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Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD
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Shira Kafker

Psychologist, PsyD (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10128
Let's Connect (914) 354-3958
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I specialize in helping families strengthen relationships and helping parents learn how to manage their children's difficult behaviors. So many caregivers feel at a loss about how to support their child in learning to regulate their emotions or listen; children may not have the skills to calm themselves down without yelling or crying, or they may struggle to maintain attention or practice safe behaviors. My goal is to help you feel empowered by learning the skills to change your child's behavior and help them learn more effective strategies to grow.
Through Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), you will gain all of those skills and learn how to shift your child's behavior through positive attention and consistent, predictable discipline strategies. I provide live coaching and feedback so that you have support in the moment and learn to navigate stressful situations with your child.
The therapeutic relationship is key to success, and I create a warm, nurturing space in which you will feel heard, understood, and be better able to work toward change. I tailor my coaching and any additional, evidence-based strategies to each family and individual child/caregiver. Let's discuss how I can support you in your growth.
Call or Shira Kafker now for a free 15 minute consultation - (914) 354-3958

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

New York, NY 10128

(914) 354-3958
I specialize in Parenting, Family Conflict and Stress 
$350 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (914) 354-3958
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

New York, NY 10128

(914) 354-3958
I specialize in Parenting, Family Conflict and Stress 
$350 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $350
  • Couple Sessions $350
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I am not currently in-network with insurance providers; I provide superbills to clients so that they can submit to their insurance companies for out-of-network reimbursement.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (914) 354-3958
Photo of Shira Kafker, PsyD, Psychologist
Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD
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I am not currently in-network with insurance providers; I provide superbills to clients so that they can submit to their insurance companies for out-of-network reimbursement.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (914) 354-3958
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Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 023231 Shira Kafker
  • Membership with American Psychological Association 45255890 / 2023
  • Attended Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology
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I'm a certified PCIT and PC-CARE therapist, am certified to train other professionals in PC-CARE, and am a certified Within Agency Trainer for PCIT.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (914) 354-3958
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Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD
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I'm a certified PCIT and PC-CARE therapist, am certified to train other professionals in PC-CARE, and am a certified Within Agency Trainer for PCIT.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (914) 354-3958
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Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Parenting
  • Family Conflict
  • Stress

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Visit my website at Sheerpsychology.com to learn more about my areas of expertise.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (914) 354-3958
Photo of Shira Kafker, PsyD, Psychologist
Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD
"
Visit my website at Sheerpsychology.com to learn more about my areas of expertise.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (914) 354-3958
Photo of Shira Kafker, PsyD, Psychologist
Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD

2 Endorsements

Madalina Yellico
Madalina Yellico
PsychologistPhD
I highly recommend Dr. Kafker. She is highly knowledgeable, well-trained, and uses evidence-based interventions. Additionally she is ethical, caring, and approaches all matters with professionalism and fun! She's truly a resource for children and families!
Bridget Lennon
Bridget Lennon
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerMSWMSNPMHNP
Shira's blend of compassion & patience stands out as she fosters a supportive environment for both children/families in her PCIT work. Either for family or individual work, I recommend working with Shira related to her deep understanding of human dynamics.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family / Marital
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Parent-Child CARE (PC-CARE)
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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For individuals, I use a combination of insight-oriented and cognitive-behavioral therapies to help you address your concerns; for families, I specialize in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to teach parents to be the therapist at home for their young children.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (914) 354-3958
Photo of Shira Kafker, PsyD, Psychologist
Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD
"
For individuals, I use a combination of insight-oriented and cognitive-behavioral therapies to help you address your concerns; for families, I specialize in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to teach parents to be the therapist at home for their young children.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (914) 354-3958
Photo of Shira Kafker, PsyD, Psychologist
Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD

Location

Primary Location

New York, NY 10128

(914) 354-3958
Call for a free consultation now - (914) 354-3958
Photo of Shira Kafker, PsyD, Psychologist
Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (914) 354-3958
Photo of Shira Kafker, PsyD, Psychologist
Shira Kafker
Psychologist, PsyD