Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect attention, organization, impulse control, time management, and emotional regulation. In adults, ADHD may look less like obvious hyperactivity and more like chronic procrastination, difficulty completing tasks, forgetfulness, disorganization, feeling easily overwhelmed, or struggling to keep up with work, relationships, and everyday responsibilities.

Dr. Gettenberg provides comprehensive adult ADHD evaluation and treatment for patients in New York and Connecticut, with a focus on understanding how symptoms are affecting each person’s daily life. Because ADHD can overlap with anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and other concerns… Read More

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect attention, organization, impulse control, time management, and emotional regulation. In adolescents, ADHD may show up as difficulty keeping up with schoolwork, procrastination, forgetfulness, losing assignments or belongings, trouble following routines, emotional reactivity, or feeling overwhelmed by increasing academic and social demands.

Dr. Gettenberg provides comprehensive ADHD evaluation and treatment for adolescents in New York and Connecticut, with careful attention to how symptoms are affecting school performance, family life, friendships, confidence, and overall well-being. Because ADHD can overlap with anxiety, depression, learning differences, sleep problems… Read More

Anxiety disorders involve persistent worry, fear, or physical tension that can interfere with daily life, relationships, school, or work. Anxiety may show up as constant overthinking, difficulty relaxing, irritability, trouble sleeping, panic attacks, physical symptoms, or avoiding situations that feel overwhelming.

Dr. Gettenberg provides anxiety evaluation and treatment for adolescents, young adults, and adults in New York and Connecticut. She takes time to understand both the symptoms themselves and the factors that may be contributing to them, including life transitions, academic or professional pressure, relationships, family dynamics, and co-occurring conditions such as ADHD or depression… Read More

Depression is more than feeling sad. It can affect mood, motivation, energy, sleep, concentration, relationships, and a person’s ability to enjoy or participate in everyday life. Some patients experience persistent sadness or hopelessness, while others notice irritability, withdrawal, low motivation, difficulty concentrating, or a sense of feeling disconnected from themselves or others.

Dr. Gettenberg provides depression evaluation and treatment for adolescents, young adults, and adults in New York and Connecticut. Her approach includes a careful assessment of each patient’s symptoms, history, relationships, life circumstances, and any overlapping concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, or significant life transitions… Read More

Panic attacks are sudden episodes of intense fear or discomfort that can occur unexpectedly or in response to certain situations. They may involve a racing heart, shortness of breath, chest tightness, dizziness, trembling, sweating, nausea, or a feeling of losing control. For some people, the fear of having another panic attack can lead to ongoing anxiety or avoidance of places and activities.

Dr. Gettenberg provides evaluation and treatment for panic attacks and panic disorder for adolescents, young adults, and adults in New York and Connecticut. She takes time to understand the circumstances surrounding the attacks, their frequency and severity, and factors that may be contributing to them, including stress, life transitions, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other mental health concerns… Read More

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of premenstrual mood disturbance that can cause significant emotional, behavioral, and physical symptoms in the days or weeks before menstruation. Symptoms may include irritability, anxiety, depression, mood swings, difficulty concentrating, low energy, sleep changes, and feeling overwhelmed, and they typically improve shortly after the menstrual period begins.

Dr. Gettenberg provides evaluation and treatment for PMDD in adolescents, young adults, and adults in New York and Connecticut. She takes time to understand the timing and pattern of symptoms across the menstrual cycle, their impact on daily life, and whether conditions such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD may also be contributing… Read More

Perimenopause is the transition leading up to menopause, when hormonal changes can affect mood, sleep, concentration, energy, and overall emotional well-being. Some people experience new or worsening anxiety, depression, irritability, mood swings, difficulty focusing, or sleep disruption during this stage of life.

Dr. Gettenberg provides psychiatric evaluation and treatment for mental health symptoms associated with perimenopause for adults in New York and Connecticut. She takes time to understand how symptoms relate to hormonal changes as well as other factors that may be contributing, including stress, relationships, work and family demands, sleep, and co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD… Read More

Insomnia involves difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep, and can affect mood, concentration, energy, and daily functioning. Sleep problems may occur on their own or alongside conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, or periods of increased stress and life transition.

Dr. Gettenberg provides evaluation and treatment for insomnia and sleep difficulties in adolescents, young adults, and adults in New York and Connecticut. She takes time to understand sleep patterns, daily routines, medications, stressors, and mental health symptoms that may be contributing to disrupted sleep… Read More

Psychiatric medications can sometimes cause unwanted side effects that affect comfort, health, or quality of life. These may include changes in sleep, appetite, weight, energy, concentration, sexual functioning, or physical well-being. Side effects can vary significantly from person to person and may change over the course of treatment.

Dr. Gettenberg provides evaluation and management of psychiatric medication side effects for adolescents, young adults, and adults in New York and Connecticut. She takes time to understand each patient’s symptoms, current medications, treatment history, and individual priorities while considering whether a medication may be contributing to unwanted effects… Read More

The transition to college can bring significant changes in independence, academic expectations, relationships, routines, and responsibilities. Students may experience increased anxiety, stress, loneliness, difficulty adjusting, sleep problems, trouble concentrating, or changes in mood as they navigate a new environment and greater demands.

Dr. Gettenberg provides evaluation and treatment for college students and young adults experiencing transition-related stress in New York and Connecticut. She takes time to understand the academic, social, family, and personal factors affecting each student, as well as whether conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other mental health concerns may be contributing.

Treatment is individualized and may include psychiatric medication management, psychotherapy, or a combination of approaches depending on each patient’s needs.

The goal is to help students manage stress more effectively, build confidence and resilience, and feel better equipped to navigate the academic, social, and emotional demands of college life… Read More