Sex Therapy Psychiatrists in New York, NY
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Michael A Ketteringham
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified
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My training in addiction and
sex therapy
enhances my ability to treat an array of mental health issues including but not limited to depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, OCD, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and personality disorders.
Mental health and its treatment are stigmatized, rendering the initiation of treatment intimidating for many. That is why I provide a professional and empathetic space for consultation and treatment; everyone should be comfortable seeking the care they feel they need. I also utilize telepsychiatry when appropriate to increase access to care. I am dual board certified in adult general psychiatry and addiction. I have also specialized in clinical training in
sex therapy
and I am affiliated with NYU's Program in Human
Sexuality
. I offer both treatment for patients and supervision for other mental health professionals.
Stephen Snyder
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I'm a
sex
and relationship therapist in Manhattan, where for the past 30 years I've helped over 1,500 men, women, and couples feel better about lovemaking and relationships. I'm also Associate Clinical Professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, a frequent guest on national media, and the author of the new book "Love Worth Making: How to Have Ridiculously Great
Sex
in a Long-Lasting Relationship" (St Martin's Press, 2018). Unlike most
sex
therapists, I'm also an M.D. --- which can be important since
sexuality
is on the border between the mind and the body.
Waitlist for new clients
Rachel Freiermiller Sivek
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
In addition to general psychiatric care, I offer specialized care in reproductive psychiatry, trauma, and
sex therapy
.
I am a psychiatrist located in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, trained in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. As a psychiatrist, I have the pleasure of working with a variety of patients and can easily tailor treatment to each patient’s specific needs. For some patients, therapy is enough. For most, the combination of therapy, medication, and lifestyle interventions results in remission of symptoms. In my practice, I strive to create an intimate, safe space for self-exploration and personal growth. I am supportive, nonjudgmental, and empathetic. We will focus on what you want out of treatment and help you achieve your goals.
Eric Yarbrough
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Some examples of the reasons why people see me are: Treatment of depression, anxiety, mood, and psychotic symptoms; LGBTQ-affirming psychotherapy; Gay Men's Mental Health needs; Stage of life issues and relationship difficulties;
Sex Therapy
- All sexual orientations and gender identities; Substance use concerns including buprenorphine treatment.
I started my training by completing medical school at the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. For the first three years of my career I worked at St. Luke's Hospital both as Associate Training Director and as a general outpatient psychiatrist for patients, including those living with serious mental illness.
Angeliki Pesiridou
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I was born and raised in Athens, Greece and attended medical school in Padua, Italy. I completed my psychiatric residency at Mount Sinai West (formerly known as St. Luke's Roosevelt) hospital in New York. I completed my
sex therapy
training at the University of Michigan. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA+ population. I am able to conduct evaluations and write letters for gender marker changes, hormone therapy, and gender affirming surgery procedures. Furthermore I am working with non-monogamy/polyamory, BDSM/Kink, relationship issues,
sex therapy
,
sex
work and trauma issues.
Madeleine M Castellanos
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I have 2 different, but overlapping, focuses in my practice. I am a holistic/nutritional psychiatrist, using a functional medicine approach to health and wellness, thereby trying to reduce or eliminate the need for medications. I also have a 15yr+ specialty in
sex therapy
with couples/individuals treating all sexual dysfunctions in all areas of desire, arousal, orgasm, pain, or sexual issues that interfere with a couple's happiness. I give couples & individuals a holistic understanding of their sexual difficulties - incorporating physical, psychological, emotional, and relational - to enhance sexual pleasure while maintaining balance in one's physical and emotional health.
Sean X Luo
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Columbia-trained general and addiction psychiatrist and researcher. My practice focuses on delivering high-quality treatment to a small number of patients. I focus on complex substance use, co-morbid/dual diagnoses cases such as Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and depression, and behavioral addictions such as
sex
/gaming addiction. I conduct both talk therapy and use medications in my practice and work with both patients and their families. The goal is transformative change in behavior patterns to help patients achieve their highest level of functioning.
Varendra J Gosein
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have special interests in Social anxiety, Depression, OCD, gender and
sexuality
issues, and the relationship between leadership, resilience and burnout.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist who completed training at the NYU School of Medicine. I understand that the decision to ask for help can be a scary one for many reasons. Your mental health can be impacted by your current stressors, prior stressful life experiences, and your cultural background. The first step towards achieving wellness is asking for help. My approach to mental health and wellbeing recognizes these experiences and provides a professional, safe and confidential place to address your concerns and get the care that you need.
Tiziano Colibazzi
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am also a psychoanalyst and faculty member of the Columbia Center for Psychonanalytic Training and Research as well as a
sex
therapist at the NYU Program in Human
Sexuality
.
I am Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University and a board-certified psychiatrist committed to offering comprehensive care for individuals, couples and families. I practice and value psychotherapy because it can be an enormously powerful tool to enhance personal growth, learning and self-discovery. Being a physician enables me to offer the option of medication when needed. This has the advantage of integrating both types of treatments with one provider only. If you are already in psychotherapy, I will work in coordination with your therapist to achieve the best result.
Frances W. Lee
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Harvard and NYU-trained psychiatrist practicing in New York City who treats adults, adolescents, and couples. I have special interests in mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, weight and body image issues, relationship issues, and sleep disorders. I also have expertise in perinatal mental health and sexual dysfunction therapy. In my practice I see patients for both psychopharmacology and/or psychotherapy with emphasis on supportive, dynamic, interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, and
sex therapy
modalities.
Zachary Rothwell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified
Verified
I do not prescribe medication. I provide therapy for adults struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. I am kink allied and
sex
positive. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
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Raymond Zakhari
Psychiatric Nurse, DNP, EdM, PMHNP, FNP, ANP
Verified
Verified
Are you at the top of your industry? Do a lot of people rely on you to be mentally and physically well? Executives, performers, professional athletes, and medical professionals tend to neglect their own mental health. This is a convenient mental health solution that combines talk therapy and psychopharmacology as needed. Perhaps you are dealing with drug or alcohol dependence, porn addiction, or chronic anxiety. Perhaps you have a history of sexual abuse and neglect. I have heard it all and you can speak freely without fear of judgment or shame.
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Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
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Barbara Bartlik
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
My private practice is located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan and also via telemedicine. I have been treating women, men, and couples with emotional problems, sexual dysfunction, weight management concerns, and matters of general health and wellness for thirty years.
Phillip E. Romero, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
You’ve achieved conventional success. Despite being financially stable with a family or successful career, you feel overwhelmed. Stress is constant. You feel out of control. So many things seem wrong (when they should be right). It’s so hard to communicate how you feel. Little disappointments trigger big stress. No matter how hard you try, it’s never enough. You feel like a hostage to your own life. Is this burnout?
Samuel Basch
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and a Psychoanalyst trained at the Columbia University Psychoanalytic Institute. I have over 25 years experience treating people suffering from anxiety, depression, panic and bipolar disorders and schizophrenia. I also work with patients who have conflict in their everyday lives with personal relationships and work-related stress and who have obsessive compulsive, eating and sexual disorders. Additionally, I provide psychological care to people who are medically ill. My approach is highly individualized and I work with patients to consider their specific circumstances in formulating treatment plans.
Dr. Vijal Parikh, D.O.
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified
Verified
As a licensed medical doctor and practicing psychiatrist, I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental conditions. As an osteopathic, physician, my philosophy incorporates a complete integration of the mind and the body. My training, both in psychopharmacology (medication) and psychotherapy (talk therapy), helps me incorporate both treatment modalities in my practice. This approach also relates to work I do in public mental health where I work part time providing mental health care to the homeless, severely mentally ill and LGBT at risk youth.
Scott Warhit
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am a board certified, licensed psychiatrist, working in Manhattan. I graduated from the University of Vermont College of Medicine and completed my residency at Mount Sinai St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital. My patients face a wide array of diagnoses and challenges, and I use a multidimensional approach in order to devise individualized treatment plans that include the use of medication and/or psychotherapy. My training is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I am committed to helping my patients develop the tools they need to lead meaningful and healthy lives.
Ziv E Cohen
Psychiatrist, MD, ABPN, FAPA
Verified
Verified
Ziv E. Cohen, MD, trained in medicine and psychiatry at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, at Cornell University, and at Columbia University. He is a board certified psychiatrist maintaining a private practice focusing on Mood and Anxiety Disorders in adults and adolescents. Dr. Cohen offers TMS therapy, a medication free, cutting edge technology to treat depression using magnetic neuro-stimulation. He also offers Ketamine therapy, a cutting edge pharmacological approach to treating depression.
Lindsay Thomas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B, MSN
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Lindsay has been a practicing psychiatric provider since 2007. She is an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).Lindsay is experienced in treating adult patients in both private practice as well as community mental health settings. She has experience working with patients from different backgrounds and with a variety of mental health diagnoses. She brings a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to her practice and making sure her patients feel they are being heard is important to Lindsay.
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Sex Therapy Psychiatrists
Who is sex therapy for?
Sex problems are common in relationships. Many people want a better sex life and want to feel loved and desired by their partner. It is difficult for couples to resolve sexual problems on their own because people often feel ashamed to talk about their sexual desires fearing they are not normal, when in fact a very broad range of preferences and behaviors are normal. A sex therapist can help clarify this and other matters.
Why do people need sex therapy?
Many people do not know how to talk about their erotic needs or their emotional needs, both of which are addressed in sex therapy. Couples often live with sexual difficulties for years before seeking help, and in that time, partners may experience so much disappointment and alienation that they may fear their problems mean they are incompatible. Once people experience disappointment, it is difficult to find resolution without help.
What happens in sex therapy?
People have many misconceptions about what takes place in sex therapy. First, it is a form of talk therapy in which partners discuss their sexual concerns; it does not involve touching or physical exploration of any kind. Sex therapy typically helps couples get comfortable talking to each other about sex so that, in the privacy of their home life, they can openly discuss their sexual desires and make decisions about what they want to do. Couples are typically assigned activities to do at home that build intimacy skills.
What kinds of problems do sex therapists treat?
Very often, partners differ in their degree of sexual desire and struggle over how often to have sex. Or they may have fights about porn use or have difficulty connecting sexually after one partner is unfaithful. Men may have problems with premature ejaculation. Women may find themselves struggling to become aroused or to achieve an orgasm. Sometimes partners feel like they have lost the sense of attraction to their partner. These are all common issues dealt with in sex therapy.
About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in New York is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
New York Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in New York has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in New York, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. New York Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in New York is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
New York Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in New York has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in New York, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. New York Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.