Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

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Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD (she, her)

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Williston Park, NY 11596

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Something shifts in your late 30s and 40s that nobody really warns you about. The life you built looks fine — maybe even good or great — from the outside. But inside you’re quietly asking questions you didn’t expect to be asking yet (or ever). Is this really it? Who am I when I’m not taking care of everyone else or outside of these roles? What do I actually want? These questions are more common than anyone talks about. And yet somehow we’re still expected to just keep holding it all together.

That’s where our work comes in. We’ll explore the roles you were placed into early on, which parts of that story still fit and which you’re ready to put down — and how to live toward your values, honestly and within the reality of your life, cultural and familial expectations, systemic barriers and all.

My clients are self-aware and ready for real change. They know therapy isn’t a magic bullet and they’re not looking for someone to just tell them what to do. They want to understand themselves more deeply and actually do something with that understanding.

Call or Email Janine O'Brien now for a free 15 minute consultation - (516) 689-9091

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Williston Park, NY 11596

(516) 689-9091

Port Washington, NY 11050

My website

I offer online video sessions from the comfort of your home (or private work space)! I see clients most weekdays. Let's connect!

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Life Transitions and Midlife Transitions

$250 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (516) 689-9091

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Williston Park, NY 11596

(516) 689-9091

Port Washington, NY 11050

My website

I offer online video sessions from the comfort of your home (or private work space)! I see clients most weekdays. Let's connect!

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Life Transitions and Midlife Transitions

$250 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $250
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

I'm an out-of-network provider which means I don't accept insurance directly but will help you check your out-of-network benefits and submit to your insurance (like the major ones listed) on your behalf!

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 689-9091

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 689-9091

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 022960 Janine O'Brien

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 15 years

Attended University of Hartford

I have 15 years of clinical experience in diverse settings. I have also held teaching, supervising, and leaderships roles throughout my work as a psychologist. I'm licensed in both NY and FL.

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 689-9091

I have 15 years of clinical experience in diverse settings. I have also held teaching, supervising, and leaderships roles throughout my work as a psychologist. I'm licensed in both NY and FL.

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 689-9091

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Life Transitions
Midlife Transitions

Expertise

Anxiety
Body Image
Codependency
Depression
Divorce
Family Conflict
Grief
Identity
Racial Identity
Self Esteem
Stress
Women's Issues

I specialize in working with women in midlife — late 30s and 40s — navigating unexpected transitions: identity shifts, relationship changes, divorce, and career questioning. Much of this work involves untangling long-standing patterns — people-pleasing, over-functioning, attachment wounds — that midlife has a way of bringing to the surface in a different way.

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 689-9091

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 689-9091

6 Endorsements

Jennifer Bakalar

Psychologist, PhD

Emily Austin

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Janine is a thoughtful and knowledgable therapist! She works so patiently with women to determine and explore their limiting beliefs. Highly recommend!

Kristian Brenes

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

I would recommend Janine to anyone who is struggling with anxiety, overwhelm and unresolved trauma. Janine is empathetic and compassionate in the work she does. Janine will help you feel heard and empowered.

Dr. Amanda Etienne

Psychologist, PsyD

Janine is an incredibly compassionate clinician who uses a relational approach to help millennials deal with the pressures of life. She creates a safe and empowering environment that her clients can thrive in.

Yesim Saldivia

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR II

Janine is an empathetic and warm therapist who excels in helping millennial women overcome their anxiety and trauma. She is thoughtful in her therapeutic approach, bringing in highly effective modalities to help women live their best lives.

Ashley Prechtl

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

I highly recommend Janine! She does amazing work with millennial women dealing with anxiety. She is compassionate and makes such a positive impact on her clients' lives. If you're looking for a therapist who truly understands anxiety, Janine is amazing!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Psychodynamic
Relational
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

Therapy with me is relational, attachment-based, and trauma- and culturally-informed. I also draw from CBT, ACT, and somatic approaches as appropriate, tailoring our work to your specific goals and where you are right now.

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 689-9091

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 689-9091

Location

Primary Location

Williston Park, NY 11596

(516) 689-9091

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Additional Location

Port Washington, NY 11050

(516) 689-9091

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Neighborhoods

I offer online video sessions from the comfort of your home (or private work space)! I see clients most weekdays. Let's connect!

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call for a free consultation now - (516) 689-9091

I offer online video sessions from the comfort of your home (or private work space)! I see clients most weekdays. Let's connect!

Janine O'Brien

Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Call for a free consultation now - (516) 689-9091

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