Kristel Pickford, APRN, RN

Kristel Pickford, APRN, RN

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry)
NY
4.60
“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Kristel at this office. From the very first appointment, they made me feel heard, respected, and completely at ease. They take the time to truly listen without judgment and explain everything clearly, which makes a huge difference when discussing sensitive mental health concerns.”
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Highly recommended
90% 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

4.60

Average wait time

4.90

Bedside manner

4.60
“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Kristel at this office. From the very first appointment, they made me feel heard, respected, and completely at ease. They take the time to truly listen without judgment and explain everything clearly, which makes a huge difference when discussing sensitive mental health concerns.”
ZWLess than 3 months ago
“My visit with Kristel was great. I felt truly heard and understood throughout the appointment. She took time to understand my needs and prescribe accordingly. Her approach felt thoughtful and personalized. I left feeling confident and able to trust her care. ”
BOLess than 3 months ago

About Kristel Pickford

Focus areas

Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) / Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Insomnia
Psychiatry Consultation
Bipolar Disorder
Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Trauma Focused
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kristel Pickford

Kristel Pickford is a dual board-certified Family and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across the lifespan. Kristel integrates medical expertise with holistic, patient-centered care. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, resilience, and wellness, helping individuals navigate life’s most challenging transitions with support and healing.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $475 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $275 for 45 minutes
  • Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Young Adult Issues
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Mount Saint Mary College, Master's in Family Health Nursing
  • Mount Saint Mary College (Post Master's Certificate)

NPI number

1124692462

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.60
Wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
4.60
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Charged for therapy during a med management appointment. Refused to remove the charge.
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I will recommend to friends and people who needs consultation. I am very satisfied.
A warm, caring and competent professional. Highly recommended!
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Kristel at this office. From the very first appointment, they made me feel heard, respected, and completely at ease. They take the time to truly listen without judgment and explain everything clearly, which makes a huge difference when discussing sensitive mental health concerns.
My visit with Kristel was great. I felt truly heard and understood throughout the appointment. She took time to understand my needs and prescribe accordingly. Her approach felt thoughtful and personalized. I left feeling confident and able to trust her care.
I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Kristel Pickford, and she is an exceptional provider. Kristel combines deep clinical knowledge with a warm, grounded presence that puts both clients and colleagues at ease. She approaches care with compassion, curiosity, and a strong commitment to evidence-based practice. She is always willing to go the extra mile to ensure clients receive the most comprehensive care possible. I highly recommend her as both a provider and colleague.
Wonderful experience with my daughter seeing Kristel. She was great with both of us. Explained everything to me and made my daughter feel very comfortable. Her medication adjustments are working well and Kristel was available for all of our questions before follow up. A truly excellent provider.
Kristel was warm, kind and so knowledgeable. She explained everything to me so that I would understand how the medication would work and what to look out for. She eased all my fears about starting medication and I'm so grateful.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Kristel Pickford?

Kristel Pickford frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Kristel Pickford on their profile.

What languages does Kristel Pickford speak?

Kristel Pickford speaks English.

How do patients rate Kristel Pickford in reviews?

10 patients have reviewed Kristel Pickford. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.6/5. They have a 4.6/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.9/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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