Dr. Stephanie Neves is a doctorally trained, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. She obtained her BA from George Washington University in Psychology with a specialization in Cognitive Neuroscience. Dr. Neves spent several years in research before she started her nursing career at Columbia University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, she was a staff nurse at the psychiatric unit of New York Presbyterian–Weill Cornell. She has several years of experience as a nurse practitioner in New York City, primarily in community mental health, and remains committed to improving nurse practitioner education and transition to practice.
Dr. Neves believes in an integrative approach to psychiatry that focuses on how medication can help strengthen the mind-body connection. She provides evidence-based, clinical guidance in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. As a believer in supporting easier access to psychiatric care for everyone, Dr. Neves offers telehealth sessions, enabling patients to receive the help they need in the convenience and comfort of their homes. In addition to English, she speaks fluent Portuguese and conversational Spanish.
Passionate about health equity for vulnerable populations and conscious of the intersection of mental health with social factors, Dr. Neves delivers culturally competent care and has experience working with diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQIA patients. She is proficient in treating adults with anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma, among other psychiatric disorders.
Stephanie currently practices on Madison Avenue, in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. There she specializes in medication management services, supporting patients in managing their symptoms and medication routines as well as finding the treatment that works best for them. She is also excited to support patients with treatment-resistant depression who receive transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy from Dr. Woo.
Positions
- Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Madison Avenue TMS and Therapy (2019-present)
- Deputy Director of Psychiatry (2022-present), and Deputy Director of Community Psychiatry NP Fellowship Program (2020-2022) at Community Healthcare Network
- Autonomous Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (2016-present)
- Staff Nurse – Psychiatry, 11 North, New York Presbyterian – Weill-Cornell Medical Center (2015-2016)
Education
- Columbia University School of Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Master of Science in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- American University, Master of Arts in Teaching
- George Washington University, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Concentration in Cognitive Neuroscience
Credentials
- Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry
- Registered Nurse
- Waivered Suboxone Prescriber
- Basic Life Support
- ANCC Board Certification
Professional Associations
- Quality Advisory Committee, CHIPA Behavioral Health Workgroup, Controlled Substances Committee, and Research
Research And Publication Topics
- The causes, symptoms, and treatment of burnout and its relation with mood disorders.
- How telehealth and mobile health devices can enhance the delivery of mental health services and improve patient outcomes.
- Autism and access to education and healthcare services.
Dr. Neves has co-authored the following posters and presentations:
- Neves, S., Squitieri, J., Tutti, E. (2023, May). Impact of Telemedicine on Psychiatric Visit Attendance Rates in an Urban Federally Qualified Health Center. Poster session at the American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA.
- Neves, S., Reading, M., & Taylor, A.R. (2016, April). Can Fitbit devices be a reliable clinical tool? A systematic review. Poster session at the Eastern Nursing Research Society, 28th Annual Scientific Sessions, Pittsburgh, PA.
- Lechuga, C., Neves, S., Fletcher, J., Blank, A., Meissner, P., & McKee, D. (2014, November). Relationship of job satisfaction and team culture to primary care provider and staff burnout. Poster session at the North American Primary Care Research Group: Practice-based Research Network Conference, New York, NY.
- Carvajal, DN., Alt, E., Lechuga, C., Neves, S., McKee, D., & Blank, A. (2013, November). Relationship of PCMH implementation to primary care provider and staff burnout. Poster session at the North American Primary Care Research Group, Practice-based Research Network Conference, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
- Neves, S., Patel, H., Shenouda, J., & Zahorodny, W. (2012, May). Intellectual ability and autism. Poster session at the International Meeting for Autism Research, Toronto, Canada.
- Neves, S., Kurland, S., Shenouda, J., Scotto-Rosato, S., Howell, S., & Zahorodny, W. (2011, May). Socio-economic based disparities in classification and educational services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Oral presentation at the International Meeting for Autism Research, San Diego, CA.
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