Concierge Psychiatry in Brookline, MA
Dr. Annabel Kuhn is a board-certified psychiatrist who completed her residency at Harvard and her fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital. She offers a concierge model of psychiatric care for a limited patient panel.
That structure is what makes longer appointments possible, along with deeper coordination with the other clinicians on a patient's care team and a direct line of communication between visits.
What Is Concierge Psychiatry?
Concierge psychiatry is a model of care built around availability, access, and time. By maintaining a limited patient panel, Dr. Kuhn can offer what most psychiatric practices cannot: same-week appointments, unhurried sessions, and direct communication between visits.
This approach means you are not another name on a long patient list. Dr. Kuhn has the capacity to respond when you need her, monitor progress closely, and adjust treatment promptly when things change.
Traditional vs. Concierge Psychiatry
| Feature | Traditional | Concierge (Dr. Kuhn) |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment length | 15 to 20 minutes | 25 to 60 minutes |
| Availability | Weeks to months | Same-week appointments |
| Patient panel | Hundreds of patients | Limited panel |
| Between-visit access | Limited or none | Direct communication |
| Approach | Medication-focused | Integrated care |
| Privacy | Shared with insurers | Strict confidentiality |
| Care coordination | Limited | Proactive collaboration |
| Continuity | Variable | Long-term relationship |
What You Get
Time
Appointments that do not feel rushed, with room to discuss concerns, ask questions, and make thoughtful decisions.
Access
Direct communication with Dr. Kuhn between appointments. When something comes up, you can reach her.
Availability
Same-week appointments when you need them, rather than waiting months during a difficult stretch.
Privacy
A private-pay practice means no insurance records. Your care stays between you and your physician.
Coordination
Dr. Kuhn communicates with your therapists, doctors, and schools to keep everyone working from the same plan.
Continuity
A long-term relationship with one physician who knows your history and understands what has already been tried.
Who Is Concierge Psychiatry For?
This model suits people who value quality over convenience, and who understand that good psychiatric care takes time and attention. It works especially well for:
Families with children or teens who need a psychiatrist available to communicate with schools, therapists, and pediatricians, and to respond quickly when issues arise.
Families managing a child's medical complexity, where psychiatric care has to be coordinated with neurology, gastroenterology, or another specialty rather than delivered in isolation. More on that work is on the complex care pages.
Adults with complex or treatment-resistant conditions who have struggled in traditional settings and need a more thorough, personalized approach.
Professionals who value privacy and discretion and prefer care that remains outside of insurance systems.
Anyone who has experienced the frustration of rushed appointments, long wait times, and difficulty reaching their physician between visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from regular psychiatry?
The main difference is capacity. Traditional practices serve hundreds of patients, which limits appointment length and availability. Dr. Kuhn maintains a small panel, which is what allows for the time and access that complex psychiatric care often requires.
Do you accept insurance?
No. Dr. Kuhn operates a private-pay practice. This is what allows for longer appointments, direct access, and complete privacy. She can provide documentation for out-of-network reimbursement if your insurance offers that option.
How much does it cost?
Visit the Payment & Fees page for detailed pricing on initial evaluations and follow-up appointments.
Can I contact Dr. Kuhn between appointments?
Yes. Established patients have direct access to Dr. Kuhn for questions and concerns between scheduled visits. This is one of the core benefits of the concierge model.
Do you treat both children and adults?
Yes. Dr. Kuhn sees children, adolescents, and adults, with particular focus on children whose psychiatric needs sit alongside a medical, neurological, or developmental condition.
What areas do you serve?
Dr. Kuhn sees patients in person in Brookline and the Greater Boston area. Telehealth appointments are available throughout Massachusetts.
Our Location
Brookline, MA 02446
Virtual appointments available throughout Massachusetts
Located on Beacon Street near Coolidge Corner, one mile from Boston Children's Hospital and the Longwood Medical Area.
Start With a 10-Minute Introductory Call
A brief phone conversation is the first step, and a chance to discuss whether concierge psychiatry is the right fit for you or your family.
Request a 10-Minute Introductory Call