Avoid this doctor at all costs. He doesn’t care, doesn’t listen, and doesn’t seem to believe in medication withdrawals. He prescribes with reckless abandon, at extreme doses, with little to no care of side effects. The laundry list of meds he put me on in the very short time I was his patient as been hell, simply put.

Submitted Jan. 13, 2023

I highly recommend Dr. Klugman. It is virtually impossible to find his blend of knowledge, empathy & compassionate care.

Submitted Jan. 13, 2021

I first went to Dr. Klugman for depression as I was going through a divorce. I did not want to take medication at the time, so our visits were traditional talk therapy. Two years later, I remarried and had my first child, at which time I felt well enough to discontinue visits. However, my depression returned 15 years later, even worse than it was before. Realizing it was affecting my two children, I returned to Dr. Klugman's office. After he evaluated me for an hour to determine If I was experiencing depression or something else, he explained that patient visits no longer involved talk therapy; he prescribes suitable medication and follows up with regular visits to make adjustments, if necessary. That worked for me; I didn't want to talk; I just wanted to recover. Emotionally, I felt unsteady and vulnerable, but he came through for me. Several times, when something serious came up between appointments, we talked by phone or he scheduled an earlier appointment for me. I've been seeing him for 20 years now, and I trust him completely.

Submitted July 17, 2020

I have had a history of debilitating mania, severe depression, anxiety and as a result substance abuse since I was very young. I have seen four different psychiatrists and several psychologists throughout my life. I’ve had mostly positive experiences with the psychologists, but I cannot say the same for the psychiatrists, that is until Dr. Klugman. I’ll explain. It seems to me that you can pretty easily influence certain doctors to diagnose you a certain way and prescribe what you want just by saying the right things. As part of my sickness I’ve learned to be a real manipulator. But there’s something about Dr. Klugman that makes me not want to do that. I trust him. He’s the first psychiatrist I actually trust and feel I can learn from. He also has a great sense of humor which is important to me. I know relationships between doctors and patients can be tricky and sometimes the chemistry is just not right but I’m happy to say ours is very good. I have recommended Dr. Klugman to several people including a family member and plan on seeing him for as long as I can.

Submitted July 11, 2020

After seeing 3 different doctors in CT. I finally found Dr. Klugman, who has methodically treated me for several years. I can honestly say that for the first time in 30 years I feel consistently good after years of feeling good for a short time but always go back to my depressed state.

Submitted July 9, 2020

I have been seeing Dr. Klugman for over 20 years now. I came In as an anxious mess. He listened to me and together we found the right combination for me.

Submitted July 9, 2020

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Klugman’s for years and he has always been available and returns my calls within 24 hours. Dr. Klugman listens to what I have to say and values my participation in the decision making. He empowers me and treats me fairly. I do appreciate that.

Submitted July 8, 2020

I've been seeing Dr. Klugman for several years. I truly enjoy his compassion and humor each time I see him for a visit. He worked very carefully to help me make an important medication adjustment, as my husband and I are trying for a baby right now. He reassured me every step of the way, and I was able to successfully go off of a medication I'd been taking for over 18 years, when another doctor had tried and failed. We are very thankful for Dr. Klugman's patience and medical expertise going through this.

Submitted July 6, 2020

always have had a positive experience, been a patient for 16 years

Submitted July 6, 2020

13 years strong, thank you for your excellent help!

Submitted July 5, 2020