Business Details
Clinical Psychologist in New York City
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York City with extensive experience in private practice and specialized mental health treatment. My practice focuses on integrative psychotherapy, combining contemporary psychodynamic approaches, Transference Focused Psychotherapy (TFP), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and attachment-based models to address complex mental health challenges. I previously served as Supervising Psychologist at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center for Intensive Treatment of Personality Disorders and contributed to advanced psychotherapy training at the Personality Studies Institute.My work emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as a core healing element, with cultural competence in serving diverse populations including Orthodox Jewish communities. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy alongside diagnostic evaluations and professional supervision for therapists in training.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Family Psychotherapy
Personality Disorders Treatment
Trauma Counseling
Anxiety Management
Depression Treatment
Addiction Recovery
GLBTQ Support
Cultural Competency Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer integrative psychotherapy combining multiple evidence-based approaches
- Our therapist has specialized training in treating personality disorders
- We provide culturally competent care for diverse NYC communities
- We emphasize healing therapeutic relationships as core to treatment
- We offer professional supervision for advanced psychotherapy trainees
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Personalized mental health treatment combining multiple therapeutic approaches. Addresses depression, anxiety, trauma, and personality disorders through evidence-based techniques. Focuses on developing emotional awareness and healthier relationship patterns.
Personality Disorders Treatment
Specialized care for personality disorders using Transference Focused Psychotherapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. Addresses identity issues, relationship patterns, and emotional regulation challenges through structured treatment plans.
Trauma Counseling
Evidence-based treatment for trauma and PTSD. Combines psychodynamic approaches with cognitive-behavioral techniques to process traumatic experiences and develop coping strategies for emotional regulation.
Couples Therapy
Helps couples improve communication and resolve relationship conflicts. Focuses on understanding interaction patterns and developing healthier emotional connections through collaborative therapy.
Addiction Recovery
Integrates motivational interviewing and harm reduction approaches for addiction treatment. Addresses underlying emotional issues while developing recovery strategies and relapse prevention plans.
People
Jacob Small, Ph. D
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with expertise in treating complex mental health issues. Specializes in integrative psychotherapy approaches and personality disorder treatment. Experienced in both private practice and clinical training environments.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine contemporary psychodynamic, TFP, DBT, attachment-based, and humanistic models tailored to each client's needs.
Do you treat specific mental health conditions?
I specialize in treating personality disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship issues.
How long does therapy typically last?
Treatment duration varies based on individual goals, ranging from short-term symptom reduction to long-term pattern change.
Do you offer medication management?
I don't prescribe medications but collaborate with psychiatrists for combined treatment when appropriate.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent safety concerns.
How do you handle cultural considerations?
I provide culturally competent care with experience working with diverse populations including Orthodox Jewish communities.
