Since depression manifests differently across individuals, our team evaluates your symptoms, medical history, stressors and personal goals to develop a personalized treatment plan. Whether you are experiencing major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, postpartum depression or treatment-resistant depression, Principium Psychiatry is ready to address various forms of depression with compassion and understanding.
We use several different evidence-based treatment modalities.
Our licensed psychotherapists provide evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and restructure negative thought patterns, psychodynamic therapy to explore underlying emotional challenges and interpersonal therapy to strengthen relationship skills. Our sessions create a safe space for exploring your thoughts and feelings.
Your depression psychiatrist in Garden City may use medication, such as antidepressants and stimulants in your treatment plan. We customize this approach to your neurochemistry with careful monitoring to achieve optimal symptom relief while minimizing side effects.
For individuals with treatment-resistant depression in Garden City who haven’t responded to traditional antidepressants, we offer advanced interventional treatments. IV ketamine infusions deliver rapid relief, often producing improvements within hours or days. SPRAVATO™ (esketamine) is a nasal spray, FDA-approved treatment that is delivered under medical supervision.
Our structured IOP offers therapeutic support for individuals requiring more intensive intervention without residential treatment, including group therapy sessions, individual counseling and medication management multiple times per week.
Principium Psychiatry was founded by Dr. Cohen, whose leadership brings together academic excellence from Cornell and Columbia with compassionate clinical care. Many of our psychiatrists and therapists have advanced training in interventional psychiatry, neuropsychiatry and psychopharmacology, allowing us to provide comprehensive care. Garden City residents choose our depression psychiatrists because we take time to listen, understand your concerns and guide you toward recovery at your own pace.
Our psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists and nurse practitioners coordinate treatment plans and share expertise. Principium Psychiatry’s unified electronic records allow seamless continuity, which means you can begin care in Garden City and continue at any of our other locations with the same standard of care.
Explore answers to common questions people ask about depression treatment in the Long Island area.
The right treatment for you depends on the nature and severity of your symptoms, your medical history, any prior treatment experiences and your personal preferences. During your initial evaluation, your psychiatrist will take the time to understand these factors before recommending a tailored treatment plan.
Recovery looks different for everyone, and timelines depend largely on which treatment approach is used. Clients starting antidepressant medication generally begin to notice a meaningful difference after four to six weeks of consistent use. Those pursuing interventional options such as ketamine may experience relief within a day or two. Your psychiatrist will set realistic expectations at the outset and monitor your progress throughout treatment.
We operate primarily as an out-of-network provider. Payment is due at the time of service, but after each visit, we provide an itemized bill that you can submit to your insurance carrier for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Reimbursement eligibility and amounts vary by plan and are determined by your insurer.
Whether you’re seeking your first depression treatment or exploring options after previous treatments provided limited relief, Principium Psychiatry can help you move forward. Book your consultation today.
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