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Dr. Kavitha Kolappa, MD, MPH

Dr. Kavitha Kolappa, MD, MPH

Psychiatrist
NY
Dr. Kolappa is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She completed her psychiatry residency training at the Massachusetts General and McLean hospitals. She received her MD from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and her MPH from the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Kolappa has consulted extensively for the World Health Organization’s Department of Mental Health and Substance Use. Most recently, she was the lead author of WHO's seminal position paper, "Optimizing brain health across the life course," which was released in 2022.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Kavitha Kolappa

Focus areas

Abandonment issues
BIPOC Mental Health Issues
Psychiatric Medication Management
Adjustment Disorder
Fertility Counseling
Psychiatry Consultation
Adult Psychotherapy
Intergenerational Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Kavitha Kolappa

Dr. Kolappa is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She completed her psychiatry residency training at the Massachusetts General and McLean hospitals. She received her MD from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and her MPH from the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Kolappa has consulted extensively for the World Health Organization’s Department of Mental Health and Substance Use. Most recently, she was the lead author of WHO's seminal position paper, "Optimizing brain health across the life course," which was released in 2022.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Dr. Kolappa provides virtual psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services at Being Health via Being Health’s secure telemedicine platform. When indicated, Dr. Kolappa can prescribe evidence-based medications such as antidepressants like SSRIs (e.g. Zoloft, Prozac, Lexapro), SNRIs (e.g. Cymbalta, Effexor) and other non-controlled substance medications.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Dr. Kolappa will work with you to explore your current situation and prior experiences, insofar as they are relevant and helpful to your hopes and dreams. You will have the opportunity to delve into stressors that you are facing and also identify your strengths and boost your resilience. In your work together, you will use a wide variety of tools (including psychotherapy, mindfulness, emphasizing the brain/body connection, and when needed, medications).

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Initial session: $550 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $325 for 30 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Adjustment Disorder
    Anxiety
    Anxiety Disorder
    Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    Depression
    New Patient Visit
    Prescription / Refill
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Adjustment Disorder
    Anxiety
    Anxiety Disorder
    Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Board certifications

    • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
    • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

    Education and training

    • Medical School - Johns Hopkins University, Doctor of Medicine
    • University of North Carolina (Bachelor's)
    • Harvard University, Master's in Public Health
    • Massachusetts General Hospital, McLean Hospital, Residency in Psychiatry

    NPI number

    1598095978

    Patient reviews

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    Overall rating
    5.00
    Wait time
    5.00
    Bedside manner
    5.00
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    Dr Kolappa is so kind and caring. Highly recommend.
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    Dr. Kavitha Kolappa generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Kolappa's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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    Which board certifications does Dr. Kavitha Kolappa have?

    Dr. Kavitha Kolappa is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

    What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kavitha Kolappa?

    Dr. Kavitha Kolappa frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kavitha Kolappa on their profile.

    What languages does Dr. Kavitha Kolappa speak?

    Dr. Kavitha Kolappa speaks English.

    How do patients rate Dr. Kavitha Kolappa in reviews?

    1 patients have reviewed Dr. Kavitha Kolappa. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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