Jennifer Ray, MSW, NP Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Thoughtful psychiatric care for adults.

I provide psychiatric evaluation and treatment for adults age 18 and older, including medication management. My attention goes not only to symptoms and diagnosis but to the broader psychological and life context in which they occur.

IN-PERSON ON CENTRAL PARK WEST NEAR COLUMBUS CIRCLE. TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE WHEN APPROPRIATE.

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Central Park reservoir path looking toward Central Park West
My Approach

Psychiatric treatment seen in full context.

My approach is collaborative and psychosocially informed. I take time to understand what you are experiencing, how symptoms developed, what has and has not helped in the past, and how relationships, stressors, personal history, physical health, sleep, and daily life may be contributing. That context informs treatment decisions.

Medication can be an important part of psychiatric treatment, but it is never the only recommendation, and not always the first. Psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, stress management, and other non-medication strategies are often important components of the treatment plan.

Areas of Focus

Depression

Anxiety

ADHD

Obsessive-Compulsive Symptoms

Trauma-Related Symptoms

Jennifer Ray
About Jenn

My background in psychiatric care and social work shapes the way I practice.

I completed both my Master of Science in Nursing and my Master of Science in Social Work at Columbia University. My clinical experience spans outpatient and inpatient psychiatry, academic training environments, and psychiatric rehabilitation, as well as international clinical work in Jerusalem. I have also served as a clinical preceptor for Columbia University School of Nursing students.

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Services

Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation

Completed across two appointments

An evaluation is an extended conversation about what you are experiencing and what may be contributing to it — your symptoms, your history, your previous treatment, and the circumstances of your life. It ends with a clearer picture of the situation and a treatment plan we arrive at together.

Follow-Up Appointments

30- and 45-minute appointments

Ongoing appointments cover more than the prescription. We reassess symptoms, and we talk about the things that shape how you feel — sleep and daily habits, stress and how you manage it, work, relationships, and whatever has changed since we last met. Medication is one tool among several, and the plan is adjusted as your life and symptoms change.

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Consultation

I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation call for prospective patients who would like to briefly discuss their needs and determine whether my practice may be a good fit.

Insurance

My practice is out-of-network. If your policy includes out-of-network benefits, I am happy to provide you with a superbill to submit for reimbursement.

About Jenn

Care rooted in whole-person understanding.

I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Social Work background. My work is grounded in the belief that effective psychiatric care looks at more than symptoms alone.

I work collaboratively with patients to develop treatment plans that are individualized, carefully considered, and grounded in both psychiatric evidence and a fuller understanding of the person.

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Background

Training and experience.

My professional background in social work continues to shape the way I practice today: listening closely, understanding context, and seeing each person as more than a diagnosis.

I completed both my Master of Science in Nursing and my Master of Social Work at Columbia University. My clinical experience spans outpatient and inpatient psychiatry, academic training environments, and psychiatric rehabilitation, as well as international clinical work in Jerusalem. I have also provided clinical education and training to Columbia University nursing students.

My training as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner allows me to provide evidence-informed psychiatric evaluation and medication management.

My Approach

Seeing the whole picture.

Psychiatric symptoms do not occur in isolation.

Alongside the symptoms that bring you to treatment, I consider your history, relationships, stressors, physical health, sleep, and the circumstances of your daily life.

This fuller understanding helps inform clinical decisions and allows treatment to be tailored to the person rather than simply to a diagnosis.

Collaboration

Working together on treatment decisions.

Treatment planning is collaborative. I bring psychiatric expertise, while you bring essential knowledge of your own experience, priorities, preferences, and what has or has not worked for you in the past.

Collaboration extends beyond our appointments. I often work closely with the other clinicians involved in a patient's care—therapists, primary care physicians, and other specialists—so that treatment is coordinated rather than fragmented.

The goal is a treatment plan that is clinically sound, understandable, and workable in your actual life.

The consulting room at 25 Central Park West
Credentials

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (Psychiatric-Mental Health)

Columbia University School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Columbia University School of Nursing

Master of Science in Social Work (Clinical Health/Mental Health concentration)

Columbia University School of Social Work

Bachelor of Arts in History

Brandeis University

Licenses & Certifications

Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Nurse Practitioner license in New York and New Jersey

Who I Work With

Adults age 18 and older experiencing:

Depression

Persistent low mood, loss of interest, fatigue, changes in motivation, and related symptoms.

Anxiety

Worry, panic, restlessness, feeling overwhelmed, and chronic anxiety.

ADHD

Difficulties with attention, organization, follow-through, executive functioning, and time management.

Obsessive-compulsive symptoms

Intrusive thoughts, compulsions, rituals, and repetitive behaviors.

Trauma-Related Symptoms

Emotional reactivity, avoidance, heightened vigilance, and other ways past experiences may continue to affect present-day functioning.

Services

I provide psychiatric evaluation and treatment, including medication management, for adults, with an emphasis on understanding the whole person and developing a treatment plan that fits your needs, goals, and circumstances.

Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation

$650 · Across two one-hour appointments

A psychiatric evaluation is an opportunity to develop a detailed understanding of what you are experiencing and what may be contributing to it. It may cover your symptoms, psychiatric and medical history, previous treatment, medications, sleep, substance use, relationships, stressors, physical health, and what you hope treatment will accomplish.  I may also collaborate with other providers involved in your care, such as your therapist or physician.

From there, we work together to develop an individualized treatment plan that reflects both the clinical picture and your own priorities and preferences.

Two one-hour sessions provide for a more in-depth assessment and a fuller discussion of any diagnosis, the recommendations, the alternatives, and your questions.

Follow-Up Appointments

$250 / 30 min · $350 / 45 min

Medication can be an important part of psychiatric treatment, but the decision to use it is individualized and made together, with attention to your symptoms, goals, medical history, previous experiences with medication, and the likely benefits and possible drawbacks.

Follow-up appointments reassess symptoms and how you are feeling on the medication, and we decide together whether the plan holds or needs adjusting. They are not only about medication. We also talk about how life is going—work, relationships, sleep, stress, and what has changed since we last met—because that context shapes what treatment should look like.

Non-medication strategies are a vital part of treatment. I offer counseling around sleep, nutrition, and movement, as well as stress management and brief cognitive behavioral techniques, if indicated. Psychotherapy is usually an important component of treatment; I offer it combined with medication management on a case-by-case basis in 45-minute appointments, and frequently recommend trusted psychotherapist colleagues when they are a better fit.

Complimentary 15-Minute Consultation Call

No charge

The call is a chance to briefly discuss what you are looking for, ask initial questions about my practice, and determine whether scheduling an evaluation makes sense.

There is no obligation to schedule.

Treatment Recommendations

A detailed plan, not just a prescription.

The evaluation ends with written recommendations specific to your situation. Depending on what we find, that may include medication, psychotherapy, changes to sleep or daily habits, evidence-based supplements, mindfulness practice, exercise, organizational strategies, further medical workup, or collaboration with another provider — usually some combination.

I explain the reasoning behind each recommendation, what the alternatives are, and what to expect, so we can make decisions together. Medication is never the only recommendation.

What to Expect

1

Consultation

If you would like, begin with a free 15-minute call to discuss your needs and ask questions about my practice and approach.

2

Evaluation & Treatment Planning

Complete a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation across two appointments, generally in-person at my office near Columbus Circle, and develop a treatment plan together.

3

Follow-Up

Continue with ongoing appointments to reassess how treatment is working and adjust the plan as needed.

Fees & FAQ

Below you will find current fees as well as answers to common questions about evaluation, treatment, and my practice.

Fees
Comprehensive Psychiatric EvaluationCompleted across two one-hour appointments $650
30-Minute Follow-Up $250
45-Minute Follow-Up $350
15-Minute Consultation Call Complimentary

My practice is out-of-network. If your policy includes out-of-network benefits, I am happy to provide you with a superbill to submit for reimbursement.

Cancellations

Appointments cancelled or rescheduled with less than 24 hours' notice are charged the full fee for the scheduled appointment.

Good Faith Estimate

Under the No Surprises Act, patients who are not using insurance have the right to a written Good Faith Estimate of expected costs before scheduling, and may request one at any time. More at cms.gov/nosurprises.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the psychiatric evaluation involve? +

The evaluation is completed across two hourlong appointments and is generally conducted in-person.

It may include discussion of your current symptoms, psychiatric and medical history, previous treatment, medications, sleep, substance use, relationships, stressors, physical health, and treatment goals.

When helpful and with your permission, I may also collaborate with other providers involved in your care, such as your therapist or physician.

Why is the psychiatric evaluation completed over two appointments? +

Two sessions provide for a more in-depth assessment and discussion, rather than compressing a complex psychiatric history into a single hour.

The additional time also allows for collaboration with your other providers when useful, and for a detailed discussion of any diagnosis or recommendations with room to address your questions and concerns.

Will I be prescribed medication? +

Not necessarily.

An evaluation does not automatically lead to a prescription, and medication is never the only recommendation.

Depending on your situation, recommendations may include medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, further medical evaluation, or a combination of approaches.

How are treatment decisions made? +

Treatment decisions are collaborative.

I will discuss the reasoning behind my recommendations, the potential benefits and risks of different options, and reasonable alternatives, taking into account your goals, preferences, previous treatment experiences, and concerns.

What are follow-up appointments like? +

Follow-up appointments are generally 30 minutes. 45 minute sessions available when extra time is needed, or when psychotherapy is combined with medication management. 

They may include reassessment of symptoms, discussion of how you are responding to medication, review of side effects, changes in your health or circumstances, and reconsideration of the treatment plan when needed.

They also include talking about how life is going—work, relationships, sleep, stress, and anything that has changed since we last met.

The goal is not simply to renew medication, but to continue evaluating whether treatment is helping and whether anything should change.

Do you provide psychotherapy? +

My practice is primarily focused on psychiatric evaluation and medication management.

I do provide psychotherapy on a case-by-case basis when it is clinically appropriate, though I do not generally offer stand-alone ongoing psychotherapy as the primary service.

If I am not the best person to provide the type of psychotherapy you would most benefit from, I will refer you to a trusted colleague who is a better fit.

When you are already working with a therapist, I am happy to collaborate with them.

Do you offer telehealth? +

Yes.

Follow-up appointments are available via telehealth for patients located in New York and New Jersey, although in-person visits are encouraged. Controlled substances are not prescribed through my New Jersey telehealth practice.

I generally prefer to conduct initial psychiatric evaluations in-person at my office on Central Park West near Columbus Circle.

Can you communicate with my therapist or other doctors? +

Yes.

I am happy to collaborate with your therapist, primary care physician, or another clinician.

Can we speak before I schedule an appointment? +

Yes. I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation call for prospective patients.

The purpose of the call is to briefly discuss what you are looking for, answer initial questions about the practice, and determine whether scheduling an evaluation makes sense.

How accessible are you between appointments? +

Most non-urgent emails receive a response within one business day.

Email and routine between-appointment communication are not appropriate for emergencies. In the event of a psychiatric or medical emergency, patients should access emergency services directly.

Get in Touch

If you are interested in becoming a patient, you are welcome to contact me by email.

I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation call if you would like to briefly discuss your needs and ask questions before scheduling an evaluation.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Email jenn@jenniferraynp.com

Please do not include sensitive or urgent medical information in your first email. Email is not appropriate for emergencies; in the event of a psychiatric or medical emergency, please access emergency services directly.

Contact Information

Jennifer Ray, MSW, NP

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

25 Central Park West, Suite 1-I (between 62nd and 63rd)
New York, NY 10023

jenn@jenniferraynp.com
(646) 397-6874

Appointments

In-person at the Central Park West office; telehealth follow-ups for patients in New York and New Jersey. Controlled substances are not prescribed through the New Jersey telehealth practice.

The Century building entrance at 25 Central Park West
Getting Here

The office is in the Century, on Central Park West between 62nd and 63rd Streets. Enter under the awning; Suite 1-I is on the ground floor.

A short walk from the A, B, C, D, and 1 trains at 59th Street–Columbus Circle. The M10 runs along Central Park West, and the M66 crosstown bus stops nearby.