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NY Mental Health Center is a comprehensive telehealth practice that offers both therapy and psychiatric services to meet the diverse mental health needs of our clients. Our team includes a broad range of talented psychologists and psychiatrists, all of whom are expert practitioners within their focus areas. With specialized training and extensive experience, our clinicians deliver care that empowers clients to lead more fulfilling lives.

Services Offered:

  • Therapy Services:
    • Individual therapy
    • Couples therapy & family therapy
    • Group therapy
    • Assessment
  • Psychiatric Services:
    • Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
    • Medication management
    • Collaborative care planning

Research shows that patients receiving integrated care - where therapists and psychiatrists collaborate directly - are 60% more likely to show significant improvement compared to those receiving care from separate practices. This collaborative model ensures clients receive comprehensive support that addresses both their emotional and medical needs, resulting in more effective, long-term mental wellness.

Provider Spotlight

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Dr. Kari Hancock is a board-certified psychiatrist with over two decades of experience in hospitals, community clinics, and private practice. She offers thorough, individualized evaluations and balances conservative medication management with a strong emphasis on therapy and communication. Dr. Hancock creates a warm, collaborative environment where patients feel heard and included in treatment decisions. Her expertise includes anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, developmental concerns, and life transitions. She works with adolescents, teens, and adults.

Let's Talk

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with a member of our care coordination team. On this call we can:

  • Review your goals and preferences
  • Match you with a therapist and/or psychiatrist on our team
  • Schedule your first appointment
  • Review in-network and out-of-network insurance coverage
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Latest News

Welcome Dr. Yana Brayman to NY Mental Health Center

We’re pleased to welcome Dr. Yana Brayman, board-certified psychiatrist, to NY Mental Health Center. Dr. Brayman brings extensive experience across inpatient, outpatient, community mental health, and telepsychiatry settings. She has ...
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Welcome Dr. Anthony Rinaldi

Welcome Dr. Anthony Rinaldi to NY Mental Health Center We’re excited to welcome Dr. Anthony Rinaldi as the newest psychologist to join NY Mental Health Center. Dr. Rinaldi is a ...
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✨ Now Welcoming Dr. Vishnupriya Samarendra ✨

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Vishnupriya Samarendra, a dual board-certified Adult, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatrist.

Dr. Samarendra offers thoughtful, compassionate psychiatric care for adolescents, teens, and adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. Her collaborative approach integrates expert medication management with psychodynamic insight, supporting meaningful and lasting emotional growth at every stage of life.

📅 Now accepting new patients under Aetna, Anthem, BCBS and UHC

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✨ Now Welcoming Dr. Toni Ann Serpe ✨

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Toni Ann Serpe, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults.

Dr. Serpe provides evidence-based, client-centered care grounded in the cognitive model, helping clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping skills, and achieve meaningful personal growth. Her style is warm, structured, and collaborative, balancing insight with practical strategies clients can apply in daily life.

She specializes in CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based strategies, and has extensive experience supporting individuals with ASD and emotional/behavioral challenges.

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🎉 Welcome to NYMHC, Dr. Yana Brayman! 🎉

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Yanina Brayman, board-certified psychiatrist, to NY Mental Health Center.

Dr. Brayman brings extensive experience across inpatient, outpatient, community mental health, and telepsychiatry settings. She takes a thoughtful, collaborative approach that integrates medication management with therapy-informed care to support patients’ overall well-being.

We’re thrilled to have her on the team and look forward to the expertise and compassion she brings to our community.

👉 Dr. Brayman is currently accepting new patients via telepsychiatry. She accepts Aetna, Anthem, BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare / Optum.

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🎉 Welcome to the Team, Dr. Anthony Rinaldi! 🎉

Dr. Rinaldi is a licensed clinical psychologist who brings extensive experience across hospital, behavioral health, and outpatient/teletherapy settings, with a thoughtful approach that supports adults navigating emotional challenges, life transitions, and the psychological impact of health-related concerns.

We’re thrilled to have him on board and look forward to the expertise, warmth, and perspective he brings to our team. You can view his full profile here: https://nymentalhealthcenter.com/psychology/

👉 Dr. Rinaldi is currently accepting new clients via teletherapy. He accepts Aetna, Anthem, and BCBS.

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