Female Psychiatrists in New York, NY
You deserve a psychiatric nurse practitioner who takes the time to understand your concerns. If you’re currently on medication, you might be wondering if there’s a more effective regimen with fewer side effects—or if medication is even the right choice for you. You don’t have to face these questions alone. Together, we’ll carefully review your treatment options, ensuring you feel informed and empowered at every step. While psychiatric medication can be important to feeling better, I often recommend psychotherapy as part of your mental health treatment.
You deserve a psychiatric nurse practitioner who takes the time to understand your concerns. If you’re currently on medication, you might be wondering if there’s a more effective regimen with fewer side effects—or if medication is even the right choice for you. You don’t have to face these questions alone. Together, we’ll carefully review your treatment options, ensuring you feel informed and empowered at every step. While psychiatric medication can be important to feeling better, I often recommend psychotherapy as part of your mental health treatment.
Dr. Vivian Lee graduated summa cum laude at Harvard University and received her medical degree from Cornell Medical College. She completed her training in adult psychiatry at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Lee has expertise in both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, and is thus able to provide integrated and comprehensive treatment tailored to each individual patient. Dr. Lee also has extensive experience in biomedical research and received her Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from Rockefeller University.
Dr. Vivian Lee graduated summa cum laude at Harvard University and received her medical degree from Cornell Medical College. She completed her training in adult psychiatry at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Lee has expertise in both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, and is thus able to provide integrated and comprehensive treatment tailored to each individual patient. Dr. Lee also has extensive experience in biomedical research and received her Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from Rockefeller University.
As child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst I am able to help with a consultation or ongoing treatment for young people, including young adults, who struggle with psychological, emotional, and psychiatric issues. Conditions I can be helpful with are Anxiety Disorders (such as Separation Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, Panic), Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder, Post-traumatic conditions, adjustment reactions, as well as difficulties in relationships and at the work place. I was educated in the US and in Europe, and enjoy working with international families.
As child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst I am able to help with a consultation or ongoing treatment for young people, including young adults, who struggle with psychological, emotional, and psychiatric issues. Conditions I can be helpful with are Anxiety Disorders (such as Separation Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, Panic), Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder, Post-traumatic conditions, adjustment reactions, as well as difficulties in relationships and at the work place. I was educated in the US and in Europe, and enjoy working with international families.
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, Burnout, Chronic Illness, Family Issues, Depression, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Insomnia & Sleep Issues, Loss, Grief, and Bereavement, Stress Management, Women’s Issues. 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 Jennifer and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anxiety, Burnout, Chronic Illness, Family Issues, Depression, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Insomnia & Sleep Issues, Loss, Grief, and Bereavement, Stress Management, Women’s Issues. 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.
Kunmi is a warm and compassionate board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with several years of experience treating individuals across the lifespan in various settings. She graduated with highest honors from Walden University with a Master of Science in Nursing Degree.
Kunmi is a warm and compassionate board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with several years of experience treating individuals across the lifespan in various settings. She graduated with highest honors from Walden University with a Master of Science in Nursing Degree.
Hello and Welcome. I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who sees patients of all ages struggling with mood disorder, anxiety disorders, trauma, loss, ADHD, adjustment difficulties, attachment issues, family/social/professional stress and/or overall difficulty functioning. My aim is always to meet patients where they are and work jointly to get a thorough understanding of their symptoms, situation and all other contributing factors. I think of mental health as the cornerstone of overall health and therefore aim to work on resiliency and optimizing mental wellness as opposed to simply addressing illness.
Hello and Welcome. I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who sees patients of all ages struggling with mood disorder, anxiety disorders, trauma, loss, ADHD, adjustment difficulties, attachment issues, family/social/professional stress and/or overall difficulty functioning. My aim is always to meet patients where they are and work jointly to get a thorough understanding of their symptoms, situation and all other contributing factors. I think of mental health as the cornerstone of overall health and therefore aim to work on resiliency and optimizing mental wellness as opposed to simply addressing illness.
I am an NYU-trained and board-certified psychiatrist. I provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care with a focus on building trust and understanding each individual's unique story. With clinical experience in China and France, I offer culturally sensitive care and speak Mandarin, Cantonese, and conversational French.
I am an NYU-trained and board-certified psychiatrist. I provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care with a focus on building trust and understanding each individual's unique story. With clinical experience in China and France, I offer culturally sensitive care and speak Mandarin, Cantonese, and conversational French.
Currently accepting new clients! Please email to schedule a complimentary consult call. Sana is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at The Midtown Practice. She has extensive inpatient and outpatient experience treating clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses, including mood, anxiety, and attention deficit disorders.
Currently accepting new clients! Please email to schedule a complimentary consult call. Sana is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at The Midtown Practice. She has extensive inpatient and outpatient experience treating clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses, including mood, anxiety, and attention deficit disorders.
I have extensive experience working collaboratively with patients to address symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD using evidence-based care with a trauma-informed approach. While I work with patients from all walks of life, I also have experience providing care for specific populations, including military veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and first responders, ensuring that my approach respects the unique experiences of each group.
I have extensive experience working collaboratively with patients to address symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD using evidence-based care with a trauma-informed approach. While I work with patients from all walks of life, I also have experience providing care for specific populations, including military veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and first responders, ensuring that my approach respects the unique experiences of each group.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Anjali and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Insomnia & Sleep Issues, Race & Cultural Identity, Stress Management, Relationship Issues, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Family Issues, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Gender, & Sexuality Topics. 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 Anjali and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of New York. I specialize in Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Insomnia & Sleep Issues, Race & Cultural Identity, Stress Management, Relationship Issues, College & Graduate Student Mental Health, Family Issues, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Gender, & Sexuality Topics. 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 Nancy and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving clients in California and New York. I specialize in depression, anxiety and 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.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Nancy and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving clients in California and New York. I specialize in depression, anxiety and 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.
Please book online on our website! Kristy Colangelo, PMHNP-BC. Accepting new patients with all major insurances! I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate their mental health challenges with compassion, expertise, and a personalized approach. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or more complex mental health conditions, my goal is to work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that meets your unique needs. I take the time to listen to your concerns, understand your individual experiences, and work collaboratively with you.
Please book online on our website! Kristy Colangelo, PMHNP-BC. Accepting new patients with all major insurances! I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate their mental health challenges with compassion, expertise, and a personalized approach. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or more complex mental health conditions, my goal is to work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that meets your unique needs. I take the time to listen to your concerns, understand your individual experiences, and work collaboratively with you.
Dr. Elizabeth L Leung is a board certified psychiatrist, who trained at New York Medical College and Icahn School of Medicine with fellowship training in psychosomatic medicine. Dr. Leung has expertise in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief. In an effort to stay current with all fields in psychiatry, she attends major academic conferences. Dr. Leung currently has affiliation with multiple prestige institutes and is associate clinical professor at Hoftra School of Medicine at Northwell Health.
Dr. Elizabeth L Leung is a board certified psychiatrist, who trained at New York Medical College and Icahn School of Medicine with fellowship training in psychosomatic medicine. Dr. Leung has expertise in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, trauma, and grief. In an effort to stay current with all fields in psychiatry, she attends major academic conferences. Dr. Leung currently has affiliation with multiple prestige institutes and is associate clinical professor at Hoftra School of Medicine at Northwell Health.
What draws me to this work is one's ability to change through insight, empathy and collaboration with another, that getting to know one's inner, and often unconscious, life over time can lead to changes within and without. The work also privileges one's emotions and emotional narrative, which I think is often not enough of a focus in today's society and in some cultures.
What draws me to this work is one's ability to change through insight, empathy and collaboration with another, that getting to know one's inner, and often unconscious, life over time can lead to changes within and without. The work also privileges one's emotions and emotional narrative, which I think is often not enough of a focus in today's society and in some cultures.
Dr. Ghim is a board-certified adult psychiatrist who focuses on building a strong therapeutic and collaborative environment with patients who are struggling with depression, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety including social, obsessive compulsive, and generalized anxiety disorders, amongst others. Dr. Ghim provides primarily psychiatric medication management, in conjunction with supportive, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) interventions, and other modalities of therapeutic treatment.
Dr. Ghim is a board-certified adult psychiatrist who focuses on building a strong therapeutic and collaborative environment with patients who are struggling with depression, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety including social, obsessive compulsive, and generalized anxiety disorders, amongst others. Dr. Ghim provides primarily psychiatric medication management, in conjunction with supportive, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) interventions, and other modalities of therapeutic treatment.
I specialize in treating disorders of substance use as well as underlying psychiatric conditions, such as mood and anxiety disorders, ADD and various others. My approach is holistic, and I utilize alternative and complementary medicine in addition to traditional, western psychopharmacology. I provide highly individualized care, and look closely at each patient's unique circumstances to find and address factors that may contribute to their complaint.
I specialize in treating disorders of substance use as well as underlying psychiatric conditions, such as mood and anxiety disorders, ADD and various others. My approach is holistic, and I utilize alternative and complementary medicine in addition to traditional, western psychopharmacology. I provide highly individualized care, and look closely at each patient's unique circumstances to find and address factors that may contribute to their complaint.
I am an Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in precision psychiatry. I received my graduate degree from Yale University School of Nursing in 2006. In addition to being a Nurse Practitioner, I have been a psychiatric RN for many years. Prior to entering Yale, I worked for 7 years on a major Harvard Medical School psychiatric teaching unit. I am a conservative prescriber and believe in using the smallest possible dosages of medication to treat a client's symptoms. I do very thorough initial evaluations with my clients and work with them closely until they are stable on their medications.
I am an Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in precision psychiatry. I received my graduate degree from Yale University School of Nursing in 2006. In addition to being a Nurse Practitioner, I have been a psychiatric RN for many years. Prior to entering Yale, I worked for 7 years on a major Harvard Medical School psychiatric teaching unit. I am a conservative prescriber and believe in using the smallest possible dosages of medication to treat a client's symptoms. I do very thorough initial evaluations with my clients and work with them closely until they are stable on their medications.
I work with adolescents and adults seeking thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care. Patients may come for help with ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood symptoms, or when a diagnosis or treatment plan needs a fresh look. I take time to understand the full clinical picture and work collaboratively with patients and, when appropriate, parents to develop a treatment plan that reflects their needs, preferences, and goals.
I work with adolescents and adults seeking thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care. Patients may come for help with ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood symptoms, or when a diagnosis or treatment plan needs a fresh look. I take time to understand the full clinical picture and work collaboratively with patients and, when appropriate, parents to develop a treatment plan that reflects their needs, preferences, and goals.
Hi! I’m Alyssa, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, burnout, and life transitions. I have experience at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) supporting medically complex children and adolescents, which has shaped my compassionate and collaborative approach to care. My goal is to create a comfortable, welcoming space where clients feel heard, supported, and understood.
Hi! I’m Alyssa, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, burnout, and life transitions. I have experience at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) supporting medically complex children and adolescents, which has shaped my compassionate and collaborative approach to care. My goal is to create a comfortable, welcoming space where clients feel heard, supported, and understood.
I treat people with difficulties in relationships, work, school, and social settings. I have an eclectic style in psychotherapy, with a psychodynamic focus, as well as administer medication when necessary. I will incorporate techniques to help with changing habits, lifestyle, and to encourage healthier coping skills. I also specialize in treating people with trauma in their background which is also helpful during this stressful time of forced isolation and collective fear.
I treat people with difficulties in relationships, work, school, and social settings. I have an eclectic style in psychotherapy, with a psychodynamic focus, as well as administer medication when necessary. I will incorporate techniques to help with changing habits, lifestyle, and to encourage healthier coping skills. I also specialize in treating people with trauma in their background which is also helpful during this stressful time of forced isolation and collective fear.
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FAQ - Psychiatrist Gender
Does it matter what gender a psychiatrist is?
Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, typically using a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. While clinical expertise is essential, feeling comfortable with your psychiatrist is equally important to the success of treatment. For some individuals, this means working with a provider who shares aspects of their identity—such as gender. A preference for a female psychiatrist often stems from a desire for greater relatability and the comfort of being supported by someone who may share similar lived experiences or perspectives.
What are the advantages of seeing a female psychiatrist?
Female psychiatrists may also possess particular expertise in specialty areas that can be especially relevant to certain patients. Although psychiatrists of all genders are equally qualified, some female practitioners have developed additional expertise in areas such as reproductive and perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, menopause-related mood changes, premenstrual mood disorders, and the psychological effects of gender-based trauma or discrimination. For patients navigating these concerns, working with a female psychiatrist may provide an added sense of validation, empathy, and trust—factors that can be especially meaningful in building a strong therapeutic relationship.
How to find a female psychiatrist
The Psychology Today online directory allows users to search specifically for female psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), with additional filters for clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, insurance acceptance, session costs, and languages spoken. Reviewing provider profiles helps you assess whether a psychiatrist's background, identity, and treatment philosophy align with your mental health needs and personal values. Considering identity factors in your provider search, such as gender, is a practical approach to finding a psychiatrist with whom you can communicate openly and build an effective therapeutic relationship.