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Dr. Shah Nawaz

Psychiatrist
25 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist with more than 22 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care in inpatient, outpatient, consultation-liaison, and telepsychiatry settings.

Throughout my career, I have helped adults struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, trauma-related conditions, somatic symptom disorders, and other complex psychiatric illnesses. I also specialize in the treatment of substance use disorders, including medication-assisted treatment with buprenorphine (Suboxone) for opioid use disorder.

My philosophy is simple: every patient is unique, and treatment should be personalized. I combine comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, supportive psychotherapy, lifestyle and nutritional counseling, and when appropriate, pharmacogenomic (genetic) testing to help identify medications that may be most effective while minimizing side effects.

I believe mental health is closely connected to physical health. My whole-person approach addresses emotional well-being, sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress management, and healthy lifestyle habits to promote lasting recovery and resilience.

My approach to therapy

My philosophy is simple: every patient is unique, and treatment should be personalized. I combine comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, supportive psychotherapy, lifestyle and nutritional counseling, and when appropriate, pharmacogenomic (genetic) testing to help identify medications that may be most effective while minimizing side effects

What you can expect from me

Whether you are seeking help for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addiction, or another mental health concern, I strive to provide thoughtful, evidence-based care in a respectful, collaborative, and supportive environment. Together, we will develop a treatment plan that is personalized to your needs and focused on helping you achieve lasting wellness.

About me

  • I identify as
    Asian, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Warm, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    25 years of experience
  • Training
    MD (Medical Degree) at Santiago University of Technology (UTESA)
  • License type
    MD (Medical Doctor) (Connecticut, New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Cost

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