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Bintou Schoen
Bintou Schoen, MD
Online Therapy
Hello, I’m Dr. Bintou Gassama Schoen, a board-certified psychiatrist dedicated to delivering high-quality mental health care through telehealth. With experience at Recuro, Teladoc, Veterans Affairs, and top healthcare systems like Missions Health and Bellin Health, I’ve treated diverse patient populations in inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalization settings. I specialize in managing anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and more. My approach is rooted in patient-centered care, ensuring each treatment plan is tailored to individual needs. I believe in empowering my patients with self-awareness and helping them develop healthy boundaries. I’m passionate about increasing access to quality psychiatric care, especially for underserved populations. Through virtual care, I provide convenience without compromising on compassionate and comprehensive treatment. Whether you're facing life transitions, relationship challenges, or managing chronic mental health conditions, I’m here to support your journey to wellness. Treatment Philosophy: I believe in a compassionate, patient-centered approach to mental health care. Every individual has unique experiences and needs, and I strive to create a supportive environment where patients feel heard and understood. My treatment philosophy is based on empathy, respect, and empowerment. I utilize evidence-based treatments, including medication management and therapy, to promote healing and resilience. Through telehealth, I make quality psychiatric care accessible and convenient, ensuring my patients receive personalized, effective support. Specialties & Conditions: • Adult Psychiatry • Mental Health • Psychiatry • Depression • Anxiety • Bipolar Disorders • Schizophrenia • PTSD • ADHD • Insomnia • Relationship Issues • Mood Disorders • Trauma • Panic Attacks • OCD • Anger Management • Female Psychiatry • Obsessive-Compulsive • Trauma and PTSD Treatment approach: • Telehealth Psychiatric Assessments • Inpatient and Outpatient Treatment • Emergency Psychiatric Interventions • Collaborative Care in Psychiatry • Culturally Sensitive Treatment • Trauma-Informed Care Approach • Coaching • Person-Focused In-network Insurance company: • Aetna • Anthem • Cigna • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Sarah Thiessen
Mental Health Therapist
Online Therapy
Sometimes life's struggles and transitions have led to pain and feelings of being paralyzed and lost. You are not alone even though day after day it might feel like a daily battle. Counseling can be the answer to finding hope and a new beginning to finding answers, self-awareness, and self-compassion for making new choices and having a new outlook. Sarah helps you find connections between your thoughts, feelings and actions to be emotionally healthy and face past hurts that are holding you back. Thoughts aren't facts and you can learn to change that inner voice that criticizes you and shed faulty beliefs that lead you down the wrong path time and again. Sarah is certified in EMDR, a highly researched and supported therapy for trauma and PTSD. EMDR enables people to heal from symptoms and emotional pain and is also used to address multiple mental health issues. Using techniques that align with neuroscience, this therapy uses the body’s ability to heal, often producing relief from many symptoms quickly. For children, Sarah integrates play techniques with EMDR because children heal through play and imagination. The effectiveness of EMDR results in clients who feel empowered rather than paralyzed by life experiences that in the past caused them great pain. EMDR does not require extensive homework or hours of talking about the pain to find relief. Simply said, talk therapy helps clients handle emotional pain, but EMDR removes the emotional pain! This is why EMDR is almost always Sarah's go to choice for most of her clients regardless of therapy issue.
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Emmanuella Viard
Emmanuella Viard DNP, PMHNP-BC
Online Therapy
Hello, my name is Emmanuella E. Viard, DNP, PMHNP-BC, and I am a passionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with many years of experience in medical and psychiatric care. My approach is rooted in compassion and collaboration, ensuring that my patients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take control of their mental health. I specialize in comprehensive assessments, accurate diagnosis, and developing tailored treatment plans for a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, and schizophrenia. My focus on preventative care and patient education ensures that every patient has the tools and knowledge they need to thrive. At Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc., I provide psychiatric services to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors through evaluations, medication management, and integrated care planning. My collaborative approach extends to working closely with other healthcare professionals, ensuring holistic and effective care. Treatment Philosophy I believe that mental health care should be a collaborative and compassionate journey. My approach focuses on creating a safe, supportive environment where patients feel empowered to share their concerns and actively participate in their care. I prioritize personalized treatment plans that integrate medication management, preventative care, and patient education. By working closely with my patients and other healthcare professionals, I strive to deliver holistic, effective, and accessible care for optimal outcomes. Specialties & Conditions: Psychiatry Anxiety PTSD ADHD Eating disorders Substance abuse Bipolar disorders Schizophrenia Mood disorders Insomnia Treatment approach Medication management Insurance I only support cash pay.
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Carla Colin
DNP, FNP-BC
Online & In-Person
Hello, I’m Dr. Colin, DNP-BC, a dedicated board certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of experience and a deep commitment to helping patients achieve their aesthetic and wellness goals. I began my journey in healthcare with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Binghamton University, graduating with honors in 2007, and furthered my education with a Master’s in Adult Health and Education, ultimately becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2015. Driven by my passion for lifelong learning, I completed a doctorate at Hunter College. My healthcare career began with 12 years of experience caring for patients on ventilators and life support. Over time, I transitioned to Aesthetic Medicine over 6 years ago, training under one of NYC’s premier plastic surgeons, Dr. Levine. Today, I specialize in a range of aesthetic treatments, including medical weight loss, Hair loss/alopecia treatments, injectables like Botox and dermal fillers, PRP, Morpheus 8, Clear & Brilliant, mirconeedling, Vampire facials, chemical peels, and laser therapies. My philosophy centers on listening closely to each patient to develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with their unique needs and goals. I’m dedicated to staying current with research to provide scientifically backed, compassionate care. I look forward to meeting you and working together to achieve your best outcomes. SPECIALTIES: B12 Botox Dermatology Hair restoration Holistic Medicine LipoB MICC Mounjaro Ozempic PRP Semaglutide Skin Rejuvenation Tirzepatide Wegovy Weight Loss Zepbound CONDITIONS TREATED: Alopecia Anti-aging Acne treatment Digestive issues Hair loss evaluation Hyperpigmentation Lifestyle change Men hair loss Obesity Overweight Scars Weight loss Women hair loss TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY: I believe in a holistic, patient-centered approach to healthcare. Each patient is unique, and I tailor my care to fit individual needs and goals. My focus is on obesity management and overall wellness, guiding patients through personalized plans that include prescription medication, nutrition, exercise, and behavioral counseling. I emphasize open communication and compassion, creating a safe space where patients feel heard and valued. I strive to empower individuals by educating them about their health and treatment options. Whether it’s through telehealth consultations or in-person visits, my aim is to improve outcomes and support lasting, positive change in every patient’s life.
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