Depression · Telehealth · New York
Depression Treatment, Online in New York
Depression can quietly drain your energy, motivation, and sense of self. Thoughtful psychiatric care can help you feel like yourself again, with a plan that looks at your mind and your body together.
Ugoeze Onyekelu-Eze, MA, MSN, PMHNP-BC · Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner · Adults in New York State, including NYC
Does this sound familiar?
- You feel down, empty, or flat most days.
- Things you used to enjoy no longer feel rewarding.
- Your energy is low even after a full night of sleep.
- Concentrating and making decisions feel harder than they used to.
- Your sleep or appetite has changed noticeably.
- You feel stuck, and getting through the day takes everything you have.
What your evaluation includes
Your story
We look at your symptoms, history, stressors, and what has or has not helped before.
Validated screening
Standardized measures help us understand how severe your symptoms are and track improvement over time.
Screening for bipolar disorder
Before starting an antidepressant, we screen for bipolar disorder, because the right treatment depends on getting this distinction right.
Physical contributors
When indicated, we review labs such as thyroid function, vitamin D, B12, and iron, which can contribute to low mood and fatigue.
Treatment options
Treatment is built around you and may include antidepressant medication, coordination with a therapist, and targeted attention to sleep, movement, nutrition, and other factors that affect mood. If you have tried medications before without success, we review what happened and adjust the approach rather than repeating it.
Common questions
Can depression be treated through telehealth?
Yes. Evaluation and medication management are done by secure video for adults located in New York State.
I have tried antidepressants before. Can you still help?
Yes. We review your past treatments in detail, look for anything that may have been missed, and build a different plan.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, through Zocdoc. When you book, Zocdoc shows whether your plan is accepted. Private-pay options are also available.
How long is the first visit?
The Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation is 60 minutes. Follow-up visits are 30 minutes.
If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or call 911. Telehealth visits are not for emergencies.
Ready to get started?
Pick a time that works for you on Zocdoc, or start with a free 15-minute consultation call.