Dr. Claire Brandon, M.d.
Integrative Psychiatry – A Personalized Mental Health Approach
Dr. Brandon is a dual board-certified psychiatrist in adult psychiatry and consultation-liaison psychiatry (treatment of psychiatric illness in medically ill patients). After completing residency as a chief resident at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, she completed a fellowship in consultation liaison psychiatry at Mount Sinai and a public psychiatry fellowship at New York University in New York City.
Integrative Psychiatry
Medication Management
Chronic Illness
Keynote Speaker
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Specialties
Consultation Liaison Psychiatry
Gastro & Chronic Illness
Focus on Women
Focus on women working to advance in their careers
Reproductive psychiatry
Works with women in all stages of their reproductive cycle
Treatment Areas
Anxiety
Performance Anxiety
Depression
Medical PTSD
Adjustment Disorder
Assertiveness Training
Medical Complex Patients
Autoimmunity
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Lupus
Multiple Sclerosis
Chronic Pain
Medical system trauma reactions
Keynote Speaker Engagements
Dr. Brandon is a sought after key note speaker on mind-body connection and mental wellness. She is often working with boutique financial firms and working on assertiveness and work-life balance for professionals in high paced fields.
Blog
Insights on Brain and Body
Your Mental & Physical Health Are Connected: This is What it Means
Comprehending the complex relationship between our mental and physical health is more essential than ever. While they were formerly thought to be different entities, contemporary studies have revealed how inextricably linked they are. Recognizing and fostering...
Brow Lift vs. Forehead Lift: What’s the Difference and Which One Should You Choose?
You may have noticed it before: a heaviness around your upper eyes, a subtle droop in your brow, or forehead lines that seem more pronounced. These changes can quietly alter how your face is perceived and make you look tired or aged. If you’ve been researching...
Your Mental & Physical Health Are Connected: This is What it Means
Comprehending the complex relationship between our mental and physical health is more essential than ever. While they were formerly thought to be...
How Chronic Health Issues Can Change Holiday Priorities—and That’s Okay
The Christmas season is full of celebration, events, gifts, and social or family gatherings. However, all of these activities can be exhausting and...
Holiday Self-Care Tips for Patients Living with Chronic Pain or Fatigue
The holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and celebration, but it may also bring unique difficulties for people suffering from chronic pain...
The Pain-Mood Connection: Tips for a Balanced Life with Pain
Living with chronic pain means carrying a weight that affects not only the body but also the mind. In our previous blog, we explored the connection...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take insurance?
No, Dr. Brandon is fee for service, meaning no types of insurance are accepted as direct payment. Payment is due at the time of service. As a patient of Whole Body Psychiatry, you will have access to utilize Reimbursify.com for free to help submit your claims to your insurance for out of network reimbursement directly to you. Please note, Dr. Brandon is opted out of Medicare and Medicaid, meaning you cannot submit to these types of insurances for any kind of reimbursement.
How long is the session?
Initial intake sessions are scheduled for 90 minutes and follow up sessions are typically 45 minutes long.
Where does Dr. Brandon see patients?
Dr. Brandon is currently seeing patients in person and online. To see Dr. Brandon for any type of services, your primary residence must be located within a state in which she is licensed: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, or Massachusetts.
What is your cancellation policy?
At Whole Body Psychiatry, there is no such thing as double booking. Your appointment is specifically held for you only. In order to allow for all patients to be seen in a timely manner, there is a strict 3 business day cancellation policy. Late cancellations, missed appointments, and late reschedules are charged for the full fee of the session time.
What is a consultation with Dr. Brandon?
There are a few types of consultations with Dr. Brandon.
Considering Initiation of Treatment
If your goal is to see Dr. Brandon as a patient on an ongoing basis, you must first have a full intake session. During this 90 minute session, you’ll meet in person or virtually for a full intake session to review your medical and psychiatric history and discuss diagnosis and treatment options. This session may or may not end with being prescribed medication. Having an intake session does not guarantee that you will become a patient of Dr. Brandon’s as some patients require a higher level of care after being fully evaluated. Dr. Brandon will review your treatment plan with you during this session to let you know if you will be able to continue in the practice.
Second Opinion Consultation
This is a one time consultation session either in person or virtual with Dr. Brandon to discuss in-depth your medical and psychiatric history. Outside hours of Dr. Brandon’s time may be dedicated to reviewing your prior medical records which will be billed at her usual fee. You will discuss diagnosis and possible treatment options for you to discuss with your outside provider. Following this consultation a full written treatment plan will be provided to you and your treating physician. No medications are prescribed and there is no continuation of care. At the end of this appointment, Dr. Brandon is not your treatment provider.