I was referred to this office by a friend and it didn't disappoint! The process of seeing a…read moretherapist went smoothly. I was able to either book a virtual or in person service. The staff is responsive and caring. The website provided a nice Bio on all the therapists which allowed me autonomy of choosing the one that fits my needs! Highly recommend!

I've been a patient of Dr. Montgomery for around a year now and I highly recommend her for…read moretreatment. Dr. Montgomery has a wealth of knowledge as a medical professional especially in regards to handling my issues with suffering from major depression and ADHD. She will always offer a practical, straight forward approach /advice to treatment for solving my issues. I must say that I am incredibly happy with the care that I have received and I look forward to my visits. Dr. Montgomery really listens and because of this, her treatment is very effective . I highly recommend her and shall continue seeing her as a patient long term.

There are people who touch our lives at certain points on our life's journey. We are forever…read morechanged and forever grateful for having met them and for the growth they have helped us to achieve. Dr. Schwartz is one such person in my life. About 6 months ago, I sought help for persistent anxiety and panic attacks and found Dr. Schwartz on Zocdoc. I took a chance and made an appointment. I did not have the emotional arsenal, nor did I understand my patterns and the process of how to change my responses to my circumstances that was keeping the vicious cycle of anxiety going. This is where Dr. Schwartz's gift lies. He helps one develop an arsenal of simple tools to deal with the joys, the sorrows, relationships and everyday challenges that one faces in life. This man has literally changed my life for the better. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

One day, when I couldn't take it anymore (the anxiety, stress, pain, sadness, nervousness,…read moreincessant worrying) I found Dr. Schwartz had availability through Zocdoc. I have seen many psychologists in my life and i was hoping for a better experience than the past. He was able to diagnose my Anxiety disorder within a few sessions, and thus began the gradual improvement in my husband's life, our children's lives and my overall well-being. Our sessions are not complaining sessions or a chance for me to unload. They are not preaching sessions either. They are productive and include constructive examples, intellectual arguments, fairness and kindness. As a busy working mom, Dr. Schwartz's flexibility is also a Huge Plus! He has been extremely accommodating to my hectic schedule. The convenience of the location is also very nice. I have recommended him to many friends and family members. Hope you all find your Calm and Happiness!

I am pleased to write this heartfelt testimonial on behalf of Dr. Marc H. Epstein, the best…read morepsychiatrist I ever had since my diagnosis of major depressive disorder in 1997. To put this heartfelt testimonial in a more complete context; please know that before meeting Dr. Epstein I had made two serious suicide attempts and received treatment from four different psychiatrists between 1997 and 2013. These doctors ranged from the indifferent, irresponsible, deranged and the one right before I luckily met Dr. Epstein was mean - not just coldly efficient/thorough as I had previously thought for more than seven years. Dr. Epstein is far more empathetic and professionally responsible than any of the other psychiatrists I ever dealt with. I had experienced some who would blindly write me refills for whatever medication I wanted to a psychiatrist (fortunately, he has retired) who felt that yelling at emotionally fragile patients like myself was wise psychological methodology. Dr. Epstein saved my life in 2013 by helping me deal with the near suicidal psychosis that I developed over possibly losing my apartment due to untrue noise complaints. Furthermore, he was instrumental in assisting me with the overwhelming grief I experienced when my beloved elder brother unexpectedly died in October 2017. I will always be grateful to him for the care and compassion he showed me - insisting on personally seeing me to make sure I was alright only a few days after my brother's passing. Dr. Epstein is an extremely ethical, empathetic and wonderfully skilled psychiatrist. With my prior psychiatrist, I felt that I was only a 15 minute assembly line - stamp the medication and make next month's appointment. Dr. Epstein is totally different - he cares about his patients. Oftentimes, I wish that I had met him earlier for if I had - I am sure that I might be completely better by now. -Judith M. Young, 9-10-2018 Judyyoung905@gmail.com

I had a lot of trouble finding a Psychiatrist with whom I felt comfortable with, especially in NYC…read more I was recommended Dr. Epstein by a close friend who had nothing but wonderful things to say. He is kind, professional and truly cares for the well-being of his patients. His office is very easily accessible and he is very accommodating as far as scheduling. I hope to continue seeing Dr. Epstein for as long as we both feel is necessary and I highly recommend him!

I just finished, yet again, recommending Pauline Carides to a friend. I no longer live in the area…read morebut when I did, I went to Pauline. She thinks outside the box, she engages, she recommends, she listens, and she cares. I see a poor review on here. To the person who wrote that review, I'm so sorry to hear that something went terribly wrong for you. It sounds awful. I can't imagine how it could have happened, though, so I'm scratching my head a bit. Pauline is very professional. Anyway, I highly recommend her, especially if you have a real sticky or unusual problem, or you feel you are "different" in some way. Pauline is an intelligent, creative, problem-solver.

I am a current patient of hers for the last 3 years and could not think of a better therapist than…read morePauline. This is my 3rd time in therapy, so I have experience in this area. Not only does she encourage me to change my reactions and behavior to help with my issues, but she's also an excellent resource for recommending other resources and techniques in many other areas. She keeps training and is very knowledgeable about a wide range of therapies, including ones that are not in her specialty. More than once she has spent her own time getting recommendations for me for family members who needed help. I highly recommend her and would not hesitate to refer someone to her. She is worth every penny I have spent because she helped me realize what I need in my life to be a happier and healthier person all around.

TL;DR: This program has excellent group therapy and several outstanding providers, but my…read moreexperience with individual therapy and the handling of consent and billing issues significantly detracted from my overall care. I am giving this program 3.5 stars, and I want to be clear that I would have given it 5 stars were it not for my experience with individual therapy. The group therapy component was excellent. The clinicians who facilitated the groups were knowledgeable, compassionate, and created a genuinely supportive environment. I found the group work to be meaningful and beneficial to my treatment, and I am grateful for that part of the program. I also want to specifically acknowledge Hunter and Juan, who facilitated group therapy. Both were thoughtful, compassionate, and skilled at creating a safe and respectful group space. Their groups were grounding and well-run, and they made a meaningful positive impact on my experience. I would also like to recognize Albert, who was a wonderful provider. He was attentive, compassionate, and supportive, and consistently made me feel heard and respected. My interactions with him reflected the level of professionalism and empathy patients hope for when entering treatment. Unfortunately, my experience with my assigned individual therapist, Emily Tully, significantly impacted my overall care. I entered this program during a period of significant emotional distress and was actively seeking care, support, and stabilization. In my experience, the individual therapy I received did not provide that. Throughout my sessions, I found her to be emotionally unavailable and dismissive, particularly during moments when I was vulnerable or struggling. I have participated in several treatment programs over the years, and this was the first time I experienced an individual therapeutic relationship that felt consistently cold and lacking in understanding or care. When I shared openly, I often felt met with a critical or judgmental tone rather than curiosity or support. The approach felt directive rather than collaborative, which made it difficult to engage meaningfully or feel safe expressing myself. I also want to note an experience that felt particularly discouraging. Emily was aware that I was pursuing additional treatment to supplement my care and that I would need to miss a day in the program for that reason. I was told I would be required to provide a written note for each absence, despite having already signed a release authorizing her to communicate directly with the other treatment provider. While I understand that documentation requirements may be part of program policy, the way this was communicated felt corrective rather than supportive or collaborative. This approach felt unnecessarily rigid and non-collaborative, and left me feeling unsupported in my efforts to responsibly manage my care. Additionally, I believe it is important for prospective patients to be aware of the program's laboratory practices. The program utilizes an out-of-network laboratory, with individual lab tests billed at approximately $1,500 each. I was not adequately informed of this in advance. When I expressed discomfort and clearly stated multiple times that I did not consent to assuming financial responsibility for these charges, I was repeatedly told by Emily that signing paperwork accepting financial responsibility was required. My concerns were not met with understanding or discussion, but rather with continued pressure to sign despite my objections. In a therapeutic setting, compassion, collaboration, transparency, and respect for patient consent are essential. While the group component of this program -- and providers like Hunter, Juan, and Albert -- were strong, my experience with individual therapy and the handling of billing and consent issues fell short of those standards and significantly impacted my overall experience.

Although I was initially resistant to attending a program at GenPsych, primarily because of the…read more6-12 week commitment, I am exceedingly grateful that my physician required me to enroll. Their outstanding curriculum inevitably leads to a steep and necessary learning curve in emotional regulation, mindfulness, and wide variety of critical skills that can lead a calm, balanced, and healthy life. For those of you who have experienced CBT and remain on-the-fence about this approach, I am happy to report that GenPsych moves the needle to another level and I view their CBT offerings as a program on steroids (a good thing). Additionally, the 1:1 counseling was superb as well, leading (so far) to lasting change, which reminds me of these lyrics from the musical, "Wicked," "Who can say if I've been changed for the better? I do believe I have been changed for the better And because I knew you... Because I knew you... I have been changed for good..." Choose GenPsych and be prepared to change for the better so that you can begin living your best life NOW! This group of experts will introduce you to own significance, your own self-worth, and instill healing that, for many of us, is long overdue.

Tremendous quality of service. Dr M is very talented in providing individualized care and counsel…read more He helped me greatly in a time of need and I expect to work with him well into the future. He is flexible in his office hours too which helps greatly.

I've been seeing Michael for some years now, and I cannot recommend him enough. I've always…read morestruggled to find the right therapist, and Michael has been a blessing to work with, and helped me incredibly during some challenging moments in my life. He is a truly kind person, very attentive, with practical advice and steps on how to move forward. Super professional and I'm very grateful for his help. If you are looking for someone to provide you clarity, and improve your well-being, Michael is definitely your guy.

Dr. Ozkarahan gives you a holistic approach to your mental health by being super attentive to…read moredetail and helping us recognizing behavioral and thought patterns. She is an excellent coach who shows up for you by giving you the skills and knowledge to succeed at a high level and in everyday life. I highly recommend the reader to book and session with her. Everyone should have a Dr. Ozkarahan in their life.

Dr. Ozkarahan's REFLECT meditation program was exactly what I needed! With so many changes to my…read morelife in 2020 it was Dr. Ozkarahan's meditations that helped me find the balance and relaxation I needed. Her voice integrates perfectly with the soothing background music and vocals, the 15 minute duration is perfect for my busy schedule, and the messaging is on point. I highly recommend this series for anyone who could benefit from meditation and self-reflection.