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I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

Choosing a new therapist can be intimidating, whether it’s your first time or you’ve been in therapy forever. I respect this and try to make the process of starting therapy one that feels as comfortable as possible from our first session. I believe the most important part of being human is our ability to empathize with others, and therapy should be a space where we can tell our story and truly feel heard, understood, and validated.

I'm an experienced psychotherapist, specializing in, but not limited to, treating those with relationship difficulties, and those suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other OC Spectrum Disorders, in addition to dysthymia and depression.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with adolescents and adults. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety as well as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, particularly the Purely Obsessional (Pure-O) subtype. I trained with a world renowned expert in OCD in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy. Additionally, I am also experienced in the treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Phobias, tic disorders, Perfectionism and Posttraumatic stress disorder. My research background encompassed relationship and sexual variables related to sexual dysfunction.

Everyone has the capacity to improve their psychological states and emotional well being in significant ways. As a Certifed and Diplomate Cognitive Psychotherapist, I know that therapy is an effective way to bring about such change. Sensitively working within the structured Cognitive Therapy format. Through the modality of CBT, progress is made in a timely way. I am among the few Certified Cognitive Therapists practicing in the metro area currently. The Academy of Cognitive Therapy founded by Aaron Beck has certified only 700 mental health professionals to date, worldwide. I look forward to meeting you, working with you and facilitating your course of self improvement.

Good therapy guides you to a more secure relationship with yourself and with the world around you, so that you can reconnect with a sense of meaning and immediacy in life. I help people to improve emotional awareness which leads to better relationships, less anxiety, and more resilience. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss, and relationship issues.

In my twenties, I saw a psychotherapist who was completely silent (the traditional way) and wasn’t very helpful. Then I saw another who was intellectually and emotionally present, and he changed my life. Like him, I practice in a collaborative way designed to help my patients see real forward movement in their everyday lives.

I offer video appointments for adults located anywhere in New York State. Whether you've done psychotherapy in the past or this is your first time looking, psychotherapy can be a rewarding experience. We might know what we'd like to change, and other times this might be less clear even though we want something different. Wherever you are on this continuum, I hope I can be of help to you in your search for change. Generally speaking, my style incorporates your talents, abilities, strengths, values, and creative interests - the elements that make you unique and that are not captured by a psychiatric diagnosis - in our work.

I specialize in helping people through loss, traumatic events, and life transitions. You may be stuck, feel out of control, or simply want a different life. Psychotherapy can be helpful in redefining how you relate to others and yourself, and in identifying your needs and nurturing these areas. I can introduce research-supported strategies for coping with difficult emotions, stress, or physical pain when a practical solution is appropriate. An ideal patient would also value an emotion-based and interpersonal approach to treatment; few things can predict the success of treatment like the strong bond between your therapist and you.

I believe in a flexible and pragmatic approach to change that focuses on each client's needs. My technique balances insight, active collaboration and positive exploration. I help clients to create practices that affect real change in the present. I see life's difficulties as challenges that further growth and depth. I've trained and worked in a number of contexts and with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, trauma, and relationship challenges and growth. I also work with issues of creating a substantive, meaningful life within the distractions of modernity.

Do you find it difficult to turn your brain off? Are you afraid that if other people could see how your mind worked they would think you were crazy or weird? Do you think about past events over and over again? I'm here to help. Together, we will untangle some of those thoughts so that they are less overwhelming. It's scary and exhausting having so much on your mind - I get it! Together we're going to untangle it all and get you enjoying your life again.

Encountering certain life experiences can be difficult, and we find ourselves struggling to overcome the obstacles. Learning how to respond and relate to our experiences can change how we navigate life and move toward what is meaningful and important. As a mental health clinician, my work aims to provide adults and older adolescents with comprehensive clinical care that considers the multifaceted aspects of an individual's life, including cultural, racial, and social identities. I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you process your experiences and cultivate the next steps in your life.

Beginning therapy can be scary and is a bold step toward making proactive changes in your life. I provide a warm and relaxed atmosphere to explore your emotional life in a safe and supportive space. Aware of the importance of the body, I experience you as a whole person: your words, life themes, affect, posture, and your presence. By experiencing you in your wholeness, I can contextualize what can feel confusing or fragmentary. I can share what I see and understand, helping you raise your self-awareness. This process can harmonize your thoughts and emotions. Insight alone often is not sufficient for healing.

You are not alone in your struggles. In a world that often stigmatizes therapy as something only 'crazy' people do, it's crucial to recognize that seeking help is a brave and empowering choice. Quality therapy has the power to transform your life in ways you may never have imagined. It's an investment in yourself—a step towards reclaiming control over your feelings, relationships, and future. If you're tired of feeling like external forces dictate your emotions, walking on eggshells in your relationships, being overly critical of yourself, or feeling trapped by your past, therapy can offer a path towards healing and growth.

I am a New York State-licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Interpersonal Psychoanalyst. I'm committed to helping people sort out how to get where they want to get--specifically, working through difficult relationship entanglements, personal growth and life changes. I like to work collaboratively and believe that sometimes the right course is clear; at other times it is something to work on together. I always try to balance being honest, open, thoughtful, compassionate and responsive. I co-founded The Irrelationship Group and The Community Consulting Group (CCG).

Whether you are deciding begin therapy or looking to continue, I consider this decision to be a tremendous act of courage. To be in therapy is to admit to yourself and another person that you are tired of your current situation, and you want change.

Whether you're feeling stressed recently or you have been struggling for a long time, my goal is to help you find hope. We develop habits in our behavior and our thought patterns that, at one time, may have been helpful when coping with traumatic moments in our lives. These very habits may now be obstructing you from feeling fulfilled in life.

My goal as a psychologist is to help you feel better, quickly, applying proven therapeutic methods in a warm and caring atmosphere. I am solution oriented so you will not spend years in therapy. Most patients are in treatment for a few months. At the same time, I work to produce long-term, sustainable change in my patients. I help my clients progress toward their goals in a warm, supportive and affirming environment. Just as each person's needs, experiences, and strengths are unique, I tailor my services to each individual and help uncover past and present factors that impact functioning.

Considering therapy? What keeps you from your goals? What gets in the way of satisfying relationships in your personal life and career? We will work together to make a safe space so we can find out what really needs to change. Then we look for solutions you can actually live out in your daily life, the life you want.