Evidence-based treatment tailored to complex presentations, not algorithmic medicine.
Our Psychiatrists
Board-certified psychiatrists with rigorous training and exceptional bedside manner.
Dr. Jonathan Tamaiev is a board-certified psychiatrist who earned his medical degree from the Technion Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Downstate, followed by fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Northwell Long Island Jewish Hospital. He has significant experience providing culturally informed psychiatric care to individuals from diverse backgrounds, including extensive work with Orthodox Jewish communities spanning multiple traditions.
Known for a thoughtful and collaborative approach, Dr. Tamaiev integrates evidence-based treatment with a deep respect for each patient’s values, goals, and lived experience.
Dr. Thakkar is a board-certified psychiatrist who earned her medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University and completed her residency at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. She is currently completing fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Northwell Long Island Jewish Hospital. She integrates psychotherapy and psychopharmacology with compassionate, holistic care tailored to each patient's unique needs.
The Highline Approach
If you've been disappointed by rushed appointments, algorithmic treatment, or care that doesn't feel personal, here's why Highline Psychiatry is different.
Why do you only use physician psychiatrists?
At Highline Psychiatry, every patient is seen exclusively by a board-certified physician psychiatrist, never a mid-level provider. MD and DO psychiatrists complete 12+ years of training including medical school, psychiatry residency, and often fellowship training. This depth of medical expertise is essential for complex diagnostic assessments, understanding medication interactions, and treating complicated cases. When psychiatric care requires medical judgment, nuanced differential diagnosis, and management of complex medication regimens, physician-level training is irreplaceable.
Why do you prioritize in-person evaluations?
Why do you see fewer patients than other practices?
Can you see children and adolescents?
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Are you in-network with insurance?
How do I get started?
Schedule a complimentary 10-minute phone consultation to discuss your needs, or submit a request below.
