Frequently Asked Questions

  • I provide:

    • Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations

    • Medication management

    • Collateral & care coordination (parents, therapists, schools)

    Care is personalized, collaborative, and focused on practical, effective treatment.

  • This is a private, personalized psychiatric practice focused on thoughtful, unrushed care. You work directly with one provider, allowing for more time, consistency, and individualized treatment. Services are offered in English and Spanish, with a strong emphasis on working collaboratively with families and coordinating care with therapists, pediatricians, schools, and other providers involved in treatment.

  • Yes. I see children ages 6+, adolescents, and adults.
    For children, a parent or legal guardian must be present and involved in care.

  • The initial visit is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. We will review:

    • Current concerns and symptoms

    • Mental health and medical history

    • Family and developmental background (especially for children)

    • Previous treatments

    You will leave with a clear understanding of your diagnosis (if applicable) and a personalized treatment plan, which may include medication, therapy recommendations, or both.

  • Yes. Medication is prescribed when clinically appropriate as part of a thoughtful, individualized treatment plan.

    I focus on:

    • Using the lowest effective dose

    • Minimizing unnecessary medications

    • Providing clear education so you feel informed and comfortable

  • Visits include supportive therapy and clinical guidance, but this practice primarily focuses on psychiatric evaluation and medication management.

    If ongoing therapy would be helpful, I can provide referrals and collaborate with your therapist.

  • I provide care for:

    • Depression

    • Generalized anxiety

    • Social anxiety

    • Panic disorder

    • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

    • Trauma-related concerns

    • ADHD

    • Bipolar Disorder (in stabilization or remission)

    • School, behavior, or emotional regulation concerns (child/teen)

    This practice does not provide treatment for primary substance use or chemical dependency disorders.

  • Yes. All appointments are conducted via secure video for your convenience.

    Telehealth allows for:

    • Flexible scheduling

    • Care from the comfort of your home

    • Easier coordination for parents and families

    • You must be physically located in New York State at the time of your visit

    • A private, quiet space is required for sessions

    • For children, a parent/guardian must be present

    For safety, I will also ask for:

    • Your current location at each visit

    • An emergency contact

  • Yes. With your consent, I offer collateral and care coordination, including:

    • Parent guidance and check-ins

    • Communication with therapists and pediatricians

    • School support (IEPs, 504 plans, guidance counselors)

    This is especially important for children and adolescents.

  • Care for children and adolescents is collaborative and involves both the child and their parent or legal guardian.

    • Parents/guardians are involved in treatment planning and overall care

    • Visits may include time together and brief one-on-one time with the child when appropriate

    • General updates, recommendations, and any safety concerns are always shared

    To support trust, some sensitive topics discussed privately with adolescents may remain confidential unless there is a safety concern. I encourage open communication and help guide these conversations when needed.

  • This practice does not provide ESA letters.

    ESA documentation is considered a legal accommodation under housing law and requires specific clinical and legal criteria, including documentation of a qualifying disability and a clear treatment relationship.

    At this time, ESA evaluations and letters are outside the scope of services offered in this practice.

  • Documentation such as school accommodation forms (IEP/504), work-related forms (including FMLA), and clearance letters are not completed during the initial visit.

    A thoughtful and clinically appropriate recommendation requires time to understand your history, symptoms, and needs.

    In most cases, documentation is considered after several visits—typically around the third visit or later—once an established treatment relationship is in place.

  • Follow-ups are typically:

    • Every 2–4 weeks when starting or adjusting medication

    • Every 1–3 months once stable

  • This practice is not an emergency service.

    If you are experiencing:

    • Suicidal thoughts with intent or plan

    • A mental health crisis

    • Severe or rapidly worsening symptoms

    please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

    Patients whose needs fall outside the scope of this practice—including those requiring acute, intensive, or higher levels of care—will be referred to appropriate services to ensure safety and proper support.

  • Getting started is simple:

    1. Schedule your consultation

    2. Complete intake forms through the secure portal

    3. Attend your evaluation