Nikita Shah
She/Her/Hers
Psychiatrist, MD Practice: Rivia Mind Specialties • Insurance & Fees • Locations
New York, Florida
Accepting Online
Updated August 21, 2023
Nikita Shah
Specialties & Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Forensic psychology
- Psychotic disorders
- Schizophrenia
- Psychological evaluations & testing
Professional statement
Dr. Nikita Shah completed a six-year combined undergraduate-graduate medical school program from the University of Missouri - Kansas City, earning her BA in Psychology and her Doctorate of Medicine. She completed residency at the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt program in Baltimore, followed by a Forensic Psychiatry fellowship through Columbia Universityin New York City.
Dr. Shah has worked in a variety of mental health settings (inpatient hospitals, emergency rooms, and forensic hospitals). In addition, she has served as a supervisor for medical students and psychiatric residents. She has expertise in treating psychotic disorders, mania, depression, and anxiety. She is an advocate for minority mental health.
Specialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Forensic psychology - Understanding and managing triggers and motivations related to criminal activity; evaluation of one’s mental competence, criminal responsibility, competency to stand trial, risk-assessment; testifying as an expert witness
Psychotic disorders - Supporting individuals and families to manage symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and agitations while maintaining healthy, supportive relationships
Schizophrenia - Support monitoring and managing symptoms; building skills and supports to reduce and respond to stressors and sustain a balanced life
Psychological evaluations & testing - A broad range of tests and assessments that may be used to identify present strengths, provide diagnosis clarity, and inform treatment goals
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Seniors (65+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna
- ComPsych
- United Healthcare Shared Services
- United Healthcare Student Health Plan
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions: $300 (30min)
- Initial session: $400 (45min)
- Follow-up: $400 (45min)
- Follow-up: $500 (60min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Location(s)
Online Sessions (New York)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Sat Closed
- Sun Closed
Online Sessions (Florida)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 13 years
University of Missouri Kansas City, Bachelors of Psychology and Doctor of Medicine, 2010
Licensure
New York: 274322-01
Florida: TPME5807
Languages
English
Gujarati