Telepsychiatry for New York

Hi, I look forward to meeting you! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and US Army Reservist with over 5 years of nursing experience. I'm skilled in providing exceptional care to my clients experiencing mental illness and substance abuse. I utilize medication management and psychotherapy treatment regimens to treat Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety Disorder, and Depressive Disorders and enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ populations. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.

Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Emily and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety and bipolar. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.

Do you feel like you're trudging through life, weighed down by a constant sense of sadness & worry? Perhaps the joy you once knew has faded, replaced by a persistent feeling of being stuck. You're not alone. Millions of adults struggle with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, and an overwhelming sense of being trapped in a cycle of negativity. I understand the profound impact these conditions can have on your daily life. The relentless drain of energy, the crippling anxieties, & the sense of hopelessness can make even the simplest tasks feel insurmountable. You may yearn for the vibrant life you once had, but the path forward seems unclear.

I am a trained Doctor of Nursing Practice, licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and Assistant Professor. I assess, diagnose, prescribe, and treat individuals with mental health needs across the lifespan. I use integrative medicine, an evidence-based, patient-centered approach fusing conventional and complementary interventions together to address the needs of the "whole person." I combine armamentarium of body, psyche, and collective knowledge through relationships and connections within the Universe missioned to unearth deeply rooted issues, promoting healing rather than "band-aiding symptoms."

Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Courtney and I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I graduated with a Masters of Science in Psychiatric Nursing from Sage College. My specializations includes Medication Management, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Depression, OCD, schizophrenia and Eating Disorders. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.

Many of my patients found only temporary relief from prior treatments and are interested in a real change. If you are motivated and prefer someone who does not recommend medications easily and believes in getting to the root of problems, I may be the person for you. I am a very experienced clinician, providing individualized treatment based on thorough assessment and refers you to therapists who would be a better match for you. I have trained at Cornell and Columbia and I am on the faculty at both places. I am a training and supervising analyst at Columbia and am expert in TFP (Transference Focused Psychotherapy).

Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Jennifer and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, sleep issues and Insomnia, Seasonal Affective Disorder, loss & grief, as well as medication management. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.

I’m a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of nursing experience. I am familiar with depression, anxiety, insomnia as well as the panic disorder, bipolar 2 and adhd disorders. I like to educate my clients about mental health and medications, proper drug use and interactions, adverse drug reactions, and the course and prognosis of mental illness.

I am a fully licensed psychiatrist serving the NYC community with over 20 years of medical experience. Understanding the uniqueness of each patient’s situation is my main focus. I use my experience and continued learning to provide outstanding medication management therapy to promote healthy living and a better quality of life for all my patients. I stay dedicated to my patients and work in collaboration with them to identify the most effective treatment plan with consultations being catered appropriately to accommodate each individual’s needs and concerns so that they can meet their full potential.

James Dusenbury, offers medication assessment and management. HE is licensed as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in New York State. Additionally, he holds a National Board Certification in Psychiatry from the ANCC. James has over 15 years of experience in psychiatry and started his own private practice, Different Approach Therapy, inc. . He has worked in both clinical and administrative roles at Bellevue and Mount Sinai Hospitals, and Jacobi Medical Center. James has also worked in the psychiatric emergency room at Coney Island Hospital.

Melissa Cardinal is a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner. Melissa Cardinal specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and adult ADHD. Through the use of psychopharmacology, she treats these disorders successfully. Ms. Cardinal incorporates a holistic treatment approach, including Complementary Alternative Medicine, which has resulted in clients reporting increases in wellness, personal satisfaction, and fulfillment. Melissa also tailors her treatment plan according to genetic testing, another step in her efforts to improve the quality of life for her patients.

I have been both a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and a Pediatric Medical Registered Nurse for over 15 years. I have helped heal the child physically, and emotionally. I’ve assisted pre-teens and teenagers through their transition into adulthood. My youngest patient was one hour old, my eldest was 102 years old. I have traveled the country and have met, cared for, and treated people of different backgrounds, cultures, socioeconomic status, race, sexual orientation, and gender. My work experience as a Psychiatric NP includes an emergency room, outpatient, and inpatient psychiatric unit.

Hi, my name is Sarah Manco. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I am licensed to practice and prescribe medications in Arizona, New York, and South Carolina. I have been a PMHNP for 16 years. My theoretical approaches are patient-centered, interpersonal, and supportive. The type of clients I treat may have symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, and bipolar disorders. I am comfortable with all types of people and understanding of the LGBTQ community.

I am Douglas A Reed, a doctorally prepared advanced practice nurse. I am certified as a family and psychiatric nurse practitioner, for which I've been in practice for more than five years, working in outpatient settings. My therapy approach is holistic, integrative, and collaborative prioritizing the client's needs to develop a patient-centered treatment plan. I use an evidence-based and patient-centered approach to providing care to clients. The client-provider relationship is paramount; therefore, I engage in psychodynamic principles to build a strong foundation between myself and the client.

Hope is a board certified Family nurse practitioner who also specializes as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP). She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adults. Hope possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build rapport with patients. She follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition.

Dr. Welge completed his Residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, based at Elmhurst Hospital Center in Queens, NY. For most of the past 10 years, Dr. Welge has primarily worked as an Outpatient Psychiatrist in a Community-based Behavioral Health Center in rural Pennsylvania, where he enjoyed building relationships with clients. Dr. Welge also has a Master's in Physiology, and that background served as a strength, as one's medical issues become as important as one's psychiatric issues as one ages.

Hello there! I'm Dr. Henrietta O. Okpala, your friendly neighborhood Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I'm all about giving you the kind of mental health care that feels like it's made just for you and your loved ones. My mission? To be there for everyone who needs help, especially those in tough spots like shelters or with limited means. My nursing career kicked off with top honors, and I didn't stop there—I went on to master the world of psychiatry and even got my Doctorate. But it's not just about the diplomas on my wall; it's about making sure you get the latest and greatest in mental health care.

My name is Erica Johnson. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have over 13 years of experience in mental health. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services. As a PMHNP, my role includes providing education, advocating for mental health, providing therapy, and managing medication. In addition to medication management, I also incorporate cognitive behavioral health therapy (CBT), emotionally focused as well as person-centered techniques into treatment with clients.

My primary goal is to help you or your child heal and be the best version of yourself. Our initial meeting will include psychiatric evaluation and assessment of need for medication. I am well-versed in psychotherapy and natural healing and use various modalities to help individuals regain both emotional and physical health. Our work will help you connect more deeply in your most important relationships and live with purpose.