Psychiatrist in New York, New York Dr. Phoenix Phung, Psychiatrist
Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)
Ages Served: 18-64
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: Yes
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Dr. Phoenix Phung, MD
Specializes In:
Dr. Phung “Phoenix” Phung is a compassionate and skilled psychiatric provider at LifeStance Health, offering medication management services to adults throughout New York. With a commitment to holistic, patient-centered care, she helps individuals achieve emotional stability and improved quality of life by combining clinical expertise with deep empathy. Dr. Phung works with patients to develop thoughtful treatment plans that support long-term mental wellness and promote meaningful change. She specializes in treating mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, generalized anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Dr. Phung also supports individuals facing obsessive-compulsive disorder and post-partum mental health challenges. Through careful medication management and evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices, she provides tailored care that reflects the unique experiences and needs of each patient. Dr. Phung is especially passionate about working with individuals managing psychosis and schizophrenia. She takes a thoughtful, individualized approach to helping patients and their families navigate the complexities of these conditions, always aiming to reduce symptoms while preserving autonomy and dignity. Her work with the LGBTQ+ community is grounded in inclusive, affirming care that respects each person’s identity and lived experience. Outside of her clinical practice, Dr. Phung enjoys listening to music, spending quality time with friends and family over board games, and attending Broadway shows. These personal interests bring joy and balance to her life and reflect her belief in the healing power of connection and creativity.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 18-64
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- Anxiety
- Depression/feeling down
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Panic attacks
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- Attachment issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career & work issues
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Ethnic identity
- Hallucinations
- Intense mood changes
- LGBTQ+
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Racial identity
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance (Anthem/Empire BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Fidelis
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MagnaCare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- SVCMC US Family Health Plan
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- World Trade Center (HealthSmart)
Languages
- English
Education
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Medical College of Georgia
FAQs
Please call us at 929-432-2100 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Phoenix Phung.
Dr. Phoenix Phung generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 929-432-2100 to find out Dr. Phoenix Phung's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Dr. Phoenix Phung:
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance (Anthem/Empire BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Fidelis
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- MagnaCare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- SVCMC US Family Health Plan
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- World Trade Center (HealthSmart)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 929-432-2100 to see how we can help.
Yes, Dr. Phoenix Phung is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Dr. Phoenix Phung works at:
Yes, Dr. Phoenix Phung does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Dr. Phoenix Phung is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: