In a healthcare industry often defined by rushed fifteen-minute appointments and revolving-door providers, 247 Mental is carving out a different model. The New York City-based psychiatry and mental wellness practice was founded by Arjun Viswanathan, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), on a simple premise. Mental health care should be as individualized as the people receiving it.
A Clinician With a Business Mind
Viswanathan’s path to founding 247 Mental reflects an unusual blend of clinical depth and operational expertise. He holds a Master’s degree in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing from Columbia University, giving him rigorous training in diagnosis, medication management, and evidence-based psychotherapy. He paired that clinical foundation with an MBA from Rutgers University, a combination that shows up in how the practice is run, from streamlined scheduling to a patient experience built around continuity rather than churn.
That dual background is central to the practice’s identity. Clinical rigor is delivered through a business model designed around the patient, not the other way around.
What the Practice Treats
The clinical focus at 247 Mental spans some of the most common (and most commonly under-treated) conditions in adult mental health:
● ADHD
● Anxiety disorders
● Depression
● Bipolar disorder
● Addiction and substance use
Care is delivered through a combination of medication management and psychotherapy, tailored to each patient’s history, goals, and response to treatment, rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Beyond the Diagnosis: Performance and Resilience
One of the more distinctive elements of the 247 Mental offering is its emphasis on performance coaching. Alongside traditional psychiatric care, the practice provides sports psychology services and coaching aimed at professionals managing career-related pressure and performance anxiety. This positions 247 Mental not just as a place to treat clinical symptoms, but as a resource for high performers (executives, athletes, and other professionals) looking to build durable mental resilience under pressure.
It’s a niche that reflects a broader shift in mental health care. An increasing number of patients are seeking support not because something is acutely wrong, but because they want to function, focus, and perform at a higher level.
Access and Format
247 Mental offers both in-person appointments in New York City and telehealth visits, giving patients flexibility in how they engage with care. That flexibility is a particularly relevant option for busy professionals or those who split time between locations.
Patient Experience
Reviews of the practice consistently point to a few recurring themes. Patients describe a compassionate, unhurried approach to appointments, and a genuine specialization in working with high-achieving individuals who need psychiatric care that respects both their clinical needs and their schedules. Rather than the abbreviated check-ins common in many psychiatric practices, patients describe visits that allow time for real conversation and relationship-building.
Getting Started
Prospective patients can learn more about the practice, read testimonials, and review available services directly on the 247 Mental website, or book an appointment through Arjun Viswanathan’s Zocdoc profile.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health. If you are in crisis, call or text 988.
