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Geriatric Psychiatry

Mental Health Care Tailored to Older Adults

Aging brings unique emotional and cognitive challenges. Whether you’re dealing with changes in memory, loss, physical illness, or late-life depression or anxiety, specialized psychiatric care can offer clarity and comfort.

Conditions We Treat

  • Late-onset depression or anxiety
  • Memory changes and cognitive concerns
  • Adjustment to illness, retirement, or caregiving stress
  • Emotional distress related to grief, loneliness, or life transitions

Our Age-Informed Approach

  • Gentle, individualized medication management
  • Careful evaluation of mood, cognitive, and physical symptoms
  • Attention to medical interactions and life context
  • Respectful support that honors your history and goals

Whether you’re facing new challenges or seeking stability later in life, we’re here to help you feel more at ease. Learn more about emotional health in older adulthood in our psychiatrist’s perspective on emotional wellness in later life.

📞 (212) 534-8816

Anna Wachtel M.D.