You can book directly through our online scheduling system, call us at (347) 766-2155, or email [email protected]. Workers' compensation patients should use the dedicated booking pathway or call our office directly to ensure your appointment is documented correctly from the start.
What should I expect at my first visit?Your first appointment is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. Tara will take a detailed history of your current symptoms, past mental health treatment, medications, medical history, and the specific circumstances bringing you in. The evaluation typically lasts 60 to 75 minutes. From there, she will work with you to develop an individualized treatment plan.
Mind Matters currently provides psychiatric care for adults. If you are seeking care for a child or adolescent, we are happy to provide a referral.
We currently accept the following insurance plans:
We recommend contacting your insurance provider before your first appointment to verify your mental health benefits, deductible status, and whether Mind Matters is in-network under your specific plan.
Are you accepting new patients?Yes. Mind Matters is currently accepting new patients for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, perinatal mental health care, and workers' compensation psychiatric care.
Yes. Self-pay patients are welcome. Our rates are:
Payment is due at the time of service. We accept all major credit cards.
Yes. If your insurance plan offers out-of-network mental health benefits, we can provide a superbill upon request that you may submit to your insurer for potential reimbursement.
No. Authorized workers' compensation patients have no out-of-pocket cost for psychiatric care. All billing is handled directly through your workers' compensation claim. Our Workers' Compensation Board provider number is N580897-7.
Yes. Mind Matters offers secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth appointments via video for patients who prefer not to come in person or who are located outside of Staten Island.
Telehealth is available to patients who are physically located in the following states at the time of their appointment:
Your physical location at the time of the appointment — not your billing address or home state — determines eligibility. If you will be traveling at the time of your appointment, please notify our office in advance.
A smartphone, tablet, or computer with a camera and microphone, a private space where you can speak freely, and a stable internet connection. You will receive a secure link prior to your appointment.
Mind Matters is located at 1360 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305, inside the Spine & Pain Institute of New York.
Yes. The office is fully wheelchair accessible with on-site parking available.
Please contact our office or check our online booking system for current appointment availability. We offer both daytime and select evening appointments.
Yes. Medication management is one of the core services at Mind Matters. Tara approaches prescribing thoughtfully — prioritizing safety, tolerability, and your long-term stability. She will always discuss the rationale for any medication recommendation and involve you in the decision.
Yes. GeneSight pharmacogenomic testing is available at Mind Matters. GeneSight analyzes how your genetic profile may affect the way your body processes certain psychiatric medications, which can help guide more personalized medication selection and reduce the trial-and-error process. Ask about GeneSight at your evaluation or medication management appointment.
Controlled substances may be prescribed when clinically indicated and appropriate. Tara follows all applicable state and federal regulations regarding controlled substance prescribing.
We require at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or reschedble any appointment. Cancellation fees apply as follows:
Cancellation fees are not billable to insurance and are the responsibility of the patient. Please review our full Cancellation and No-Show Policy for complete details.
Call (347) 766-2155, email [email protected], or use the link in your booking confirmation. Please do not use these channels for urgent clinical matters.
Mind Matters does not provide emergency or crisis services. If you are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, please contact one of the resources above or go to your nearest emergency room.