Psychiatry works best when care is personal.

All three roles support mental health, but their training and scope are different. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who completed medical school and a four-year psychiatry residency. Psychiatrists are uniquely trained to diagnose mental health conditions, evaluate medical contributors, prescribe and manage medications, and provide therapy when appropriate. A psychologist holds a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in psychology and specializes in psychotherapy and psychological testing; in most states, psychologists do not prescribe medication. An APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse), often a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, is a nurse with advanced graduate training who can diagnose and prescribe, with scope varying by state.

I am a psychiatrist, and therefore a physician first. That distinction matters. Many psychiatric symptoms are deeply interconnected with physical health, including thyroid and hormonal disorders, vitamin deficiencies, sleep conditions, and medication effects. As a physician, I am trained to identify and evaluate these contributors, order and interpret medical workups, and manage psychiatric medications within the full context of your overall health. This integrated medical expertise is especially important in complex, treatment-resistant, or diagnostically unclear cases, where precision, depth, and medical reasoning make a meaningful difference in outcomes.

All visits are conducted via secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. You may attend from any private location, as long as you are physically located in a state where I am licensed (currently Connecticut and Colorado). You will need a quiet, private space, a reliable internet connection, and a device with a camera (phone, tablet, or computer). Before your first appointment, you will receive a secure link along with simple instructions to help you connect easily.

Telehealth makes consistent, high-quality psychiatric care easier to fit into real life, with no commute and no waiting room.

My practice is out-of-network and does not accept insurance. This lets me provide more personalized, confidential, and high-quality care without the limitations insurance companies often impose. By staying independent of insurance networks, I can focus my time and energy on patient care rather than administrative barriers, while keeping my fees thoughtful and accessible.

I gladly accept FSA and HSA cards, and I can provide superbills for patients who wish to seek potential out-of-network reimbursement from their insurance plans.

Reproductive psychiatry focuses on mental health across reproductive life: trying to conceive, fertility treatment and IVF, pregnancy, the postpartum period, pregnancy loss, and perimenopause. A central part of the work is the careful, evidence-based weighing of medication decisions before and during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

You might benefit if you are planning a pregnancy and take psychiatric medication, are struggling with mood or anxiety during or after pregnancy, are carrying the emotional weight of infertility or loss, or simply want a thoughtful consultation alongside your OB/GYN.

Yes. As a native Spanish speaker, I provide care directly in Spanish, without the use of interpreters or translators, allowing for greater nuance, precision, and connection in clinical work. I also offer culturally informed psychiatry, grounded in an understanding of family dynamics, language, and cultural context that shape how mental health is experienced and communicated. Spanish-speaking patients are warmly welcomed.

Forensic psychiatry is the intersection of psychiatry and the legal system. My forensic services include expert evaluations for civil and criminal proceedings, risk assessments, and specialized consultation on matters involving mental health and the law. I work directly with attorneys and offer consultation nationwide.

Forensic evaluations are initiated through retaining counsel and are not conducted at the request of individuals being evaluated. A note for patients: disability and FMLA documentation are not completed during an initial visit. These requests may be considered once an ongoing therapeutic relationship has been established, and on a case-by-case basis.

As a fully virtual practice, I do not prescribe controlled medications, including stimulants, benzodiazepines, and certain sleep medications. This aligns with federal regulations, including the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act, which establishes safety requirements for prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine.

Because these medications require closer monitoring and, in many cases, in-person evaluation, my practice focuses on comprehensive psychiatric care through psychotherapy when appropriate, non-controlled medication management, and collaborative coordination with your primary care provider. Throughout care, patient safety and thoughtful, evidence-based treatment remain the guiding priorities.

No. My practice is not equipped to provide emergency treatment or to manage individuals who need a higher level of care, such as intensive treatment, continuous supervision, or case management. I do not offer emergency services, and there is no after-hours crisis line. Messages sent by portal, email, or phone are not appropriate for urgent matters.

If you are having a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. If you are in a mental health crisis, call 911 or call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.