Michael Hickey, APRN, NP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.67

Average wait time

4.97

Bedside manner

4.88

“Person I met with was kind, thorough, and understanding. If there was ever a moment I seemed confused they quickly asked if they needed to further elaborate and I appreciated that. Overall would recommend!”

Initials hiddenNovember 12, 2025Video visit

“Michael has been the most amazing provider I've ever seen. He's incredibly kind, validating and helplful. He really takes the time to listen and provides options to gauge what is best for you. I've truly never felt more seen and supported by a medical provider ever. He's also very knowledged in the field and you can tell he's passionate about helping others. 10000/10 Please book with him! ”

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About Michael Hickey

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Psychiatry Consultation

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Medication Management

Burnout

Men's Mental Health Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Psychodynamic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Jungian

Existential

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michael Hickey

I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner providing medication management and psychotherapy for adults with anxiety, panic, depression, mood dysregulation, ADHD, OCD, anger and irritability, and burnout. My style is pragmatic and direct, and many of my patients are men and professionals who want to function better in daily life. Before psychiatry, I spent sixteen years in ICU and trauma surgery, which shaped how I think about the relationship between physical and mental health. I’m interested in both the immediate problem and what may be happening beneath it. I consider longstanding patterns and underlying conflicts alongside sleep, exercise, nutrition, substance use, stress, and physical health. Medication can be an important part of treatment, but I don’t assume it’s the only one. Outside of work, I’m heavily into fitness, skateboarding, and snowboarding. My interest in the connection between physical and mental health carries into my work as well.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My style is straightforward, collaborative, and curious. We’ll work to understand what you’re experiencing, what may be driving it, and what keeps it going. I’m active in sessions: I ask questions, offer observations, and tell you what I think. Sometimes we’ll focus on practical changes in the present; other times we’ll look more closely at patterns that have developed over time. Insight matters, but I believe it should eventually translate into something useful in your life. When medication is appropriate, I’ll explain my reasoning, including the benefits, risks, and alternatives. There’s no pressure to take medication and no assumption that it’s the only solution.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Our first meeting is a comprehensive 60-minute evaluation focused on understanding what’s going on and developing an initial treatment plan. ADHD assessment is included as part of the clinical evaluation, with no additional testing fees. Follow-up visits are typically scheduled every 1–4 weeks depending on your needs. I offer evening and weekend appointments and am available between sessions for appropriate questions or concerns.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Manic Episode

New Patient Visit

Psychiatry Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Worry

Agoraphobia

Manic Episode

New Patient Visit

Psychiatry Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Depthline Psych

Board certifications

American Nurses Credentialing Center

Education and training

Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing, Master's in Nursing

NPI number

1316691942

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.67

Wait time

4.97

Bedside manner

4.88

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So grateful to have been seen by Michael! He listened to all my concerns and was able to help me address them. He is great!

October 4, 2024Marilyn S.Verified patient

I very much find the service reliable and helpful.

November 3, 2024Initials hidden

Person I met with was kind, thorough, and understanding. If there was ever a moment I seemed confused they quickly asked if they needed to further elaborate and I appreciated that. Overall would recommend!

November 12, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit

Michael has been the most amazing provider I've ever seen. He's incredibly kind, validating and helplful. He really takes the time to listen and provides options to gauge what is best for you. I've truly never felt more seen and supported by a medical provider ever. He's also very knowledged in the field and you can tell he's passionate about helping others. 10000/10 Please book with him!

May 6, 2025Initials hidden

Michael is great. He was very engaged, he listened to me, and he was super helpful and made me feel much better by the end of our first conversation. I look forward to talking to him again. 10/10 would recommend.

February 26, 2025Initials hidden

I was contacted because the provider that I picked was not available for the date, therefore I was asignes to Michael. He was amazing!

January 9, 2025Joan P.Verified patient

Fast, and friendly. Very happy with my results.

December 11, 2024Tyrone T.Verified patient

I was set up with Michael due to a scheduling issue with the provider I originally chose. I couldn’t have been more satisfied with how Michael treated me. Was very clear and explained his thought processes behind the choices he makes. I would certainly recommend!

November 27, 2024Zachary D.Verified patient

A true professional who genuinely seemed to care and wanted to listen. Unlike other Doctors that I’ve had terrible experiences with that have made me hesitant to reach out for help. This gave me hope again.

November 5, 2024Initials hidden

Listen.. stop trying to throw medicine at me. All I wanted was to talk not to giving sleeping pills. Wonderful guy just needs to take a different approach.

October 31, 2024Initials hidden

I was hesitant after the company rebooked me twice in one day but the doctor was knowledgeable and a great listener. I really feel I benefitted from meeting with him and got help to start mental health improvement

October 6, 2024Initials hidden

He asked me all the right questions, and the answer was good in getting to know me. I’m having a good feeling about him. Just hope that I can continue with him.

September 28, 2024Daniel S.Verified patient

I had a great experience - felt very validated. Felt that my concerns were taken seriously and felt good about the plan moving forward with my medications.

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