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Clinical & Forensic Psychiatric Evaluations USA & Canada
Online Psychiatrist appointments seven days a week
GABA Telepsychiatry is a unique private practice, where the online psychiatrist offers the closest possible recreation of a traditional psychiatrist appointment in an online setting.
Find the best online psychiatrist and schedule your online psychiatrist appointment.
Online Psychiatrist Appointment
American Psychiatric Association Research shows that an online psychiatrist appointment can be as effective, if not more effective than an office visit. However, only when the correct procedures and protocols are followed.
Telepsychiatry is an art form. It is important to provide an optimal patient experience and pay attention to care and safety while treating individuals in an online setting.
Why GABA telepsychiatry?
Your online psychiatrist will provide High-Quality Care
- Your online psychiatrist will be board-certified and follow APA guidelines and standards of care.
- Psychiatrists provide the same practice model as if seeing a patient in the office.
- Psychiatrists provide thorough high-quality psychiatric evaluations.
- Your online psychiatrist is proficient in medication management and psychotherapy.
- Our psychiatrists are committed to providing the highest standard of care.
- Longer visits mean that time is taken to obtain the correct diagnosis.
- Longer visits mean that time is taken to titrate medication correctly and minimize side effects.
Online psychiatrists offer an integrative approach to psychiatric care
- An integrative approach means psychiatrists consider medication, therapy, environment, nutrition, and hormones.
Highly Qualified Online Psychiatrists
- Your online psychiatrist should be licensed, insured, and have an impeccable record.
- Online Psychiatrists are subspecialists in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Integrative Psychiatry, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, and Forensic Psychiatry.
- Many of our psychiatrists are former medical directors, and program directors, and have academic publications and teaching experience.
- You will see an experienced psychiatrist.
Convenience and safety
- Weekend Psychiatrist appointments are available online.
- Your online psychiatrist can collaborate with employers and disability evaluations can help restore fitness to work.
- Psychiatric care can assist in immediate recovery and in many cases prevent hospitalization.
- The office is open seven days a week, same day psychiatry appointments are available with your online psychiatrist for emergencies.
Patient advocacy services
- Patient advocates are available seven days a week.
- Patient advocates help with billing, scheduling, coordinating with your pharmacy, claiming forms, and other queries.
Comprehensive mental health evaluations
- Online psychiatrists provide comprehensive exams for court, disability, and professional licensing.
At GABA Telepsychiatry, online psychiatrists emphasize listening to the patient to effectively address symptoms and concerns. We believe that empathy, understanding, communication, and a collaborative relationship between the psychiatrist and patient is the formula for good treatment outcomes.
"Telepsychiatry allows you to see the online psychiatrist of your choice irrespective of location"
Best Online Psychiatrist
The term ‘best online psychiatrist’ is very subjective. It is a very personal decision to decide who is the best psychiatrist for you. However, when choosing an online psychiatrist, certain parameters need to be considered:
Your psychiatrist should be :
- Licensed in the state of residence.
- Practice APA guidelines and standard of care.
- Proficient in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.
- Be certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
The best online psychiatrist for you is ultimately someone who you can connect to and feel comfortable with. Therefore, as well as qualifications, additional factors may come into play, such as:
- Cultural Beliefs: The best online psychiatrists will see you as individuals, not a stereotype, and are comfortable treating people of all cultures. You may, however, feel more comfortable with a psychiatrist who is familiar with your culture.
- Religion: The best psychiatrists, regardless of their religious beliefs, will respect all faiths, be sensitive to your religious beliefs, and approach your beliefs in a non-judgemental manner.
- Gender Identity and Sexual Identity: If you consider yourself LBGT, non-binary, or transgender, the best online psychiatrist will be familiar with and able to understand the unique challenges you may be facing in navigating career, family relationships, and community.
- Language: You may prefer to see a psychiatrist who shares or speaks your mother tongue.
Best Online Psychiatrist Certifications
You may want to see a psychiatrist who has special areas of interest or additional qualifications. This can include:
- Fellowships
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship & Board Certification
- Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship & Board Certification
- Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship & Board Certification
- Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship & Board Certification
- Neurology Residency and Certification with ABPN (Neuropsychiatry)
- Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship & Certifications
Your Psychiatrist May have certain areas of interest. Common specialty interests include:
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, treatment-resistant depression, OCD, social anxiety, parental alienation, anger and domestic violence, gender-affirming care, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Online Psychiatrist Services
Medication
Management
Medication is sent electronically to your pharmacy and can be picked up the same day.
Psychotherapy
Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Family & Relationship Therapy.
Forensic expert
Services
Forensic psychiatry expert services are offered in the United States & Canada.
Online Psychiatrist
Neuropsychiatrist, Geriatric psychiatrist
Board Certified Psychiatrist with Multiple State Licenses MBBS (MD)
Dr. Valeria Serban is a board-certified Neurologist with extensive experience in Psychiatry and Neurology, certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Her approach to mental health care integrates neurological, structural, and physiological insights.
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Serban specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, dementia, OCD, mood disorders, panic disorder, postpartum depression, and psychosis. She combines therapy and medication management to create tailored treatment plans for her patients.
Dr. Serban also has a strong background in general adult and geriatric psychiatry, and she frequently addresses psychiatric symptoms related to neurological conditions such as migraines, epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and sleep disorders like narcolepsy.
Known for her compassionate and patient-centered care, Dr. Serban ensures a safe, welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their treatment. She continually explores innovative therapies to provide the best care options in collaboration with patients and their families.
In addition to her clinical expertise, Dr. Serban is fluent in six languages: English, Romanian, Italian, French, Spanish, and German, enhancing her ability to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Medical School
University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Romania
Neurology Residency Training
University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila” Bucharest, Romania
Master of Philosophy (M.Ph.) – Neuroscience
NYS Institute for Basic Research, New York
Internal Medicine Residency
Temple University Hospital, Pennsylvania
Neurology Residency
Temple University Hospital, Pennsylvania
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) – Neuroscience
NYS Institute for Basic Research, City University of New York – Graduate Center
Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship
Massachusetts General Hospital – Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
Electromyography – American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)
Neuromuscular Medicine – American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
Recertification – American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
Board Certified Psychiatrist in New York & New Jersey (MD)
Dr. Tony Issac is a highly experienced double-board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in evaluating and treating a broad range of mental health conditions, including insomnia, panic attacks, depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Dr. Issac focuses on addiction recovery and medication management. He employs a balanced approach, integrating psychotherapy with careful medication titration to create personalized treatment plans. Dr. Issac aims to support his patients’ recovery and foster long-term mental well-being by using both medication-based and non-medication strategies, helping them lead fuller, more satisfying lives.
Dr. Issac’s patients admire him for his kindness, empathy, and attentiveness. He provides a safe, supportive space for them, and is especially skilled in conducting suicide assessments and acute stabilization. In these critical situations, he collaborates closely with the patient’s family and, when needed, their employer, to ensure comprehensive care and support.
Medical School
St. George’s University: School of Medicine
Psychiatry Residency Training
Richmond University Medical Center: affiliate of Mount Sinai Health Network
Bachelors of Science (B.S.) in Psychobiology
Binghamton University – State University of New York
Board Certification
American Board of Preventative Medicine – Addiction Medicine, Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology – Psychiatry, Board Certification
Board Certified Psychiatrist with Multiple State Licenses MBBS (MD)
Dr. Gundu Reddy is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 15 years of clinical psychiatry experience and a decade of expertise in forensic psychiatry. She is well-versed in medication management, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Dr. Reddy has a strong interest in integrative psychiatry and adopts a holistic approach when evaluating and treating her patients. She considers a wide range of factors, including genetics, developmental history, medical conditions, nutrition, hormonal imbalances, and environmental influences to provide comprehensive care.
Dr. Reddy emphasizes the importance of understanding underlying psychodynamic conflicts and the root causes of symptoms when developing treatment plans. This nuanced approach enhances the effectiveness of medication management and therapy, whether it involves individual, family, or relationship counseling. Additionally, she has significant experience in managing treatment-resistant cases and incorporates her expertise in integrative psychiatry to address complex patient needs.
Medical School
The United Medical Dental Schools of Guys Kings and St Thomas’ at King’s College London
Psychiatry Residency Training
Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Training
NYU Psychoanalytic Institute
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry Neurology
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Clinical Services: California, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, South Carolina, Tennessee
Forensic Psychiatry Services: All of the US and Canada
Weekend Psychiatrist Appointments
A weekend online psychiatrist appointment is convenient, as on weekdays, you may fall short of time or experience many interruptions.
A weekday psychiatric appointment can interrupt work, and clash with school pickup time or other weekday activities. Accessibility is often a challenge and many individuals, may miss out on quality healthcare due to scheduling and commuting problems.
It may be hard to focus during the week while juggling work, school, or children. Both you and your psychiatrist may feel more relaxed and get more out of the appointment.
Weekend Psychiatric Emergencies
Psychiatric emergencies can occur on weekends, as well as on weekdays. Being able to access an online psychiatrist on weekends, can be beneficial as you get
- Seamless prescription refills
- Timely crisis intervention
- Successful symptom management
- Hassle-free workplace documentation
With a weekend online psychiatrist appointment, you can avoid a sudden commute to the Emergency Room.
Can an Online Psychiatrist send prescriptions?
An online psychiatrist can send prescriptions providing that he or she is licensed in your state of residence. At Gaba Telepsychiatry, medication visits are 30 minutes, which is double the time allocated by most insurance plans. Your online psychiatrist will take the time to make sure that you are taking the right medication. This means ensuring that your medication is effective, and side effects are absent or minimized.
Spending extra time with the patient to ensure a better response, better clinical outcomes and avoiding side effects, leads to higher patient satisfaction, and enhances recovery.
‘Most people spend more time searching for the right pair of shoes, than the right psychiatric medication.’
The decision to take psychiatric medications is one of the most important decisions that you will make. Ideally, the response to medication should be life changing and you will experience both alleviation of symptoms and enhanced quality of life.
Prescribing psychiatric medication the right way means :
- Spending time with the patient, evaluating symptoms
- Evaluating underlying cause
- Evaluating side effects
- Evaluating what has and has not worked in the past
- Discussing options with the patient, and forming a collaborative treatment plan
- Careful titration to ensure the correct dosage
At GABA Telepsychiatry, we utilize a combination of evidence-based medicine and patient experience to work towards the best possible outcome.
Can an Online Psychiatrist prescribe controlled substances?
At GABA Telepsychiatry controlled substances are prescribed when clinically appropriate.
Common uses of controlled substances including stimulants and benzodiazepines include medications for :
- Suicidal ideation
- Acute insomnia
- Mania
- Panic attacks
- ADHD
- Debilitating Anxiety
Most states have restricted online prescribing of controlled substances and require at least one in-person visit. An online psychiatrist is legally required to follow state guidelines when prescribing controlled substances.
If an initial in-person visit is not possible, a consultation can be sent to your primary care doctor. Most primary care doctors are happy to collaborate with psychiatrists and fill the script, providing a consult is sent, to achieve optimum patient care.
Whether seeing a patient online or in person, the psychiatrist must follow APA guidelines and standards of care.
Quality Psychiatric Care
Authenticity &
Integrity
Board Certified Psychiatrists follow APA Guidelines and the best standards of patient care.
Longer Patient
Visits
Longer visits with
a commitment to provide
the best possible care.
An Integrative
Approach
Considers genetics, medical, hormonal, nutritional, dynamic & environmental factors.
Why would I see an Online Psychiatrist?
The main advantages of seeing a psychiatrist online are choice and convenience. You can see the psychiatrist of your choice and are not restricted by location. Additionally, seeing a psychiatrist online means you do not have to travel to your appointment and do not have to take time off work.
"GABA Telepsychiatry offers an integrative approach to psychiatric evaluation"
An integrative approach to psychiatric care leads to better clinical outcomes
Many factors can affect psychiatric illness such as genetics, developmental, trauma, nutritional factors, hormones, career difficulties, relationship difficulties, coping skills, concurrent medical illness, head injury, side effects of medication, and many others.
At GABA Telepsychiatry, the psychiatrist must consider all of these factors to provide optimum care. At Gaba Telepsychiatry the psychiatrists aim to provide an integrative approach to psychiatric care without compromising evidence-based medicine. Ultimately every patient is different, and care should be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Types of Online Psychotherapy
Can I see an Online Psychiatrist for therapy?
Addressing psychodynamic conflicts is not always easy and it is important to find a provider whom you are comfortable with. Providing the online psychiatrist or clinical psychologist follows APA guidelines and standards of care, online psychotherapy can be as effective as in-person psychotherapy.
Psychiatrists at Gaba Telepsychiatry Practice
The advantage of online psychotherapy is that you can see the psychiatrist or psychologist of your choice regardless of location. Increased schedule flexibility and choice of therapist also tend to result in more consistent attendance leading to better outcomes.
At Gaba Telepsychiatry, online psychiatrists see patients via videoconference, not via text message. Therapy via phone call is usually reserved for travel or emergencies. The goal is to recreate the closest possible approximation to the in-person visit. Psychiatrists practice in accordance with APA guidelines and standards of care. A variety of therapy modalities including psychodynamic psychotherapy, family therapy, and CBT are utilized to help you work towards healing and recovery.
Conditions Treated by our Online Psychiatrists
Urgent Psychiatric Care Online
Many patients find it hard to get immediate access to a psychiatrist when most needed. Obtaining urgent psychiatric care online can help with immediate stabilizations, preventing time off work, immediate resolution of symptoms, and can sometimes prevent hospitalization. Urgent psychiatric care can include acute treatment of insomnia, panic attacks, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and OCD.
