Howard Bernstein, LP — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Howard!

I help people overcome anxiety, depression, anger problems, and relationship challenges. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you manage present stressors by teaching new skills and ways of viewing yourself and your environment. My goal is to support you in making your life better.

My focus

I help people overcome anxiety, panic, depression, relationship problems, and loneliness, or improve self-esteem. I also work with individuals facing aging challenges or serious mental illness. Typical goals include mastering panic and fear, feeling happier, being more assertive, and controlling emotions and anger better.

My approach

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, stress management, relaxation breathing, anger management, and assertiveness techniques to help you overcome barriers and improve relationships. I specialize in anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, and relationship issues.

My communication style

My style is supportive and direct—I've been described as down to earth and experienced. I'm an active listener and believe we all have the capacity to make our lives better and feel happier and less afraid.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always been interested in helping others. I have a bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Columbia University and a Doctorate (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from Yeshiva University. I have varied clinical and forensic experience (I've done expert witness testimony in Family Court, Brooklyn).

My goals for you

Clients have made progress including eliminating social phobias and panic attacks, feeling happier, increasing activities, changing jobs, asserting themselves better in relationships, and controlling anger.

Our first session

During our first session, I'll sensitively ask for background information and what you want from therapy. We'll discuss treatment direction and goals, both short and long-term. In some situations, I might offer suggestions for alleviating immediate stressors.

I identify as...

Male
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Allied
Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
All Savers
Allegiance

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) Clinical Psychology from Yeshiva University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Howard Bernstein