Holistic Symphony Psychiatry

I believe there is a wisdom deep inside ourselves, coming from our connection to each other, the earth, and nature that has the answers to our own well-being. I will help you learn to nurture that deep place of wisdom, using a whole-body approach to heal the mind, body, and spirit.

Welcome to Holistic Symphony Psychiatry

Where we integrate holistic and traditional medicine in concert to transform lives.

If you’re looking for someone who will give you more than 15 minutes and a pill, you’ve come to the right place

Now accepting new patients via telehealth in New York.

Hi, I’m Helene Jacobs, MD

I use a whole-person approach to help adolescents and adults, particularly professional women struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, neurodivergence, and life transitions to gain control of their lives, achieve their goals, and discover how to be their best, joyous, healthy, and confident selves. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgmental therapeutic alliance to promote the kind of healing that transforms lives.

I also specialize in parent guidance, particularly for parents of neurodiverse children with ADHD, on the autism spectrum, or other learning/processing differences. 

Through culturally competent care, I also help those in the LGBTQIA+ and Jewish communities, who are exploring issues related to sexuality, gender, and emerging identity, cultivate confidence and a sense of belonging.

We will work together to create comprehensive treatment plans that honor your belief systems, in a mind-body approach which may include a combination of medication if needed, psychotherapy, nutritional support, lifestyle coaching, vitamin and nutraceutical supplements, functional medicine and traditional lab testing (including advanced hormonal, pharmacogenetic and gut microbiome if appropriate), trauma-informed therapy, and more.

My philosophy reflects the belief that it takes a partnership using all tools available to us, in evidence-informed practices, that harness the biological, psychological, and spiritual parts of ourselves to not just alleviate symptoms and suffering, but to achieve wellness and to thrive. 

My journey to integrative psychiatry is deeply personal and shaped by my diverse life experiences. Being an offspring of Holocaust survivors, a cancer survivor, part of an LGBTQIA+ family, and parent of three neurodivergent children, in concert with my child & adolescent and adult psychiatry training, I can see the whole person, wherever they are in their life cycle and development.

Education, Training & Affiliations:

American Association of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry logo
The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology logo
American Medical Association logo
American Society of Addiction Medicine logo
Association of Jewish Psychologists logo
Mount Sinai School of Medicine logo
Neuroscience Education Institute logo
Lux Et Veritas Yale University logo
Medical College of Hampton Roads logo
Sarah Lawrence College logo
Yale Child Study Center
Dream Practice Academy Integrative Psychiatry Training Logo
Psychology Today Verified logo
Eastern Virginia Medical School logo
Yale University Emblem

My Areas of Focus

My Approach

I combine traditional psychiatric methods with holistic practices. Over the years, I’ve developed a deep understanding of how factors like hormones, gut health, and emotional well-being intertwine to influence our mental health. This comprehensive approach allows me to offer a truly personalized treatment plan for each individual.

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    Medication Management

    I work collaboratively to find the best medications for each patient, considering their needs, goals, and potential side effects within a holistic care plan.

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    Psychotherapy

    I offer tailored therapeutic approaches, including trauma-informed therapy, CBT, psychodynamic psychotherapy and motivational interviewing, to foster self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful change.

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    Functional Lab Testing

    Functional medicine testing uncovers biochemical imbalances affecting mental and physical health, guiding targeted treatment through advanced assessments of nutrition, gut health, hormones, and more.

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    Lifestyle Coaching

    Support lasting well-being through personalized adjustments in sleep, exercise, and daily routines, aligning with individual goals for resilience and balance.

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    Natural Supplements

    Natural supplements support mental and physical well-being by addressing nutritional gaps, enhancing brain function, and promoting overall balance as part of a holistic treatment plan.

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    Mindfulness & Breathing Meditations

    These practices are integrated into treatment plans to help patients cultivate present-moment awareness, reduce anxiety, and improve focus.

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    Nutrition

    Did you know that what you eat can affect your mood and focus? Optimize your well-being with personalized nutrition strategies, including targeted dietary plans, elimination diets, and nutritional counseling to support mental and physical health.

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    Creative Writing & Poetry

    Whether through journaling, narrative writing, or poetry, patients can explore their emotions, process experiences, and gain new insights.

“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.”

— Audre Lorde

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Schedule a Free Consultation

I offer a free 15-minute consultation call to see if we might be a good fit. No pressure, no commitment—just a quick chat to better understand your needs and treatment goals.