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 Washington Township shouldn't feel like another appointment squeezed between your commute to Newark or your work in the surrounding office parks. If you've experienced rushed visits or felt like just another patient number, we offer something different: thoughtful, personalized care from a psychiatrist who takes time to understand your specific situation and goals.
Our secure video sessions mean you see the same provider consistently without leaving home or navigating traffic. Whether you're managing work stress, caregiving responsibilities, or both, you can fit appointments around your actual life. Continuity of care and convenience aren't luxuries—they're how treatment works best.
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.
Washington Township's proximity to major employment centers means many residents balance demanding commutes with family responsibilities. Telehealth psychiatry offers the unhurried, consistent care you deserve without adding travel stress. Video sessions let you work with a psychiatrist who understands your specific situation, building real progress through education and continuity—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 Washington Township and the surrounding communities of Paramus, Fair Lawn, and Ridgewood through secure video appointments. We're conveniently accessible to residents throughout Bergen County, bringing quality mental health care directly to your home. Your privacy and comfort are our top priorities.
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 evaluation today from Washington Township and experience the clarity, attentive listening, and straightforward plan you deserve.
ANK Behavioral Health LLC · Telehealth psychiatry for adults across New Jersey · 856-372-1819 · info@ankbh.com