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Precision.Compassion.Psychiatry.PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER IN NEW YORK
Psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and online psychiatry for children (6+), adolescents, and adults with Jim Palmer, MSN, PMHNP-BC. Meet by secure video from anywhere in New York, or in person in Valley Stream by appointment.
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Comprehensive psychiatric services
Care built around you
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Children (6+) · Adolescents · Adults
Care for every stage of life
Each age group gets an approach suited to where they are.
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What brings you here today?
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Conditions we treat
Psychiatric care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more
Jim Palmer is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who treats children (6+), adolescents, and adults across New York State by telehealth and in Valley Stream.
Anxiety
Constant worry, panic, and tension that get in the way of daily life.
Learn more →Depression
Persistent low mood, loss of interest, and low energy.
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Evaluation and treatment for children, teens, and adults.
Learn more →PTSD and trauma
Care for symptoms that follow difficult or traumatic experiences.
Learn more →Bipolar disorder
Support for mood swings and stability over time.
Learn more →Mood and psychotic disorders
Ongoing care for chronic mental health conditions.
Learn more →Telepsychiatry & in-person visits
Meet the way that suits you
In person in Valley Stream
In-person sessions are available by appointment at 70 East Sunrise Highway, Valley Stream, NY 11581. Please contact us in advance so we can make arrangements.
Long-acting injectables
Long-acting injectable medication, when it is the right fit
For some patients, a long-acting injectable can make treatment simpler by replacing daily pills with a scheduled injection. We talk through whether it fits your situation, how it works, and what to expect. Injections are given in person by appointment at our Valley Stream office.
- A scheduled injection instead of daily pills
- Discussed together before any decision
- In person by appointment in Valley Stream
Jim Palmer, MSN, PMHNP-BCMeet your provider
Jim Palmer, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Board-certified PMHNP
Master of Science in Nursing
Licensed across New York State
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I listen first, then build a treatment plan around your goals, your history, and how past treatments have felt for you.
Whether you're a parent seeking answers for your child or an adult looking for the right medication fit, you'll get unhurried visits, clear explanations, and care grounded in current evidence.
Precision. Compassion. Psychiatry.
Clear, upfront pricing
Simple visit options
Self-pay rates below. With eligible insurance, you may pay less.
Free consultation
Free
10 min · video
Talk about your needs and see whether we're the right fit. No commitment.
Initial visit
$175
45 min · video
A full review of your history and symptoms, ending with a personalized treatment plan.
Follow-up visit
$75
15 min · video
Check on progress, talk through new concerns, and adjust your plan.
Prescription service
$75
20 min · video
Medication review, renewal, and a check for side effects.
Insurance accepted:
AetnaAnthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldCignaHighmark BlueCross BlueShieldUnitedHealthcare (Optum)OxfordOscarBCBS of MassachusettsProvidence Health PlanCurativeMedicare
More plans are being added. Please call 646-330-8800 to confirm your coverage. Check with your insurance provider for an estimate of your cost. See insurance details.
Patient stories
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Questions
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Do you offer in-person appointments?
Yes. In-person sessions are available by appointment at 70 East Sunrise Highway, Valley Stream, NY 11581. Please contact us in advance so we can make arrangements. Telehealth is available anywhere in New York State.
Who do you treat?
Children ages 6 and up, adolescents, and adults.
What conditions do you treat?
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and other chronic mental health conditions.
Do I need a referral?
Usually not. Some insurance plans require one from your primary care provider, so check with your plan, or call us and we'll help you find out.
What happens at the first visit?
We review your history, symptoms, and goals, then create a personalized treatment plan together. That may include medication, therapy referrals, or both.
How does booking work?
Choosing "Book online" opens Headway, our secure scheduling partner, where you can pick a time and enter your insurance.
Do you offer online psychiatry in New York?
Yes. Telehealth visits by secure, HIPAA-compliant video are available anywhere in New York State.
Do you offer long-acting injectable medication?
Yes, when it is the right fit. We talk through whether a long-acting injectable suits your situation. Injections are given in person by appointment at our Valley Stream office.
Which insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare (Optum), Oxford, Oscar, and more. See the insurance page for the full list, and call 646-330-8800 to confirm your coverage.
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Start with a free 10-minute consultation. No commitment.