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Dr. Anna Breytman

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Dr. Anna Breytman

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CBT Focused Therapy and Telehealth in NYC and Princeton

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During this time of uncertainty and difficulty I am more aware than ever of the importance of our emotional well-being. I am committed to providing the highest level of care to my patients. To this end, I am continuing to offer ongoing therapy sessions remotely and with secure video conferencing and telephone. In addition, I am available for new patient consultations. Treatment strategies include cognitive behavioral therapy for individuals, family sessions focused on parenting issues, coping and support.

  • Coping with uncertainty
  • Grief/ loss
  • Change in daily routine
  • Loss of financial stability
  • Increased isolation
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Worsening of a pre-existing anxiety disorder
  • Interruption in college plans
  • Family conflict

In addition to telehealth services, in-person sessions are available at both offices (NYC and Princeton).

Highlights from Dr. Breytman’s Blog

The Value of a Good Night’s Sleep

Sleep is essential for our physical and emotional well being. It allows us to function optimally during the day and is associated with mood, concentration, learning, memory, and decision making. One in four people experience some form of sleep disturbance.

Learn more about CBT strategies you can use to improve your sleep hygiene >

Executive Functioning Skill Building Using CBT

How can you help your child develop and improve their socialization and self-management skills? In this two-part article, Dr. Breytman explains how to help your child improve executive functioning using cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. Additionally, she outlines developmental stages and related tips for parents interested in actively helping their child improve these skills.

Read more about parenting techniques for building executive functioning skills >

Therapy and Counseling Services from Clinical Psychologist Anna Breytman, Ph.D., with Offices in Princeton and Manhattan in NYC

Anna Breytman, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing individual, marital and family therapy for a variety of disorders, including anxiety and mood disorders, with an emphasis on obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, interpersonal issues, and behavioral disorders in institutional and private settings. She has a broad range of experience working with both children and adults focusing primarily on cognitive-behavioral treatment. She provides individualized treatment which is tailored to the specific needs of each patient. Treatment is flexible yet goal-directed and time limited.

Read the Article:
Skin Picking Phenomenology and Severity Comparison – download the PDF


Treatment Specialties

Currently, Dr. Breytman maintains a private practice in two locations – Manhattan, New York; and Princeton, New Jersey. Treatment specialties include Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Disorders, Mood Disorders, Behavioral Disorders and Attentional issues.

Additionally, Dr. Breytman is an adjunct clinical supervisor for Ferkauf Graduate School at Yeshiva University.  She provides case supervision for graduate students in psychology at the doctoral level. She also works with licensed clinical psychologists who are in need of supervision for specific cases.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive therapy focuses on altering one’s thoughts and perceptions, while behavioral treatment involves changing one’s maladaptive behavioral patterns. Learning to think differently also results in making different choices about one’s behavior…learn more

Mindfulness Based Therapy

Much of what we worry about is related to concerns and anxieties we have about the future or regret, guilt and sadness that we experience about the past. The most difficult focus is on the present and yet it is the only part of our lives that we can influence. Mindfulness based treatments teach one to be present oriented. There are many tools that one can learn to incorporate a mindfulness approach to their day to day experience. It has been demonstrated to be highly effective with relapse prevention for depression, chronic pain and stress…learn more

Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)

Individuals who engage in ritualized behaviors or avoid situations that can trigger distress, may be experiencing symptoms of an anxiety disorder. A specific behavioral intervention, Exposure and Response Prevention can teach new skills and behavioral patterns that do not cause impairment and can improve your quality of life…learn more

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

If you find yourself experiencing a great deal of distress within interpersonal relationships, often feel overwhelmed by your emotions and have difficulty coping effectively, then DBT can be an extremely effective treatment modality. You will learn specific skills for distress tolerance, emotion regulation and strategies for interpersonal effectiveness…learn more


Therapy Services

Since everyone’s situation is unique, in addition to individual treatment, Dr. Breytman offers adjunct therapy services. When clinically relevant, family sessions, parent training, school collaboration and home visits can be incorporated into the treatment. If needed, a highly specialized and individually focused intensive treatment program can also be created.

Individual Sessions are the core of treatment. The focus is on exploring one’s experiences and symptoms within a cognitive-behavioral framework. Treatment involves developing cognitive and behavioral skills that one can use throughout their lives. Treatment is scientifically informed, dynamic and highly effective. In addition to a strong emphasis on cognitive behavioral skills development, mindfulness based techniques and schema therapy strategies can also be incorporated.

Family Sessions

For many individuals, particularly children, their difficulties and symptoms evolve in the context of their families. Consequently, family sessions can be an integral and productive approach to certain issues.

Parent Training

Parents often struggle with questions about the best approach for handling their child’s difficulties. Parent training is often an essential part of treatment. It can provide parents with an opportunity to develop highly effective parenting skills and tools for managing their child’s specific symptoms, such as anxiety and depression. At times, parents can also be trained as coaches to assist their children in implementing therapeutic tools between sessions. This can enhance and expedite treatment.

School Consultation

For many children the school environment can be a very overwhelming place with many academic and social demands. Often symptoms are at their worst in this challenging setting. Collaborating with school personnel is a crucial part of working with children. It can facilitate treatment by coordinating care and providing continuity of care and strategies across settings.

Home Visits

Home visits offer some individuals the opportunity to work on specific problem areas in their own environment. For some, getting to a doctor’s office is a very challenging goal. For others, symptoms are more prevalent at home therefore home based treatment is more productive than office visits.

Intensive Treatment Programs

Although traditional treatment is provided once a week, for some individuals an intensive treatment program is best because of symptom interference or the need to make progress quickly. Sessions can be scheduled several times per week for an extended duration. All treatment coordination is guided by the unique needs of the individual.

Supervision & Consultation

Dr. Breytman has extensive training and clinical experience in various CBT methodologies. Consequently, she is an important resource for clinicians who are new to the field, are working on developing clinical expertise or simply need additional guidance with a challenging case.

Call today for an in-person or teletherapy appointment:

Phone: 201.694.2129
Please leave a message or email:
annabreytman@cbtofnyc.com
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Two Office Locations:

New Jersey office location:
194 N. Harrison Street
Princeton, NJ 08540

New York City, Manhattan,
Upper West Side:

27 West 86 Street, Suite 1B
New York, NY 10024

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