Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in Port Jefferson Station, NY
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric NP treating children, adolescents, and adults. Many years of diversified Nursing experience afforded me the opportunity to cultivate my passion for Psychiatry. I specialize in anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, impulse disorders, and psychosis. I offer compassionate and comprehensive services to all who are seeking a safe and therapeutic environment toward a goal of optimal mental health and wellness. Our treatment approach will be more than medication management. It will be a collaborative one, working together to develop an individualized treatment plan to address your needs.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric NP treating children, adolescents, and adults. Many years of diversified Nursing experience afforded me the opportunity to cultivate my passion for Psychiatry. I specialize in anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, impulse disorders, and psychosis. I offer compassionate and comprehensive services to all who are seeking a safe and therapeutic environment toward a goal of optimal mental health and wellness. Our treatment approach will be more than medication management. It will be a collaborative one, working together to develop an individualized treatment plan to address your needs.
Hello, have you been feeling sad, anxious, unmotivated? Are you feeling overwhelmed with mental health issues? These are some of the issues I can help you with. I look forward to meeting you and working with you to meet your personal mental health goals. Life is a precious gift and every day is a new beginning to live our best lives. If you are not living your best life because of mental health issues, I can assist you to face the challenges in your path. I am accepting new clients Teens to Adults. I offer supportive therapy, medication management, and a holistic approach.
Hello, have you been feeling sad, anxious, unmotivated? Are you feeling overwhelmed with mental health issues? These are some of the issues I can help you with. I look forward to meeting you and working with you to meet your personal mental health goals. Life is a precious gift and every day is a new beginning to live our best lives. If you are not living your best life because of mental health issues, I can assist you to face the challenges in your path. I am accepting new clients Teens to Adults. I offer supportive therapy, medication management, and a holistic approach.
Prof. Pamela Rathburn-Ray
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, PMHNP, BC
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
I am a Board Certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner which includes care of: Pediatrics- ages 4- 12, teens 13- 18, adults and Perinatal patients. Are you looking for a provider who will listen, not just prescribe and send you on your way? I provide a comprehensive evaluation and will initiate medication management on your first visit. Follow up appointments consist of medication management and counseling, or I can assist you in finding a therapist if you do not already have one. I have over 35 years of clinical experience as a primary care provider and will work with you until we reach symptom control.
I am a Board Certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner which includes care of: Pediatrics- ages 4- 12, teens 13- 18, adults and Perinatal patients. Are you looking for a provider who will listen, not just prescribe and send you on your way? I provide a comprehensive evaluation and will initiate medication management on your first visit. Follow up appointments consist of medication management and counseling, or I can assist you in finding a therapist if you do not already have one. I have over 35 years of clinical experience as a primary care provider and will work with you until we reach symptom control.
My ideal clients are adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, or relationship challenges who feel stuck and seek practical, compassionate support. They come to my practice feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain, looking for clarity and relief in a nonjudgmental space.
My ideal clients are adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, or relationship challenges who feel stuck and seek practical, compassionate support. They come to my practice feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain, looking for clarity and relief in a nonjudgmental space.
Katarzyna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
My ideal clients are adults weighed down by depression, anxiety, or a racing, unfocused mind. Many arrive after months of trying to push through alone, unsure why things that once felt manageable suddenly don't. They're often high achievers who struggle to recognize their own worth, even while holding everything together for everyone else. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD, bringing a warm, non-judgmental presence to every session. Together, we build practical, solution-oriented strategies for lasting change, while making sure you feel heard and supported.
My ideal clients are adults weighed down by depression, anxiety, or a racing, unfocused mind. Many arrive after months of trying to push through alone, unsure why things that once felt manageable suddenly don't. They're often high achievers who struggle to recognize their own worth, even while holding everything together for everyone else. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD, bringing a warm, non-judgmental presence to every session. Together, we build practical, solution-oriented strategies for lasting change, while making sure you feel heard and supported.
Chris Karampahtsis, MD, MPH, is a Harvard trained, dually board-certified child & adolescent and adult psychiatrist. Currently an adjunct assistant professor of psychiatry at the NYU Long Island School of Medicine, he now brings his wealth of academic and clinical experience to seeing pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients at his private practice.
Chris Karampahtsis, MD, MPH, is a Harvard trained, dually board-certified child & adolescent and adult psychiatrist. Currently an adjunct assistant professor of psychiatry at the NYU Long Island School of Medicine, he now brings his wealth of academic and clinical experience to seeing pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients at his private practice.
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Dr Summerville is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist with Offices in Bayside & Hauppauge, seeing chilldren, teens and young adults, both in person & thru telemedicine as well. She completed her residency & fellowship at Northwell Health where she served as Chief Resident. She attended the State University of NY at Downstate. In addition she has provided services to Emotionally Disturbed and Blind children through The New York Institute For Special Education & she has provided psychiatric services in community-based clinics throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Dr Summerville is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist with Offices in Bayside & Hauppauge, seeing chilldren, teens and young adults, both in person & thru telemedicine as well. She completed her residency & fellowship at Northwell Health where she served as Chief Resident. She attended the State University of NY at Downstate. In addition she has provided services to Emotionally Disturbed and Blind children through The New York Institute For Special Education & she has provided psychiatric services in community-based clinics throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.
NP Offor provides evidence-based, individualized care for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), insomnia, and Bipolar II disorder.
My approach to care focuses on treating the whole person. I help patients understand their mental health, manage symptoms, develop personalized strategies to improve well-being, and achieve balanced health through compassionate, patient-centered care.
NP Offor provides evidence-based, individualized care for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), insomnia, and Bipolar II disorder.
My approach to care focuses on treating the whole person. I help patients understand their mental health, manage symptoms, develop personalized strategies to improve well-being, and achieve balanced health through compassionate, patient-centered care.
Do you or your child need help with attention problems, excessive worry, depressed or unstable mood, intrusive thoughts or other OCD symptoms?
You are always included in the decision-making process. I know getting the care you need can be frustrating, so I try to make it easy and straightforward. I welcome everyone with no judgement.
Do you or your child need help with attention problems, excessive worry, depressed or unstable mood, intrusive thoughts or other OCD symptoms?
You are always included in the decision-making process. I know getting the care you need can be frustrating, so I try to make it easy and straightforward. I welcome everyone with no judgement.
Three primary issues I can address with clients are managing ADHD symptoms, anxiety, and OCD.
Hi there, I'm Marissa Taylor, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have worked as an Emergency Room Nurse for over 10 years, then decided to continue my education and become a psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Master's degree from Stony Brook University in 2022 and my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Molloy College. My goal is to help patients who have difficulty finding a provider and, hopefully, provide them with virtual access to psychiatric care to support their needs. I aim to be someone a patient feels comfortable speaking with, being honest with, and making progress with in their mental health.
Three primary issues I can address with clients are managing ADHD symptoms, anxiety, and OCD.
Hi there, I'm Marissa Taylor, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have worked as an Emergency Room Nurse for over 10 years, then decided to continue my education and become a psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Master's degree from Stony Brook University in 2022 and my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Molloy College. My goal is to help patients who have difficulty finding a provider and, hopefully, provide them with virtual access to psychiatric care to support their needs. I aim to be someone a patient feels comfortable speaking with, being honest with, and making progress with in their mental health.
Using approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused care, I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety, depression, borderline personality, sleep issues, eating disorders, and more.
By providing a TRULY judgement-free space for you to openly share your thoughts, feelings and behaviors we will get to the root of what is causing you distress and work as a team to mitigate these and replace maladaptive behaviors with positive behaviors and routine.
Using approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused care, I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety, depression, borderline personality, sleep issues, eating disorders, and more.
By providing a TRULY judgement-free space for you to openly share your thoughts, feelings and behaviors we will get to the root of what is causing you distress and work as a team to mitigate these and replace maladaptive behaviors with positive behaviors and routine.
I work with both adolescents and adults facing a wide range of mental
health challenges, including depression, anxiety, OCD, and ADHD.
I am Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
(PMHNP-BC), and I am passionate about helping people navigate their
mental health journeys with compassion and care. I have been in practice
since 2016, specializing in psychiatric evaluations and medication
management.
I work with both adolescents and adults facing a wide range of mental
health challenges, including depression, anxiety, OCD, and ADHD.
I am Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
(PMHNP-BC), and I am passionate about helping people navigate their
mental health journeys with compassion and care. I have been in practice
since 2016, specializing in psychiatric evaluations and medication
management.
I specialize in treating trauma, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), providing personalized care to support healing and lasting change.
My goal is to empower individuals to achieve emotional wellness and resilience through personalized, compassionate care. I specialize in supporting those navigating anxiety, ADHD, depression, disordered eating, and trauma, as well as major life transitions. My approach integrates clinical expertise with empathy, prioritizing your goals, values, and lived experiences. I also provide comprehensive medication management and advanced diagnostic options, including FDA-cleared ADHD testing, for a truly holistic mental health experience.
I specialize in treating trauma, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), providing personalized care to support healing and lasting change.
My goal is to empower individuals to achieve emotional wellness and resilience through personalized, compassionate care. I specialize in supporting those navigating anxiety, ADHD, depression, disordered eating, and trauma, as well as major life transitions. My approach integrates clinical expertise with empathy, prioritizing your goals, values, and lived experiences. I also provide comprehensive medication management and advanced diagnostic options, including FDA-cleared ADHD testing, for a truly holistic mental health experience.
Susan Gisonda
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, PMH-C
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I treat conditions including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, depression, anxiety, panic, OCD and symptoms related to stress, such as sleep disruption.
Hearing your story will help us establish a collaborative partnership. We will work together to identify your mental health and wellness goals. I incorporate CBT and psychodynamic modalities into our sessions for skill building and enhancing self awareness for personal growth. I like to "keep it real" allowing for progress, but with a warm and humorous tone.
I treat conditions including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, depression, anxiety, panic, OCD and symptoms related to stress, such as sleep disruption.
Hearing your story will help us establish a collaborative partnership. We will work together to identify your mental health and wellness goals. I incorporate CBT and psychodynamic modalities into our sessions for skill building and enhancing self awareness for personal growth. I like to "keep it real" allowing for progress, but with a warm and humorous tone.
I am a child/adolescent psychopharmacologist with extensive experience treating various diagnoses .I specialize in ADHD, DMDD and depression. If your child or loved ones are not able to leave the house, in certain cases, I do make home visits for psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
I am a child/adolescent psychopharmacologist with extensive experience treating various diagnoses .I specialize in ADHD, DMDD and depression. If your child or loved ones are not able to leave the house, in certain cases, I do make home visits for psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
I specialize in providing medication management and therapy for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health concerns.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you're facing challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma. You may feel stuck, unsure how to move forward, or simply need more support than you've been getting. Whether you're navigating the complexities of young adulthood, dealing with the stresses of later life, or managing a mental health condition, your goal is to find relief, regain control, and experience a better quality of life. With years of experience in inpatient and outpatient care, I offer compassionate, non-judgmental guidance, always working collaboratively to create a treatment plan that feels right for you.
I specialize in providing medication management and therapy for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health concerns.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you're facing challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma. You may feel stuck, unsure how to move forward, or simply need more support than you've been getting. Whether you're navigating the complexities of young adulthood, dealing with the stresses of later life, or managing a mental health condition, your goal is to find relief, regain control, and experience a better quality of life. With years of experience in inpatient and outpatient care, I offer compassionate, non-judgmental guidance, always working collaboratively to create a treatment plan that feels right for you.
I provide medication management for children, teens, and young adults, specializing in OCD, anxiety, and ADHD, with extensive experience working with neurodivergent children and young adults.
I understand how emotional and overwhelming it can feel to seek mental health care for you or your child. As both a provider and a parent to a child with autism, OCD, and PANS/PANDAS, I bring compassion, patience, and real-world understanding to my work. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative space where families feel heard and guided.
I provide medication management for children, teens, and young adults, specializing in OCD, anxiety, and ADHD, with extensive experience working with neurodivergent children and young adults.
I understand how emotional and overwhelming it can feel to seek mental health care for you or your child. As both a provider and a parent to a child with autism, OCD, and PANS/PANDAS, I bring compassion, patience, and real-world understanding to my work. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative space where families feel heard and guided.
Primarily used for treatment-resistant depression, TMS also treats anxiety, OCD and PTSD.
With the use of therapy or medication I can treat you or your child so that impairments can be identified and functioning can improve. I diagnose and recommend treatments based on a comprehensive evaluation of personal history, stressors, and symptoms. I help clarify diagnoses, explore causes and offering support through medication or psychotherapy.
Primarily used for treatment-resistant depression, TMS also treats anxiety, OCD and PTSD.
With the use of therapy or medication I can treat you or your child so that impairments can be identified and functioning can improve. I diagnose and recommend treatments based on a comprehensive evaluation of personal history, stressors, and symptoms. I help clarify diagnoses, explore causes and offering support through medication or psychotherapy.
She subsequently completed her residency in psychiatry at Columbia University and the New York State Psychiatric Institute, where she served as a chief resident and worked with the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder research group.
In her private practice, Dr. Senter provides individualized psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to patients virtually throughout New York State. She enjoys learning about her patients comprehensively, and working together with patients to outline and implement a treatment plan that is evidence-based, and in line with each individual’s goals.
She subsequently completed her residency in psychiatry at Columbia University and the New York State Psychiatric Institute, where she served as a chief resident and worked with the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder research group.
In her private practice, Dr. Senter provides individualized psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to patients virtually throughout New York State. She enjoys learning about her patients comprehensively, and working together with patients to outline and implement a treatment plan that is evidence-based, and in line with each individual’s goals.
I have a wide range of experience working with patients with depression, anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder, OCD, PTSD, psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders, personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder, substance use disorders, neurocognitive disorders, and bipolar disorders.
I'm passionate about my work due to the ongoing stigma in the field, and I continue to promote mental health awareness to eradicate this illness’s stigma. I enjoy helping patients, involving the family/support system in their recovery, and taking a whole-body approach to enhance overall well-being.
I have a wide range of experience working with patients with depression, anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder, OCD, PTSD, psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders, personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder, substance use disorders, neurocognitive disorders, and bipolar disorders.
I'm passionate about my work due to the ongoing stigma in the field, and I continue to promote mental health awareness to eradicate this illness’s stigma. I enjoy helping patients, involving the family/support system in their recovery, and taking a whole-body approach to enhance overall well-being.
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FAQ - Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrist help with obsessive-compulsive disorder?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by recurring, intrusive thoughts that lead to repetitive behaviors, such as excessive cleaning, hand-washing, checking, counting, or hoarding. These behaviors often serve as temporary relief from distressing thoughts but can quickly become disruptive and time-consuming. OCD commonly begins in late childhood or adolescence and may fluctuate in intensity over time, often influenced by life changes or stress. For many, the condition can interfere with daily functioning, including school, work, relationships, and overall well-being. Seeking psychiatric care can therefore be a valuable step in learning how to manage and reduce the impact of OCD on everyday life.
How do psychiatrists treat OCD?
During appointmnts, psychiatrists typically review a client's symptoms and any current medications to determine an appropriate treatment approach. Psychiatrists who specialize in OCD often use a combination of medication and therapy to support symptom management. The most frequently prescribed medications for OCD are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) which can help reduce the intensity of obsessive thoughts and emotional distress. While not all psychiatrists provide therapy themselves, many collaborate with therapists to support interventions like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), a highly effective therapeutic method for treating OCD.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in OCD?
The Psychology Today online directory can be a helpful resource to search for psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in OCD. In addition to searching for psychiatrists who specialize in OCD, you may consider searching for psychiatrists who specialize in working with a particular population, such as children, or a certain co-occurring condition, such as anxiety. When searching for a provider, ask about their specific experience treating symptoms of OCD and what their approach to therapy and medication is. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.