LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists in Staten Island, NY

I have a particular focus on the unique needs of Asian American and LGBTQIA+ communities, recognizing how culture and identity shape mental health.
My clinical training at Rivia Mind equipped me to deliver patient-centered treatment rooted in collaboration and trust. Together, we'll set clear, achievable objectives, allowing you to measure progress and stay empowered throughout your journey. My style is action-focused, ensuring your time in sessions feels purposeful and aligned with your personal goals.
I have a particular focus on the unique needs of Asian American and LGBTQIA+ communities, recognizing how culture and identity shape mental health.
My clinical training at Rivia Mind equipped me to deliver patient-centered treatment rooted in collaboration and trust. Together, we'll set clear, achievable objectives, allowing you to measure progress and stay empowered throughout your journey. My style is action-focused, ensuring your time in sessions feels purposeful and aligned with your personal goals.

I have also worked with young adults in school-based settings, the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with autism.
Therapy is like going to the gym—just as we exercise to strengthen our bodies, therapy helps us build emotional resilience and develop the tools we need to navigate life’s challenges. Whether through therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, I work collaboratively with clients to find the best path forward.
I have also worked with young adults in school-based settings, the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with autism.
Therapy is like going to the gym—just as we exercise to strengthen our bodies, therapy helps us build emotional resilience and develop the tools we need to navigate life’s challenges. Whether through therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, I work collaboratively with clients to find the best path forward.

I’ve worked with pregnant and postpartum women, college students, veterans, young professionals, and LGBTQ+ clients, tailoring my care to respect each individual’s experiences and identity.
With over 8 years of nursing experience, I’ve dedicated my career to supporting individuals through some of life’s most significant moments—whether in labor and delivery, pain management, or specialized bereavement care. My journey into psychiatry was a natural progression, driven by my passion for understanding the intricate connections between physical and mental health. I pay close attention to every aspect of your care, from adjusting medication doses to ensuring you fully understand your treatment plan. I strive to empower you with tools to build resilience and take meaningful steps toward a healthier, more balanced life.
I’ve worked with pregnant and postpartum women, college students, veterans, young professionals, and LGBTQ+ clients, tailoring my care to respect each individual’s experiences and identity.
With over 8 years of nursing experience, I’ve dedicated my career to supporting individuals through some of life’s most significant moments—whether in labor and delivery, pain management, or specialized bereavement care. My journey into psychiatry was a natural progression, driven by my passion for understanding the intricate connections between physical and mental health. I pay close attention to every aspect of your care, from adjusting medication doses to ensuring you fully understand your treatment plan. I strive to empower you with tools to build resilience and take meaningful steps toward a healthier, more balanced life.

Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.

I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner. I have experience treating mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship issues, self-esteem problems, sleep disorders, stress, trauma, PTSD, gender issues, mood disorders, and more. I have been providing therapy since 2018 and works with patients ages 18 and 64.
I am a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner. I have experience treating mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship issues, self-esteem problems, sleep disorders, stress, trauma, PTSD, gender issues, mood disorders, and more. I have been providing therapy since 2018 and works with patients ages 18 and 64.

Have you ever felt like life is just too much: like you're stuck, disconnected, or just simply not yourself? Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trouble focusing, or just simply trying to navigate the whirlwind of life’s changes, you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you are a college student drowning in stress or an adult trying to juggle career, family, and personal challenges, I’m here to help you find balance. If you've been turning to online resources for answers, let's hit pause and work together to uncover the solutions that are right for you!
Have you ever felt like life is just too much: like you're stuck, disconnected, or just simply not yourself? Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trouble focusing, or just simply trying to navigate the whirlwind of life’s changes, you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you are a college student drowning in stress or an adult trying to juggle career, family, and personal challenges, I’m here to help you find balance. If you've been turning to online resources for answers, let's hit pause and work together to uncover the solutions that are right for you!

SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, NP-C
Not Verified Not Verified
Staten Island, NY 10314
My ideal client is aware they have physical or mental health and concerns needing to be addressed by a medical professional. I understand there can be a wide range of issues and I am more than ready to guide and assist clients to reach their health goals. My ideal client is prepared to work together and achieve our planned objectives.
My ideal client is aware they have physical or mental health and concerns needing to be addressed by a medical professional. I understand there can be a wide range of issues and I am more than ready to guide and assist clients to reach their health goals. My ideal client is prepared to work together and achieve our planned objectives.

BrighterSpace Mental Healthcare
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
She is a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner deeply committed to helping individuals achieve mental wellness and build resilience from pre-teen through adulthood. With over 20 years of nursing experience, she offers a compassionate, empathetic, and personalized approach to mental health care, ensuring that each individual receives the attention, understanding, and support they deserve.
Her expertise spans assessment, diagnosis, relationship-building, and medication management, offering comprehensive care for various mental health concerns. Mesode creates personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs.
She is a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner deeply committed to helping individuals achieve mental wellness and build resilience from pre-teen through adulthood. With over 20 years of nursing experience, she offers a compassionate, empathetic, and personalized approach to mental health care, ensuring that each individual receives the attention, understanding, and support they deserve.
Her expertise spans assessment, diagnosis, relationship-building, and medication management, offering comprehensive care for various mental health concerns. Mesode creates personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs.

Kemisola Ebietomiye
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting New Patients Across Newyork! Are you grappling with feelings of forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, or constant distractions? Do you find it hard to muster the motivation to face the day, feeling tearful without reason, or struggling with restless nights? If trauma has left you feeling anxious and on edge, remember, you are not alone.
Accepting New Patients Across Newyork! Are you grappling with feelings of forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, or constant distractions? Do you find it hard to muster the motivation to face the day, feeling tearful without reason, or struggling with restless nights? If trauma has left you feeling anxious and on edge, remember, you are not alone.

I'm so glad you found me! I have 30 years of experience & am double board certified in family medicine and psychiatry. I specialize in women's mental health, perinatal & reproductive psychiatry. I accept many of the major insurance plans too!
My approach is personalized & individualized because there is no one size fits all in mental health care. It starts with taking the time to listen & really hear what you have to say. So reach out - let's talk and see if we are a good fit.
I'm so glad you found me! I have 30 years of experience & am double board certified in family medicine and psychiatry. I specialize in women's mental health, perinatal & reproductive psychiatry. I accept many of the major insurance plans too!
My approach is personalized & individualized because there is no one size fits all in mental health care. It starts with taking the time to listen & really hear what you have to say. So reach out - let's talk and see if we are a good fit.

*Currently accepting new patients via telepsychiatry.* I am ready to help you! I have been a Registered Nurse for 12+ years and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for 9+ years, and my mission is to improve your life. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, depression, and ADHD for adults, and older adults. I view psychiatry through a holistic standpoint, in which I use the mind and the body to help you get to the wellness that you so deserve.
*Currently accepting new patients via telepsychiatry.* I am ready to help you! I have been a Registered Nurse for 12+ years and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for 9+ years, and my mission is to improve your life. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, depression, and ADHD for adults, and older adults. I view psychiatry through a holistic standpoint, in which I use the mind and the body to help you get to the wellness that you so deserve.
Meet Our LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists

Terron Alexis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, my name is Terron and I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 5 years of nursing experience. I graduated with my Masters of Science in Nursing from Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing. I specialize in Medication Management, Depression and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I work at Lavender where we believe that psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive, intimidating or impossible to access.
Hello, my name is Terron and I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 5 years of nursing experience. I graduated with my Masters of Science in Nursing from Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing. I specialize in Medication Management, Depression and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I work at Lavender where we believe that psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive, intimidating or impossible to access.

I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist in New York City . I have trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, family/marital therapy, as well as psychiatric medication management. I believe that brain health is the key to every form of well being, and every individual regardless of their diagnosis or symptoms, has the potential to be healthier. Whether your reasons for seeking treatment include hallucinations, irritability, dysphoria, insomnia, wanting to perform better at work-the core principles of treatment are often similar.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist in New York City . I have trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, family/marital therapy, as well as psychiatric medication management. I believe that brain health is the key to every form of well being, and every individual regardless of their diagnosis or symptoms, has the potential to be healthier. Whether your reasons for seeking treatment include hallucinations, irritability, dysphoria, insomnia, wanting to perform better at work-the core principles of treatment are often similar.

Welcome! My name is Alexis, and I am honored to support your mental wellness journey. As a psychiatric provider focusing on holistic medication management, I specialize in integrating evidence-based medication strategies with a comprehensive understanding of your overall well-being. Medications can be a powerful tool, but I also explore lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition, and stress management to create a personalized care plan. My mission is to help you achieve meaningful and lasting improvement.
Welcome! My name is Alexis, and I am honored to support your mental wellness journey. As a psychiatric provider focusing on holistic medication management, I specialize in integrating evidence-based medication strategies with a comprehensive understanding of your overall well-being. Medications can be a powerful tool, but I also explore lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition, and stress management to create a personalized care plan. My mission is to help you achieve meaningful and lasting improvement.
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Although I specialize in LGBTQ+ mental health, I also have expertise in treating individuals struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, and sleep disturbances.
I combine evidence-based treatments, such as medication management and psychotherapy, with a compassionate and client-centered approach. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship, empowering you with tools to manage your mental health, and supporting you as you work toward your personal goals.
Although I specialize in LGBTQ+ mental health, I also have expertise in treating individuals struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, and sleep disturbances.
I combine evidence-based treatments, such as medication management and psychotherapy, with a compassionate and client-centered approach. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship, empowering you with tools to manage your mental health, and supporting you as you work toward your personal goals.

Ariel Cotallat - LGBTQ+, Anxiety, OCD, Depression
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Online Only
As an LGBTQ+ advocate and a proud member of the BIPOC community, I am deeply committed to providing inclusive, compassionate care that recognizes and honors your unique identity and experiences.
My approach is centered around you. I aim to create a space of trust and open collaboration, where you feel empowered to share and discuss your life judgment-free. Together, we'll explore your treatment options, and I'll ensure you fully understand and feel included in every step of the process.
As an LGBTQ+ advocate and a proud member of the BIPOC community, I am deeply committed to providing inclusive, compassionate care that recognizes and honors your unique identity and experiences.
My approach is centered around you. I aim to create a space of trust and open collaboration, where you feel empowered to share and discuss your life judgment-free. Together, we'll explore your treatment options, and I'll ensure you fully understand and feel included in every step of the process.

Corey is deeply committed to working with the LGBTQ+ community.
He earned his Master of Science in Psychiatric Nursing from Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing in New York City, where he completed clinical rotations at Gracie Square Hospital, assisting primary psychiatric providers in an inpatient setting. Corey holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, both from New York University.
Corey is deeply committed to working with the LGBTQ+ community.
He earned his Master of Science in Psychiatric Nursing from Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing in New York City, where he completed clinical rotations at Gracie Square Hospital, assisting primary psychiatric providers in an inpatient setting. Corey holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, both from New York University.

He strives to provide an anti-racist, LGBTQ affirming, non-judgmental, open, honest environment for all clients to express openly and create the change you seek.
We will work with you to give you the tools you need to be successful. This may be through medications and therapy. Mark uses a combination of medication with psychodynamic, mindfulness, and other talk therapies. His areas of expertise include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, T/GNB health, and substance use.
He strives to provide an anti-racist, LGBTQ affirming, non-judgmental, open, honest environment for all clients to express openly and create the change you seek.
We will work with you to give you the tools you need to be successful. This may be through medications and therapy. Mark uses a combination of medication with psychodynamic, mindfulness, and other talk therapies. His areas of expertise include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, T/GNB health, and substance use.

I offer treatment for a wide variety of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety and panic disorder, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, psychotic illness, substance abuse issues, ADHD, OCD, LGBT issues, etc.
I created my practice to meet the need for fully personalized yet evidence-based care. The type of care that not only addresses your pharmaceutical needs but also accounts for your distinct personal history, complex circumstances, and unique personality. Prior to deciding on a pill, It is essential to put you at ease, ensure comfort, trust and profound understanding. We achieve this by allow enough time for human-to-human contact to happen and the therapeutic process to unfold. This way we can identify problems correctly and decide together what is the best treatment choice for you, setting you up for a success from the very start.
I offer treatment for a wide variety of psychiatric disorders, including anxiety and panic disorder, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, psychotic illness, substance abuse issues, ADHD, OCD, LGBT issues, etc.
I created my practice to meet the need for fully personalized yet evidence-based care. The type of care that not only addresses your pharmaceutical needs but also accounts for your distinct personal history, complex circumstances, and unique personality. Prior to deciding on a pill, It is essential to put you at ease, ensure comfort, trust and profound understanding. We achieve this by allow enough time for human-to-human contact to happen and the therapeutic process to unfold. This way we can identify problems correctly and decide together what is the best treatment choice for you, setting you up for a success from the very start.

Although I work with anyone, my career has been most focused on the LGBTQ population serving as both President of AGLP: The Association of LGBTQ Psychiatrists and Director of Psychiatry at Callen-Lorde, a large LGBTQ Center.
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.
Although I work with anyone, my career has been most focused on the LGBTQ population serving as both President of AGLP: The Association of LGBTQ Psychiatrists and Director of Psychiatry at Callen-Lorde, a large LGBTQ Center.
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.
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LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists
We should make clear that not all the psychiatrists listed here are gay themselves. Rather, they specialize in helping with aspects of being gay in Staten Island or homosexual. They provide help for gay couples in gay relationships, gay issues and issues that affect gay life.
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