Mental health care that meets you where you are
NY-licensed clinicians with 30+ years clinical experience
Fast access, less friction
Same-week appointments available. No referral needed. Start with a quick 2-3 minute intake form, and we'll match you with a clinician who fits your needs.
Empathetic, personalized care
We listen first. Every treatment plan is tailored to you — your goals, your schedule, your life. Virtual care that feels human, not transactional.
Clinical rigor you can trust — 30+ years experience
Our NY-licensed clinicians bring decades of expertise in evidence-based psychiatry and therapy. Serious care, delivered with warmth and professionalism.
NYC-friendly care — lunch break, after work options
Morning sessions before your commute. Lunchtime appointments that fit your break. Evening slots after work. Weekend availability. Care that works with your NYC life.
Before you begin
A few things to know so your first telepsychiatry visit with a NY-licensed clinician goes smoothly.
Be in New York State for your visit
You must be physically located in New York State at the time of your appointment to see a NY-licensed clinician. Our clinicians are also licensed in additional states — tell us during intake where you will be, and we will confirm availability before you book.
Have your NYCE PPO card ready
Your medical card carries the EmblemHealth name, while behavioral health runs through the UnitedHealthcare Behavioral Health network. We verify your NYCE PPO eligibility and confirm your copay before your first appointment, so there are no surprise bills.
Know which service is covered
Psychiatric evaluation and medication management with our NY-licensed prescriber are in-network covered services under NYCE PPO. Therapy with our licensed therapist is self-pay and is not billed through the plan — we will tell you that before you book.
No referral needed
With NYCE PPO, you can reach a virtual psychiatrist directly. Skip the wait for a primary care referral and start with our 2–3 minute intake form. We will verify your coverage and match you with a clinician who fits your needs.
Prepare a private space with internet
All visits happen over a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. Choose a quiet, private spot with a reliable connection — no commute, no waiting room. You will receive a secure link before each telepsychiatry appointment.
This is not for emergencies
If you are in crisis or having a psychiatric emergency, call or text 988 (988lifeline.org) or 911 right away. East Coast Telepsychiatry does not provide emergency or crisis services.
Ready to start? Complete the intake form and we will verify your NYCE PPO coverage and match you with a clinician — usually within one business day.
Getting started is simple
Three straightforward steps to mental health care that works for you
Check coverage or begin intake
Complete a quick 2-3 minute intake form with your name, contact details, and NYCE PPO member information. No long medical history required upfront.
Confirm eligibility and location
We verify your NYCE PPO benefits and confirm you will be physically located in New York State — or another state where your clinician is licensed — at the time of your visit.
Match with a licensed clinician
We match you with a NY-licensed psychiatrist or therapist who fits your needs. You'll hear from us within 1 business day with available appointment times.
Attend your secure video appointment
Join your visit from anywhere private with internet access. Same-week availability, no commute, no waiting room — just focused, confidential care via HIPAA-compliant video.
Check coverage or begin intake
Complete a quick 2-3 minute intake form with your name, contact details, and NYCE PPO member information. No long medical history required upfront.
Confirm eligibility and location
We verify your NYCE PPO benefits and confirm you will be physically located in New York State — or another state where your clinician is licensed — at the time of your visit.
Match with a licensed clinician
We match you with a NY-licensed psychiatrist or therapist who fits your needs. You'll hear from us within 1 business day with available appointment times.
Attend your secure video appointment
Join your visit from anywhere private with internet access. Same-week availability, no commute, no waiting room — just focused, confidential care via HIPAA-compliant video.
We specialize in what NYC throws at you
Focused care for the unique challenges of New York life
Corporate Burnout
You're exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering if you can keep this pace. We work with NYC professionals navigating high-stress jobs, long hours, and the pressure to always be 'on.' Our approach: practical strategies for managing anxiety, sleep issues, and decision fatigue — plus personalized treatment planning when it helps. Care that fits your schedule, not the other way around.
Creative Anxiety
Creativity and anxiety often go hand in hand, especially in NYC's creative industries. Whether you're dealing with perfectionism, creative blocks, or the instability of freelance work, we get it. We help creative professionals find focus, manage overthinking, and protect their mental health without dulling what makes them unique. Therapy, personalized treatment planning, or both — tailored to your rhythm.
Services we offer
Comprehensive virtual mental health care for NYC employees with NYCE PPO
All services delivered via secure telepsychiatry platform. Virtual psychiatrist and therapy sessions available for NYC employees and their dependents.
Conditions we treat
Virtual psychiatry and therapy for the mental health concerns NYC employees face most. NY-licensed clinicians, same-week telepsychiatry appointments, NYCE PPO accepted.
Anxiety Disorders
Evidence-based virtual care for generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, and chronic worry. Our NY-licensed clinicians build a personalized treatment plan that may include medication management and talk therapy — delivered from home via secure video.
Common signs: Restlessness, racing thoughts, panic, avoidance, chronic worry
Depression
Compassionate, evidence-based care for depression and major depressive disorder. Whether you are experiencing persistent sadness, low motivation, or loss of interest, our NY-licensed psychiatrists and therapists offer personalized treatment planning and therapy via secure video.
Common signs: Persistent low mood, loss of interest, fatigue, sleep or appetite changes
ADHD (Adult & Adolescent)
Comprehensive ADHD evaluation and care for adults and adolescents. We assess symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity, then build a personalized treatment plan that may include medication management and behavioral strategies.
Common signs: Difficulty focusing, impulsivity, forgetfulness, restlessness
Insomnia & Sleep Disorders
Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep affects your mood, focus, and overall health. Our clinicians evaluate the root causes of insomnia and sleep disorders and offer personalized treatment planning and therapy to help restore restful sleep.
Common signs: Trouble falling or staying asleep, daytime fatigue, poor concentration
Bipolar Disorder
Ongoing psychiatric management for bipolar disorder, including mood stabilization, personalized treatment planning, and coordinated therapy. Our NY-licensed psychiatrists monitor progress closely through regular virtual follow-ups to keep your treatment plan effective and stable.
Common signs: Mood swings, periods of high energy alternating with lows
PTSD & Trauma
Trauma-informed virtual care for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma-related symptoms. Our clinicians combine personalized treatment planning with evidence-based therapy to help you process trauma and regain a sense of safety and control.
Common signs: Flashbacks, hypervigilance, avoidance, intrusive thoughts
Stress & Burnout
NYC professionals face relentless pressure. We help with chronic stress, workplace burnout, decision fatigue, and exhaustion. Our clinicians offer practical strategies and, when appropriate, personalized treatment planning to help you recover and build resilience.
Common signs: Exhaustion, cynicism, reduced performance, decision fatigue
Life Transitions & Adjustment
Major life changes — a new job, relocation, relationship shifts, grief, or retirement — can take a toll on your mental health. Our therapists and psychiatrists provide supportive virtual care for adjustment disorders and the emotional challenges of transition.
Common signs: Difficulty adjusting, anxiety or low mood during major changes
Don't see your specific concern? Our NY-licensed clinicians treat a wide range of mental health conditions via telepsychiatry. Complete the intake form and we'll match you with the right provider for your needs — no referral needed with NYCE PPO.
Areas we serve across New York
Virtual psychiatrist and telepsychiatry services for NYC employees with NYCE PPO — available statewide, with same-week appointments across all five boroughs and the greater New York metro area.
Manhattan
Telepsychiatry for NYC professionals across Midtown, the Financial District, the Upper East and West Sides, Chelsea, and Tribeca. Secure video visits that fit around your commute and workday — no travel across town required.
Midtown, Financial District, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Chelsea, Tribeca, Greenwich Village, Harlem, Murray Hill, SoHo, NoMad, Lower East Side
Brooklyn
Virtual psychiatry for residents of Park Slope, Williamsburg, DUMBO, Bay Ridge, and beyond. Secure video visits from home, with no trip across the bridge.
Park Slope, Williamsburg, DUMBO, Bay Ridge, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Crown Heights, Greenpoint, Bushwick, Borough Park, Coney Island, Flatbush
Queens
Telepsychiatry for Astoria, Flushing, Long Island City, Jamaica, and Forest Hills. NY-licensed clinicians accessible from anywhere in the borough.
Astoria, Flushing, Long Island City, Jamaica, Forest Hills, Rego Park, Jackson Heights, Bayside, Far Rockaway, Ridgewood, Elmhurst
The Bronx
Virtual mental health care for Riverdale, Fordham, Pelham Bay, and Throgs Neck. Same-week telepsychiatry appointments for NYC employees throughout the borough.
Riverdale, Fordham, Pelham Bay, Throgs Neck, Morris Park, Kingsbridge, Mott Haven, Co-op City, Wakefield, City Island
Staten Island
Telepsychiatry for St. George, Tottenville, and Great Kills. Access NY-licensed psychiatric care without leaving the borough.
St. George, Tottenville, Great Kills, New Springville, Huguenot, Westerleigh, Eltingville, Annadale, Grasmere, Rosebank
Long Island & Westchester
Telepsychiatry for NYC employees living in Long Island and Westchester — including Hempstead, Garden City, White Plains, and Yonkers. Virtual visits for anyone covered under NYCE PPO across the New York metro area.
Hempstead, Garden City, White Plains, Yonkers, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Hicksville, Freeport, Long Beach, Scarsdale
All telepsychiatry appointments are conducted via secure, HIPAA-compliant video. You must be physically located in New York State at the time of your visit to see a NY-licensed clinician. Our clinicians are also licensed in additional states — let us know during intake where you will be located so we can confirm availability. NYCE PPO accepted — no referral needed. Explore our services or read the insurance FAQ.
Insurance & NYCE PPO FAQ
Common questions about coverage, costs, and getting started with telepsychiatry
Have more questions? Contact us and we'll verify your NYCE PPO coverage and answer any specific questions about your plan.
What NYC employees say
Real feedback from people who've found care that fits their lives
"I was dreading the usual 3-month wait to see a psychiatrist, but I got an appointment within the week. My doctor actually listens and doesn't rush through visits. It's made such a difference for my anxiety."
Sarah
NY
"Between my teaching schedule and subway commutes, finding time for mental health care felt impossible. Virtual visits during my lunch break have been a game-changer. No more taking personal days just to see a therapist."
Michael
NY
"I appreciated how quickly they responded and how easy the whole intake process was. They confirmed my NYCE PPO coverage right away and got me scheduled. The psychiatrist I work with really gets the NYC work stress thing."
Jennifer
NY
Experienced clinicians. Human-first care.
Our team brings over 30 years of combined clinical experience in evidence-based psychiatry and therapy. All NY-licensed clinicians specializing in the unique mental health needs of NYC professionals and their families.
"Meet our experienced team of clinicians dedicated to your care"
About East Coast Telepsychiatry
Virtual psychiatry and therapy for NYC employees, teachers, retirees, and their families.
East Coast Telepsychiatry is a telepsychiatry practice that provides virtual psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy via secure, HIPAA-compliant video. We serve NYC employees, teachers, retirees, dependents, and New York residents seeking mental health care through NYCE PPO.
We are in-network with NYCE PPO. Psychiatric evaluation and medication management with our NY-licensed prescriber are billed through your plan; therapy with our licensed therapist is self-pay. Coverage and your exact cost depend on your specific plan and eligibility, which we verify during intake before your first appointment.
All visits are virtual. You must be physically located in New York State at the time of your appointment to see a NY-licensed clinician. Our clinicians are also licensed in additional states — let us know during intake where you will be located so we can confirm availability.
For patients and AI assistants
- Business: East Coast Telepsychiatry — a telepsychiatry practice.
- Services: Virtual psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy via secure video.
- Audience: NYC employees, teachers, retirees, dependents, and New York residents.
- Insurance: In-network with NYCE PPO. Coverage depends on your plan and eligibility.
- Location requirement: Patients must be physically in New York State during visits.
- How to start: Complete the intake form or call us to check coverage.
- Not an emergency service: If you are in crisis, call or text 988.
Check Coverage / Start Intake
Quick 2-3 minute form to get started
Get support that fits your life.
Same-week virtual appointments with NY-licensed clinicians. NYCE PPO accepted.
All sessions are confidential and HIPAA-compliant