Coira Institute

Coira Institute is a psychiatrist practice in Oakland, New Jersey, offering comprehensive behavioral medicine care through psychotherapy and, when appropriate, medication management. The practice serves individuals seeking expert mental health treatment, with specialized focus on integrative psychiatry, depression, addiction, and trauma-informed care. Led by a team of board-certified professionals, Coira Institute provides personalized treatment for adults and adolescents, emphasizing holistic and evidence-based approaches. The practice is recognized for its clinical excellence and has served the Oakland and surrounding communities for decades, with a strong reputation supported by professional accolades and published research.

The institute’s team includes Dr. Diego L. Coira, a Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and former Chairman of Psychiatry at Hackensack University Medical Center, who brings nearly four decades of experience and expertise in psychosomatic medicine, addiction, and equine-assisted psychotherapy. Dr. Rafael Coira, a third-generation psychiatrist and attorney, combines medical training with legal insight, specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry, dialectical behavior therapy, and technological addictions. Margaret Grady, a board-certified nurse practitioner and former Director of Nursing at Hackensack University Medical Center, brings extensive experience in women’s mental health and integrated care, with research published in leading medical journals.

Located at 169 Ramapo Valley Road, Suite ML7, the practice sits on a quiet stretch of Ramapo Valley Road in Oakland, New Jersey. The office is situated within a professional medical complex, offering easy access for patients from surrounding areas.

Coira Institute is known for its commitment to high-quality, integrative mental health care, with a team that combines clinical expertise, academic contributions, and advocacy for equitable access to treatment. The practice’s reputation is built on decades of experience, published research, and recognition within the psychiatric community, including leadership roles in major medical centers and national professional organizations.

As a trusted leader in behavioral medicine in Oakland, Coira Institute stands out for its integration of medical, psychological, and social perspectives in treating mental health, reflecting the community’s need for compassionate, expert care.