Dr. Michelle Ferrara, MD, NY | Psychiatrist

About Dr. Michelle Ferrara

Focus areas

Anxiety

Medication Management

Depression

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Michelle Ferrara

Dr. Michelle Ferrara is a psychiatrist whose path into medicine was inspired by a desire to care for patients in a compassionate and comprehensive way. She was drawn to psychiatry because it focuses on the whole person rather than only the illness. In her work, Dr. Ferrara takes a holistic view of mental health, considering medical conditions, personal history, social determinants of health, support systems, and life goals when guiding care. Dr. Ferrara strives to create a supportive environment where patients feel heard, respected, and comfortable communicating openly. She believes effective mental health care is built on collaboration and trust. Her approach centers on understanding each patient’s unique experiences and values so that treatment aligns with what matters most to them. Dr. Ferrara works collaboratively with patients to establish clear treatment goals and develop individualized care plans. With training in adult psychiatry and additional training in addiction psychiatry, she provides evidence-based care and current pharmacologic treatments. She values partnering with patients on their path toward recovery, recognizing that each person’s journey is unique.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Depression

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Medication Management

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Depression

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Talkiatry

Board certifications

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

Education and training

Medical School - St George's University School Of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Zucker Hillside Hospital, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1891054243

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What practice does Dr. Michelle Ferrara work with?

Dr. Michelle Ferrara works with Talkiatry.

Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Ferrara have?

Dr. Michelle Ferrara is certified by Addiction Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).