Lily Kurtz, DNP

Hello! My name is Lily Kurtz, and I am a doctoral-level Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner that offers both in-person and virtual sessions in New York City. I specialize in making the complex world of mental health feel a little less daunting and a lot more manageable, and will make sure you understand the “why” behind any and all treatment options. I am available for individual psychotherapy, medication management, or a combination of both for teens and adults.

I work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, challenges at home, school or work. One of my specializations is working with current and former athletes struggling with mental health symptoms or looking to improve mental wellness in general. With my athletes, I pay special attention to the timing of medication regimens, track biometrics such as HRV, and utilize knowledge of the athletic experience to ensure clients don't feel pressured to choose
between mental wellness or peak performance.

I believe in meeting you where you are, without judgment. My goal is to help you tackle whatever life throws your way with practical, evidence-based strategies and a touch of levity. Laughter is a powerful tool, and I often incorporate humor into sessions to help ease tension and
build a genuine connection.

My clients have expressed appreciation for my ability to make them feel at ease while maintaining a focus on achieving effective outcomes. My approach is both collaborative and holistic, focusing on understanding your individual needs and goals. Together, we’ll create a
personalized plan that may include therapy, medication management, or a combination of both to
help you thrive.

I earned my Doctorate in Psychiatric Nursing Practice from Columbia University, and received additional training during a post-doctoral fellowship in neurodevelopmental psychiatry at Graymatters medical practice. I often utilize my degree in Cognitive Brain Science from Tufts University to inform my treatment planning- as it allows me to recognize the complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors impacting my clients' mental health. This
comprehensive perspective allows me to provide tailored care that addresses the unique needs of each patient.

Within sessions, I work to help my clients develop their own self-advocacy skills, but I am also committed to supporting my clients outside of the therapy room through my own advocacy work. I am currently involved with the non-profit Athletes for Hope as both a research committee member and an athlete mental health research fellow. Through the fellowship, I am committed to study the challenges athletes face and develop solutions that support wellbeing in sport and life. Through Athletes for Hope, I am also a member of the Athlete Mental Health Alliance (which aims to create a collective effort to advance non-profit work for athletes) and a member of the athlete research committee (which informs policy initiatives to amplify athletes’ voices demanding change related to improving athlete mental health).