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Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Tenafly, NJ
Tenafly Psychiatric Associates is a private practice specializing in psychiatry and geriatric psychiatry, offering comprehensive mental health care for patients of all ages. Our team of board-certified professionals provides individual, family, and group therapy alongside psychopharmacology and medication management. We integrate holistic approaches like acupuncture and reiki to address mind-body wellness, with expertise in treating anxiety, depression, dementia, and stress-related conditions.With locations in Tenafly, New Jersey, and Manhattan, we offer in-person visits, facility consultations, and secure telehealth sessions. Our clinicians hold advanced training from institutions like Princeton University and Weill Cornell Medical College, emphasizing personalized care grounded in evidence-based practices and cultural sensitivity.
Services
Psychiatry
Therapy
Telehealth
Geriatric Psychiatry
Holistic Treatments
Medication Management
Stress Relief
Dementia Evaluations
Life Coaching
Highlights and features
- We provide board-certified psychiatrists and nurse practitioners with decades of combined experience.
- Our holistic approach integrates traditional psychiatry with acupuncture, reiki, and lifestyle counseling.
- We offer telehealth sessions and house calls for patient convenience.
- Our team includes Cornell-trained clinicians with expertise in geriatric psychiatry.
- We serve 30+ locations across New Jersey and New York for accessible care.
Services
Psychiatry
Our psychiatry services provide diagnosis and treatment for mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Board-certified professionals use evidence-based therapies and medication management to create personalized care plans. Patients receive compassionate, culturally informed treatment tailored to individual needs across all life stages.
Geriatric Psychiatry
Specialized care addresses mental health challenges unique to older adults, including dementia, memory loss, and late-life depression. We offer cognitive evaluations, medication management, and support for transitions to assisted living facilities. Our team works closely with caregivers to develop holistic treatment strategies that enhance quality of life.
Telehealth
Secure video consultations allow patients to access psychiatric care from home. This service includes therapy sessions, medication reviews, and mental health assessments through HIPAA-compliant platforms. Telehealth ensures continuity of care for patients with mobility challenges or those requiring remote monitoring.
Holistic Treatments
We combine conventional psychiatry with complementary therapies like acupuncture, reiki, and stress management techniques. These treatments address mind-body connections to improve emotional well-being and physical symptoms. Our approach supports overall wellness through natural interventions alongside traditional medical care.
Medication Management
Board-certified providers oversee psychiatric medication regimens to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects. This service includes regular monitoring, dosage adjustments, and education about treatment options. We prioritize personalized pharmacological approaches that align with each patient's unique health profile and treatment goals.
People
Jay Lawrence Friedman
Owner and Managing Member
Dr. Friedman is a Princeton graduate and Cornell instructor specializing in psychiatry. He completed residency at UMDNJ and geriatric fellowship at Weill Cornell. Appointed at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, he leads clinical operations across NJ and NY locations.
Margaret E. Cummins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
With 25+ years of geriatric psychiatry experience, Margaret provides prescriptive care and therapy. She holds advanced degrees from Hunter College and NYU, focusing on holistic treatment approaches for adult mental health conditions.
Mera Marie Keh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Mera combines 19 years of psychiatric nursing with a holistic approach to mental health care. Certified in PMHNP, she emphasizes patient-centered treatment plans that address cultural and individual needs across diverse populations.
Diana Pekisheva
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Specializing in dementia care, Diana applies expertise from surgical ICU experience to psychiatric treatment. She focuses on compassionate, evidence-based care that improves quality of life for patients and families through personalized interventions.
Melissa Lillien
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Melissa offers therapy using evidence-based interventions for all age groups. With 10+ years of experience and a master's from Yeshiva University, she specializes in geriatric care and empowering patients to overcome mental health challenges.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychiatry, therapy, medication management, geriatric care, telehealth, and holistic treatments like acupuncture for anxiety, depression, dementia, and stress-related conditions.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide secure video consultations for psychiatric evaluations, therapy sessions, and medication management through HIPAA-compliant platforms for patient convenience.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Tenafly, NJ, Manhattan (Upper West and East Sides), and 30+ locations across Northeastern New Jersey and neighboring New York areas.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (201) 568-8288 to book in-person or telehealth sessions. New patients can complete our HIPAA-compliant online form for initial consultations with our psychiatric team.
What makes your practice unique?
Our integrative approach combines traditional psychiatry with holistic therapies like reiki and acupuncture. Our board-certified team includes Cornell-trained clinicians with expertise in geriatric care and evidence-based treatments.
Do you treat patients of all ages?
Yes, we provide care for children, adults, and seniors, with specialized geriatric psychiatry services for memory evaluations, dementia management, and late-life mental health challenges.
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Reviews (4)
Tim Everett
Feb 06, 2022
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My interview with Dr Estok was less than helpful.The image or virtual was breaking up so bad that I couldnt effectively explain my reasons for calling nonetheless I did my best. We ended with an agreement for medication. The problem is he never called in my meds and never returned my repeated calls for help. Is it me? Or is it some doctors dont know how to relate to patients?
S. Fox
Feb 27, 2021
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I must share with everyone that Dr. Friedman is an excellent psychopharmacologist and psychotherapist. He has helped me greatly through difficult times. He and his associates and staff are all wonderful.
Theresa F.
Dec 14, 2020
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I am so very much looking forward to my next session! I have been seeing Dr. Friedman at Tenafly Psychiatric in Tenafly, NJ for five years now and he has saved my life. He is most caring and compassionate and knowledgeable and should be everyone's top choice. I recommend calling Tenafly Psychiatric for an appointment in Tenafly, NJ TODAY! In addition, Dr. Friedman also has a Manhattan office where he sees patients at 310 W. 72nd street. It was a great joy to see him there as well. He is an expert psychopharmacologist which he combines with expert psychotherapy. He listens and understands and explains
Julia Moore
Nov 03, 2020
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Dr. Estok provided an intake in the ER for my husband several years ago. The intake didn't help my husband at all. The doctor asked him a few casual questions and that is all. Dr. Estok didn't even take notes. And now we are being billed from this office two years later. Ridiculous and shameful.
