Clear answers, before you begin

We provide psychiatric care for adolescents (age 12 and older) through adulthood, including older adults. Our goal is to offer compassionate, individualized treatment that evolves with each stage of life.

Yes. We offer in-person appointments at our Fairfield, New Jersey office (277 Fairfield Road, Suite 210) and our Warwick, New York office (65 Main Street), as well as secure telehealth visits across New Jersey and New York.

For virtual visits, you'll receive a HIPAA-compliant video link before your scheduled session for private and convenient access to care.

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Yes. Clear Thoughts Psychiatry participates with a range of major plans, including Aetna, AARP, Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Cigna, Humana, Luminare Health, Medicare, Meritain Health, Oxford Health Plans, UMR, 1199SEIU, and Anthem/Empire Plans. We continue to expand our network and will share updates as new plans are added.

If we're not in-network with your plan, self-pay options are available. If you have out-of-network benefits, we'll provide a detailed superbill you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.

We understand insurance can be confusing — our goal is to keep the process clear, transparent, and stress-free. Contact our office and we'll help you verify your benefits before your first appointment.

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• Initial Psychiatric Evaluation (60 minutes): $300
• Medication Follow-Up Appointment (20 minutes): $120
• Extended Follow-Up (45 minutes): $150

Payment is due at the time of your appointment and processed automatically for your convenience. A superbill is available upon request for out-of-network benefits.

Yes, when clinically appropriate and supported by a thorough evaluation and diagnosis. Controlled medications are prescribed safely and thoughtfully. We may request lab work or additional assessments before initiating or continuing certain prescriptions.

For safety and continuity of care, we do not automatically continue medications prescribed by other providers, and we take every precaution to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Your appointment time is reserved exclusively for you. Please provide at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.

Appointments canceled with less than 24 hours' notice, or appointments missed without prior notification, may be subject to a $50 cancellation/no-show fee. This fee is the responsibility of the patient and is generally not covered by insurance. It must be paid before future appointments may be scheduled, unless alternative arrangements are approved by Clear Thoughts Psychiatry Inc.

We understand that unexpected emergencies and circumstances may occur. Exceptions may be considered at the provider's discretion.

Supportive care — active listening, education, encouragement, and guidance — is incorporated into every psychiatric visit. Patients who would benefit from ongoing psychotherapy are encouraged to work with a licensed therapist.

For specialized therapy such as CBT, DBT, trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, or ERP, we are happy to coordinate care and provide referrals to trusted therapists within the community.

Your first appointment is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation lasting about 60 minutes. We'll discuss your concerns, review your medical and psychiatric history, current medications, lifestyle, and goals, and work together to develop an individualized treatment plan.

To help your visit go smoothly, please:

• Complete your new patient forms before your appointment
• Bring a valid photo ID and your insurance card
• Have an up-to-date list of your current medications
• Arrive 10–15 minutes early for in-person appointments
• For telepsychiatry, log in a few minutes early from a quiet, private location with a reliable internet connection

Clear Thoughts Psychiatry does not provide emergency or after-hours crisis services. If you are in crisis, please seek immediate help by contacting:

• 911 or 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
• 201-262-4357 (262-HELP) — Bergen County mobile crisis response
• Text NJ to 741741 — Crisis Text Line
• 1-800-273-8255 — Suicide Prevention Lifeline

If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.