Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Melissa is a board certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner providing compassionate, empathetic psychiatric services to children, adolescents and young adults (8+). She is an expert in the field of adolescent psychiatry, utilizing a non-judgmental, evidence-based approach to compassionately care for patients with a variety of psychiatric disorders. My practice focuses on depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorders and eating disorders. Melissa is LGBTQ and health at every size aligned.
Melissa comes to BWC with over 12 years of nursing experience in pediatric oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She now utilizing her training from New York University as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner caring for adolescents (13-18) on an inpatient psychiatric unit.
Melissa looks forward to meeting you and working together to achieve your goals!
“Melissa Varda is an outstanding therapist who has helped me get through a cancer diagnosis. She is professional, extremely helpful and a real pleasure to work with.”
Holly is both a Family & Psychiatric Mental Health NP with over 8 years of experience caring for the acutely ill, across the lifespan. Through her training as both an FNP & PMHNP, Holly appreciates that mental health is extremely important and has a major impact on our overall health and quality of life. Holly's practice focuses on the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, OCD, insomnia and substance use disorders.
Holly takes a holistic, eclectic approach, incorporating multiple modalities to improve her client's overall health; movement, nature, nutrition, medication & therapy can all be personalized to help promote your overall health and well-being.
Holly is well-practiced in adapting care plans to meet the needs of the patient. Though lots of things work to help people improve their health, not everything works for everyone. You'll work together to adapt our treatment plan for you to get the most out of our time together.
She looks forward to meeting you!
“Holly is understanding, kind, and hugely helpful. I've seen a number of practitioners and she's the first who has validated me and given me the care I need. Couldn't recommend her higher!”
Laquita is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, bringing a rich tapestry of experience to the BWC, underscored by a decade of service as a Registered Nurse. Her proficiency spans the spectrum from acute inpatient settings to the intimate context of home care, providing her with a great understanding of diverse psychiatric conditions and populations.
Her clinical approach is particularly aligned with individuals grappling with depression, anxiety & grief. Laquita's philosophy centers on recognizing the intrinsic worth of joy in everyone's life, and she is committed to guiding her clients back toward that joy with empathy & expertise.
Understanding that the individual is the authority on their own narrative and pain, Laquita offers a collaborative path to healing and personal growth. She invites you to join her in a therapeutic alliance focused on cultivating resilience and achieving your mental health goals with unwavering support.
NYU educated Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner We aim to improve the wellbeing of our clients by providing the most advanced, compassionate, evidence-based mental healthcare. We provide a full continuum of psychiatric & addiction services online, at your convenience! BWC can accommodate a range of treatment options - talk therapy, medication management, or a combination – aimed at assisting clients who come across barriers which may impede their ability to reach their goals in their careers, relationships, and work-life balance. Our providers - adjunct faculty of New York University’s Rory Meyers College of Nursing - are committed to ending the stigma associated with mental health and substance use and bring a combined 10 years of experience in psychiatric nursing, addiction nursing and nursing leadership. We look forward to helping you live your best life! We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles.
Meet Drew, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Co-Founder of the esteemed Bass Wellness Center (BWC). For the past 9 years, Drew has been at the forefront of delivering inclusive and empathic psychiatric nursing care, primarily focusing on treating anxiety disorders, mood disorders, disordered eating, ADHD, addictions, and LGBTQ-affirmative care. Drew's passion lies in offering individualized care tailored to your unique needs, all within a nurturing, safe, and non-judgmental space.
Drawing on an evidence-based, patient-centered approach, Drew offers a comprehensive range of services, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders. Additionally, she possesses expertise in cognitive testing. She has limited psychotherapy availability – offering an eclectic mix of modalities, including CBT, CBT-E for eating disorders, mindfulness-based techniques, and solution-focused.
I'm an ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner committed to providing comprehensive mental health care to help you reach your full potential. I offer medication management and holistic interventions for children and adults with mental health concerns including depression, anxiety and panic disorders, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. At my practice, Oasis Psychiatric, we take pride in our personalized and compassionate approach to care.
Faith Consiglio, MD, is a licensed physician helping patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates practice mindfulness and become their best selves. She provides supportive care via telemedicine or in person at the clinic in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York.
Dr. Consiglio received her doctoral degree from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University in New York. She then completed her residency in psychiatry at Westchester Medical Center in New York.
At NYC Psychiatric Associates, Dr. Consiglio works with adults and couples seeking compassionate care and a deeper understanding of themselves. She provides effective treatment for conditions such as anxiety, depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, grief, and conditions related to women’s health, such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
Dr. Consiglio is certified in mindfulness-based stress reduction. She uses this approach with patients interested in exploring an integrated approach that considers all facets of life, including the nuances of their physical, mental, and social well-being.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Consiglio, call NYC Psychiatric Associates or request an appointment online today.
“Truly one of my favorite providers. I lucked out when I found Dr Consiglio by chance through online sources: she's very attentive, listens with so much empathy, and always gives me really helpful opinions and advice on my situation, beyond just prescribing medication. Sometimes she will give me suggestions for lifestyle changes, and potential supplement changes to talk to with my providers. It's clear that she believes that mental health requires holistic solutions and not just medication, and having a doctor like this makes me feel so heard and seen. ”
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Patrick Wambugu, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 16.1 mi
My name is Patrick Wambugu. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I earned my bachelor’s in nursing from Mid-America Nazarene University and a master's in nursing from the University of Missouri Kansas City. I went on to complete a Doctorate in Behavioral Health at Freed Hardeman University in Tennessee. I have over two decades of mental health experience.
My goal is to help you thrive as you pursue your life goals. Together, we can identify and formulate a plan that holistically manages stress, anxiety, and other psychiatric symptoms. As a provider passionately specializing in addiction, ADHD, depression, anxiety, stress management, and psychotherapy, I have the experience, knowledge, and skills to set you up for success. Your happiness, resilience, and well-being can be realized through multiple modalities that I can help you explore. Health cannot exist without mental health. I am ready to support you in mobilizing your resources to promote, maintain, and restore your mental health.
“Patrick Wambugu is very caring and attentive to his patients. He helped guide my life to a better and stronger path and I can never thank him enough for his help. I couldn’t ask for a better Psychiatrist! Trust me, he’s the one you want taking caring of you!”
Todd Mekles, MD, is a highly accomplished psychiatrist who founded NYC Psychiatric Associates – located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York – to improve the mental health of New Yorkers.
With an extensive background that includes graduating from The University of Kansas Medical Center psychiatry program in Kansas City, Dr. Mekles has emerged as a recognized expert in treating various psychiatric conditions.
In his practice, Dr. Mekles adopts a comprehensive approach that considers the biopsychosocial model. He has successfully treated patients suffering from substance abuse, psychosis, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. He has an unwavering commitment to availability, reliability, and accessibility, never missing a day of work in 12 years or refusing to attend to the needs of a patient seeking medical assistance.
With Dr. Mekles at the helm of NYC Psychiatric Associates, patients can rest assured that they are receiving top-quality care from one of the most accomplished psychiatrists in the field. His unwavering commitment to excellence in providing mental health services is a testament to his dedication and passion for helping those in need.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Mekles, call the office directly or reach out online.
Devesh Jalan, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and an essential part of the care team at NYC Psychiatric Associates. Dr. Jalan offers a deep, comprehensive connection with each patient, whether at the office in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York, or virtually.
A distinguished graduate of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and St. George's University School of Medicine in True Blue, Grenada, Dr. Jalan specializes in providing patient-centered care. He puts a strong emphasis on establishing trust and building a therapeutic relationship to help patients achieve their goals.
Dr. Jalan served as an attending psychiatrist for family health centers in Florida and California. While there, he cared for patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He brings a wealth of experience to his work with patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates. Dr. Jalan’s unfailing commitment to helping patients build effective coping techniques offers hope not only for finding relief from their issues but also for a better life.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Jalan by calling NYC Psychiatric Associates or reaching out online.
Chiedozie Ojimba, MD, is board-certified in general psychiatry and neurology and board-eligible in addiction psychiatry. He provides expert care to patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates, located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York.
Dr. Ojimba received his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Ilorin in Nigeria. He attended the University of Wolverhampton in the United Kingdom, where he earned his master's degree in public health.
Dr. Ojimba was chief resident during his residency training at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He received his addiction psychiatry fellowship training from Montefiore, the University Hospital of Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in the Bronx, New York.
Dr. Ojimba specializes in addiction and public health. He treats the adult and geriatric population for various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance use disorders (alcohol use disorder, opioid use disorder, stimulant use disorder), and compulsive gambling.
Dr. Ojimba utilizes his evidence-based practice of medicine, applying the most current neuroscience and research results. He uses a holistic approach to treating his patients.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Ojimba today by calling the office or reaching out online.
Jamuna Theventhiran, MD, is board-certified in adult psychiatry and a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She provides compassionate and effective care to patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates, located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York.
Dr. Theventhiran completed her psychiatry residency training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. She has provided both inpatient and outpatient care at some of the biggest integrated healthcare systems in New York, including Mount Sinai, New York Presbyterian, and the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation.
Dr. Theventhiran has extensive experience in treating psychiatric disorders in NYC’s diverse patient population. She has particular clinical interests in treating depression, bipolar disorder/mood disorders, schizoaffective disorder/schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and trauma.
Dr. Theventhiran prides herself on providing the highest level of care for her patients. Her practice focuses primarily on medication management, psycho-pharmacotherapy, and supportive therapy. Her approach to treatment is both empathic and patient-centered.
To learn more, schedule an appointment with Dr. Theventhiran by calling the office or reaching out online.
“I can't speak highly enough of Dr. Theventhiran. The entire experience, from the moment I spoke to her, is exactly what I was looking for. She is friendly and efficient, and is not only knowledgeable but also takes the the time to address all my questions and concerns. I feel confident in the care I receive. Highly recommend.”
Robert Wanzek, MD, is an experienced psychiatrist serving patients 18 and older at NYC Psychiatric Associates, located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York.
Dr. Wanzek earned his medical degree and completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. He has been trained in the most recent evidence-based medicine and is eager to learn from and collaborate with patients. He treats a wide variety of mental health concerns, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, personality disorders, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Dr. Wanzek's primary treatment modality is psychopharmacology. That said, he will work with patients to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that could include interventions like psychotherapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, addressing medical comorbidities, or others based on symptoms and goals.
Dr. Wanzek is available to see new and existing patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates. Schedule an appointment by calling the office or reaching out online today.
Hillel Glover, MD, has been a practicing psychiatrist for more than 50 years. Dr. Glover is board-certified in adult psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and certified in psychoanalysis. He currently serves patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates, located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York.
Dr. Glover received his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine in Florida. He then completed his residency in adult psychiatry at the Zucker Hillside Hospital in Queens, New York, and his child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at Columbia / New York State Psychiatric Institute.
He received certification in psychoanalysis from New York Medical College in Valhalla and completed a research fellowship in psychiatry at Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Glover has also been published in the field of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dr. Glover has treated children, adolescents, and adults in private practice, clinics, emergency rooms, and outpatient hospital facilities. He treats people suffering from anxiety, depression, social phobia, mood swings, loneliness, despair, mistrust, explosive anger, self-hatred, panic, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, addictions, substance abuse, self-injurious behaviors, paranoia, and psychosis.
He has also worked at inpatient facilities, outpatient addiction units, prisons, and outpatient VA medical centers, where his patients were combat veterans diagnosed with PTSD. These experiences gave Dr. Glover a profound understanding of how symptoms of emotional distress are unique to each individual.
Dr. Glover believes in finding unique approaches to each patient and places great importance on knowing a person’s medical history and lifestyle, such as diet, exercise, sleep, activities, values, and goals. His treatment plans consist of both pharmaceutical drugs and holistic approaches.
Dr. Glover was honored with The Chapel of Four Chaplains Legion of Honor Membership (1993) and the Military Order of the Purple Heart for meritorious and conspicuous service (1996) from his patients, who were combat veterans.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Glover today by calling the office or reaching out online.
“Dr. Glover asked me very important baseline questions to get to know me during our first session. Then provided really meaningful advice and support.”
Dean Parmelee, MD, is a child and adolescent psychiatry specialist at NYC Psychiatric Associates, located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. He has over 47 years of experience in the medical field.
Dr. Parmelee graduated from the University of Rochester School of Medicine in New York. He then trained at Massachusetts General in Boston and McLean Hospital, the largest psychiatric affiliate of Harvard Medical School in Belmont, Massachusets. He is board-certified in general, child and adolescent psychiatry.
Dr. Parmelee has a distinguished career at academic medical centers in teaching, research, and patient care. He is a recipient of the prestigious AOA Robert J. Glaser Distinguished Teacher Award of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the American Association of Medical Colleges.
His approach to patient care is comprehensive, starting with generous listening and considering all options for facilitating positive outcomes. When one is struggling with anxiety, depression, a major change in health or life circumstance, a caretaker role, or a traumatic experience, he embraces shared decision-making for treatment choices.
Dr. Parmelee currently accepts both new and existing patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates. Call or reach out online today to schedule an appointment.
“Dr. Parmelee is very professional, knowledgeable and reliable. He is also very friendly and I always feel I am in good hands with him and look forward to our sessions. ”
Noah Melikian, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist with a pragmatic style of treatment. He sees patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates, located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. Utilizing a focused approach with shared decision-making, his clients rapidly feel at ease and confident that their treatment goals are within reach.
With two years of training in general surgery in addition to his specialty in psychiatry, Dr. Melikian offers an unparalleled understanding of the physiological issues that may affect an individual’s psychological well-being.
In addition to his extensive training in psychiatry, Dr. Melikian obtained a master’s degree in biotechnology from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, giving him a unique perspective on the latest in drug development to aid him in assessing cutting-edge treatments.
Skilled in treating all manners of psychiatric disorders, you will be in good hands with an excellent support team led by Dr. Melikian at NYC Psychiatric Associates. Make an appointment by calling the office or requesting one online today.
Dr. Laurel is board certified in General and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. She attended medical school at Kansas City University in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Laurel then completed her training at LSU-New Orleans, where she served as Chief Resident of both the Adult Psychiatry Residency Program and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program. Dr. Laurel firmly believes in a well-rounded approach to psychiatry by integrating evidence-based practices, therapeutic techniques, and the latest advancements in the field, ensuring that each patient receives a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan. She is committed to delivering empathetic care to individuals of all ages, and is dedicated to fostering emotional well-being, promoting healthy development, and offering support at every stage of the journey toward mental wellness.
As part of her approach to mental health treatment, Dr. Laurel typically does not prescribe chronic use of benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin). If benzodiazepine management is the primary reason for seeking treatment, she may not be the best fit for your treatment goals.
Additionally, Dr. Laurel does not complete disability or school/work accommodation forms during the initial appointment with her. These forms require a thorough evaluation and understanding of a patient's mental health, which requires several appointments in order to provide the most appropriate recommendations and support.
Syed Ammar, MD, is an experienced psychiatrist bringing holistic care to NYC Psychiatric Associates in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. Dr. Ammar believes in empowering his patients to recognize their own strengths. He hopes to help patients actively participate in their treatment.
By combining psychopharmacology with mindfulness-based psychotherapy, Dr. Ammar strives for all of his patients to obtain maximal results and improved quality of life.
Dr. Ammar received his medical degree from the Medical University of the Americas in Charlestown, Nevis, of St. Kitts and Nevis. He then completed psychiatry residency training at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey, where he served as a chief resident. He also earned a psychiatry chairman’s award for distinguished service.
Dr. Ammar has years of experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages requiring mental health care for depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ASD, bipolar and psychotic disorders.
He welcomes new patients at NYC Psychiatric Associates and looks forward to helping you on your mental health journey. Schedule an appointment online or by calling the office.
