Pathway 2: Good Spirit Psych / Southend Psychiatry

Good Spirit Psych / Southend Psychiatry is my licensed clinical practice, separate from coaching services. This is medical psychiatric care, not performance coaching.

Clinical Mental Health Care for High Performers

Good Spirit Psych / Southend Psychiatry

Good Spirit Psych provides comprehensive virtual psychiatric care through Southend Psychiatry. As a board-certified Physician Assistant with a Doctor of Medical Science in Psychiatry (Summa Cum Laude) and 25+ years of athletic experience, I bridge clinical excellence with real-world understanding of pressure, performance, and transition.

Currently serving 600+ patients monthly.

Who This Is For

Good Spirit Psych Is Right If You:

This is NOT the right fit if:

SERVICES

Comprehensive Virtual Psychiatric Care

Psychiatric Evaluations

Medication Management

Most Common Conditions We Treat

Telepsychiatry (Virtual Care)

WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT

Why Choose Good Spirit Psych?

Clinical

DMSc in Psychiatry, 12+ years practice, 600+ patients monthly

Personal

Former athlete who rebuilt after career-ending failure

This combination allows me to:

Compassionate, Evidence-Based Care

Program Details

How Good Spirit Psych Works

Appointment Length:

Insurance Accepted: (insurance logos preferred)

Appointments

How to Schedule

Appointments must be booked online via ZocDoc

GOOD SPIRIT PSYCH FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We accept Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare/Oxford/Optum, Fidelis Care, 1199 SEIU, Empire BCBS, Healthfirst, and cash payment. Check with your insurance about copays and coverage details before booking.

Initial evaluations are 60-90 minutes. Follow-up medication management appointments are typically 15-30 minutes. If you need longer therapy-focused sessions, those are 45-60 minutes.

Yes. As a board-certified Physician Assistant, I can prescribe psychiatric medications when clinically appropriate. However, medication is not always necessary, we’ll discuss all treatment options during your evaluation.

Good Spirit Psych (Psychiatric Care):

    • Medical diagnosis and treatment
    • Medication management
    • Clinical mental health symptoms
    • Insurance-covered (in most cases)
    • Treats conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, etc.

Phase 2 Coaching:

    • Performance coaching (not medical treatment)
    • Identity transitions and goal achievement
    • Strategic planning and accountability
    • Not covered by insurance
    • For high performers navigating life changes

If you’re unsure which you need, book a discovery call or psychiatric evaluation and we’ll guide you.

No. I’m currently licensed to practice telepsychiatry in New York and New Jersey only. If you live in another state, I cannot provide psychiatric care but may be able to provide Phase 2 Coaching (which doesn’t require medical licensing).

Appointment availability varies. New patient appointments typically available within 1-2 weeks. Check the booking platforms for real-time availability.

Yes. Research shows telepsychiatry is just as effective as in-person care for most conditions. You get the same quality care from the comfort of your home.

Good Spirit Psych provides scheduled appointments, not emergency services. If you’re experiencing a mental health emergency, please: 

    • Call 911
    • Go to your nearest emergency room
    • Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
GOOD SPIRIT PSYCH

Ready to Get Started?

Booking Your Appointment

Complete intake forms

Attend your first appointment

Begin treatment

Accepting new patients in NY and NJ • Most insurance accepted • Virtual appointments

Which path is right for you

Not Sure Where to Start? Coaching vs. Clinical Care:

Choose PHASE 2 COACHING if:

Phase 2 Coaching is performance coaching for identity transitions and goal achievement. It is not therapy or medical treatment.

Choose GOOD SPIRIT PSYCH if:

Good Spirit Psych / Southend Psychiatry is licensed medical care for mental health diagnosis and treatment.

COACHING VS. CLINICAL CARE

Which Service Do You Need?

Phase 2 CoachingGood Spirit Psych
PurposeIdentity transformation & goal achievementMental health diagnosis & treatment
Best ForLife transitions, identity crisis, performance optimizationAnxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders
ApproachStrategic planning, frameworks, accountabilityMedical evaluation, medication, therapy
CredentialsPerformance coachingLicensed psychiatric care
InsuranceNot coveredOften covered
Duration3–6 months structured programOngoing as needed
Investment$1,500 – $6,000Varies by insurance

Still unsure which path is right?

If you’re not sure which option is right for you, schedule a free 20-minute discovery call. We’ll discuss your situation and recommend the best approach (or both if needed).