Welcome to New Hartford Psychological Services
Your path to healing starts here. Since 2003, we've been committed to providing compassionate, expert mental health care to individuals and families throughout the Utica area and beyond. Our experienced team of psychologists, social workers, and counselors is here to support you—whether you're seeking guidance for yourself, your child, or a loved one.

We're Growing to Serve You Better
This merger represents our shared commitment to providing the highest quality, compassionate, and evidence-based mental health care - now with expanded services, greater resources, and a unified team dedicated to your well-being.
Our patients remain our top priority, and we’re here to ensure a smooth and supportive transition for you.


What services do we offer for your mental health
We offer a full range of psychological and counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families.




Compassionate support for diverse mental health needs
Emotional and Mood Disorders
We help individuals manage anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and adjustment challenges through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Relationship and Life Transitions
Support is available for marital and relationship issues, bereavement, and personal growth during major life changes.
Specialized Concerns Across Ages
From child and adolescent therapy to OCD, personality disorders, anger management, trauma, and PTSD - we offer tailored care for every need.
Caring for Minds,
Supporting Families
Founded by Dr. Andrew Kinney in 2003, New Hartford Psychological Services, PC has grown into one of the area’s most trusted and comprehensive mental health clinics. Our team includes experienced psychologists, social workers, and a licensed mental health counselor—each bringing unique expertise to support individuals and families across all stages of life.
We’re here to help whether you're navigating life transitions, managing a chronic condition, or seeking care for your child—with compassion, professionalism, and respect.
What Sets Us
Apart in Mental Health Care

Your Care Team at
New Hartford Psychological Services

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Dr. Andrew Kinney is a New York State Licensed Psychologist and is certified as a Cognitive Behavior Therapist by the Atlanta Center for Cognitive Therapy in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kinney is also an Associate Fellow at the Albert Ellis Institute in New York City where he received extensive training in Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy. He has also received training in Clinical Hypnosis from the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). Dr. Kinney has published in numerous scientific and professional peer reviewed journals and has been a professor of psychology for three decades. Dr. Kinney is a graduate of SUNY Cobleskill, West Virginia University, SUNY Cortland and Syracuse University where he earned his Ph.D. He also completed several years of post-doctoral study.

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Dr. Hama is a NYS licensed counseling psychologist. He earned his doctoral degree in Counseling/School Psychology from the State University of New York at Buffalo and completed his internship at the University of Florida. He has experience working in a hospital setting and specializes in interpersonal processing and cognitive-behavioral therapy for adolescents, college students, and adults, addressing a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, college preparation/adjustment, and identity development. Therapeutically, Dr. Hama strives to develop a strong client-therapist alliance by paying close attention to the clients' narratives and cultural contexts in which they live.



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Geordan Holmes, LMHC-D, NCC is Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor in New York State. Geordan has many years of experience in educational and outpatient behavioral health settings where she has provided individual psychotherapy services to adolescent and adult populations. Geordan offers a counseling style that is warm, down to earth, collaborative, and genuine to foster trust, connection, and support. Geordan is client-centered and strengths based to support individuals in building self-awareness, insight, and focusing on resiliency, empowerment, and solution-focused strategies to overcome challenges.Geordan offers both in-person and telehealth appointments for individuals 18+. Geordan's counseling style is eclectic, blending a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities to assist individuals in symptom management and skill development. She is experienced in supporting individuals with challenges related to chronic trauma(s), self-esteem and self-worth issues, anxiety, depression, gender identity and orientation exploration, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues.

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Dr. Krishna is a board-certified psychiatrist, researcher, and health-tech entrepreneur with expertise in neuroscience and mental health innovation. He is a seasoned physician-researcher in the field of neuroscience, with extensive publications and original scientific findings.Dr. Krishna is a Board-certified psychiatrist, he is also a healthcare entrepreneur, and he served as CEO/CMO of a large mental health platform in Maryland and was responsible for managing clinical operations, executive leadership and expansion. Dr. Krishna also oversaw medical compliance to ensure patients receive the highest standard of medical care. Dr. Krishna also recruited and mentored physicians, physician assistants, therapists & nurse practitioners.In conjunction with these, Dr Krishna was also the Founder of BloominMind HealthTech Inc., a health IT company with a focus on building product solutions and services for behavioral health patients. His research focuses on the areas of chronic psychiatric diseases, psychotic spectrum disorders, suicide and cognition.

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Cheryl Plescia, LCSW-R has been a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1994. She has provided therapy to both youth and adults within hospital settings as well as mental health community clinics. Cheryl graduated from Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC), Utica, NY and received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Hamilton College, Clinton, NY. She earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from Syracuse University. Besides providing mental health counseling, Cheryl has been a professor of human services and psychology at MVCC. While providing therapy and counseling services, Cheryl has utilized several professional treatment modalities including, but not limited to, Family System's theory, Cognitive-Behavioral theory, Person Centered theory, Solution Focused theory, and Gestalt therapies.

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Christine Eddy, LMHC, NCC is a Nationally Certified New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She is certified as a Women's Mental Health Specialist (CWMHS), a Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC) and as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Christine earned her Master's Degree from Syracuse University in 2006. Christine has experience working with multicultural populations in schools, outpatient, residential and private practice settings. She works with adult clients to help them overcome anxiety, OCD, relationship issues, low self-esteem, loss/bereavement, life transitions, and specializes in treatment of people struggling with the aftermath of pathological love relationships and narcissistic abuse. She also provides couple's counseling. Christine's approach is respectful and client-centered. She has been practicing for over 19 years and utilizes various treatment modalities.


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Emmilee Swank is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-C) with 8 years of nursing experience, including 5 years specializing in psychiatry. She provides compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals at New Hartford Psychological Services. Emmilee completed her Nurse Practitioner program at Russell Sage College, where she developed a strong foundation in psychiatric care.Her approach centers on mental wellness, focusing on personalized treatment plans and collaborative care to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Client Forms
New clients are encouraged to complete and submit the following forms prior to their first appointment. If you're unable to do so, please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for in-office completion.

Have questions or ready to schedule an appointment?
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Weekend appointments available by request.
