Dr. Bruce Berman, PhD
Psychologist | Clinical
144 West 86th ST Suite !A NEW YORK NY, 10024-4028About
Dr. Bruce Berman is a clinical psychologist practicing in Manhattan. He specializes in the treatment of general mental health problems such as symptoms of anxiety and depression, low self-confidence. healing from past trauma, and relationship difficulties as well as couples, family, and sexual issues. In addition he provides an array of services to support invidivuals grappling with separation and divorce.
Education and Training
Adelphi University PhD 1983
Adelphi University M.A., Clinical Psychology 1976
University of Wisconsin BA Psychology 1970
Board Certification
Certification as a Sex Therapist by the American Association of Sexuality Educators
Child Inclusive Mediation Training 2014-2015
Discernment Counseling Training 2014
Certification in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy 2013
Parenting Coordination Training; Association of Family and Conciliation Courts 2013
Sex Therapy Training Program; New York University School of Medicine 2011-2012
Collaborative Divorce Training; New York Association for Collaborative Professionals 2010
Mediation Intensive Training Program; The Center for Mediation in Law 2010
Couples and Family Therapy Specialization; Postdoctoral Program in Psychoanalysis; New York University 2006-2007
Postdoctoral Diploma in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis; Adelphi University 1993
New York State Psychologist License 1984
Permanent New York State School Psychologist Certification 1979
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Faculty and Supervisor Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy 1998 - Present
- Associate Professor Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University 2013 - Present
- Private Practice Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University 1985 - Present
- Supervisor and Faculty Training Institute of Mental Health 2011 - Present
- Psychoanalytic Supervisor11 Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center 1997 - Present
- Psychoanalytic Supervisor Postdoctoral Program in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis, Derner Institute, Adelphi University 2000 - Present
- Psychoanalytic Supervisor Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy 2002 - Present
- Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology, 1992 - 2011
- Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology and Education Columbia University 1991 - 2004
- Affiliate Clinical Professor of Psychology Pace University, New York, NY 1992 - 2004
- Adjunct Clinical Supervisor Yeshiva University, Bronx, NY 1992 - 2004
- Psychotherapy Supervisor Metropolitan Center For Mental Health, New York, NY 1994 - 2003
- Clinical Supervisor Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center, New York, NY 1992 - 1999
- Consulting Psychologist HIP Manhattan Mental Health Service, New York, NY 1983 - 1993
- Staff Psychologist Brooklyn Center For Families In Crisis, Brooklyn, NY 1990 - 1993
- Assistant Attending Psychologist Center for Child Development, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Queens Hospital Center Affiliation, Jamaica, NY 1987 - 1989
- Affiliate Clinical Professor of Psychology St. John’s University, Jamaica, NY 1987 - 1989
- Associate Psychologist South Beach Psychiatric Center, Staten Island/Brooklyn, NY 1979 - 1987
Treatments
- Family Therapy, Play Therapy, Psychoanalysis And More
Professional Memberships
- New York State Psychological Association
- American Psychological Association
- American Psychological Association, Division of Psychoanalysis
- American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists
- International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Society for Sex Therapy and Research
Professional Society Memberships
- APA, NYSPA, AASECT, SSTAR, ICEEFT
Articles and Publications
- committed to providing therapy that lives up to this standard, that leaves you feeling deeply understood and guided in directions that help you have a fuller and richer experience of yourself, your feelings, and your relationships. With regard to relationships, I know that for me experiencing a strong connection to others has been deeply meaningful and healing. In working with you I will aim for you to have a similar experience both within and outside your sessions.
What do you attribute your success to?
- His interest in learning new skills and deepening skills he already possesses.
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