1200 South Church St. Suite 14 Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Mon – Thurs: 8 AM – 5:00 PM, Fri: 8 AM - 12 PM, Sat – Sun: Closed
Unrushed evaluations, real conversation, and clear treatment plans, delivered by video across New Jersey. Care built around understanding, not a ten-minute prescription.
Psychiatric care in Newark shouldn't feel like a conveyor belt. Whether you've been shuffled through clinics in the Central Ward or elsewhere in the city, you deserve a psychiatrist who takes time to understand your actual situation. We provide careful, attentive care that treats you as a person, not a appointment slot.
Our secure video sessions mean you see the same provider consistently without fighting Newark traffic or taking time off work. Whether you're in the Ironbound, heading to Manhattan for your commute, or managing caregiving responsibilities, you get reliable psychiatric support that fits your life.
ANK Behavioral Health was built to occupy the gap between high-volume practices where appointments feel transactional and cash-only models that price most people out. Initial evaluations run 60 to 90 minutes because an accurate diagnosis takes real conversation, a careful history, and time to think.
A meaningful part of every visit is dedicated to education. You leave understanding what your diagnosis means, why a treatment option is recommended, what timelines look like, and the reasoning behind each decision. Prescribing is conservative and evidence-based, never driven by speed or convenience.
A note on scope: we provide general adult outpatient psychiatry. We do not prescribe Schedule II stimulants or ongoing daily benzodiazepines, and we do not offer in-person visits, MAT, or forensic evaluations. When a need falls outside outpatient care, we refer transparently and support the transition.
Newark's demanding work environment and limited psychiatric availability make unhurried video care essential. With consistent, education-focused treatment by video, you gain reliable access to a psychiatrist who understands your pressures and builds real continuity over time. You deserve careful attention that fits your schedule, not rushed appointments that leave questions unanswered.
Initial evaluations are 60 to 90 minutes and follow-ups are 30 to 45. Visits are built for assessment and real conversation, not a brief medication check.
Diagnoses, medication mechanisms, timelines, risks, and alternatives are explained in plain language so you can take part in informed decisions.
We accept major commercial carriers through Headway, so appointment depth and careful evaluation do not require concierge rates.
Booking is done online, with full provider availability visible. Each request is reviewed so the fit is right before your first appointment.
A clear, structured path designed to remove uncertainty from the start.
Complete a short screening and place a card on file. We review each request and confirm fit before scheduling.
You receive a confirmation, an intake packet due within 48 hours, and a Headway invitation for insurance setup.
A 90-minute video appointment for full history, diagnostic clarity, and a plan explained in plain language.
Follow-ups of 30 to 45 minutes that combine medication management with education and therapeutic support.
ANK Behavioral Health proudly serves Newark and the surrounding communities of East Orange, Jersey City, Irvington, and Bloomfield through secure video sessions. We're committed to making quality mental health care accessible and convenient for everyone in the greater Newark area. Your well-being is our priority, and we're here to support you from the comfort of your home.
Yes. We accept major commercial plans through Headway, including Horizon BCBS of NJ and most BCBS plans, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar, Optum, and Quest Behavioral Health. Self-pay rates are $500 for the initial evaluation and $250 for follow-ups, and superbills are available for out-of-network reimbursement. We do not accept Medicaid.
All appointments take place over secure, HIPAA-compliant video. You will need to be comfortable joining a video call, completing digital intake forms, and using the secure patient portal for messages between visits. The telehealth format does not reduce clinical depth. The same evaluation and continuity apply as they would in person.
Medication is a tool, not a personality change. Appropriate medication supports your baseline functioning rather than erasing your identity or emotional range. We explain how a medication works, what to expect, and realistic timelines, and we prescribe conservatively. We do not prescribe Schedule II stimulants or ongoing daily benzodiazepines.
Schedule your unhurried evaluation with us today, and discover how we'll listen carefully, answer your questions, and create a clear path forward—whether you're in Newark or anywhere across New Jersey.
ANK Behavioral Health LLC · Telehealth psychiatry for adults across New Jersey · 856-372-1819 · info@ankbh.com
