SCIENCE-DRIVEN PSYCHIATRY · FORT LEE, NJ
Personalized, science-driven care for anger, anxiety, depression,
ADHD, and complex mood disorders — for patients across
New Jersey and New York.
Self-pay practice · Superbill provided for out-of-network reimbursement
Michael Feldman, PA-C · Founder
Medications Used to Treat Anger-Related Psychiatric Conditions
SSRIS AND ANTIDEPRESSANTS
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) — including sertraline, fluoxetine, and escitalopram — are among the most commonly prescribed medications for anger driven by mood disorders, depression, or generalized anxiety. By increasing serotonin availability in the brain, SSRIs reduce emotional reactivity, lessen chronic irritability, and improve impulse regulation. Response typically develops gradually over four to six weeks, with full therapeutic benefit realized at eight to twelve weeks of consistent dosing.
MOOD STABILIZERS
For patients whose anger is linked to bipolar disorder, cyclothymia, or borderline personality disorder, mood stabilizers such as lithium, valproate, and lamotrigine are often the cornerstone of treatment. These medications dampen the extreme neurochemical swings that drive manic and mixed-state anger, reducing both the frequency and the intensity of explosive episodes. Consistent mood stabilization also makes other therapeutic interventions — including CBT and DBT — substantially more effective.
ATYPICAL ANTIPSYCHOTICS
Second-generation antipsychotics — including quetiapine, aripiprazole, and risperidone — are used at low doses for anger dysregulation, particularly in patients with PTSD, IED, or treatment-resistant mood disorders. They modulate dopamine and serotonin pathways simultaneously, providing a broader neurochemical stabilization than SSRIs alone. These medications require careful titration and regular metabolic monitoring to ensure tolerability and safety over the long term.
ANTI-ANXIETY MEDICATIONS
Buspirone and low-dose beta-blockers such as propranolol can reduce the physiological arousal that precedes anger outbursts — including elevated heart rate, chest tightness, and hypervigilance — especially in patients with PTSD or anxiety-driven anger. Unlike benzodiazepines, these options carry minimal dependency risk and are appropriate for daily maintenance use in the right clinical context. They are frequently used in combination with SSRIs or mood stabilizers as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
ADHD MEDICATIONS
Stimulant medications (amphetamine salts, methylphenidate) and non-stimulants (atomoxetine, guanfacine) are foundational treatments for anger and emotional dysregulation rooted in ADHD. Stimulants improve prefrontal cortex function — the brain region responsible for impulse control and emotional regulation — and can produce measurable reductions in frustration-driven anger within days to weeks of initiation. Non-stimulant options, particularly guanfacine, target alpha-2A receptors and are especially effective for the emotional impulsivity and irritability component of ADHD.
⚠ This content is for informational purposes only. No medication should be started, stopped, or changed without guidance from a qualified psychiatric provider. All treatment decisions at Gimel Health are made following a comprehensive in-person or telehealth evaluation with Michael Feldman, PA-C.
SERVICES
Other Conditions I Treat
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Mood Disorders
Treatment for depression, bipolar, PMDD, and
complex mood patterns.
Anxiety & OCD
Specialized care for chronic worry, panic, PTSD,
and obsessive thoughts.
ADHD
Treatment for depression, bipolar, PMDD, and
complex mood patterns.
Eating Disorders
Medical and medication support for anorexia,
bulimia, and binge eating.
Sleep & Anger
Treatment for insomnia, rage, and impulse
control challenges.
Complex Cases
Treatment-resistant cases, psychosis,
schizoaffective, autism spectrum.
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60-min Initial Evaluation
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We review full medical & psychiatric history, prior treatments, symptoms and
goals together.
Treatment & Follow-up
Medication plan, dosage refinement, and
regular check-ins.
ABOUT
Meet Michael Feldman, PA-C
Founder · Physician Assistant–Certified
Why molecular biology matters to your treatment
Most psychiatric prescribing is trial-and-error. My background in
molecular biology — MSc from Hebrew University of Jerusalem, with
research at the Weizmann Institute and Mt Sinai — lets me think about
your case at the level of biological pathways, not just symptom
checklists. That means fewer wasted medication trials and a clearer
rationale for every decision.
Who I treat
Adults, adolescents, and children with anxiety, depression, ADHD,
bipolar disorder, OCD, eating disorders, and complex or treatment-
resistant cases. I work especially well with patients who've been let
down by rushed 15-minute medication checks elsewhere.
What your first visit looks like
A 60-minute initial evaluation — in person at my Fort Lee office or via
telehealth anywhere in NJ or NY. We'll go through your full history,
current symptoms, prior treatments, and biological context. You leave
with a clear diagnosis and a specific medication plan, not a maybe.
EDUCATION
MSc in Physician Assitant Studies
PACE University NYC
EDUCATION
MSc Nut
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
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Children · Teens · Adults
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Accessible Psychiatric Care in Fort Lee
Gimel Health accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health, and others commonly offered through New Jersey employers. Coverage for psychiatric medication management varies by plan — our administrative team will verify your benefits before your first appointment so there are no surprises.For patients whose plans do not cover psychiatric services, competitive self-pay rates are available. We believe cost should not be a barrier to receiving an accurate psychiatric diagnosis and effective medication management.
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