Dr. Judy Silberkleit

Couples Therapy

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping people to overcome anxiety, depression, low self esteem, and relationship difficulties. My goal is to make my clients comfortable sharing feelings and issues in an understanding, non-judgmental, caring therapeutic relationship. I actively listen as well as provide constructive and supportive feedback as we collaborate in problem solving.

My approach is Cognitive Behavioral. We will work on changing your negative thoughts, emotions, attitudes, and behaviors, as well as on setting goals and increasing motivation. My overall approach emphasizes good rapport between therapist and client.

My specializations include:

• Anxiety Disorders: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Phobia, and Public Speaking Anxiety.
• Depression: Dysthymia and Major Depression.
• Relationship Issues: Whether Single, Married, or Divorced.
• Helping couples reconcile to avoid divorce.
• Helping people start over and rebuild their lives after a divorce or relationship breakup.
• Helping Singles Successfully Navigate Dating and The Challenges of Online Dating.
• Helping Parents Co-Parent Successfully.
• Building Self Esteem and Assertiveness Skills.
• Exercise Motivation and Weight Loss.
• Life Coaching.
• Stress Management.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Yale University School of Medicine, Yale Psychiatric Hospital, Postdoctoral Fellowship.
West Haven VA Medical Center, Internship.
University of Hartford, Clinical Psychology, Doctorate.
New York University, Psychology, Master’s Degree.
New York University, Psychology, Bachelor’s Degree.

Stressed?

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Many life stressors can cause anxiety and feelings of overwhelm. This scale can help identify your stressors which we can talk about in session.

Forms

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PHQ-9 & GAD-7


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Testimonials

“I have been seeing Dr. S. for a few years now. It’s been easy to open upabout my issues. She’s helped me work through some very difficult personal matters and I don’t think I would be the strong and happier person I am today without her help!”

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