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Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
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Dr. Brian Freidenberg

Psychologist, PhD (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
13 Endorsed
5 Pine West Plaza, Suite 511, Albany, NY 12205
Let's Connect (518) 348-8689
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Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, & families. I am trained as a culturally responsive cognitive behavioral therapist. An important part of my practice is my appreciation and admiration of culture. My clients are diverse by age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, and ethnicity. I offer EVENING + WEEKEND hours.
I am a clinical psychologist who also has an MSW. Thus, I am a very well-trained therapist who understands the unique impacts of culture, environment, and systems on people's lives. I have been mentored by therapists world renowned for their work in anxiety, addiction, and groups. I believe in the power of hope and the concept of resiliency.
Call or Dr. Brian Freidenberg now for a free 15 minute consultation - (518) 348-8689

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5 Pine West Plaza

Suite 511

Albany, NY 12205 map

(518) 348-8689

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Offering: (1) THERAPY (Individual, Couples, Family), (2) Psychological EVALS, (3) Support GROUP Therapy (Recovery; Young Adults; Therapists)
I specialize in Anxiety, Child and Addiction 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (518) 348-8689
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5 Pine West Plaza

Suite 511

Albany, NY 12205 map

(518) 348-8689

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Offering: (1) THERAPY (Individual, Couples, Family), (2) Psychological EVALS, (3) Support GROUP Therapy (Recovery; Young Adults; Therapists)
I specialize in Anxiety, Child and Addiction 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • Highmark
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Out of Network
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For clients who are Out Of Network (OON), I supply payment receipts for submission to their insurance for reimbursement.
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 348-8689
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For clients who are Out Of Network (OON), I supply payment receipts for submission to their insurance for reimbursement.
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 348-8689

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 017247 Brian Freidenberg
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I have 20 years of experience & I supervise multiple therapists. I have conducted many psychological evaluations for a variety of purposes & continue to do so on a regular basis. I also work at UAlbany where I teach therapy classes & provide therapy to the students at UAlbany's counseling center.
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 348-8689
"
I have 20 years of experience & I supervise multiple therapists. I have conducted many psychological evaluations for a variety of purposes & continue to do so on a regular basis. I also work at UAlbany where I teach therapy classes & provide therapy to the students at UAlbany's counseling center.
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 348-8689

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Child
  • Addiction

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • ADHD + Autism Spectrum Evaluations
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • College Students
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sports Performance
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I have specializations in multiple areas and enjoy individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and psychological evaluations. Clients can expect to gain insight and experience improvements in coping, functioning, and overall quality of life.
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 348-8689
"
I have specializations in multiple areas and enjoy individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and psychological evaluations. Clients can expect to gain insight and experience improvements in coping, functioning, and overall quality of life.
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 348-8689

13 Endorsements

David M Kasson
David M Kasson
PsychologistPhD
I have worked with Dr. Friedenberg personally, and I can attest that he is a highly capable and friendly psychologist and educator. I would recommend him without reservation to any person looking for outpatient mental health care!
Michelle Williams
Michelle Williams
Licensed Master Social WorkerLMSW
Dr. Freidenberg provides supervision that have afforded me the opportunity of achieving my aspirations as a therapist.
CanDoIt Life Coaching, LLC
CanDoIt Life Coaching, LLC
LMSWMA
Brian is a talented therapist that has helped so many people. I have learned a lot working with him and encourage all interested in exceptional treatment to contact him today.
Kristen Pink
Kristen Pink
LCSW
Brian in an excellent therapist and supervisor. His expertise and support has a positive impact on both his colleagues and clients.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family / Marital
  • Feminist
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
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I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which has been shown to be the most effective psychotherapy there is for most problem areas. I was trained by some of the therapists who developed CBT for specific problems (i.e., anxiety disorders such as Panic Disorder, PTSD, and Social Anxiety). I also teach a college course on CBT to graduate students who are training to be therapists themselves.
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 348-8689
"
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which has been shown to be the most effective psychotherapy there is for most problem areas. I was trained by some of the therapists who developed CBT for specific problems (i.e., anxiety disorders such as Panic Disorder, PTSD, and Social Anxiety). I also teach a college course on CBT to graduate students who are training to be therapists themselves.
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 348-8689

Groups

Location

Primary Location

5 Pine West Plaza

Suite 511

Albany, NY 12205

(518) 348-8689

Additional Location

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

(518) 348-8689
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Offering: (1) THERAPY (Individual, Couples, Family), (2) Psychological EVALS, (3) Support GROUP Therapy (Recovery; Young Adults; Therapists)
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 348-8689
"
Offering: (1) THERAPY (Individual, Couples, Family), (2) Psychological EVALS, (3) Support GROUP Therapy (Recovery; Young Adults; Therapists)
Photo of Dr. Brian Freidenberg, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 348-8689