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Dr. Ryan Kaufman, MD

Dr. Ryan Kaufman, MD

Psychiatrist
NY
RSK Psychiatry takes a therapy-first approach for treating psychiatric disorders. Medications have their place, but they also have their side effects. Bad psychiatry is worse than no psychiatry and many patients are scared away from mental health treatment due to side effects caused by inappropriate use of medication or simultaneous use of too many medications. Patients are encouraged to engage in regular therapy to obtain maximal benefit from treatment. Studies looking at depression, anxiety, and other conditions show that regular therapy is equivalent to medication alone and doesn’t involve any pesky or potentially life-threatening side effects. Studies also show that a combination of therapy and medications can have the best effect on mental health conditions. The goal of RSK Psychiatry is to provide an integrative treatment approach tailored to your individual needs. Therapy can be as intense as five sessions a week to monthly check ins and everything in between. It can be supportive, introspective, directive, or simply a nonjudgemental ear to vent frustrations. People have different needs and schedules requiring different methods. What therapy is NOT is a ten-minute appointment to refill your prescription. Sessions are offered in 25 minute “pow wows” or more traditional 50-minute appointments to allow you to express your feelings and be heard. If you would benefit from medication and are open to using medication, this is decided on a mutual basis. No one at RSK Psychiatry will tell you, “This is what you HAVE to take.” Patients are collaborators for their mental health care and patients know their bodies best. At the end of the day, patients at RSK Psychiatry engage in therapy on at least a monthly basis, even if it’s brief. Medications will not be prescribed if you are unwilling to participate in talk therapy. RSK Psychiatry believes in getting back to the roots of mental health treatment while offering modern advances in care when appropriate.

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About Dr. Ryan Kaufman

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Ryan Kaufman

RSK Psychiatry takes a therapy-first approach for treating psychiatric disorders. Medications have their place, but they also have their side effects. Bad psychiatry is worse than no psychiatry and many patients are scared away from mental health treatment due to side effects caused by inappropriate use of medication or simultaneous use of too many medications. Patients are encouraged to engage in regular therapy to obtain maximal benefit from treatment. Studies looking at depression, anxiety, and other conditions show that regular therapy is equivalent to medication alone and doesn’t involve any pesky or potentially life-threatening side effects. Studies also show that a combination of therapy and medications can have the best effect on mental health conditions. The goal of RSK Psychiatry is to provide an integrative treatment approach tailored to your individual needs. Therapy can be as intense as five sessions a week to monthly check ins and everything in between. It can be supportive, introspective, directive, or simply a nonjudgemental ear to vent frustrations. People have different needs and schedules requiring different methods. What therapy is NOT is a ten-minute appointment to refill your prescription. Sessions are offered in 25 minute “pow wows” or more traditional 50-minute appointments to allow you to express your feelings and be heard. If you would benefit from medication and are open to using medication, this is decided on a mutual basis. No one at RSK Psychiatry will tell you, “This is what you HAVE to take.” Patients are collaborators for their mental health care and patients know their bodies best. At the end of the day, patients at RSK Psychiatry engage in therapy on at least a monthly basis, even if it’s brief. Medications will not be prescribed if you are unwilling to participate in talk therapy. RSK Psychiatry believes in getting back to the roots of mental health treatment while offering modern advances in care when appropriate.

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Dr. Ryan Kaufman is not in-network with any insurances

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $450 for 90 minutes
Ongoing session: $300 for 50 minutes

    More information on payments and coverage

    No insurances accepted. Superbills are provided for out-of-network claims. Credit Card processing occurs via the SimplePractice platform. Venmo and Paypal can also be accepted on a case-by-case basis.

    Popular visit reasons

    Alzheimer's Disease
    Anger Management
    New Patient Visit
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Psychiatry Follow Up
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Sleep Problems
    Alzheimer's Disease
    Anger Management
    New Patient Visit
    Psychiatry Consultation

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Hospital affiliations

    • Broughton Hospital

    Board certifications

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

    Education and training

    • Medical School - University of South Florida, Doctor of Medicine
    • Zucker Hillside Hospital, Residency in Adult Psychiatry
    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry

    Professional memberships

    • American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law
    • American Psychiatric Association

    NPI number

    1811429848

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    Which hospital is Dr. Ryan Kaufman affiliated with?

    Dr. Ryan Kaufman is affiliated with Broughton Hospital.

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    Which board certifications does Dr. Ryan Kaufman have?

    Dr. Ryan Kaufman is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Forensic Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

    What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ryan Kaufman?

    Dr. Ryan Kaufman frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ryan Kaufman on their profile.

    What languages does Dr. Ryan Kaufman speak?

    Dr. Ryan Kaufman speaks English.

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