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Comprehensive Psychiatry & Mental Health Services in Tenafly, NJ
Tenafly Psychiatric Associates is a private practice specializing in psychiatry and geriatric psychiatry, dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care. Our team of experienced professionals combines traditional psychiatric treatments with holistic approaches to address the interconnected needs of mind and body. We offer individual, family, and group therapy sessions, psychopharmacology, and specialized services for anxiety, depression, stress management, and geriatric mental health. With over three decades of combined clinical expertise, our practitioners are committed to personalized care that prioritizes patient serenity and privacy. Our services extend beyond traditional office visits to include telehealth consultations and in-home evaluations for assisted living, independent living, and nursing home residents.We integrate evidence-based practices with complementary therapies like acupuncture and reiki to promote overall wellness. Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists who maintain affiliations with leading medical institutions. We serve patients across Northeastern New Jersey and New York through multiple convenient locations, including satellite offices in Manhattan. Our practice emphasizes cultural competence, trauma-informed care, and multidisciplinary treatment planning tailored to each patient's unique needs. Backed by rigorous academic training and clinical experience at prestigious institutions, we strive to deliver compassionate, patient-centered mental health solutions that address both immediate concerns and long-term wellness goals.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Psychopharmacology
Telehealth Sessions
Geriatric Psychiatry
Memory Evaluations
Stress Management
Acupuncture Services
Support Groups
Highlights and features
- We offer a holistic mind-body approach to mental health treatment
- Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists and experienced nurse practitioners
- We provide telehealth consultations for remote patient access
- We serve 30+ locations across New Jersey and New York
- Our practitioners maintain affiliations with leading medical institutions
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health treatment for patients dealing with anxiety, depression, and life stressors. Our licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy to help patients develop coping strategies. Each session focuses on creating a safe, confidential environment for emotional exploration and personal growth.
Geriatric Psychiatry
Specialized psychiatric care for older adults addressing age-related mental health concerns including dementia, memory disorders, and late-life depression. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations and develops tailored treatment plans that consider both psychological and medical factors affecting senior patients' well-being.
Telehealth Sessions
Secure video-conference psychiatry sessions that provide convenient access to mental health care from home. These sessions maintain HIPAA-compliant privacy while offering the same quality of care as in-person visits, including medication management and therapy for various mental health conditions.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions that connect patients with similar mental health challenges to share experiences and learn coping techniques. Our professionally-led groups focus on specific issues like anxiety disorders, grief support, and stress management through guided therapeutic activities and peer interaction.
Psychopharmacology
Expert psychiatric medication evaluation and management services for treating mental health disorders. Our board-certified providers carefully assess each patient's needs to develop effective medication regimens while monitoring treatment outcomes and potential side effects through regular follow-up appointments.
People
Jay Lawrence Friedman
Owner and Managing Member
Board-certified psychiatrist with Manhattan offices and Tenafly practice. Completed residency at UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School as Chief Resident. Geriatric psychiatry fellowship at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell. Instructor at Weill Medical College.
Margaret E. Cummins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 25+ years experience treating geriatric patients. Holds advanced degrees from Hunter College and NYU. Specializes in holistic mental health care with prescriptive privileges.
Mera Marie Keh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified PMHNP with diverse clinical experience in psychiatry and geriatric care. Trained in ICU, emergency, and medical-surgical departments. Emphasizes patient-centered care and cultural competence in mental health treatment.
Diana Pekisheva
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Specialist in dementia care with background in surgical-neuro ICU. Combines diagnostic expertise with compassionate care. Focuses on evidence-based practices to improve quality of life for patients and families through personalized treatment plans.
Melissa Lillien
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Experienced LCSW providing multiple therapy modalities in New Jersey and New York. Masters from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Specializes in geriatric care and evidence-based interventions for patients of all ages.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, family counseling, group sessions, psychopharmacology, telehealth consultations, geriatric psychiatry, and specialized treatments for anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions.
Do you offer virtual psychiatric appointments?
Yes, we provide secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for patients who prefer remote consultations while maintaining the same quality of care as in-person visits.
What areas do you serve?
Our services cover Tenafly, NJ, Manhattan's Upper West and East Sides, and approximately 30 additional locations throughout Northeastern New Jersey and neighboring New York areas.
Are your practitioners licensed and certified?
Yes, our team includes board-certified psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners with prescriptive privileges, and licensed clinical social workers with advanced training from accredited institutions.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call our Tenafly office at (201) 568-8288 to schedule an appointment. New patients can also complete our secure online appointment form that complies with HIPAA regulations.
Do you treat patients of all ages?
Yes, our practice provides comprehensive mental health care for patients across the lifespan, from adolescents through senior adults, with specialized geriatric psychiatry services available.
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Reviews (5)
Chris G.
Apr 23, 2022
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Best Psychiatry Service! Most caring and dedicated. I found my provider to be compassionate and most knowledgeable.
Julia Moore
May 10, 2021
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Dr. Estok provided an intake in the ER for my husband several years ago. The intake didn't help my husband at all. The doctor asked him a few casual questions and that is all. Dr. Estok didn't even take notes. And now we are being billed from this office two years later. Ridiculous and shameful.
Mark Wittrock
May 08, 2021
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I have only good things to say about the sessions my father has with Dr. Friedman. I sit in on all of them because my father has dementia and can't go alone. Even with the change to video sessions they've been doing since April, my father is still very stable and has not been deteriorating badly anymore like he used to before he started seeing Dr. Friedman.
Veronica Oquendo
Mar 08, 2021
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I'm very dissatisfied with the way a employee handled a phone call today. I received a call back after leaving a message. I had to answer the call during a virtual meeting, because I have very important call I am waiting for (not that I have to justify answering my phone). I politely responded "I'm in a virtual meeting, Can call you back?" to which she very unprofessional, rude and condescending manner said "Well, then you shouldn't have picked up your phone?" I was very offended by her, and frankly don't understand why someone so impatient and unprofessional could be employed at a psychiatric facility.
S. Fox
Dec 31, 2020
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I must share with everyone that Dr. Friedman is an excellent psychopharmacologist and psychotherapist. He has helped me greatly through difficult times. He and his associates and staff are all wonderful.
