Dr. Elena Bruck M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
80 Fifth Avenue Suite 1405 New York NY, 10011About
Elena Bruck, MD, is a psychiatrist who diagnoses and treats patients at her own private practice in New York City, New York, which he launched in 2006. “As a psychiatrist and medical doctor, I can provide both medication management and psychotherapy, as well as non-medication treatments such as supplements and lifestyle advice. I offer psychopharmacology and psychotherapy services as well as holistic treatments based on scientific studies to significantly improve my patients’ well-being”, states the official website of her practice. Furthermore, Dr. Bruck has staff memberships at several local hospitals, including NYU/Bellevue and Mount Sinai Beth Israel, where she is Physician-in-charge of the ACT program and attending physician at the Zirinsky Center for Bipolar Disorder, and is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, New York. As a psychiatrist, she has dedicated training and unique experience in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health, including substance use disorders. Psychiatrists are qualified to assess both the mental and physical aspects of psychological problems. Dr. Bruck has an impressive professional journey that spans eighteen years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. She is an English, Russian and German speaking psychiatrist recognized for her holistic approach that looks at a patient’s psychiatric, psychological, social and spiritual issues. Throughout his many years of experience, he has upheld a steadfast commitment to the ethical and professional standards of his practice, as evidenced by his sterling record, and ensures an impeccable degree of patient satisfaction in all facets of his work.
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Education and Training
University of Vienna Medical Degree 1996
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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Dr. Elena Bruck M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Is it possible to stop panic attacks?
Of course. You can take antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications and learn behavioral techniques to ease anxiety READ MORE
What is the fastest acting anxiety medication?
Xanax, but it's also the most addictive. If you suffer from panic attacks it's best to take an SSRI. Elena Bruck M.D. Associate Professor of Psychiatry Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai 80 Fifth Avenue suite 1405 New York New York 10011 917-733-2867 Dr@ebruckmd.com www.ebruckmd.com READ MORE
Can you drink alcohol when you have anxiety?
You can but sometimes it makes it worse the following day READ MORE
My son has a birth defect in his hand. How can I make sure it doesn’t affect his confidence level?
It's best to remove the defect if possible. If not, be kind, explain that kids sometimes don't accept of differences try to instill other values and help him develop other skills. seeing a therapist is always a good idea READ MORE
Is it safe for my daughter to be on anxiety medication?
You are right that benzodiazepines can cause addiction. Maybe an antidepressant is a better option, but obviously I would need to know more about her and the symptoms. READ MORE
How do I ween myself off of opioid medications?
You can see a substance abuse counselor and an addiction psychiatrist. It's a grave issue affecting a lot of people in this country READ MORE
What causes depression during seasonal changes?
It's quite common. Some people need exposure to light and get depressed if they don't in the winter months. You can use a bright light therapy lamp. In any case, it's always good to see a psychiatrist if it doesn't work. READ MORE
Are OCD and drug addiction related?
It can be. Therapist and psychiatrist could find out a more comprehensive information and provide recommendations and options READ MORE
What is the education and training required to become a psychiatrist?
You need to go to medical school and then to residency in psychiatry. The degree is MD or DO in some cases (doctor in osteopathy) which is basically teh same thing except DOs also learn massage and bone/joint manipulation along with a regular medical curriculum READ MORE
Will counseling help my son get over his stage fright?
Counseling, coaching, and medications can all be helpful depending on the case. In general, the more you avoid, the stronger the fear becomes, so the goal is to help overcome the fear first in a safe environment, then in real life, as well as trying to get to the root of why this is happening. READ MORE
Can a psychiatrist help someone who is losing their memory?
There are medications, supplements and life style modifications which can be helpful to slow the cognitive decline. So yes, see a psychiatrist. READ MORE
Difference in treatment between a psychiatrist and psychologist?
Psychiatrists are MDs and can prescribe medications. Some also provide psychotherapy (talk therapy). Therapists, such as psychologists and social workers, provide talk therapy only of which there are many kinds. You can see either. If your therapist feels you need a psychiatrist, they will tell you READ MORE
Has my mother's illness affected my wife?
Yes, of course it can. Hope and help are extremely important as well as seeking help - support groups, counseling or seeing a psychiatrist READ MORE
I had severe postpartum depression after giving birth to my son. Is it likely I will have it with my second child?
It's common for postpartum depression to re-emerge, though not certain and depends on many circumstances. Please consult with a psychiatrist and your OB/GYN. READ MORE
I am very shy in public. What can I do?
There is psychotherapy to teach you relax and deal with situations in constructive ways and certain medications can also help READ MORE
Can depression cause physical symptoms?
Yes, both weight loss and somatic symptoms llike pain are related to depression, but make sure to have a full medical exam first to see whether pains are related to some other cause. READ MORE
I do not feel like I am properly loving my child. Is it post natal depression?
Postpartum blues and depression are common. Please talk to your OBGYN and a psychiatrist if recommended. READ MORE
Does my son need to go through some kind of counselling during my divorce proceedings?
Seeing a therapist can never hurt. Talk to your son about it. READ MORE
My daughter is going through a divorce. Should she get psychiatric counselling?
Talk to her about starting therapy, be supportive, make an appointment with a psychiatrist if she is depressed. READ MORE
I am suddenly binge eating. Is it a mental disorder?
There are behavioral treatments for which you can see a therapist. There are also some medications which can be helpful. Then you should see a psychiatrist. READ MORE
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Clinical Professor Icahn School of Medicine -
Treatments
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (ptsd)
- Psychotherapy
- Psychopharmacology
Fellowships
- Beth Israel Medical Center Geriatric Psychiatry 2003
Internships
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Fellowships
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
What do you attribute your success to?
- Love for her patients, genuine interest in their needs, a love for science and a love for the field.
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading, Writing, Family
Favorite professional publications
- The American Journal of Psychiatry, American Journal of Community Psychology
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Get to know Psychiatrist Dr. Elena Bruck, who serves patients in New York City, New York.
Dr. Bruck is an established psychiatrist who diagnoses and treats patients at her own private practice in New York City, New York, which she launched in 2006. As such, she provides psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and a based-on-hard-science guidance on lifestyle modification that may significantly improve patients’ well-being.
Prescribing medications and offering individual psychotherapy, Dr. Bruck believes in treatment which takes into account the whole person with their psychiatric, psychological, social, and spiritual issues. Her aim is to foster hope and insight, decrease suffering, and help her patients achieve more freedom through personal growth.
Having been practicing psychiatry for over two decades, she has staff memberships at several local hospitals, including NYU/Bellevue and Mount Sinai Beth Israel, where she is physician-in-charge of the ACT Program; and the Zirinsky Center for Bipolar Disorder at Mount Sinai Beth Israel, where she is an attending physician. She also serves as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Back in 1996, Dr. Bruck earned her medical degree from the Medical University of Vienna. Upon relocating to the United States, she went on to serve her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in 1999. This was followed by a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry at the same educational venue in 2003, and an additional fellowship in psychoanalysis at the New York Psychoanalytic Institute.
Considering herself “privileged to serve as science’s small vehicle of change”, the doctor has published in the fields of psychotherapy research, dementia, and seasonal affective disorders. She is also a published novelist, which aids in her understanding of the creative processes and human nature.
Furthermore, she is board-certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). The ABPN is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to promoting high-quality patient care for the public through the initial and continuing certification of psychiatrists and neurologists.
Psychiatry is the medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. These include various maladaptations related to mood, behavior, cognition, and perceptions. Psychiatrists evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. They conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, and evaluate treatment results.
Having lived in Moscow, Vienna, and New York for many years, Dr. Bruck appreciates the beauty and relativity of all things human, and can provide treatment in Russian, German, and English. She attributes her success to her love for her patients, her genuine interest in their needs, as well as her love for science and psychiatry.
Outside of the office, she enjoys reading, writing, listening to music, spending time with her family, and living in New York City. Her favorite professional publications include The American Journal of Psychiatry and The American Journal of Community Psychology.
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