove me to pursue a career in psychiatry.

My practice is focused on medication management with supportive therapy in follow-up sessions of 15 or 30 minutes. I am experienced with collaborative treatment and encourage adding a therapist to your care team in those situations where additional therapy might be helpful. I enjoy working with motivated individuals of all ages who are seeking to better their life or better cope with life circumstances, and I have particular expertise in working with individuals and their families suffering from anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

I am board-certified in psychiatry and pediatrics and board-eligible in child and adolescent psychiatry. I am a graduate of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine's triple-board program (psychiatry, pediatrics, and child and adolescent psychiatry). I completed post-doctoral research fellowships at Mount Sinai's Seaver Center for Autism Research/Compulsive-Impulsive Anxiety Disorders and at Columbia University's New York State Psychiatric Institute, the latter focusing on metabolic and weight issues in children and adolescents with psychiatric disorders. I have worked in pharmacologic research in both academic and industry settings. Prior to joining Talkiatry, I practiced in a multi-specialty clinic for individuals and families dealing with autism or intellectual disabilities and complex medical co-morbidities.

I had an early background as a nurse, receiving my B.S. in Nursing from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. My experience in neonatal, psychiatric, and hospice nursing led me to pursue my degree in medicine. I have been practicing for 22 years.

I tend to have a relaxed but professional manner with patients. I prioritize understanding patient concerns and providing education, and I aim to use my medical expertise to advise you as we work together to create a strategy that will empower you to take charge of your mental health. I have a particular interest in perinatal/reproductive psychiatry and am pursuing additional training and certification in this subspecialty.

I completed medical school at The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed psychiatry residency at The University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine. Throughout my training, I have been involved in advocating for patients both at the state level as well as through my involvement with the American Medical Association.

New patients should expect a thorough review of their history and symptoms as they are establishing care with me. One of the most important steps to helping you get better is to make sure the diagnosis is correct. From there, I will work with patients to find appropriate medication strategies, as well as other evidence-backed interventions like therapy and lifestyle changes that fit your unique situation.

I received my medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed psychiatry residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where I served as Chief Resident for Outpatient Services. My experience spans inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, emergency, consult-liaison, and interventional psychiatry, along with research on novel treatments for major depressive disorder. I am passionate about caring for patients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, and trauma-related disorders.

I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental environment where you feel understood and safe to be challenged toward your goals. I combine evidence-based medication management with lifestyle changes and approaches drawn from CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, exposure therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. I believe a compassionate therapeutic relationship is central to healing and value relationships grounded in trust and mutual respect.

Our first visit includes a comprehensive evaluation of your mental health, medications and substance use, social supports, family history, and stressors. Follow-up visits focus on progress toward your goals and adjusting your treatment plan as needed, while incorporating psychotherapy and lifestyle changes. I collaborate with you at every step to develop a personalized plan tailored to your needs and goals.

My practice focuses on evidence-based treatments for psychiatric illness, utilizing a combination of medications and psychotherapy modalities best suited for each individual patient and their needs. My particular clinical focus is on the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and behavioral addictions, as well as trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders. I offer this in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. Weekly hour-long psychotherapy may be available if indicated. Occasionally, I may believe that different therapies are also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome.

I am board certified in Addiction Psychiatry and Adult Psychiatry. I received my medical education at the University of Washington in Seattle after completing undergraduate studies in psychology and later a post-baccalaureate at Boston University. After residency at the University of Chicago, where I specialized in addiction psychiatry and psychotherapy, I completed an Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle.

I strive to provide a patient-centered and collaborative approach when developing treatment plans. I specialize in medication management and supportive psychotherapy. When appropriate, I may make a referral for more specialized therapeutic interventions. For child and adolescent patients, I encourage parental involvement at each visit to ensure a family-centered approach is being followed to best support the child's needs.

I am a board-certified Adult Psychiatrist and a board-certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus, completed my Adult Psychiatry residency at the University of Connecticut, and sub-specialized in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at New York University. Prior to joining Talkiatry, I served as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at a busy academic outpatient clinic and on an inpatient basis, providing care to children with complex medical needs.

During the first visit, I conduct a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation with a goal of understanding a patient's treatment history, current symptomatology, and personal goals. I work together with my patients to foster a collaborative environment, personalize treatment plans, and support patients in achieving an improved quality of life.

I value open communication, privacy, and a collaborative approach with my patients. I create a warm, supportive environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered to participate in their care. In initial sessions, I thoroughly assess patients' history, concerns, and goals to ensure care is personalized and effective. I develop comprehensive treatment plans that align with each patient's objectives, providing ongoing support to help them achieve meaningful outcomes.

I earned my medical degree from Vanderbilt School of Medicine and completed psychiatry residency training at the University of California San Diego and Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. I have experience practicing in a variety of outpatient settings, including community mental health and military care, serving active-duty service members, their families, and veterans.

I am dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment characterized by warmth, empathy, and nonjudgmental support. My approach involves collaborating with patients to develop individualized treatment plans that consider cultural, biological, psychological, and social factors. With a primary focus on medication management, I also have a keen interest in psychotherapy, and I often integrate supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic psychotherapy during 30-minute follow-up visits to optimize wellness and recovery. I bring experience in caring for individuals of diverse ages and backgrounds, adeptly addressing a wide spectrum of conditions. My expertise extends to treating depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma and stress related disorders, ADHD, OCD, insomnia, and psychotic disorders; I also have experience treating individuals with medical comorbidities.

I am a board-eligible adult Psychiatrist and staff Psychiatrist at Talkiatry. I completed my medical degree at the University of Benghazi, Faculty of Medicine, and finished my General Psychiatry Residency training at Tower Health/Drexel-Phoenixville Hospital. Throughout my career, I have actively contributed to various leadership roles and committees, demonstrating my commitment to advancing medical education and promoting diversity in the field. During my training, I shared my knowledge through educational presentations and lectures, fostering the growth of fellow trainees and medical students.

I earned my medical degree and completed my residency at Marshall University School of Medicine in Huntington, WV. I have experience in outpatient clinic, consult-liaison psychiatry, inpatient psychiatry, educational leadership, and hospital administration.

I have a warm, empathetic, and supportive style. I value the uniqueness of each patient’s lived experience. Patients can expect a psychiatrist who provides support, information, and respect.

I begin with the patient telling their own story and identifying places where they want or need some help. We work together to create a plan that meets their specific goals. I provide as much information as possible about treatments, including medications and therapy, so patients can make the best-informed choice about what will work for them.