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Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD

Naheed Akhtar

Psychiatrist, MD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
8 Garden Street, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Let's Connect (845) 379-2748
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I love to help people! I completed my residency from Northshore University Hospital Manhasset NY. integrated within the Northwell health system - I have been practicing psychiatry and seeding hope for more than 20 years in all settings for Pt population like in-patients , community health centers and ER .During these years my focus has been to listen empathically and treat them the best i can .i was awarded by pronounced Vitals as the most compassionate dr who treat their pts with utmost kindness - also top rated by U.S News Health. My passion and profession meets here.
I treat all adult psychiatric issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD , panic disorder , bipolar disorder , schizophrenia, substance abuse, OCD , ADHD , ADD , eating disorder,
I focus on individual issues , analyzed them and treat by using psychopharmacology predominantly and some psychotherapy. My goal is to truly understand you first, and then help you in the best way possible.
Take the first step to help. Call or Naheed Akhtar now - (845) 379-2748

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

8 Garden Street

Rhinebeck, NY 12572 map

(845) 379-2748
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder 
Standard Visit $350, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (845) 379-2748
Photo of Naheed Akhtar, Psychiatrist, MD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

8 Garden Street

Rhinebeck, NY 12572 map

(845) 379-2748
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder 
Standard Visit $350, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Standard Visit $350
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Paypal, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CDPHP
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Update..I am accepting now Empire BCBS , Optum UHC, Aetna in network (Health first, Cigna out of network) please verify your insurance first
Photo of Naheed Akhtar, Psychiatrist, MD
Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (845) 379-2748
"
Update..I am accepting now Empire BCBS , Optum UHC, Aetna in network (Health first, Cigna out of network) please verify your insurance first
Photo of Naheed Akhtar, Psychiatrist, MD
Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (845) 379-2748

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: New York / 246388 Naheed Akhtar
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 22 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: New York / 246388
  • License: State of New Jersey 25MA12008500 / 2023
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Its a combination of Passion and profession .
Photo of Naheed Akhtar, Psychiatrist, MD
Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (845) 379-2748
"
Its a combination of Passion and profession .
Photo of Naheed Akhtar, Psychiatrist, MD
Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (845) 379-2748

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Chronic Illness
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (845) 379-2748
Photo of Naheed Akhtar, Psychiatrist, MD
Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (845) 379-2748

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Urdu

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Urdu

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
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Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (845) 379-2748
Photo of Naheed Akhtar, Psychiatrist, MD
Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (845) 379-2748

Location

Primary Location

8 Garden Street

Rhinebeck, NY 12572

(845) 379-2748

Nearby Areas

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Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (845) 379-2748
Photo of Naheed Akhtar, Psychiatrist, MD
Naheed Akhtar
Psychiatrist, MD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (845) 379-2748