Dr. Victor Kekere

Welcome to Mindful Ascent Psychiatry. I believe that mental wellness is more than the absence of symptoms—it's the ability to live with purpose, resilience, and hope. Whether you're seeking care for yourself or your child, my goal is to provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care that helps you navigate life's challenges and reach your fullest potential.

I am Victor Kekere, MD, MS, a board-certified psychiatrist with advanced fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I completed my psychiatry residency at One Brooklyn Health–Interfaith Medical Center and my Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Health. I also hold a Master of Science in Neuroscience, which has strengthened my understanding of the complex relationship between brain function, behavior, and emotional health.

I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma-related disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and other emotional and behavioral challenges.

My approach combines comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, thoughtful medication management, and individual psychotherapy to create treatment plans that are tailored to each person's unique needs, strengths, and goals.

I understand that seeking psychiatric care can feel intimidating. During our first few sessions, my priority is to create a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where you feel genuinely heard and understood. Together, we'll explore your current concerns, reflect on your life experiences, identify your strengths, and develop a personalized treatment plan designed to help you—or your child—build resilience, regain confidence, and move toward lasting wellness.

What makes Mindful Ascent Psychiatry different is our commitment to truly personalized, relationship-centered care. I believe that every patient deserves time, thoughtful attention, and a treatment plan that reflects their unique story—not a one-size-fits-all approach. I take the time to understand the biological, psychological, developmental, social, and cultural factors that influence mental health, allowing us to address the root causes of emotional distress rather than simply managing symptoms.