Dr. Vitaly Chernish, MD, NY | Psychiatrist

About Dr. Vitaly Chernish

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Medication Management

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Eating Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bipolar Disorder

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Vitaly Chernish

Dr. Vitaly Chernish is a board-certified psychiatrist. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, where he also completed his psychiatry residency training. Following residency, he relocated to New York City and worked at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. He also held an academic appointment as Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Chernish specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Dr. Chernish strives to create a therapeutic environment that balances empathy and compassion with structure and clinical clarity. Patients can expect a thoughtful, respectful approach that prioritizes understanding their concerns while providing clear guidance and evidence-based recommendations. Initial visits involve a comprehensive evaluation of psychiatric, medical, and psychosocial history, current symptoms, and medication use to ensure care is individualized and appropriate. Dr. Chernish emphasizes collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment and regularly coordinates care with primary care physicians, specialists, and therapists when clinically indicated.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Eating Disorder

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Self-Harm / Injury

Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Talkiatry

Board certifications

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

Education and training

Medical School - University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
University Tennessee College of Medicine, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1215566369

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Vitaly Chernish?

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Is Dr. Vitaly Chernish accepting new patients?

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Does Dr. Vitaly Chernish accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Vitaly Chernish online?

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What practice does Dr. Vitaly Chernish work with?

Dr. Vitaly Chernish works with Talkiatry.

Which board certifications does Dr. Vitaly Chernish have?

Dr. Vitaly Chernish 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. Vitaly Chernish?

Dr. Vitaly Chernish frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and Eating Disorder. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Vitaly Chernish on their profile.