Psychiatrists in Boston, MA

I am a Harvard trained, board certified, Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist with a private practice in Back Bay Area, Boston. I believe that, the treatment process begins by creating an empathic and trusting relationship between the clinician and patients. During my evaluation and ongoing work, I consider various factors such as, genetic predisposition, biological, psychological and social processes to understand the person fully. Academic affiliation with Boston University helps me stay abreast with not only the recent developments in the field of psychiatry but also with the cultural and evidence based treatments.

We specialize in ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, DMDD for children, adolescents/teens, and adults. We treat a small group of clients and focus on personalization of services. Allow us to provide quality care to you or your child.

Accepting new patients for virtual appointments. - Your and your family’s mental health is a priority, but you haven’t found the help you need. You’re working so hard, but you feel like you're spinning your wheels and you’re exhausted. Or maybe it’s about your child and you can’t help but wonder if the worries, fears, and irritability are affecting their friendships, academics, and goals. You’re ready for a change. You want a doctor who is going to work with you on a personalized plan for your unique needs. You want a doctor who brings a flexible, attentive, and well-rounded approach to treatment. We can help.

Dr. Toppelberg is an experienced, Harvard-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, usually working with ages 3-30. He evaluates and treats emotional/ behavioral difficulties including ADHD, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and selective mutism, and those preventing weight loss. He has focused on issues of performance at work, study and competitive sports. He regularly works with tour-level tennis players and other professional and student athletes. He is an expert in neurodevelopmental disabilities, as well as learning and language disabilities. He runs psychiatric services at an excellent school for children/adolescents with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities, the prestigious New England Center for Children.

All services provided via telehealth at this time. Licensed to provide services to clients located in MA or NH. We provide comprehensive outpatient behavioral health services to children, adolescents and adults including: consultation, psychiatric assessments, diagnostic formulation, medication management services, general wellness counseling and education.

Dr. Marken is a Columbia- and Cornell-trained, board-certified adult and child/adolescent psychiatrist. He was on faculty at Harvard Medical School and is now on faculty at New York University. Dr. Marken predominantly provides psychotherapy and/or medication management. He has a patient-centered approach that provides thorough and individualized care for your particular needs. As a physician, Dr. Marken focuses on the interaction between the biological, the psychological, and the environmental contributors to mental health. He is a member of the International Society for Sports Psychiatry and works with athletes at all levels.

My name is Christina Gormly and I am currently scheduling new clients for telehealth sessions. I specialize in caring for children, adolescents, and young adults. I take a warm and holistic approach, utilizing CBT and DBT methods to assist you in meeting your goals. I enjoy working with families with complex needs. I am certified by the ANCC to treat mental health conditions across the lifespan. I have extensive experience in treating eating disorders, as well as depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, trauma, attention deficit, and mood dysregulation.

Hi there! Thank you so much for being here. I am a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, committed to providing comprehensive and holistic mental health care to both adults and children. My approach to treatment is grounded in the latest evidence-based practices, yet deeply attuned to the unique circumstances and nuances of life. I believe that truly effective care emerges from a synthesis of scientific knowledge and compassionate, personalized attention.

Accepting new patients for virtual appointments. - Your and your family’s mental health is a priority, but you haven’t found the help you need. You’re working so hard, but you feel like you're spinning your wheels and you’re exhausted. Or maybe it’s about your child and you can’t help but wonder if the worries, fears, and irritability are affecting their friendships, academics, and goals. You’re ready for a change. You want a doctor who is going to work with you on a personalized plan for your unique needs. You want a doctor who brings a flexible, attentive, and well-rounded approach to treatment. We can help.

Currently accepting new patients! Seeking mental health treatment can be a daunting task. Congrats on taking this first step! At Kind Mind, we strive to create a warm, welcoming environment where patients can feel comfortable, heard and that they are in partnership with their doctor to meet their goals. Therapy can be a wonderful way for patients to understand themselves, relationships, and patterns of interacting in a deeper way to effect positive change in their lives. At times, medication is needed in conjunction with therapy to address acuity of symptoms and augment progress. We also provide medication evaluation and treatment.

I started my career in nursing in 2016 as an RN at McLean Hospital, working on a substance use disorder unit for adults. In 2017 I completed an NP eating disorder fellowship through Walden Behavioral Care. In 2017 I began working in the MGH Ed performing crisis psychiatric evaluations and follow ups for patients through the lifespan. I continue to work part-time with the Acute psychiatric services team at MGH. 2019-2020 I worked inpatient child psychiatry in Savannah, GA. I am currently working at Boston Children’s Hospital in Waltham on the inpatient and CBAT units.

Do you feel like you are constantly fighting with your own brain? You try to concentrate on a task but your mind constantly wanders off. Your friends joke that you have no concept of time but you wonder when they will tire of your inconsistency. You struggle in social settings with worry that you are talking too much or lose track of what someone is talking with you about when in conversation. Your finances are a mess or you just can’t seem to hold on to savings. Social media has you thinking you might have ADHD and you are ready to find answers.

I am an inpatient adult, child & adolescent psychiatric and urgent care outpatient provider and a hospital attending. I am an Ivy League graduate and retired Army officer. I have both the experience, determination, critical thinking, and teamwork skills to help heal your body and mind and return you to full functionality within my scope of practice. I treat ADHD in Massachusetts (not Washington state) and most all other conditions in WA & MA including serious mental illness from bipolar disorder to schizophrenia. Always feels free to send me a message if you feel I can help you! We will work together to find you a solution!

I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services by telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.

Hello! My name is Chelsia Burkes-Brown, and I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of nursing experience in psychiatry.

I am a Johns-Hopkins trained, award-winning Harvard psychiatrist, affiliated with McLean and Mass General Brigham, quadruple board certified in Addiction Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Adult Psychiatry, and Child Psychiatry. Do you feel no one understands your unspeakable sorrow, helplessness, insecurity, or regret? You don't have to endure alone. I have helped a diverse group: abuse survivors, addiction recoverees, children with anxiety, elders with dementia, missionaries, LGBTQ individuals, physicians, attorneys, administrators, etc. I advocate for using the least amount of medications and non-medication approach whenever possible.

I am a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner specializing in comprehensive and patient-centered psychopharmacological management. I am trained across the lifespan and have a unique passion working with children and adolescents. With years of inpatient RN and outpatient NP experience and a passion for helping individuals navigate their mental health journey, I offer a personalized approach to medication management. I understand that each person's needs are unique, and I take the time to listen attentively to your concerns, goals, and preferences.

Global Behavioral Healthcare offers comprehensive mental health services in both outpatient and tele-psychiatry formats, catering to individuals residing in the Waltham and Boston regions. The convenience of tele-psychiatry allows you to receive support from the comfort of your home using a computer or phone. We gladly welcome new patients and accommodate those with busy schedules by providing evening and weekend hours. At Global Behavioral Healthcare, you will receive expert care from Annet Kabuusu, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with extensive experience across various settings, including hospitals.

Harvard-trained. Johns Hopkins-trained. Because expertise and experience matter. If you or your child is having difficulties with your relationships, your academic/professional demands, or your emotional well-being, I can help. I assist professionals, business leaders, and other high achievers in removing the psychological barriers that interfere with their progress so that they can reach their full potential. In order to focus exclusively on my patients, I do not accept any medical insurance. However, your medical insurance company may reimburse you for a significant portion of your paid fees (you must contact your insurance company for details).