Specialist care for OCD, anxiety, and perfectionism
OCD treatment doesn't have to be medication whack-a-mole. There is an evidence-based sequence for treating OCD and anxiety, and most people have never had it explained to them. Some have spent years on doses that were never high enough, on medications that were never reassessed, or on treatments that weren't evidence-based for their condition in the first place.
I'm a triple board-certified psychiatrist and a trained psychotherapist. I'll look at your whole treatment history, figure out what's actually going on, and build a plan that makes sense.
Two ways to begin
Comprehensive Evaluation
A full psychiatric evaluation and treatment plan. We establish a clear diagnosis, review what you've already tried, and decide on next steps together.
Best for: starting specialist care, or a relatively straightforward history.
View availabilityExtended Evaluation with Written Report
Everything in the Comprehensive Evaluation, with more time for a complex history, multiple prior treatments, or co-occurring conditions. Includes review of up to 50 pages of prior records sent in advance, and a written report with your formulation, a summary of your treatment history, and specific recommendations you can share with your therapist or current prescriber.
Best for: second opinions, long treatment histories, and people on several medications.
View availabilityRecords beyond 50 pages are reviewed at $200 per 15 minutes. You'll receive an estimate before any review begins. Report preparation and records review are often not reimbursed by insurance, even with out-of-network benefits.
Not sure which evaluation to choose? Book a 20-minute Fit Call — $100
What happens in an evaluation
A full treatment review. Before anything is labeled a failure, I look at what was actually tried: the dose, the duration, whether it was taken consistently, and whether anything else in the regimen was working against it. Often the answer is there.
Diagnostic clarity. OCD, anxiety, perfectionism, depression, and ADHD can look alike and often occur together. Getting this right changes the treatment.
A personalized treatment plan. Specific, sequenced, and explained in plain language: what we'll try, why, and what to expect.
No surprises at the pharmacy. Effective doses for OCD are often higher than doses used for other conditions, and pharmacists sometimes question them. I'll tell you in advance what to expect and why, so a legitimate prescription doesn't become a new source of worry.
Attention to what it's like to take medication. Fear of side effects, stigma, and mixed feelings about needing medication at all are part of treatment, not obstacles to it. My training as a psychotherapist shapes how I approach them.
What to expect over time
The goal is meaningful progress in months, not years. Most people leave the first appointment with a clearer understanding of what's going on and a concrete plan. When treatment is well-matched and adequately dosed, improvement often begins within the first two to three months, and many patients are able to step down to less frequent care within the first year.
Every person's course is different, and no specific outcome can be guaranteed.
Working with your therapist
Collaboration is central to how I practice. With your consent, I coordinate directly with your therapist so medication supports your therapy rather than working against it.
Practical details
- Telehealth in New York, New Jersey, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia
- Private, out-of-network care. Fees are paid at the time of service.
- Monthly superbills provided. Many patients use out-of-network benefits for partial reimbursement; coverage varies by plan.
- Follow-up visits: $415 for 30 minutes
About Dr. Batista
Board-certified in Psychiatry, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, and Addiction Medicine. A.B. cum laude, Harvard. M.D., Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai; Chief Resident, Mount Sinai. Fellowship, NYU. Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Trained in ERP through the IOCDF Behavior Therapy Training Institute. Presenter at IOCDF and ADAA.
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