Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Psychiatrists in New York, NY

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Duy Tran
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
He incorporates elements of various psychotherapy modalities, including supportive, cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), and insight-oriented therapy.
Dr. Tran has extensive experience treating psychiatric disorders in diverse populations, including college students, LGBT, perinatal, veterans, and those with socioeconomic disadvantages. He also worked with experts in treatment-resistant depression and provided consultations for patients considering procedural interventions such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and ketamine infusion.
He incorporates elements of various psychotherapy modalities, including supportive, cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), and insight-oriented therapy.
Dr. Tran has extensive experience treating psychiatric disorders in diverse populations, including college students, LGBT, perinatal, veterans, and those with socioeconomic disadvantages. He also worked with experts in treatment-resistant depression and provided consultations for patients considering procedural interventions such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and ketamine infusion.
(929) 430-2230 View (929) 430-2230
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Kenneth Paul Rosenberg
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075  (Online Only)
Our treatment consists of evidence-based approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral approaches to identify triggers, dialectical behavioral techniques to manage cravings, relapse prevention strategies, insight-oriented therapy to identify deeper causes, family assessment to resolve conflicts, and treatment of co-morbid mental illness.
My practice provides outpatient care for addictions, sexual disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, attention deficit disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, cognitive impairments, and psychotic disorders. While we promote psychotherapeutic and holistic treatments, we also offer medications when suitable. We may prescribe non-addictive medicines to control cravings, prevent relapse, treat sleep disorders, manage anxiety and improve mood. Our treatment consists of evidence-based approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral approaches to identify triggers, dialectical behavioral techniques to manage
Our treatment consists of evidence-based approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral approaches to identify triggers, dialectical behavioral techniques to manage cravings, relapse prevention strategies, insight-oriented therapy to identify deeper causes, family assessment to resolve conflicts, and treatment of co-morbid mental illness.
My practice provides outpatient care for addictions, sexual disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, attention deficit disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, cognitive impairments, and psychotic disorders. While we promote psychotherapeutic and holistic treatments, we also offer medications when suitable. We may prescribe non-addictive medicines to control cravings, prevent relapse, treat sleep disorders, manage anxiety and improve mood. Our treatment consists of evidence-based approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral approaches to identify triggers, dialectical behavioral techniques to manage
(914) 350-4091 View (914) 350-4091
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Emily Warr
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I use a range of therapeutic modalities including EMDR, CBT, and DBT.
My goal is to create an environment that is comfortable, empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental. My approach is informed by my work as a public interest attorney and witnessing the ways in which many aspects of life (housing, work, economic security, racial identity, gender identity, and sexuality) impact mental health. I take a strength-based approach that is client-centered and work with clients to determine what tools work best for them at the time. Healing is not always linear. I hope to create a space that feels supportive no matter where a person is in their journey.
I use a range of therapeutic modalities including EMDR, CBT, and DBT.
My goal is to create an environment that is comfortable, empathetic, safe, and non-judgmental. My approach is informed by my work as a public interest attorney and witnessing the ways in which many aspects of life (housing, work, economic security, racial identity, gender identity, and sexuality) impact mental health. I take a strength-based approach that is client-centered and work with clients to determine what tools work best for them at the time. Healing is not always linear. I hope to create a space that feels supportive no matter where a person is in their journey.
(646) 403-3254 View (646) 403-3254
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Dr. Kyu Oh
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
I have expertise in various modalities of psychotherapy (supportive/talk therapy, psychodynamic, CBT, DBT) and can help you find the right type of treatment.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist practicing in NY, NJ, and via telehealth. I completed psychiatry residency training at Columbia University and I am now an Instructor in Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia. I work with clients struggling with a wide range of mental health problems, including stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, work and school issues. I specialize in both medication management and psychotherapy for the treatment of the following psychiatric conditions: anxiety, panic, depression, OCD, and adult ADHD.
I have expertise in various modalities of psychotherapy (supportive/talk therapy, psychodynamic, CBT, DBT) and can help you find the right type of treatment.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist practicing in NY, NJ, and via telehealth. I completed psychiatry residency training at Columbia University and I am now an Instructor in Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia. I work with clients struggling with a wide range of mental health problems, including stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, work and school issues. I specialize in both medication management and psychotherapy for the treatment of the following psychiatric conditions: anxiety, panic, depression, OCD, and adult ADHD.
(646) 912-8774 View (646) 912-8774
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Caitlin Aguiar
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Dr. Caitlin Aguiar is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. Her mental health care incorporates a holistic approach, while treating clients to facilitate healing and wellness. She incorporates non-pharmaceutical interventions to supplement medication-management including, but not limited to, mindfulness, breathwork, CBT, DBT and supportive therapy in 30min sessions.
Dr. Caitlin Aguiar is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. Her mental health care incorporates a holistic approach, while treating clients to facilitate healing and wellness. She incorporates non-pharmaceutical interventions to supplement medication-management including, but not limited to, mindfulness, breathwork, CBT, DBT and supportive therapy in 30min sessions.
(646) 916-5728 View (646) 916-5728
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Evelyn A Stephens MD PC
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
Hi there, I have been trained to treat many psychiatric illnesses and issues, with both medication and therapy. The different types of therapy I use include DBT, CBT, supportive and psychodynamic therapy. My patient population ranges from children as young as 6 years old to adults. The majority of children I work with are struggling with anxiety or ADHD, often both. The adolescents and adults that I treat have a variety of issues, including anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders and mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder.
Hi there, I have been trained to treat many psychiatric illnesses and issues, with both medication and therapy. The different types of therapy I use include DBT, CBT, supportive and psychodynamic therapy. My patient population ranges from children as young as 6 years old to adults. The majority of children I work with are struggling with anxiety or ADHD, often both. The adolescents and adults that I treat have a variety of issues, including anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders and mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder.
(347) 508-8094 View (347) 508-8094
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Jennifer Jennings D'Orazio
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
Cognitive & dialectical behavioral strategies to address mood regulation.
A board-certified doctoral prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner with 13 years of experience in diagnosing & treating mental illness. I specialize in women’s mental health throughout the life cycle, including in pregnancy & the postpartum. For the past 10 years, until recently, I worked in a fast-paced urban university setting with undergrad & graduate students. Issues ranged from anxiety, depression; SOGI-related; trauma/PTSD; executive (dys)function/ADHD. I offer traditional (RX, therapy) & complementary treatments (diet/supplements, exercise, sleep, lifestyle, etc.). Combined med & psychotherapy or either alone is available.
Cognitive & dialectical behavioral strategies to address mood regulation.
A board-certified doctoral prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner with 13 years of experience in diagnosing & treating mental illness. I specialize in women’s mental health throughout the life cycle, including in pregnancy & the postpartum. For the past 10 years, until recently, I worked in a fast-paced urban university setting with undergrad & graduate students. Issues ranged from anxiety, depression; SOGI-related; trauma/PTSD; executive (dys)function/ADHD. I offer traditional (RX, therapy) & complementary treatments (diet/supplements, exercise, sleep, lifestyle, etc.). Combined med & psychotherapy or either alone is available.
(516) 289-9392 View (516) 289-9392
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Jessica Stack
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I use a wide range of therapy styles including Psychodynamic, DBT, CBT and play therapy for children.
I am trained to treat people at all life stages. I do especially enjoy helping children and adolescents feel better and reach their full potential. When working with children, it is crucial to do an in-depth evaluation to look at the "whole picture," as all children exist within their own web of relationships (family, friends, schools, extracurricular activities). I develop personalized treatment plans that use evidence-based therapy, medications or a combination to help children and their families achieve better mental health and family functioning.
I use a wide range of therapy styles including Psychodynamic, DBT, CBT and play therapy for children.
I am trained to treat people at all life stages. I do especially enjoy helping children and adolescents feel better and reach their full potential. When working with children, it is crucial to do an in-depth evaluation to look at the "whole picture," as all children exist within their own web of relationships (family, friends, schools, extracurricular activities). I develop personalized treatment plans that use evidence-based therapy, medications or a combination to help children and their families achieve better mental health and family functioning.
(646) 863-5418 View (646) 863-5418
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Jennifer O'Keeffe
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10128
I am also experienced in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, motivational enhancement, family therapy, parent management training and reproductive psychiatry.
Double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in working with children, adolescents and adults. My overarching professional goal is to empower my patients and their families with thoughtful, creative, personalized treatment and help them enjoy a sustainable future. By offering both psychotherapy and medication-management services, I am able to tackle emotional challenges with a multidisciplinary outlook. I pair my education with a combination of therapeutic streams, including mindfulness, positive psychology and adaptive responses to stress.
I am also experienced in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, motivational enhancement, family therapy, parent management training and reproductive psychiatry.
Double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in working with children, adolescents and adults. My overarching professional goal is to empower my patients and their families with thoughtful, creative, personalized treatment and help them enjoy a sustainable future. By offering both psychotherapy and medication-management services, I am able to tackle emotional challenges with a multidisciplinary outlook. I pair my education with a combination of therapeutic streams, including mindfulness, positive psychology and adaptive responses to stress.
(646) 916-3749 View (646) 916-3749
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Erin-Marie Kernan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP-BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
I have completed training in Somatic Attachment Therapy, Meditation, DBT, Non-pharmaceutical ADHD interventions and Compassionate inquiry.
I am dedicated to helping clients manage anxiety, depression, mood, C-PTSD, ADHD, and neurocognitive disorders.
I have completed training in Somatic Attachment Therapy, Meditation, DBT, Non-pharmaceutical ADHD interventions and Compassionate inquiry.
I am dedicated to helping clients manage anxiety, depression, mood, C-PTSD, ADHD, and neurocognitive disorders.
(845) 284-9649 View (845) 284-9649
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Xenia Protopopescu
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I am a Yale-educated, Cornell- and Columbia-trained psychiatrist (MD) with a PhD in neuroscience, providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood, and personality disorders. I am well versed in CBT, IPT, DBT, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I believe that effective treatment requires getting to know patients as individuals.
I am a Yale-educated, Cornell- and Columbia-trained psychiatrist (MD) with a PhD in neuroscience, providing customized treatment based on individual needs. I am committed to improving the wellness of my patients through a flexible and responsive approach. I specialize in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology for anxiety, OCD, ADHD, mood, and personality disorders. I am well versed in CBT, IPT, DBT, and psychodynamic psychotherapy (insight-oriented psychotherapy). I'm board certified (ABPN) in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I believe that effective treatment requires getting to know patients as individuals.
(646) 600-9012 View (646) 600-9012
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Lourdes Chahin
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
In addition to psychopharmacology, she uses cognitive behavioral, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral, supportive and mindfulness-based therapy.
Dr. Lourdes J Chahin is a bilingual (Spanish) Child, Adolescent and Adult psychiatrist. She has practiced in various settings over her career: outpatient private practice, community mental health, Nurse Practitioners and medical student supervision, partial hospitalization and dual diagnosis rehabilitation programs. She is licensed in the states of NY, Fl and GA. She has over 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, phobias, bipolar mood disorder and many other psychiatric conditions.
In addition to psychopharmacology, she uses cognitive behavioral, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral, supportive and mindfulness-based therapy.
Dr. Lourdes J Chahin is a bilingual (Spanish) Child, Adolescent and Adult psychiatrist. She has practiced in various settings over her career: outpatient private practice, community mental health, Nurse Practitioners and medical student supervision, partial hospitalization and dual diagnosis rehabilitation programs. She is licensed in the states of NY, Fl and GA. She has over 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, phobias, bipolar mood disorder and many other psychiatric conditions.
(929) 205-0718 View (929) 205-0718
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Ashley Sansom
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
She has extensive experience using both medication management and elements of dialectical behavior therapy in treatment of eating disorders and also has a special interest in peripartum mood disorders.
Ashely Sansom, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She obtained a Master and Doctor of Nursing Science from Columbia University and specializes in diagnosis, medication management, and therapy. Dr. Sansom has practiced in a variety of settings, allowing her to work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of disorders including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
She has extensive experience using both medication management and elements of dialectical behavior therapy in treatment of eating disorders and also has a special interest in peripartum mood disorders.
Ashely Sansom, DNP, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She obtained a Master and Doctor of Nursing Science from Columbia University and specializes in diagnosis, medication management, and therapy. Dr. Sansom has practiced in a variety of settings, allowing her to work with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of disorders including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
(347) 537-5486 View (347) 537-5486
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Evelyn A Stephens MD PC
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
Hi there, I have been trained to treat many psychiatric illnesses and issues, with both medication and therapy. The different types of therapy I use include DBT, CBT, supportive and psychodynamic therapy. My patient population ranges from children as young as 6 years old to adults. The majority of children I work with are struggling with anxiety or ADHD, often both. The adolescents and adults that I treat have a variety of issues, including anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders and mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder.
Hi there, I have been trained to treat many psychiatric illnesses and issues, with both medication and therapy. The different types of therapy I use include DBT, CBT, supportive and psychodynamic therapy. My patient population ranges from children as young as 6 years old to adults. The majority of children I work with are struggling with anxiety or ADHD, often both. The adolescents and adults that I treat have a variety of issues, including anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders and mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder.
(347) 321-9712 View (347) 321-9712
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Angeliki Pesiridou
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
My approach is behavioral by training and I am certified in DBT and proficient in CBT and short-term dynamic psychotherapy with special attention to affirmation of sexual orientation and gender identity.
I was born and raised in Athens, Greece and attended medical school in Padua, Italy. I completed my psychiatric residency at Mount Sinai West (formerly known as St. Luke's Roosevelt) hospital in New York. I completed my sex therapy training at the University of Michigan. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA+ population. I am able to conduct evaluations and write letters for gender marker changes, hormone therapy, and gender affirming surgery procedures. Furthermore I am working with non-monogamy/polyamory, BDSM/Kink, relationship issues, sex therapy, sex work and trauma issues.
My approach is behavioral by training and I am certified in DBT and proficient in CBT and short-term dynamic psychotherapy with special attention to affirmation of sexual orientation and gender identity.
I was born and raised in Athens, Greece and attended medical school in Padua, Italy. I completed my psychiatric residency at Mount Sinai West (formerly known as St. Luke's Roosevelt) hospital in New York. I completed my sex therapy training at the University of Michigan. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA+ population. I am able to conduct evaluations and write letters for gender marker changes, hormone therapy, and gender affirming surgery procedures. Furthermore I am working with non-monogamy/polyamory, BDSM/Kink, relationship issues, sex therapy, sex work and trauma issues.
(929) 254-4039 View (929) 254-4039
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Transformation Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10128
Brus is one of the few psychiatrists in New York formally trained in both Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
Michael Brus, M.D., founded Transformation Psychiatry to deliver a holistic, customized treatment program for each patient. With a passion for combining the science of psychopharmacology and the art of psychotherapy, Dr. Brus takes the time to understand your unique needs and tailors a treatment plan to help you make progress. Whether you receive psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of the two, Dr. Brus is dedicated to relieving your symptoms quickly and ensuring your long-term recovery. He specializes in borderline personality disorder, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, depression, and addiction. For more, visit his website: www.transformationpsychiatry.com
Brus is one of the few psychiatrists in New York formally trained in both Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
Michael Brus, M.D., founded Transformation Psychiatry to deliver a holistic, customized treatment program for each patient. With a passion for combining the science of psychopharmacology and the art of psychotherapy, Dr. Brus takes the time to understand your unique needs and tailors a treatment plan to help you make progress. Whether you receive psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of the two, Dr. Brus is dedicated to relieving your symptoms quickly and ensuring your long-term recovery. He specializes in borderline personality disorder, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, depression, and addiction. For more, visit his website: www.transformationpsychiatry.com
(929) 227-6839 View (929) 227-6839
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Mandana Ashrafi
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I am a practicing adult psychiatrist in New York City. I graduated medical school in Iran with honors. I completed my psychiatry residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. I have received additional training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma and Dissociation-focused psychotherapy, Couple and Family Therapy, and completed an Intensive Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Fellowship at The William Alanson White Institute. My primary focus revolves around mood and anxiety disorders, as well as trauma.
I am a practicing adult psychiatrist in New York City. I graduated medical school in Iran with honors. I completed my psychiatry residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. I have received additional training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma and Dissociation-focused psychotherapy, Couple and Family Therapy, and completed an Intensive Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Fellowship at The William Alanson White Institute. My primary focus revolves around mood and anxiety disorders, as well as trauma.
(929) 565-5975 View (929) 565-5975
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Olivia Ding
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10036
She uses some supportive therapy, CBT, DBT, and ACT when appropriate as well.
Dr. Olivia Ding (she, her, hers) is a board-certified U.S. trained MD Psychiatrist. She grew up in New Jersey and spent her formative years in New Orleans, Louisiana where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in molecular biology, Master of Public Health, and Doctor of Medicine from Tulane University. She worked with Americorps in service of public schools before she moved to New York City to complete her psychiatry residency with Montefiore/Einstein. Dr. Ding believes in treating the individual holistically.
She uses some supportive therapy, CBT, DBT, and ACT when appropriate as well.
Dr. Olivia Ding (she, her, hers) is a board-certified U.S. trained MD Psychiatrist. She grew up in New Jersey and spent her formative years in New Orleans, Louisiana where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in molecular biology, Master of Public Health, and Doctor of Medicine from Tulane University. She worked with Americorps in service of public schools before she moved to New York City to complete her psychiatry residency with Montefiore/Einstein. Dr. Ding believes in treating the individual holistically.
(646) 759-9859 View (646) 759-9859
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Dr. Hansel Arroyo
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Therapy modalities include psychodynamic, interpersonal, relational, cognitive and dialectical therapy.
I am a board-certified, New York-based psychiatrist with a private practice in the Greenwich Village. I treat a wide variety of mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, substance use and trauma-related disorders, as well as issues of self-worth, identity, gender, sexuality, relationships, and life transitions.
Therapy modalities include psychodynamic, interpersonal, relational, cognitive and dialectical therapy.
I am a board-certified, New York-based psychiatrist with a private practice in the Greenwich Village. I treat a wide variety of mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, substance use and trauma-related disorders, as well as issues of self-worth, identity, gender, sexuality, relationships, and life transitions.
(347) 712-3332 View (347) 712-3332
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Julia Samton
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
I am a board-certified psychiatrist practicing virtually and in person in Midtown Manhattan. Licensed in NY, NJ, CT, and FL, I treat adults experiencing issues with mood, attention, stress, and/or problem-solving. I utilize a variety of strategies to help my patients feel better and meet their personal goals including DBT, CBT, ACT, Existential, and Supportive therapy. I am also board certified in Neurology, which gives me a unique perspective on the medications used to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, and panic. I am also a certified meditation instructor.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist practicing virtually and in person in Midtown Manhattan. Licensed in NY, NJ, CT, and FL, I treat adults experiencing issues with mood, attention, stress, and/or problem-solving. I utilize a variety of strategies to help my patients feel better and meet their personal goals including DBT, CBT, ACT, Existential, and Supportive therapy. I am also board certified in Neurology, which gives me a unique perspective on the medications used to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, and panic. I am also a certified meditation instructor.
(646) 679-7704 View (646) 679-7704
Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Psychiatrists

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?

The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?

Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?

Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.