About Me
As a board-certified psychiatrist at NYU Langone Psychiatry Associates, I am deeply committed to helping my patients achieve mental wellness and lead more fulfilling lives. My approach is warm, patient-centered, and individualized, emphasizing creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel comfortable sharing their concerns and goals. I am motivated by the opportunity to make a positive impact on my patients' lives, guiding them towards better mental health and overall wellbeing.
I specialize in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Additionally, I have extensive experience in evaluating and treating bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. With years of experience in the field, my clinical work is grounded in best practices, ensuring that my patients receive the highest standard of care. My credentials and expertise enable me to provide comprehensive and effective treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of patients, including students, young adults, perinatal patients, older adults, and healthcare professionals. I am particularly passionate about supporting underrepresented individuals seeking mental healthcare, providing care that is inclusive and culturally sensitive. Inspired by a mentor who emphasized the honor and privilege of being part of a patient's care, I approach each patient with respect, dignity, and hope.
As both a physician and psychiatrist, I ensure that underlying medical conditions are not contributing to psychiatric symptoms or complicating treatment. I focus on evaluating and coordinating care with other members of the healthcare team, including psychotherapists, primary care doctors, and specialists. Where clinically appropriate, I may recommend medication to address active concerns. At the same time, I often incorporate talk therapy techniques, drawn from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), into our medication management visits, using a holistic approach to treatment that addresses both the mind and body.
My affiliation with NYU Langone allows me to provide coordinated care, ensuring that my patients receive comprehensive support on their journey to wellness. In addition to my clinical work, I am also a faculty member at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, where I teach and mentor psychiatric resident doctors. This role keeps me engaged with emerging developments in psychiatry, continuously informing and enhancing my clinical practice.
Credentials
Positions
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine
- Director, Psychiatry Outpatient Services, Bellevue Hospital Center
Education and Training
- Residency, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Psychiatry, 2020
- MD from Jefferson Medical College, 2016
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This provider accepts the following insurance plans.
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Aetna
- AETNA EPO (NYULH Employees)
- AETNA EPO (Sunset Park Employees)
- Aetna EPO (AMEX employees)
- Aetna POS (American Express Employer)
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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees)
- BCBS EPO (LICH Employees)
- BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees)
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United Healthcare
- United Healthcare (NY University Care Plan)
- United Healthcare Choice (AMEX employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (Blackrock employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (CBS employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (Simon and Schuster)
- United Healthcare EPO (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare EPO (Sunset Park Employees)
- United Healthcare Indemnity (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare NYU Care (NYULH Employees)
- United Healthcare NYU Care (Sunset Park Employees)
- United Healthcare Nexus (Amex Employees)
- United Healthcare Plus (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Plus (Sunset Park Employees)
- United Healthcare Student Resources (NYU)
- United Healthcare Value, Advantage and HDHP (New York University employees)
Rachel Freydin, MD does not accept insurance.
Locations and Appointments
NYU Langone Psychiatry Associates
1 Park Avenue, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10016