New York Child Psychiatry in Saratoga Springs, NY, is proud to feature talented and highly experienced medication management providers who safely and effectively care for pediatric patients using the most advanced treatments on the market. Medication is often a crucial part of mental healthcare as it can help make treatment more effective, and it can help reduce the symptoms your child may be feeling.
Medication management involves prescribing and continuously monitoring medication to help alleviate patient symptoms. Our providers strive to provide evidenced-based mental healthcare services, including the use of prescription medications. Learn more about our providers below:
Dr. Brett R. Nelson
Education:
- University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine
- School of Public Health- University of Minnesota – Master of Public Health
- Augustana University – Bachelor of Biology and Psychology
Residency:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry – University of South Florida School of Medicine
- General Psychiatry – University of Florida School of Medicine
Dr. Nelson has double board certification in both Adult and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). This level of specialization allows him to provide his patients and families with the expertise needed for high quality care. With almost two decades of medical expertise and experience, Dr. Nelson is highly regarded in our patient community for his extensive and compassionate medical care. He has received distinctions in the medical community for improving services and medical care. He has long been interested in and has published research on studies encompassing obsessive-compulsive disorder in children. Dr. Nelson is also part of many organizations including the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and American Psychiatric Association.
Dr. Suzanne Sumida
Education:
- University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
- University of Cincinnati McMicken College of Arts and Science - Master of Science
- Smith College – Bachelor of Arts
Residency:
- Psychiatry – University Hospital Department of Psychiatry
- Child Psychiatry Fellowship – Children’s Hospital Medical Center
Dr. Sumida has over two decades of medical psychiatric experience with which she helps a great number of her patients overcome significant mental health challenges. Dr. Sumida is a Double Board-Certified Psychiatrist by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) and is a member of the American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Prior to joining NYCP, Dr. Sumida enjoyed working with clients on an outpatient basis at Four Winds Saratoga. Previously appointed Assistant Professor in the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine psychiatry department. She enjoys spending time with her horses
Rebekah Nelson, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Education:
- Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)—Russell Sage College
- Bachelor’s degree of Science in Nursing – Chamberlain College of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Health Science – SUNY Brockport
- Associate Degree in Applied Sciences in Nursing – Monroe Community College
Rebekah has been in the nursing field for over twenty years. Most recently, she joined NYCP as a nurse practitioner specializing in mental health care across the lifespan. She is very proactive in the care she provides, taking the time to get to know each of her patients so that she can provide them with the best possible treatment. She currently serves as NYCP's Chief Operating Officer, ensuring day to day operations are run as efficiently as possible. Rebekah has a well-rounded nursing career with extensive experience in Psychiatry and Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American Nurses Association and The Nurse Practitioner Association New York State. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her 3 daughters, as well as gardening, reading, hiking, and camping.
EXPERT PEDIATRIC & ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTHCARE SERVICES OFFERED THROUGHOUT NEW YORK
Check out our facility and see for yourself why we’re the preferred pediatric psychiatric office in the community. We offer in-person and telehealth appointments in Saratoga Springs, NY and throughout New York. Contact New York Child Psychiatry at (518) 855-1984. We look forward to discussing your unique case.
