FAQs
What conditions does Dr. Gettenberg treat?
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Dr. Gettenberg provides psychiatric care for adults and adolescents ages 14–17 in New York and Connecticut. She commonly works with patients experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, insomnia, perimenopause, PMDD, mood concerns, and challenges related to life transitions, relationships, school, or work.
What should I expect at my first psychiatric appointment?
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New patients begin with a comprehensive 60-minute psychiatric evaluation. Dr. Gettenberg reviews current symptoms, medical and psychiatric history, medications, lifestyle, relationships, and treatment goals in order to develop an individualized plan for care.
Does Dr. Gettenberg provide medication management?
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Yes. Dr. Gettenberg offers psychiatric medication management in Connecticut and New York when medication is appropriate. Treatment includes careful prescribing, ongoing monitoring, and regular follow-ups to evaluate effectiveness, side effects, and changing needs over time. She also provides individual psychotherapy. Depending on a patient’s needs, treatment may involve medication management, psychotherapy, or an integrated approach that combines both.
Does Dr. Gettenberg offer concierge psychiatry?
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Yes. Dr. Gettenberg offers personalized and concierge-style psychiatric care for select patients and families in Connecticut who may benefit from more frequent access to care.
Depending on individual needs, arrangements may include more frequent appointments, closer follow-up, greater scheduling flexibility, and ongoing coordination with other members of a patient’s treatment or medical team.
Does Dr. Gettenberg take insurance?
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Dr. Gettenberg does not participate with any insurance plans in her private practice and is considered an out-of-network provider. Patients whose insurance plans include out-of-network mental health benefits may be eligible for partial reimbursement for services.
Patients can submit claims directly to their insurance company, typically using a superbill or itemized statement provided by the practice. Because reimbursement varies by plan, patients are encouraged to contact their insurance to confirm their out-of-network benefits, deductible, reimbursement rates, and any requirements for submitting claims.