Dr. Vanessa Velez
MD
Licensed in the state of CA
Accepts new patients
Meet Vanessa Velez
Psychiatrist
I’m a board-certified psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and artist who specializes in helping young adults, college students and adult professionals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ecological and spiritual distress find inner peace.
Accepts new patients
My philosophy
I combine traditional modalities such as psychotherapy and medications with holistic approaches such as purpose, creativity, and spirituality.
My treatment approaches
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT)
• Culturally Sensitive
• Eclectic
• Emotionally Focused
• Humanistic
• Mindfulness-Based(MBCT)
• Trauma-Focused
• Person-Focused
I specialize in treating individuals with:
Adult Psychiatry
Psychiatry
I provide professional care to people with the following conditions:
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
PTSD
Insomnia
Mood disorders
Services & Pricing
Transparent pricing for quality care
Choose the right type of service based on your needs and budget without compromising on the quality of care you receive.
Initial Visit
An initial visit with a provider involves a medical history review, physical examination, and possibly diagnostic tests to evaluate a patient's health, identify issues, and develop a treatment plan.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
90 mins session
Video visits only
$775 /visit
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Follow-up Visit
A follow-up visit with a provider involves checking the progress of the patient's treatment plan, assessing any new symptoms or concerns, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed to ensure optimal health outcomes.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
50 mins session
Video visits only
$425 /visit
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Prescription service
A prescription service appointment with a provider typically involves a brief review of his/her existing patient's medical history, confirming the need for the prescription service, and issuing a new prescription. It may also involve evaluating any side effects or concerns related to the medication and ensuring that the treatment plan is still appropriate for the patient's needs.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
25 mins session
Video visits only
$325 /visit
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Consultation Call
An opportunity for potential patients to discuss their concerns or needs with a provider, or therapist, to determine if their services are a good fit and to receive initial advice or guidance. Many providers offer free or very affordable consultation services with potential patient leads.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
20 mins session
No meeting visits
Free
Experiences
My education and work experiences
Work
Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean University Medical Center
Psychiatric Resident - Residency
Jul 2019 - Jun 2023
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Education
Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Doctorate of Medicine
Aug 2014 - Jun 2019
Cornell University
Bachelor of Human Biology, Health and Society - Global Health
Aug 2009 - May 2013
Get the support you need with a personalized treatment plan and flexible scheduling online or in person.
Ratings & Reviews
Here is what my patients said about me
98%
of patients said
“I feel better now after the treatment“
83%
of patients said
“I was treated with good care and respect“
93%
of patients said
“I understood the treatment plan“
Vanessa did a great job of informing me about my options and was able to answer my questions about medications. I look forward to my follow-up with Vanessa.
Appointment types
I accept video visits
Video visit
How to prepare for video visits and what to expect?
For a video visit, you will need a computer or smartphone equipped with a camera and microphone. Prior to your appointment, please use the link provided in your confirmation email to ensure that your device is compatible with the video visit. If you're using an iPhone, it's recommended that you access the visit through the Safari browser for optimal performance.