The 20 Best Selective Mutism Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 44 doctor with experience in Selective Mutism near New York, US. Of these, 37 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Behavioral Health At Commack

    2171 Jericho Turnpike, 
    Commack, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Falkowitz is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Commack, New York. Dr. Falkowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizophrenia, Selective Mutism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). Dr. Falkowitz is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Psychiatry and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurocritical Care.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Behavioral Health At Mineola

    156 1st Street, Lower Level, 
    Mineola, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew

    Ilana Dicker is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Mineola, New York. Dr. Dicker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. Her clinical expertise encompasses Selective Mutism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Dr. Dicker is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Experienced in Selective Mutism

    CERC/Rose F. Kennedy Center

    1225 Morris Park Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barbara Milrod is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Milrod is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Selective Mutism.

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    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Neurosurgery

    WPHPA Neurosurgery

    122 Maple Avenue, 8th Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jared Cooper is a neurosurgeon whose primary areas of expertise include surgical and endovascular treatment of intracerebral hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, moyamoya disease, ischemic stroke, and carotid stenosis or dissection. Dr. Cooper also provides general neurosurgical treatment for conditions of the brain and spine including benign and malignant neoplasms, hydrocephalus, disc herniation and spinal stenosis. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Brain Herniation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Experienced in Selective Mutism

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Hollander, MD, is Director, Autism and Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Program at Montefiore and Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. His clinical focus is on the treatment of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) and body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).In 1978, Dr. Hollander received his Bachelor of Arts at Brandeis University. He then attended SUNY Downstate, where he received his Doctor of Medicine in 1982. He began his postgraduate training in 1982 with a year-long internship in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. He continued training at the institution and completed a residency in psychiatry in 1986, becoming Chief Resident in his final year. Dr. Hollander then went on to train at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed the National Institute of Mental Health Psychiatry Research Fellowship in 1988. Following this, he completed the Dana Foundation Fellowship at Columbia University in 1989. He previously served as Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and as the Esther and Joseph Klingenstein Professor and Chair of Psychiatry at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Dr. Hollander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Asperger's Syndrome, and Selective Mutism.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Northwell Health Child/Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatry Program

    75-59 263rd Street, Ambulatory Care Pavilion, Lower Level, 
    Glen Oaks, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Oluwaseun Ogunsakin is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Glen Oaks, New York. Dr. Ogunsakin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. Her clinical expertise encompasses Selective Mutism. Dr. Ogunsakin is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Northwell Health Child/Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatry Program

    75-59 263rd Street, Ambulatory Care Pavilion, Lower Level, 
    Glen Oaks, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Dicker is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Glen Oaks, New York. Dr. Dicker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. His clinical expertise encompasses Selective Mutism. Dr. Dicker is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Psychiatry and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurocritical Care.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry | Pediatrics | Psychiatry
    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry | Pediatrics | Psychiatry

    Northwell Health Physician Partners LGBTQ Transgender Program At New Hyde Park

    410 Lakeville Road, Suite 100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu

    Sheila Upadhyay is a Pediatrics specialist and a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Upadhyay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Selective Mutism, Major Depression, and Asperger's Syndrome.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Experienced in Selective Mutism

    Mather Hospital Outpatient Psychiatric Physician Services

    170 North Country Road, Suite 3, 
    Port Jefferson, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Miguel Delgado is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Port Jefferson, New York. Dr. Delgado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Schizoaffective Disorder, and Thyroidectomy.

    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Office

    15 W 12th St Apt 1F, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randall Ross is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ross is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Selective Mutism and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    317 E 34th St Ste 1002, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Wisoff is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Wisoff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Craniopharyngioma.

    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Addiction Medicine | Psychiatry | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Addiction Medicine | Psychiatry | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Priyadarshan Bajpayi MD, P.C.

    5550 Merrick Rd, Ste 300, 
    Massapequa, NY 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Priyadarshan Bajpayi is an Addiction Medicine specialist and a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Massapequa, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Bajpayi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Major Depression, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Dr. Bajpayi is board certified in American Board Of Preventive Medicine Subspecialty, Addiction Medicine , American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology Subspecialty, Child And Adolescent Psychiatry , and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Psychiatry.

    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Dr. Albin & Associates

    101 7th St, 
    Garden City, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Albin is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Garden City, New York. Dr. Albin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Major Depression, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Psychiatry
    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Psychiatry

    Erie County Medical Center

    462 Grider St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hong Yu is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Yu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Selective Mutism, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Psychiatry
    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Psychiatry

    Chinese-American Sunshine House Inc

    837 58th St Fl 3, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Xu Chen is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Major Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Selective Mutism.

    Advanced in Selective Mutism
    Advanced in Selective Mutism

    St. Barnabas Hospital

    4422 3rd Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bebsy Estefan is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Estefan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Autism Spectrum Disorder, Selective Mutism, and Antisocial Personality Disorder.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Psychiatry

    Office

    13107 40th Rd Ste E25, 
    Flushing, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Chou is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Chou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Major Depression, Selective Mutism, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Experienced in Selective Mutism

    Office

    749 61st St Ste 504, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Guan is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Guan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Selective Mutism.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Experienced in Selective Mutism

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Lincoln

    234 E 149th St, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kecia-ann Blissett is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Blissett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schizophrenia, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Schizoaffective Disorder.

    Experienced in Selective Mutism
    Experienced in Selective Mutism

    Office

    1 E 16th St Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Claire Jackson is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Selective Mutism. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Major Depression.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Selective Mutism?

    Selective mutism is a condition in which a child can speak, but then suddenly stops speaking. It most often takes place in school or social settings.

    When should I see a Selective Mutism doctor in New York, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Selective Mutism doctor in New York, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Selective Mutism doctors in New York, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Selective Mutism doctors in New York, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Selective Mutism doctor in New York, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Selective Mutism doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Selective Mutism doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Selective Mutism doctor in New York, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Selective Mutism doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Selective Mutism doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Selective Mutism doctors in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Selective Mutism doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Selective Mutism doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Selective Mutism doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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