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Top psychiatrists in Buffalo, NY accepting new patients

Dr. Amanda Staubitz

Dr. Amanda Staubitz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My love of Yoga and nature has been intertwined into my practice of psychiatry embedding aspects of mindfulness and wellness.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Dr. Elchin Gajiev

Dr. Elchin Gajiev

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“I provide compassionate, patient-centered care that integrates medication management with a holistic understanding of mental health.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD,

Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Providence Health Plan

Chiara Turechek

Chiara Turechek

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Poughkeepsie, NY


“I take a whole-person, collaborative approach. That means we look at what's going on in your life, not just a checklist of symptoms.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal Mental Health,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Dr. TyQuitta Perrier

Dr. TyQuitta Perrier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“We aim to meet clients where they are, and to collaboratively work together towards treatment goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sweden Jaswal

Sweden Jaswal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe that effective psychiatric care starts with listening, building trust, and creating a treatment plan that fits your individual needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Luis Cajina

Luis Cajina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

2104 Watch Hill Drive, Tarrytown, NY

“I meet patients where they are, creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space to talk openly about their needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Jessica Abreu

Jessica Abreu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and supported.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Janet Yager

Janet Yager

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Troy, NY


Janet “Jan” Yager is a board certified nurse practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience in psychiatric, adult, and family health. After earning her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from Stony Brook University, Jan took special interest in the disconnect between physical and mental health services. With a desire to provide a bridge between these aspects of care,

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Heidi Cropp

Heidi Cropp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rochester, NY


“I believe in building genuine connections with those I care for, taking time to hear each person's story...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Karel Winner

Karel Winner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York, NY


“I've spent nearly two decades in medicine and healthcare, and I pull all of it into the way I care for you.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Heather Henderson

Heather Henderson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Camillus, NY


“Heather will strive to assist you with navigating the twists and turns and ups and downs of life so that you are able to achieve wellness and your full potential.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Collins

Erik Collins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My intention is to accompany you on your journey, seeking to understand how you've adapted to your struggles.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Dr. Namgyal Bhutia

Dr. Namgyal Bhutia

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Astoria, NY


“I prioritize accessible, patient-centered psychiatric care delivered in patients' natural living environments rather than traditional hospital or clinic settings.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Dr. Laura Sherman

Dr. Laura Sherman

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I listen closely to patients to ensure that I choose the best medication for each individual patient.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mahreen Quadeer

Mahreen Quadeer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My work is grounded in the belief that each person holds an innate ability to heal themselves when provided with a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Dr. Shoshannah Pearlman

Dr. Shoshannah Pearlman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


Attention, impulse control, and trauma-related issues are often misunderstood, stigmatized, and poorly treated. With time and treatment, patients who are affected learn to recognize and compensate for their symptoms. Self-acceptance brings appreciation for their own energy, strengths, and resilience. Many continue to exciting lives of high achievement and satisfaction. It is my privilege to accompany you on this journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Intisar Ibrahim

Intisar Ibrahim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My approach to providing care is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized. I believe that healing begins in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel truly heard and understood.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Zhe Lin

Zhe Lin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • East Syracuse, NY


“Jessie takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach, working closely with individuals and families to develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Pema Ongmu

Pema Ongmu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care to adults seeking support with their mental health.

I believe that mental health care works best when it is collaborative and respectful. My goal is to create a comfortable and supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. Together, we work to develop a treatment plan that aligns with each person’s needs, goals, and overall well-being.

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, OCD,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Mary Salerno

Mary Salerno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I bring 27 years of experience in the medical field and a deep commitment to supporting mental health and healing.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford

Dr. Tarra Bates-Duford

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach? Baby, I mix everything. Person-centered, vibe-centered, chaotic-neutral energy — I'm pulling whatever tool works.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Stacey Davis

Stacey Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I provide medication management in conjunction with psychotherapy to provide meaningful and long-lasting results.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Stacey Davis

Stacey Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe in patient-led care. As your provider, I am here to listen and to answer any questions that you may have.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Raquel Lambert

Raquel Lambert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Edison, NY


“I draw on my diverse clinical background to provide care that's grounded in empathy, understanding, and truly listening to my patients.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Mary Arlow

Mary Arlow

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Buffalo, NY


“My approach is to provide personalized, trauma-informed, and collaborative care in a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.”

Anxiety, Depression, Maternal Mental Health, Sleep disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Elizabeth Hughes

Elizabeth Hughes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Towson, NY


“I am direct, I engage, challenge, interact, request that you expound on your answers, use metaphors, avoid jargon, look for and point to connections and patterns to help you understand yourself better.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Irina Chikvashvili

Dr. Irina Chikvashvili

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York, NY


“Double board certified child & adult psychiatrist in New York City. Currently an attending physician at Cohen Children's Medical Center, specializing in Emergency Psychiatry.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Colleen Spratt

Dr. Colleen Spratt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York, NY


Colleen Spratt is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who holds a doctorate (DNP) from Columbia University.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tolulope Kolawole

Dr. Tolulope Kolawole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Union, NY


“I specialize in working in diverse settings including crisis centers and outpatient and partial psychiatric programs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Holly Wilkins

Holly Wilkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I have a friendly and direct approach to care and enjoy discussing adjunctive therapies that can be helpful in treatment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Nathalie Avignon

Nathalie Avignon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My style prioritizes empathy, active listening, and collaborative engagement, nurturing a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients and tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Singer

Lisa Singer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in care for women, children, and adolescents, with a strong focus on ADHD, anxiety, and mood concerns. Many women seek care during periods of burnout, emotional overload, or major life transitions, and I provide calm, supportive, and collaborative care during these difficult moments. I also work closely with parents, helping children and teens feel safe and understood while supporting families with clear guidance and thoughtful treatment planning.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Dr. Pooja Tandon

Dr. Pooja Tandon

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Manalapan Township, NY


“I'm a board-certified psychiatrist who is dedicated to providing warm, individualized care for each person I work with.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Josette Hylton

Josette Hylton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Miramar, NY


“My approach is warm, compassionate and empathetic, patient-centered, holistic, evidence-based interventions such as CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Tanya Azarani

Tanya Azarani

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to empower you by giving you the tools to heal yourself, to prevent relapses in your symptoms, and help you create a life worth living, one that is joyful and meaningful to you.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Collica

Anthony Collica

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

17 West Street, Goshen, NY

“I help patients work through and over to the other side of their anxiety, trauma, depression, suicidal ideation, impulse control and psychosis.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Dr. Amy Romick

Dr. Amy Romick

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe you should leave each appointment feeling heard, understood, and with a clear plan moving forward.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Emily Anderson

Emily Anderson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My path to this work was shaped by my own lived experiences with major life transitions, growth, and resilience.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Dr. Claudine Sapini

Dr. Claudine Sapini

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I am an ANCC certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and DNP with graduate degrees from Molloy University. I have experience working with adolescents and adults facing various complex mental health issues in multiple settings.I approach each patient as a unique individual and tailor care accordingly. My style is all about challenging and empowering my patients while focusing on their needs. I help my patients achieve their highest level of functioning by providing thoughtful, patient‐centered treatment grounded in clinical excellence and collaborative care. I value a coordinated team structure where psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, and wellness providers work together on a unified treatment plan so patients can focus on getting better rather than navigating fragmented systems

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Dr. Tara Thompson

Dr. Tara Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • King of Prussia, NY


“I focus on reversing symptoms not just suppressing them by addressing root causes and promoting whole-body health.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, OCD,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

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