Find a Psychiatrist in Brooklyn, NY

I believe in a holistic approach to mental health treatment, integrating medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and collaboration with therapists and support staff. I tailor treatment to each patient's unique needs, ensuring a comprehensive and individualized approach to care. My expertise includes treating a variety of psychiatric diagnoses, such as depression, anxiety disorders (including OCD), ADHD, and PTSD.

In a first visit, patients can expect a thorough evaluation, where I take the time to understand their medical history, symptoms, and treatment goals. I emphasize open communication and collaborative decision-making, ensuring that patients feel heard and supported. Based on this initial assessment, I will develop a personalized treatment plan, which may include medication management and referrals to therapy or other supportive services as needed.

I earned my medical degree from Kansas City University in 2017 and completed my psychiatric residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2021. During my residency, I served as Chief Resident at both the University of Kansas Medical Center and the Kansas City VA Medical Center. Most recently, I worked at the Kansas City VA Medical Center, where I was the psychiatric director of the outpatient mental health clinic and served as Psychiatry Executive for behavioral health services.

I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and respectful environment where patients feel comfortable sharing their experiences. My approach is collaborative and patient-centered, working closely with patients to set clear goals and select treatments aligned with their values. I take a whole-person approach, considering mental health alongside sleep, relationships, medical conditions, culture, and life stressors, and provide affirming, inclusive care for patients of all ages and backgrounds. My clinical interests include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, ADHD, trauma-related conditions, psychotic disorders, and substance use concerns.

I begin with a comprehensive evaluation to understand each patient's history, current concerns, and personal goals. Treatment plans are individualized and may include medication management along with supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing. Follow-up visits focus on progress, side effect management, and ongoing adjustments, with an emphasis on education, open dialogue, and long-term stability. I provide evidence-based medication management integrated with psychotherapy-informed care and am committed to staying current with advances in psychiatric treatment to ensure safe and effective care.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist with experience treating patients in outpatient and telehealth settings. I earned my medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency at Larkin Community Hospital in Miami, Florida.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who takes a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to care. With a focus on treating mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, and substance use, I integrate psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to support patients in achieving meaningful change. I bring curiosity, creativity, and a deep respect for each individual's story to my clinical work. Patients often find me easy to talk to and appreciate my calm, thoughtful demeanor. I emphasize shared decision-making and believe that treatment works best when the patient's values and voice are at the center. I aim to create a safe space for honest dialogue and ongoing reflection as treatment evolves.

I begin with a comprehensive evaluation to understand each patient's mental health history, current concerns, and goals. I then develop an individualized treatment plan that may include medication, therapy, or both. I prefer to use the lowest effective dose of medications and often integrate psychotherapeutic strategies such as CBT, DBT, or insight-oriented work into my sessions.

Dr. Usman Sharif is a board-certified psychiatrist who completed his psychiatry residency at Berkshire Medical Center. He has experience in both outpatient and inpatient psychiatric settings, treating mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, substance use, personality, psychotic, and neurocognitive disorders. Dr. Sharif provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s needs while fostering a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment.

Dr. Sharif values open communication and building strong therapeutic relationships grounded in trust and collaboration. He works closely with patients to create individualized treatment plans and encourages them to remain actively involved in their care. His patient-centered approach emphasizes respect, education, shared decision-making, and helping patients feel heard and supported.

Dr. Sharif begins with a thorough evaluation of each patient’s history, symptoms, concerns, and goals. He develops personalized treatment plans that may include medication management, supportive therapy, and lifestyle recommendations. He regularly monitors progress, adjusts care as needed, and encourages ongoing feedback to support long-term wellness.

My style is practical, respectful, and grounded in shared decision-making. I work collaboratively with patients to ensure they feel informed and empowered in their care. I treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and cognitive concerns, with a focus on patient-centered care and careful, individualized medication management. I tailor treatment to each patient's unique concerns, values, and goals, and I prioritize compassion and a whole-person perspective during the initial assessment and throughout treatment, working with patients to develop plans that support both mental health and overall well-being.

I earned my medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center and completed my psychiatry residency and integrated care fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center. I also hold additional training in bioethics and medical humanities, which informs my thoughtful and reflective approach to care. I have experience working in outpatient integrated medical settings, where I have collaborated closely with primary care and obstetric providers to support patients' mental health within the context of their overall health.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist for the lifespan, experienced in working with all ages from children and adolescents to older adults. My training includes medical school at the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, adult psychiatry residency at the University of California, Irvine, and fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of Colorado/Children’s Hospital of Colorado. During my final year of training, I also served as chief fellow and advocated for system-wide changes to improve the quality of care for all patients.

In addition to comprehensive and holistic diagnostic assessments with medication support as appropriate, I have a background in multiple evidence-based therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), and family and couples therapy. I integrate therapy into our time together and can collaborate with others to give you the best opportunity for meaningful improvement.

Your first visit is a chance for us to get to know each other and make sure I understand your story and what matters most to you. My first priority is to make sure you feel safe, seen, and understood. From there, my aim is to partner with you through treatment that aligns with your goals and moves at a pace that feels right. You’ll have space to ask questions, discuss concerns, and understand your options before making a decision. By the end of our visits, you can expect to leave with a thoughtful plan tailored to you and a clear understanding of our next steps. I look forward to helping you achieve the life you desire.

I value open communication and believe in building a warm, respectful environment where patients feel heard. I work collaboratively with patients to set clear treatment goals and tailor my approach to meet each person's unique needs. My practice emphasizes both medication management and supportive therapy to promote long-term well-being. During initial sessions, I take time to understand each patient's history, concerns, and goals, and I use a team-based approach, partnering with patients in treatment planning and decision-making to ensure care is both effective and aligned with their values.

I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with over three decades of experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I earned my medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency at University Hospital. I have previously served as Chief of Mental Health at a VA Hospital and have maintained a successful private practice focused on medication management and supportive therapy.

Dr. Victoria Diaz earned her medical degree from Texas Tech Health Sciences El Paso Foster School of Medicine and completed her adult psychiatry residency at TTUHSC El Paso. She has experience practicing in outpatient and inpatient settings in a culturally diverse U.S./Mexico border city. She also has training in psychotherapy, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and transcranial magnetic stimulation.

Dr. Diaz values a collaborative, patient-centered approach and understands that every treatment plan should be tailored to the individual. She actively listens with empathy and support to build a strong therapeutic alliance.

Dr. Diaz begins by learning about each patient's unique background and clarifying their goals of care. Together, they develop a personalized treatment plan, followed by regular check-ins throughout treatment to monitor symptoms and adjust care as needed.

I specialize in medication management for adults with a broad range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, bipolar, depression, insomnia, and PTSD/trauma-related disorders. Medication treatment may be complemented with elements of supportive psychotherapy, psychodynamic therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I work collaboratively with patients to develop evidence-based treatment plans tailored to their unique needs. If further psychotherapy is needed, I may recommend working with a therapist as well.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist with over 10 years of experience. I hold a Doctor of Medicine degree from UT Southwestern Medical School and completed my medical specialty training in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Southwestern Medical Center. I have served as faculty at UT Southwestern, teaching medical students and mentoring psychiatry residents. I am a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Asking for help can be difficult, especially when it comes to mental health. During the first visit, patients can expect a welcoming space where they can share their concerns. The visit will also focus on a psychiatric evaluation covering symptom details, psychiatric and other medical history, prior treatments, and how the current symptoms affect the person as a whole.

I earned my medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed my general psychiatry residency and fellowship in behavioral neurology and neuropsychiatry at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Throughout my career, I have practiced in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings, which has given me experience working with patients across a range of clinical needs.

I use up-to-date neuroscience to inform my approach to diagnosing and treating psychopathology, while recognizing that each patient’s experience is unique. I value patient autonomy and shared decision-making and strive to create an environment where patients feel comfortable communicating openly, asking questions, and actively participating in their care.

I work with each patient to develop a personalized, time-sensitive treatment plan that reflects their individual needs and goals. I aim to make each plan specific, measurable, actionable, and relevant so that we can establish clear priorities, monitor progress, and adjust treatment as needed.

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I take a holistic approach when practicing, understanding the importance of an integrative treatment care model. I believe optimal patient care goes beyond psychopharmacology and requires incorporation of psychotherapy and psychosocial intervention. I am a strong advocate for my patients, dedicated to being an educator of mental illness to break self, societal, and systemic stigmas. I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance between clinician and patient is essential. I work on creating a safe and empathetic environment while providing psychoeducation to patients, empowering them to play an active role in their treatment. My practice focuses on medication management in combination with supportive therapy and providing psychoeducation to patients. I treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, general anxiety disorder, substance use disorders, and other associated psychiatric disorders.

I am an adult psychiatrist with specializations in Addiction Psychiatry and Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, also known as psychosomatic medicine. I completed my residency training at New York Medical College and fellowship training at the Mount Sinai Health Systems located at Bronx Care and Beth Israel Hospital. I have worked in both inpatient and many outpatient specialty clinics such as psych/oncology, transplant, collaborative-care, medication assistance treatment, music and medicine, and gender affirmation surgery, treating patients with comorbid mental illness and substance use disorders as well as comorbid mental illness and general medical conditions.

I provide psychiatric medication management as well as a combination of therapeutic interventions such as supportive, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic, and lifestyle interventions. I am adept at incorporating psychotherapy principles in all patient care encounters and am trained in treating multiple disorders and diagnoses including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as others.

I completed my psychiatry residency training at Trinity Health Hospital in Livonia, MI, where I was selected to be chief resident. Prior to this, I received my undergraduate bachelor's degree in Neurology and Anthropology from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, and my medical degree from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. I also completed the psychodynamic psychotherapy fellowship from the Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute.

I have experience treating adult patients of all ages in multiple treatment settings including outpatient clinics, inpatient hospitals, and emergency departments.