Konstantin Nikiforov, MD

 4.9
(646) 850-2290
New York City, 20 East 46th Street #1200 28, W 44th St #318, New York, NY 10017

In the heart of Midtown Manhattan, with offices at both 20 East 46th Street #1200 and 28 West 44th Street #318, Dr. Konstantin Nikiforov (affectionately known by his patients as "Dr. Niki") has built a psychiatric practice that feels like a quiet, intellectual sanctuary amidst the city's chaos. While New York is full of clinical, fast-paced clinics, Dr. Nikiforov offers a "boutique" experience that prioritizes privacy, time, and deep conversation. As a dual board-certified specialist in both Adult and Geriatric Psychiatry, he brings over 30 years of experience—including elite training at Mount Sinai Beth Israel—to help high-functioning professionals and families navigate their most complex emotional challenges.


What makes a visit to Dr. Nikiforov unique is his role as a "medical detective" for the mind. He is particularly renowned for his expertise in Bipolar Disorder and treatment-resistant mood disorders, serving as the Associate Director of the Galynker Family Center. He is the doctor other specialists call when a standard treatment isn't working. Whether he is managing adult ADHD, complex anxiety, or the cognitive changes that come with aging, he moves beyond basic "check-box" diagnoses. He is famous for his witty, intelligent, and proactive style, often formulating creative, individualized treatment plans that combine meticulous medication management with evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT.


The atmosphere at his Midtown offices reflects a deep commitment to what he calls "Family Inclusive Treatment" (FIT). Dr. Nikiforov understands that a person's mental health doesn't exist in a vacuum; it affects their partners, children, and careers. As an Assistant Professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, he stays at the cutting edge of psychiatric research, yet his patient interactions are defined by a remarkably "human" touch. Fluently speaking English and Russian, he is a vital resource for New York’s international community, ensuring that cultural nuances and personal history are never lost in translation.


Operating with a "concierge-level" philosophy, Dr. Nikiforov’s practice is tailored for those who value results and confidentiality. He is a firm believer that the best psychiatry is a partnership, often spending extended time with patients to ensure they feel heard, respected, and hopeful about their recovery. If you are looking for a psychiatrist in the 10017 or 10036 area who combines the academic rigor of a top-tier professor with the compassionate, hands-on spirit of a neighborhood doctor, Dr. Konstantin Nikiforov remains a premier choice for reclaiming your focus and emotional balance.


 


Доктор Константин Никифоров - психиатр из Нью-Йорка, штат Нью-Йорк, и работает в нескольких больницах в этом районе. Практикует более 20 лет.


Mount Sinai Morningside and Mount Sinai West Hospitals, Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital


Медицинская школа и ординатура


Медицинский центр Бет Исраэль


Стипендия гериатрической психиатрии


Медицинский центр Бет Исраэль


Ординатура психиатрия


Российский Государственный Медицинский Университет


Медицинская школа


Сертификаты и лицензии


Американский совет психиатрии и неврологии


Сертифицирован в психиатрии


Медицинская лицензия штата Нью-Йорк

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Reviews about Konstantin Nikiforov, MD

 5 
04.03.2026 19:47
Dr. Nikiforov is an excellent clinician who I trust with my life.

My bipolar has cycled many times over the years through mania, depression, mixed states, and psychosis, and Dr. Nikiforov has always guided me to find the support I needed as well as involved me in all decisions about medication. Most importantly, I've never felt talked down to and always make the final call when it comes to med changes.

It is not often that you find a provider this knowledgeable, dedicated, and compassionate. If you want a psychiatrist who cares, treating you like a person rather than a diagnosis, I'd highly recommend Dr. Nikiforov.
 5 
04.03.2026 19:47
After meeting with Dr. Nikiforov Konstantin I was able to quickly get educated and brought on to the right treatment for me to get back to having a stable a flourishing lifestyle. Once achieved, Dr. Nikiforov Konstantin continued to work to support and maintain it and now I feel confident to manage things through minimal lower level of care.
 5 
04.03.2026 19:47
The Galynker Center are full of angels. Dr. Nikiforov and his team helped my Mom get back to herself, and for that my family and I are forever grateful. The team there is friendly, patient, professional, responsive and all around top notch. My family was directed to the Galynker center via the National Institute of Mental Health, and I am so thankful for the team there. You may be in a difficult mental health situation with yourself or a family member, and may think you'll never get out of it. I can say with full confidence that the Galynker Center will help you and your family get out of the 'darkness' and back into the 'light'. I am forever grateful to Dr. Nikiforov and his team. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me for details. You are not alone.


 

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