Kevin Lam, MD
Board certified adult, child and adolescent psychiatrist
26 Court Street, Suite 709
Brooklyn, NY 11242
646-504-4680
Please learn more about my background and services that I offer.
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About
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist in general adult and child-adolescent psychiatry practicing in New York City. I completed my fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry at The NYU School of Medicine and my general residency at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine. I am currently an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at NYU.
My background includes both inpatient and outpatient experience in the areas of child, adolescent and college mental health, foster care and child advocacy, substance use disorders, trauma, psychosomatic medicine, health and wellness, and integrative medicine. I have researched, presented and published on the topic of Tics and Tourette Syndrome. I am a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.
Services
Diagnostic Evaluations
I offer comprehensive evaluations for new patients:
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Mood and anxiety disorders
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OCD, tics and Tourette's
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ADHD, developmental and behavioral issues
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Substance abuse and addictions
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Trauma and adjustment issues
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Relationship and career challenges
Medication Management
I utilize medications when only necessary and monitor closely with patients for side effects. I prescribe using the latest evidence based research. I incorporate integrative approaches to supplement treatment where appropriate.
Psychotherapy
I am trained to provide weekly or biweekly psychotherapy utilizing a combination of supportive, dynamic, and cognitive behavioral approaches. I am also versed in parent management training, time and organizational management training, DBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and stress management.
FAQS
Do you take insurance?
Insurance: For his private practice, Dr. Lam does not participate in any health insurance plans as an in-network provider, nor does he accept payments from insurance plans. This allows him to see fewer patients, to spend more time with each patient, and minimizes non-essential paperwork, thereby delivering higher quality health care that also protects your confidential patient information from being shared with insurance companies. He will be happy to provide you with an invoice which will serve as a Health Insurance Claim Form (HICF) to submit for "out-of-network" reimbursement. In such a case, you will be reimbursed directly by your insurance company, and full payment is expected at the time of service.
Fees: Dr. Lam's fees are comparable to those of other psychiatrists in New York City. Please contact Dr. Lam to discuss his fee schedule.
What should I expect for my initial evaluation?
Dr. Lam believes that the most successful treatments and relationships with patients include obtaining a thorough initial history to arrive at the most accurate diagnoses and issues leading to your consultation. All initial consultations include an in-person meeting with you, your family, or your child at the office. Evaluations will also include obtaining an extensive history, review of relevant documentation and telephone contacts with your other medical providers, treating clinicians, and school personnel, as seen appropriate and with your permission.
At the end of the consultation process, Dr. Lam will meet with you to discuss his diagnostic impressions and recommended treatment plan that is the most appropriate for you, your family, or your child. Treatment recommendations can include a combination of individual psychotherapy, medication management, or other modalities of psychotherapy, such as parent management training, family therapy, group or couples therapy. During the evaluation process and the course of treatment, Dr. Lam will always recommend the best treatment options; in certain cases, this may mean that he will provide you with the appropriate referrals to work with other expert physicians, psychologists, and/or clinicians.
Adults
Initial evaluation sessions for adults are generally 60 minutes in length, depending on complexity.
Children and Adolescents
Evaluations for children and adolescents generally consist of one or two sessions totaling 90 minutes during which Dr. Lam will meet with the child or adolescent, as well as parents or guardians.
Psychotherapy:
If psychotherapy is indicated, individual sessions are provided with or without medication management. Therapy sessions are generally 30-45 minutes in length.
For children and adolescents, there will be periodic family meetings, which may be up to 60 minutes in length.
Medication Management:
If medication is indicated, medication management may be provided in conjunction with therapy or on its own. Medication management appointments without psychotherapy are up to 30 minutes in length.
