
Dr. Akshar Brahmbhatt, DO
I create a warm, collaborative environment where patients feel heard and respected. I value open communication and work with patients to set meaningful, realistic goals at a pace that feels comfortable. Using evidence-based treatments, I explain the reasoning behind each approach so patients feel informed and empowered throughout their care. I bring expertise in ADHD, depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, bipolar depression, OCD, and a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
In the first session, I take time to understand each patient's history, concerns, and goals. Together, we identify key areas of focus and build an individualized treatment plan. Follow-up sessions build on progress, address challenges, and adjust the plan as needs evolve. I work at the patient's pace, helping them explore patterns, gain insight, and develop a sustainable path forward.
I attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where I majored in Economics, before earning my medical degree from Lincoln Memorial University. I completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. I have experience in both inpatient and outpatient care.

Dr. Albert Fernandez, MD
I am a board-certified physician who specializes in adult psychiatry, with expertise in medication management and psychotherapy. My practice emphasizes a holistic approach to treatment, and my style is empathic, insight-oriented, and flexible. I have particular interests in helping individuals struggling with depression, difficulty functioning at work or school, life transitions, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship struggles, anxiety disorders, sleep disturbances, low self-esteem, and more.
I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from Princeton University with a certificate in neuroscience. I earned my M.D. from Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University and completed my residency training in psychiatry at the Mount Sinai Morningside and West Hospitals. I have supervised junior residents and medical students, and I also worked as a staff psychiatrist at Fordham University. I published a review article on the effects of residential relocation on mental health. I am currently a Post-Doctoral Candidate in the Adult Analytic Training Program at the New York Psychoanalytic Society and Institute.

Dr. Albert Luong, MD
I am a Board Certified adult psychiatrist who integrates a friendly and collaborative approach to treating psychiatric conditions. For me, building strong therapeutic relationships is key to helping patients achieve their goals. In line with holistic treatment, I utilize psychotherapy and medication management to implement a safe, empathic, and individualistic framework that allows for healing and wellness. I work primarily with patients dealing with depression, anxiety, stress management, and lack of fulfillment, among other life challenges.
I completed undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, majoring in biological sciences and graduating with the highest distinction. I received my medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed an adult psychiatry residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. As part of my training, I was the Chief Resident of the Adult Outpatient Psychiatry Department, supervising trainees and treating patients with various psychiatric illnesses.

Dr. Aleena Vargas, MD
My primary focus is medication management with an emphasis on shared decision-making; however, I frequently also utilize supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic therapy principles in my approach. I have a patient-centered and thorough approach to treatment, with experience treating a broad spectrum of mental health disorders and particular interest in depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I may refer patients to a therapist if further support would be beneficial.
I received my medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio and subsequently completed my psychiatry residency training at UT Health San Antonio. I have also worked in clinic with severely mentally ill patients at the South Texas VA in San Antonio.

Dr. Alejandra Vivas Carbo, MD
I foster a warm, respectful, and professional space where patients feel seen and empowered. I value open communication and build collaborative relationships to align treatment with each person's values, goals, and lifestyle. My approach is integrative and flexible, grounded in evidence-based methods to support lasting, meaningful change. I begin with a thorough evaluation to understand each patient's history and goals, then create customized treatment plans that may include therapy, medication, or both. Drawing on CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy, I adapt care to meet evolving needs, aiming to relieve symptoms, foster resilience, and support long-term well-being.
I am board-certified in adult psychiatry and board-eligible in child and adolescent psychiatry. I completed my general psychiatry residency at Montefiore Medical Center and a child and adolescent fellowship at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. I bring extensive experience from outpatient, emergency, and telepsychiatry settings, and I have advanced training in CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Fluent in English and Spanish, I am committed to culturally sensitive, individualized care.

Alero Mayuku-Dore, MD
Dr. Alero Mayuku-Dore is a board-certified psychiatrist with experience in outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and community mental health settings. She earned her medical degree from the College of Health Sciences, University of Ilorin, Nigeria, completed psychiatry residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in New York, and fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Yale New Haven Hospital. She is certified in CFTSI, SIPS, Circle of Security, and trained in SPACE and Parent Management Training.
Dr. Mayuku-Dore provides collaborative, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive care. She partners with patients to create treatment plans that reflect their goals, values, and preferences while practicing with compassion, integrity, and respect. She fosters a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, supported, and empowered through open communication and shared decision-making.
Dr. Mayuku-Dore begins by building rapport and completing a comprehensive evaluation that considers each patient's psychiatric, medical, social, and personal history. She develops individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, lifestyle recommendations, and referrals, while involving patients in every step of the decision-making process.

Dr. Alexander Diaz Seger, MD
Dr. Alexander Seger, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist with experience treating patients in inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth settings. He earned his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his psychiatry residency at Creighton University, where he served as chief resident during his final year. He provides evidence-based care using both psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic approaches.
Dr. Seger strives to create a warm, respectful, and collaborative environment centered on each patient’s unique goals and needs. He takes a whole-person approach that considers medical conditions, culture, lifestyle, and relationships. By combining respect for patient autonomy with clinical expertise, he works with patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Dr. Seger begins with a comprehensive evaluation to understand a patient’s history, current symptoms, and personal goals. Treatment plans are individualized and adjusted as needed during follow-up visits, with attention to progress and minimizing adverse effects. He emphasizes education, open dialogue, and shared decision-making, and may recommend individual, family, or group psychotherapy as part of a team-based approach to care.

Alexander Richardson, MD
Dr. Alexander Richardson is a psychiatrist with experience treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, ADHD, OCD, trauma-related disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine and completed his psychiatry residency at Zucker Hillside Hospital in New York. He has practiced in outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings and integrates CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and interpersonal therapy into personalized care.
Dr. Richardson provides a warm, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard and respected. He believes each patient is the expert on their own life and works collaboratively to create treatment goals that reflect their values. By understanding each person's history and circumstances, he tailors care through medication management, therapy, or a combination of both.
The first visit focuses on understanding each patient's history, concerns, and goals without pressure. Dr. Richardson develops individualized treatment plans that reflect each person's background, cultural identity, and preferences, adjusting care over time as needs and goals evolve.

Dr. Alexander Wittenberg, DO
I offer highly individualized and empathic treatment, primarily focusing on medication management. I frequently recommend integrating therapy into treatment plans and may suggest collaborating with a therapist. I prioritize a holistic approach, emphasizing overall well-being alongside symptom relief, and I encourage the incorporation of mindfulness, self-compassion, exercise, nutrition, and attention to interpersonal relationships into my treatment strategy. I have expertise in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, trauma and stressor-related disorders, and OCD.
During an initial visit, patients can anticipate a collaborative, patient-centered, and non-judgmental environment designed to foster a meaningful therapeutic relationship. I will thoroughly discuss individual concerns and treatment goals, exploring potential therapeutic interventions, including medication management and holistic strategies to support mental health and overall wellness.
I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist. I received my undergraduate degree from Cornell University, majoring in Human Biology, Health, and Society, and earned my medical degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, where I was a member of the Psi Sigma Alpha Osteopathic Honor Society. As chief resident at Mount Sinai Beth Israel, I gained extensive experience working in outpatient settings and managing patient care at one of New York City's busiest clinics.

Dr. Alexandra Baluna, MD
I emphasize creating a warm, empathic, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment. I collaborate closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that consider cultural, biological, psychological, and social factors. With a strong interest in psychotherapy, I frequently employ ego-supportive and insight-oriented therapy techniques during follow-up sessions.
During an initial visit, patients can expect a welcoming and supportive atmosphere in which I conduct a comprehensive assessment. This involves exploring the patient's history, current challenges, and individual circumstances. The goal of the first session is to collaboratively build an individualized treatment plan tailored specifically to the patient's unique needs.
I am board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. I received my medical degree from LSUHC-Shreveport and completed my psychiatry residency training at Montefiore/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where I served as chief of the Consultation-Liaison (C/L) service. Following residency, I served as Senior Chief, during which I was honored with the Leo M. Davidoff Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Teaching of Medical Students. My professional experiences include roles at Fordham University, Albert Einstein Student Mental Health Counseling Center, and most recently as an outpatient psychiatrist at Maimonides Medical Center, where I enjoyed teaching and supervising residents.

Dr. Alexandra Dodd, MD
I foster a comfortable environment for patients at any stage of treatment. As a passionate educator, I enjoy providing psychoeducation and supportive therapy to help patients understand themselves, their relationships, and their motivations. I tailor treatment to each individual's goals, preferences, and strengths, and I use my expertise in diagnosis and pharmacology to optimize care, monitor treatment success, and maintain progress, with the ultimate goal of helping patients feel and function at their best.
I am a Board-Certified psychiatrist. I graduated from the University of Georgia Honors Program with a B.S. in Chemistry and earned my M.D. from the Medical College of Georgia. During my psychiatry residency in Greenville, SC, I served as chief resident and gained extensive experience through moonlighting. I joined the faculty of Gateway's Savannah residency program in 2021, where I served as Assistant Program Director, and I continue to teach residents and students as an Assistant Professor at Mercer University and the Medical College of Georgia. In my community psychiatry practice, I specialized in Assertive Community Treatment, worked with First Episode Psychosis programs, a forensic Diversion-Reentry clinic, telehealth, and outpatient psychiatry, particularly serving graduate students, professionals, and their families in the Savannah area.

Dr. Alexandra Dunn, MD
I'm a board-certified adult psychiatrist. I completed my medical training at the University of California Irvine School of Medicine, then moved to New York for my psychiatric residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. During training, I gained extensive clinical experience across psychiatric inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings, which gave me the opportunity to treat patients of all ages and backgrounds. I also co-led a mindfulness group at the outpatient clinic, worked with students at Baruch College, and rotated with the Assertive Community Treatment team at MSBI.
Ultimately, I chose to specialize in outpatient care, focusing on treating patients with mood and anxiety disorders. While my practice primarily emphasizes medication management, I also incorporate supportive and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques in my sessions. If appropriate, I'll refer you for psychotherapy and collaborate with your therapist to support your care. I look forward to meeting and working with you to help you feel better.
Find a psychiatrist in New York
Talkiatry psychiatrists are licensed in New York and see patients cia video, so you can start care from home instead of heading to an office or sitting on a local waitlist. Because visits happen online, you are matched based on your needs, not on which clinicians near you are taking new patients. You just need to be physically in New York State during your appointments.
How online psychiatry works in New York
You start by answering a few questions about where you live, what you are dealing with, and your mental health history. From there, you are matched with a psychiatrist licensed in New York and meet by video from home. First visits are 60 minutes, so there is time to talk through what is going on, and follow-ups are usually around 30 minutes.
A psychiatrist has to be licensed where you are located during the visit, so you need to be in New York when you log on. That also means an online psychiatrist in New York can see you whether you are in the New York City area or upstate.
What a psychiatrist in New York can help with
Talkiatry psychiatrists work with a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD, along with bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, postpartum depression, and more.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors. That means they can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and manage it over time, when it is clinically appropriate and legally permissible. Therapy may also be part of your plan, depending on what you need, and your psychiatrist will talk through what fits.
Does insurance cover a psychiatrist in New York?
Talkiatry is in-network with major insurers, and your coverage is checked during the free assessment before you schedule a visit. What you pay depends on your specific plan, so for a detailed estimate it is best to contact your insurance company directly.
Getting mental health care in New York
Access to psychiatric care is limited in much of New York. As of December 31, 2025, the state's designated mental health professional shortage areas meet only about 15.2% of the need for practitioners, and an estimated 238 more practitioners would be needed to remove those shortage designations. Online psychiatry helps here, because it connects you with any Talkiatry psychiatrist licensed in New York rather than limiting your options to the offices near you.
Cities we serve in New York
Talkiatry serves residents across New York by video. If you are in the New York City area, see our page for a psychiatrist in Brooklyn, NY.
Start with a free assessment
Take the free online assessment, get matched with a psychiatrist licensed in New York, and schedule a video visit, often within days. Take our free online assessment.
How much does a psychiatrist cost in New York?

There is no single price, because cost depends on your insurance. Talkiatry is in-network with most major insurers, so what you pay is set by your plan. Your coverage is checked during the free assessment, and you can contact your insurer for a detailed estimate of any co-pay or out-of-pocket cost.
Can I see a psychiatrist online in New York?

Yes. Talkiatry care is fully virtual. You meet with a psychiatrist licensed in New York by video from home, as long as you are physically in New York during the visit.
Do I need to live in New York to be seen?

Your psychiatrist has to be licensed in the state where you are located during the appointment. So you need to be physically in New York when you log on for your visit.
Does insurance cover online psychiatry in New York?

Often, yes. Talkiatry is in-network with most major insurers. Coverage and cost vary by plan, so your insurance is verified during the free assessment, and you can confirm details with your insurer.
Can a psychiatrist prescribe medication online in New York?

Yes, when it is clinically appropriate and legally permissible. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe and manage medication as part of your treatment plan. A prescription is never guaranteed; your psychiatrist decides based on your evaluation.
How soon can I be seen?

Many patients are matched and scheduled within days rather than months. The exact timing depends on your availability and the providers licensed in New York, so there is no fixed promise.
KFF, Mental Health Care Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs), data as of December 31, 2025. https://www.kff.org/other/state-indicator/mental-health-care-health-professional-shortage-areas-hpsas/