Providing support and promoting health for New York's developing minds
Developing Minds is a private mental health practice dedicated to treating and supporting children, teenagers, families and communities. With our clinical expertise and personal approach we help our clients acquire the skills to make changes in their lives and uncover their true potential.
Our commitment to our patients
To provide state-of-the-art and compassionate care for those impacted by mental health and developmental disorders
To provide strategies and education to patients and their families regarding their conditions and treatment options.
To provide easy and open communication between doctors, patients, therapists, schools, involved agencies, and families.
Meet Dr. Gamss
Psychiatrist
Dr. Stephen Gamss
Dr. Stephen Gamss is a NYC native; born, raised and educated in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Long Island
- He received his training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt Sinai Hospital, where he ran a specialty clinic in ADHD, as well as a general practice at St Luke’s Hospital on the Upper West Side
- Prior to this he trained in general/adult psychiatry at Nassau University Medical Center, where he spent a year as Chief Resident
- Dr. Gamss attended medical school at the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harlem
- He received his undergraduate education at CUNY Brooklyn College where he received his BS in Psychology and graduated magna cum laude
He is board certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Areas of expertise in diagnosis and treatment
General anxiety
Panic Attacks
Agoraphobia
Social anxiety
Obsessive disorders including:
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Trichotillomania (hair-pulling)
- Excoriation disorder (skin picking)
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Oppositional defiant disorder
Aggression related to Autism
Depression
Tantrums
Explosive mood changes
Bipolar disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Adjustment Issues
Insomnia
Narcolepsy
Parasomnias
Delusions
Hallucinations
Disorganization
Services
Diagnostic evaluation and “second opinion” consultation
A 90-minute comprehensive session involving assessment of symptoms, impact on functionality, genetic and medical issues and treatment planning. This also involves speaking with schools, therapists, and previous providers, if applicable, and a comprehensive evaluation document can also be provided if needed for outside services. If you are coming for consultation, discussion with your current psychiatrist or agency can also be arranged.
Medication management
This is the standard appointment and is 30 minutes in length. In this time we will discuss all new developments and progress, evaluate response to treatment, discuss benefits or issues with current medications, and make adjustments or changes as needed.
Comprehensive evaluation report
Frequently schools, outside agencies, benefits-providers and other entities will require or request a psychiatric evaluation report with physician recommendations for services or benefits. These can be provided upon request, but please note that several days notice will be necessary.
Fees for this report will be determined based on the amount of time required to generate them, as they are lengthy, specific and require significant consideration of your child’s needs
Regarding payment
Developing Minds does not currently participate with any health insurance plans. However, we will gladly supply statements to patients for reimbursement as per their out-of-network benefits. Payment is expected at the time of visit through cash, check, or credit card
Contact and Location
Currently Developing Minds is open on Wednesdays from 11:00AM to 7:00PM
(With additional availability coming soon!)
Calls or text are both welcome to request information on availability and for next steps to starting treatment
We are located in the Financial District at:
115 Broadway, suite 1800
New York, NY 10006
📞 (646) 598-7654
📠 (646) 658-4326
✉ SGamss@DevelopingMindsNY.com
For private, encrypted and HIPAA-compliant communication, Developing Minds utilizes the Spruce Health communication suite.
All patients are encouraged to sign up to best protect their personal and confidential health information, and to utilize secure calls and texting.
You can sign up at www.sprucehealth.com or download their app via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.