Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

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Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

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Available both in-person and online

220 5th Avenue 11th Floor New York, NY 10001

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Life transitions, hormonal changes, and major milestones, such as pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or menopause, can deeply affect emotional well-being. If you’re feeling anxious, down, or simply “not like yourself,” you’re not alone. Effective, compassionate support is available. I’m Dr. Yokarla Veras, a board-certified psychiatrist with advanced fellowship training in Women’s and Reproductive Mental Health. I also serve as an Instructor of Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia University. My work focuses on helping women and adults navigate depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, PMDD, and mood changes related to pregnancy or menopause.

I offer thoughtful, individualized care that may include medication management, psychotherapy, or one-time consultations to guide treatment decisions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based medicine.

My goal is to help you feel grounded, resilient, and like yourself again. Together, we’ll clarify what’s been getting in the way of feeling better and create a plan that truly fits you. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to learn more about how I can help.

Call or Email Yokarla Veras now for a free 15 minute consultation - (332) 242-2811

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

220 5th Avenue

11th Floor

New York, NY 10001 map

(332) 242-2811

3 University Plaza Drive

Hackensack, NJ 07601 map

My website

I offer virtual sessions for patients in NY and NJ, with limited in-person availability. Evening appointments are available.

I specialize in Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Women's Issues and Mood Disorders

Individual one-on-one therapy

I welcome you to reach out with any questions.

Let's Connect (332) 242-2811

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

220 5th Avenue

11th Floor

New York, NY 10001 map

(332) 242-2811

3 University Plaza Drive

Hackensack, NJ 07601 map

My website

I offer virtual sessions for patients in NY and NJ, with limited in-person availability. Evening appointments are available.

I specialize in Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Women's Issues and Mood Disorders

Individual one-on-one therapy

I welcome you to reach out with any questions.

Finances

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

I can provide clients with the necessary documentation to obtain out-of-network reimbursement.

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 242-2811

I can provide clients with the necessary documentation to obtain out-of-network reimbursement.

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 242-2811

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today License: New York / 311382 Yokarla Veras

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 6 years

New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University, Psychiatry Residency

Additional Credentials

License: New Jersey Medical License 25MA12521200 / 2025

Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Membership with American Psychiatric Association 2024

Feel free to ask about my qualifications and training.

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 242-2811

Feel free to ask about my qualifications and training.

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 242-2811

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Women's Issues
Mood Disorders

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Life Transitions
Medication Management
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (332) 242-2811

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (332) 242-2811

3 Endorsements

Dr. Blake Erickson

Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Dr. Veras is a thoughtful, skilled psychiatrist. I highly recommend her.

Dr Veras is an excellent psychiatrist and highly recommend her to anyone seeking help through a difficult time in their life.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Interpersonal
Psychodynamic
Trauma Focused

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (332) 242-2811

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (332) 242-2811

Location

Primary Location

220 5th Avenue

11th Floor

New York, NY 10001

(332) 242-2811

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Additional Location

3 University Plaza Drive

Hackensack, NJ 07601

(332) 242-2811

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Cities

Counties

Zips

I offer virtual sessions for patients in NY and NJ, with limited in-person availability. Evening appointments are available.

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Call for a free consultation now - (332) 242-2811

I offer virtual sessions for patients in NY and NJ, with limited in-person availability. Evening appointments are available.

Yokarla Veras

Psychiatrist, MD, ScM

Call for a free consultation now - (332) 242-2811

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