Based in Albany, NY
Our practice identity and administrative home are in Albany — serving all of New York via telehealth.
New York State · Telehealth only
Mental health services in New York
Secure telehealth psychiatry for New York residents — evaluations, follow-ups, and medication management when clinically appropriate, from a PMHNP practice based in Albany, NY.
- Board-Certified PMHNP-BC
- Telehealth psychiatric care
- Ages 12+
- Major insurance accepted
If you are searching for mental health services anywhere in New York State, our practice offers a clear path: confidential inquiry, clinical evaluation via secure video, and ongoing psychiatric care tailored to your needs.
Our practice home base is Albany, NY — not New York City. Clinical visits are conducted entirely through telehealth. You may receive care from anywhere in New York where you are physically located at the time of your appointment, whether you are in Manhattan, Brooklyn, upstate, or elsewhere statewide.
Astrude Charles, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner — not a psychologist or therapy-only provider. Care focuses on psychiatric assessment and treatment planning, including medication when appropriate.
Telehealth throughout New York
Statewide telehealth for patients physically in NY at the time of care.
PMHNP-led psychiatry
Board-certified psychiatric care — inquiry-first, no walk-in office.
Licensed multi-state
Also serving California and Florida via telehealth where licensed.
Telehealth psychiatric care available when you are physically in NY at the time of your appointment.
Services
Explore psychiatric services across New York State:
Psychiatric Evaluation
A psychiatric evaluation gives you clarity: a thorough, unhurried assessment with a board-certified PMHNP, honest answers, and a treatment plan explained in language you understand.
Medication Management
Medication management means you are never navigating this alone. Your PMHNP monitors your response, explains every change clearly, and adjusts your plan collaboratively over time.
Telehealth Psychiatric Sessions
Telehealth psychiatric sessions bring board-certified care to you. Private video visits from wherever you feel safe — with the same PMHNP for evaluation, follow-up, and medication management.
Anxiety Treatment
Anxiety treatment with a board-certified PMHNP gives you a clear diagnosis when appropriate, evidence-based medication options when clinically indicated, and a collaborative plan you understand — all through private telehealth.
ADHD Treatment
ADHD treatment with a board-certified PMHNP means structured assessment, honest discussion of medication and non-medication strategies, and ongoing follow-up — delivered through convenient telehealth.
Depression Treatment
Depression treatment with a board-certified PMHNP offers clinical evaluation, thoughtful medication management when appropriate, and ongoing support — so you are not navigating recovery alone.
PTSD Treatment
PTSD treatment with a trauma-informed PMHNP focuses on stabilizing symptoms, thoughtful medication management when appropriate, and a pace that respects your safety — all through private telehealth.
Frequently asked questions
Our practice home base is Albany, NY at 418 Broadway. We serve patients throughout New York State via telehealth — NYC is not our administrative base, but New York City residents are welcome when physically in NY at the time of care.
Insurance accepted
Many major plans cover telehealth psychiatric care. We verify your benefits before your first visit — and offer transparent self-pay options when needed.
Patient experiences
What patients say about our care
“I was nervous before my first appointment, but it felt easy to open up once we started. Everything was explained clearly and I never felt judged or rushed.”
“What stood out was how much attention was given to what I was actually saying. It felt like someone genuinely trying to understand what I'm going through.”
When you're ready
Start psychiatric care in New York
Telehealth only. Submit an inquiry — we confirm licensure and discuss next steps before any visit.
- Confidential inquiry
- No office visit needed
- Clear next steps
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