Personalized Treatment Plans
Every patient receives a customized plan designed to address individual needs and goals.
Root-Cause Approach
We focus on understanding the underlying causes of mental health concerns, not just masking symptoms.
Confidential & Supportive Care
Your privacy and comfort are our priority in every consultation and treatment session.
About Confidante Psychiatry Services
Your Partner in Mental Wellness
At Confidante Psychiatry Services, we are committed to helping patients live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Located in Shrewsbury, MA, we provide telehealth and in-person care designed to address complex mental health needs with compassion and precision.
Led by Dr. Zafar N. Naqvi, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist with over 25 years of clinical and academic experience, we focus on treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. Our goal is to empower you with the tools, strategies, and treatments you need to feel better and thrive. Through personalized evaluations and a thoughtful, minimal-medication philosophy, we help patients:
- Overcome depression, anxiety, and trauma
- Manage complex conditions such as OCD, PTSD, and bipolar disorder
- Recover from addiction with non-narcotic treatments
- Improve daily functioning and resilience
- Regain control of life through holistic, evidence-based care
Expert Mental Health Services
At Confidante Psychiatry Services, we provide compassionate, evidence-based treatments to support your mental health and overall well-being.
Meet Dr. Zafar N. Naqvi, MD
Board-Certified Psychiatrist | Addiction Specialist | Educator
Dr. Naqvi is a Harvard-trained, board-certified psychiatrist with certifications in Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, and Addiction Medicine. With a career spanning more than 25 years, he has served as a lecturer at Harvard Medical School, an Assistant Professor at UMass Medical School, and Psychiatrist-in-Charge at McLean Hospital.
His training includes fellowships in Addiction Psychiatry (UMass Medical School) and Psychoanalytic Psychiatry (Philadelphia Psychoanalytic Center), along with specialized training in OCD (Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK).
Patients can expect:
- 70-minute initial consultations for accurate diagnosis
- Care that integrates psychotherapy, medication management, and holistic strategies
- An empathetic, collaborative approach where the patient’s voice is central
- Expertise in complex and treatment-resistant cases
"Brain and mind work together, but speak different languages. Psychiatry is the bridge between the two. My role is to be your confidante and guide, helping you find balance through individualized care."
Why Choose Confidante Psychiatry Services?
At Confidante Psychiatry Services, we go beyond routine care by offering:
- Personalized Approach: Tailored treatment plans for each individual.
- Experienced Psychiatrist: 25+ years of clinical and academic expertise.
- Confidential & Safe Environment: A trusted space for sensitive conversations.
- Evidence-Based Therapies: Proven strategies for lasting results.
- Inclusive & Culturally Sensitive Care: Respectful support for all backgrounds.
- Convenient Shrewsbury Location & Telehealth: Flexible access to care across Massachusetts.
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