Business Details
Psychiatric Consultations in Montclair, NJ
I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine with a focus on integrative treatment approaches. My practice emphasizes medication tapers, management of prescription and non-prescription drug abuse, and addressing anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. With extensive experience in hospital and emergency settings, I combine evidence-based therapies including Psychoanalysis, Attachment Theory, CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Relational Life Therapy to provide personalized care.Recognized as one of New Jersey's Best in Medicine by the American Health Council, I prioritize patient education, ethical care, and collaboration with medical teams to address complex psychiatric and medical comorbidities.
Services
Psychiatric Consultations
Medication Tapers
Mental Health Treatment
Substance Abuse Management
Crisis Intervention
Highlights and features
- Specialized expertise in medication tapering and substance use management
- Integrative approach combining multiple evidence-based therapeutic modalities
- Extensive hospital and emergency psychiatry experience
- Recognized as New Jersey's Best in Medicine by American Health Council
- Focus on patient education and collaborative care planning
Services
Psychiatric Consultations
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations assess mental health status, medication needs, and treatment goals. Initial consultations last over an hour to develop personalized treatment plans combining pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy. Follow-up appointments monitor progress and adjust treatment strategies as needed.
Medication Tapers
Specialized medication tapering programs use gradual dose reductions (10-15% every 4-6 weeks) to safely discontinue psychotropic medications. The process preserves medication effectiveness for future needs while minimizing withdrawal symptoms through close monitoring and support.
Substance Abuse Management
Treatment programs address prescription and non-prescription drug abuse through medication management, behavioral therapy, and relapse prevention strategies. Focus includes controlled substances like sedatives and stimulants with emphasis on restoring medication efficacy through structured tapering protocols.
Crisis Intervention
Rapid assessment and stabilization services for acute mental health crises. Treatment focuses on immediate symptom relief, safety planning, and connecting patients with appropriate ongoing care resources through collaboration with emergency departments and hospital teams.
Psychotherapy Services
Integrative psychotherapy combines multiple evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and Internal Family Systems. Sessions address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma through weekly sessions focusing on skill development and emotional regulation techniques.
People
Justin Capote, MD
Board-Certified Psychiatrist
Dr. Capote specializes in adult psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine with expertise in medication tapers and substance use disorders. He combines pharmacotherapy with psychotherapeutic approaches after completing training at Mount Sinai Hospital and double board certification in Adult Psychiatry and Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry.
Questions
What psychiatric services do you offer?
We provide psychiatric consultations, medication management, medication tapering, treatment for anxiety/depression, substance use management, and crisis intervention services.
Do you accept insurance?
This is a fee-for-service practice that does not accept Medicare, Medicaid, or most private insurance. We are in-network with NJ Aetna only.
How are medication tapers managed?
Tapers use 10-15% dose reductions every 4-6 weeks with close monitoring. Compounding pharmacies may be used for precise dosing adjustments during the tapering process.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
Treatment integrates Psychoanalysis, Attachment Theory, CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Relational Life Therapy tailored to each patient's specific needs.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, evening appointments until 6pm are available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Weekend appointments are not currently offered.
How to handle mental health emergencies?
For emergencies, go to the nearest ER or call 911. For mental health crises, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
