BOARD CERTIFIED PSYCHIATRIST

LANRE DOKUN, M.D.

Offering high-performing individuals the therapeutic and psychiatric care needed to reach their goals and progress in life. Dr. Lanre Dokun specializes in understanding your context to get you solutions that will actually work.

What clients say about Dr. Dokun

  • I've been in therapy for years and this is the first time I found someone who was able to help me through the worst of my depression and anxiety. I was ready to accept a more mediocre life, but with Dr. Dokun's help, everything turned around. I'm so grateful to finally get my life back.

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  • Professional, caring and well rounded approach. When you are making the delicate choice to choose a professional, I highly recommend Dr. Dokun. You will be in good hands!

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  • Dr. Dokun changed my daughter's life from one of sometimes severe depression, to stable, manageable life to now, showing true self love, back to her loveable personality. He also then helped me enhance my life, helping me to a much happier place. Thank You.

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Meet Dr. Lanre Dokun below by watching the short video. Learn more by scrolling through him bio and quick facts about how he can help you.

Watch the video above to meet Dr. Lanre Dokun, Board Certified Psychiatrist.

Learn More About Dr. Lanre Dokun—in His Own Words

Dr. Lanre Dokun is the Founder of Healthy Minds NYC. Get to know his therapeutic style and discover why he is loved by high-performing clients all across New York City. In this short video you’ll learn:

  • what misconceptions people have about therapy

  • why the ideal outcome of therapy is for you to become more yourself, not someone else

  • how he grounds solutions in the overall context of your life

  • why his therapy style is very action-focused to get you results quickly

  • and more!

“Clients come to me when they are drowning. In that moment you want someone to throw you a life preserver, but you also want someone who will help you plot your way back to land.”
— Dr. Lanre Dokun, Board Certified Psychiatrist

ABOUT DR. LANRE DOKUN

Lanre Dokun, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist in New York City at Healthy Minds NYC located in Midtown East, Manhattan. Dr. Dokun founded Healthy Minds NYC in 2017 with the aim of providing high quality, effective mental health care for working professionals. As a highly driven and academically accomplished individual with an Ivy league education, he understands the pressures and demands of elite corporate and academic environments. Dr. Dokun seeks to help motivated and successful clients realize whole life success and a balanced quality of life. 

  • WHAT IT’S LIKE WORKING WITH DR. DOKUN

    Dr. Dokun is personable but direct, working with clients to set and meet concrete goals. This means aiding clients in navigating psychiatric disorders such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more. Dr. Dokun also helps clients navigate career goals, interpersonal relationships/conflicts, and establish long-term financial stability.

    HE CAN RELATE TO YOUR WORLD

    Dr. Dokun is an Ivy League-educated physician who received his bachelor's degree from Brown University (with a double concentration in Philosophy and Psychology) and his medical degree from The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He is an accomplished clinician, teacher, and humanitarian.

    LEADING WITH HEART-CENTERED CARE

    During his time at The Mount Sinai Hospital, he was chosen as Teacher of the Year due to his efforts in educating medical students and residents. He helped establish and manage a free mental health clinic in East Harlem and was chosen by the American Psychiatric Association as a SAMHSA Minority Fellow. He contributed to The Mount Sinai Experts Guide in Psychiatry with a chapter focusing on racial and ethnic differences in response to psychoactive medications.

    Dr. Dokun has supervised medical students in the care of psychiatric patients as well as provided academic and career counseling for aspiring physicians. He has also worked as a consultant to the Ministry of Health of Belize and supervised Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners in medication management as well as provided training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

    BEFORE FOUNDING HEALTHY MINDS NYC

    Prior to working at The Mount Sinai Hospital, he taught a course at the University of Pennsylvania’s Social Learning Disorders Program, researched the connections between HIV and psychiatric illness, and led a group therapy treatment to help young adults on the autism spectrum have more meaningful personal relationships.

Clinical Style

  • Personable, but direct

  • Works with clients to set and meet concrete goals

Therapeutic Modalities

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Psychodynamic Therapy

Areas of Specialization

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • ADHD

  • Financial Therapy

  • Weight Management

Education & Training

  • Brown University - double concentration in Philosophy and Psychology

  • The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Advanced Training & Certification

  • Teacher of the Year for Mount Sinai

Fun Facts

When Dr. Dokun isn’t helping clients reach their big life goals, he loves to travel. He’s known for taking elaborate vacations to really unwind. Work hard and play harder is often his motto.

“I wish more clients understood that anxiety is incredibly treatable. You don’t have to live under constant stress or keep hitting the wall of burnout. We can help!”
- Dr. Lanre Dokun

Ready to get started?

Book your first session with our team by scheduling a free consultation call with the Healthy Minds NYC care coordinator. During this complimentary call, we’ll explore your exact care needs to ensure your provider is the right fit for your goals, style, and availability.

 FAQs About Dr. Lanre Dokun

Find answers to common questions we are asked regarding working with Dr. Lanre Dokun at Healthy Minds NYC.

  • At Healthy Minds NYC, we believe the right therapist is essential to your mental health journey. That's why we require all clients to start with a free consultation call. Our experienced team will take the time to understand your unique needs and match you with a therapist who can help you achieve your goals. Don't wait to prioritize your mental health - schedule your consultation call today.

  • During this call we will create a care plan you can sustain by discussing the following:

    • the goals and preferences you have for therapy

    • the right therapist for you based on your needs and style

    • the schedule for your first session (virtual or in-person) and frequency of sessions

    • details about your out-of-pocket cost and insurance

    • any questions you may have regarding care so you’re confident to begin.

  • Healthy Minds NYC is an out-of-network provider. However, we do work with many major insurance plans. Visit our rates and insurance page here to learn how we can help you utilize your insurance benefits to reduce out-of-pocket costs.