About Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali
Focus areas
Anxiety
Psychiatric Medication Management
Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Loneliness
Psychotherapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Trauma Focused
Psychoanalytic
Relational
Humanistic
Psychodynamic
Existential
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English, Hindi
Getting to know Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali
PLEASE NOTE: Dr. Ali does not accept any insurance programs for direct payment-documentation can be provided if you have out-of-network benefits.
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Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali is an award-winning, board-certified adult psychiatrist and psychoanalyst licensed in both New York and New Jersey. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Shifa College of Medicine, completed his Psychiatry residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and pursued a fellowship at the William Alanson White Institute.
Finding a good psychiatrist is difficult; finding a good therapist even more challenging. Dr. Ali offers both medication management and psychoanalytically informed psychotherapy, with or without medication.
It is courageous to seek help and a good first step toward healing and growth. In our work together-whether prescribing medications alone or engaging in psychotherapy-you will find the space and support you need to understand your problems, find your voice, and make your way forward.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Dr. Ali's approach to treatment starts from understanding one's symptoms as part and in relation to one's whole personality and the life one lives.
Dr. Ali treats by understanding the person, prescribing medications carefully and cautiously when needed. As a trained psychoanalyst, Dr. Ali also treats patients through psychotherapy alone if needed. Simply put, this process is understanding one's current struggles in relation to one's past and internal world. Psychotherapy is known to help individuals break old patterns of relating and form new viable ways of relating.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
In our initial meeting I listen to my patients carefully to understand their struggles and symptoms. While I do prescribe medications, I do them carefully and in a way that minimizes potential harm and side-effects. Based on decades of research findings and my personal experience in practice, I do believe medications work best when prescribed judiciously and with careful understanding of the individual's emotional struggles.
In therapy I listen actively and attentively. My goal in therapy is always collaborative and to help the patient find their own voice, but always in context of their real life circumstances.
Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $450 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $350 for 30 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
In his private practice, Dr. Ali does not participate in commercial insurance plans. Patients pay Dr. Ali directly for their treatment sessions at the time of each visit. If they have out-of-network benefits, their insurance company may reimburse them in part.
Dr. Ali can provide an itemized receipt or superbill for patients to submit to their insurance company.
Please note that Dr. Ali cannot guarantee reimbursement by your insurance plan.
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education and training
- Medical School - Shifa College of Medicine, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Residency in Psychiatry
- William Alanson White Institute (Fellowship)
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Psychoanalysis and Dynamic Psychiatry
- American Psychiatric Association
Awards and publications
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
- Austen Riggs Center Psychiatry Residency Award for Excellence in Psychotherapy
- American Psychiatric Association Resident Recognition Award
- American Association of Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training Fellowship Award – The Psychodynamics of Prescribing Medications
NPI number
1427570993
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali?
Generally, Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Ali's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali accepting new patients?
Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Ali's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali accept my insurance?
Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dr. Ali is in-network.
Can I make an appointment with Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Ali using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali work with?
Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali works with Care Psychiatry.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali have?
Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali?
Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Prescription / Refill, Psychiatry Consultation, and Psychotherapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali speak?
Dr. Ali Ahsan Ali speaks English, Hindi, and Urdu.