Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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New York, NY 10019

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Living with an eating disorder is about yearning to eat without burden, longing to look in the mirror without disgust, wishing to engage in life without the constant battle in your mind. A life of peace and acceptance feels impossible and the more you try to regain control, the more locked in you become. Peace is within reach. Recovery is possible. It’s just may be too hard to do it on your own. There are proven treatments that have been enhanced over decades, designed specifically to conquer eating disorders.

I've dedicated my career to treating eating disorders and have helped thousands of individuals recover fully. My therapy orientation is grounded in evidence-based treatments for eating disorders - "gold standard" treatments that include CBT-E (specifically for eating disorders), DBT (adaptation for ED) and Family-Based Treatment (for teens).

Living with an eating disorder drains your vitality along with your physical health; my goal is to bring you prompt relief and propel you forward to health and well-being. Full recovery is possible.

Call or Email Melissa Gerson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 362-4971

My Practice at a Glance

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Columbus Park

New York, NY 10019

(646) 362-4971

Columbus Park Behavioral Health

New York, NY 10014

I offer therapy session via Zoom with day and evening hours available.

I specialize in Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Depression

I see individuals, families and groups

Thanks for stopping by!

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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Columbus Park

New York, NY 10019

(646) 362-4971

Columbus Park Behavioral Health

New York, NY 10014

I offer therapy session via Zoom with day and evening hours available.

I specialize in Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Depression

I see individuals, families and groups

Thanks for stopping by!

Finances

Fees

Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

I am considered out-of-network with insurance but will provide a superbill to help with reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I am considered out-of-network with insurance but will provide a superbill to help with reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 077255 Melissa Gerson
Certificate from Academy of Eating Disorders Member in Good Standing
Certificate from IAEDP Member in Good Standing

With over two decades in practice, I've trained in just about every evidence-based treatment available to individuals with eating disorders: a dizzying list of acronyms including CBT-E, CBT-AR, DBT, FBT, IPT, SSCM, FBI and more.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Eating Disorders
Anxiety
Depression

Expertise

Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder
Life Transitions
Parenting
Personality Disorders
Self Esteem

I treat all forms of disordered eating along with conditions that often occur alongside like anxiety, depression, OCD and trauma. Treatment starts with detective work to understand that factors that keep you locked into disordered eating patterns. With this information, we systematically target these factors and promptly integrate behavioral strategies to help you change.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Endorsement

Julie Pappalardo

Counselor, LMHC

Melissa is an exceptional therapist with extensive expertise in treating eating disorders. She has profound knowledge of the complexities involved and creates a nurturing environment where clients feel understood and supported. I highly recommend Melissa.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family ,

Group

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family ,

Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Interpersonal
Maudsley/Family Based Treatment
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based

I use gold standard, evidence-based treatments for eating disorders: primarily Enhanced CBT, DBT-ED and Family-Based Treatment (for adolescents). I believe that delivering these treatments as they're intended will support the best outcomes for my patients.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Groups

DBT for eating disorders

Hosted by

Melissa Gerson

Primary group objective is to decrease behaviors that interfere with quality of life. We work toward decreasing and ultimately, eradicating impulsive, suicidal, and self-injurious behaviors while enhancing one's ability to cope more effectively with difficult feelings. Disordered eating behaviors are primary targets of the work. Restriction, binging, purging, and/or abuse of exercise are closely tracked and skills for changing these behaviors are reinforced so that participants may effectively work toward balanced, healthful eating and self care. The group will cover all four of the DBT modules: core mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Expertise

Anxiety

Borderline Personality (BPD)

Eating Disorders

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$150

Location

Columbus Park Collaborative

210 Central Park South

New York, NY 10019

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Supported Dining

Hosted by

Melissa Gerson

Columbus Park offers a full range of supported dining experiences in both group settings and one-on-one. These therapeutic meal experiences are opportunities to work through any struggles that come up around food and/or meal time. We can work with you to normalize your eating, increase flexibility and reduce overall distress at mealtime. Support is customized to your needs specifically and can include group meals at Columbus Park, restaurant dining, meal selection support, and food shopping support.

Expertise

Eating Disorders

Location

Columbus Park

210 Central Park South 1A

New York, NY 10019

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Location

Primary Location

Columbus Park

New York, NY 10019

(646) 362-4971

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Columbus Park Behavioral Health

New York, NY 10014

(646) 362-4971

Nearby Areas

Cities

New York, NY

Counties

New York

Zips

Neighborhoods

I offer therapy session via Zoom with day and evening hours available.

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I offer therapy session via Zoom with day and evening hours available.

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 362-4971

Melissa Gerson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW