Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in NYC
I am a clinical psychologist dedicated to helping professionals overcome anxiety, build confidence, and develop meaningful relationships. With a doctorate from Rutgers University and over a decade of experience in multicultural psychology, I combine evidence-based practices with a decolonial, intersectional approach to address social anxiety, depression, and systemic inequities. My work extends beyond clinical practice to academia as an assistant professor at Queens College and director of the Frantz Fanon Lab for Decolonial Psychology, where I research ethnic minority identity and social determinants of health.As an award-winning author, Ive written extensively on liberation psychology and psychoanalytic theory, including my book 'Decolonizing Psychoanalytic Technique,' which won the 2024 Gradiva Award. My philosophy emphasizes collaboration, cultural competence, and empowering clients to reclaim agency in their personal and professional lives. I prioritize accessibility through virtual sessions and transparent communication, ensuring clients feel heard and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.
Services
Psychotherapy
Social Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Speaking Engagements
Decolonial Psychology Research
Highlights and features
- We integrate multicultural psychology with evidence-based anxiety treatment.
- Our approach combines clinical practice with decolonial research expertise.
- We offer virtual sessions for Manhattan-area clients' convenience.
- Our work has earned recognition from leading psychology institutions.
- We prioritize client-centered pacing and transparent communication.
Associations and certifications
- American Psychological Association
- National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis
What people say
Culturally insightful
Research-backed methods
Compassionate approach
Effective anxiety treatment
Empowering sessions
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy sessions address anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges using evidence-based techniques. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral strategies with decolonial frameworks to examine how systemic factors impact mental health. Sessions focus on building coping skills, improving self-esteem, and fostering authentic connections.
Social Anxiety Treatment
Specialized treatment for social anxiety disorder using exposure techniques and cognitive restructuring. I help clients challenge negative thought patterns, reduce avoidance behaviors, and develop effective communication strategies. Treatment incorporates cultural context to address anxiety rooted in systemic marginalization.
Depression Therapy
Comprehensive depression treatment combining behavioral activation with psychodynamic exploration. Sessions focus on identifying contributing factors, developing coping mechanisms, and addressing systemic stressors that exacerbate depressive symptoms through a culturally informed lens.
Speaking Engagements
Presentations on psychotherapy, race, and social justice for organizations and academic institutions. Topics include culturally competent care, structural determinants of mental health, and decolonizing psychological practices. Workshops provide actionable strategies for improving diversity and inclusion in mental health services.
Decolonial Psychology Research
Research initiatives examining ethnic minority identity, systemic oppression's mental health impacts, and liberation psychology. The Frantz Fanon Lab conducts studies informing clinical practices that address racial trauma and promote equity in mental health care delivery systems.
People
Daniel Gaztambide, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist & Director
Dr. Gaztambide is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in multicultural and decolonial psychology. He serves as assistant professor at Queens College and directs the Frantz Fanon Lab for Decolonial Psychology. His research focuses on Puerto Rican and Latinx mental health, ethnic identity, and systemic inequities. An award-winning author, he has received multiple recognitions for his work in social justice and psychoanalytic theory.
Questions
What mental health issues do you specialize in treating?
I specialize in treating social anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges using evidence-based psychotherapy techniques.
How does your decolonial psychology approach differ from traditional therapy?
My approach explicitly addresses systemic oppression's impact on mental health, integrating cultural context and social justice into treatment.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, I currently offer virtual therapy sessions for clients in the Manhattan area.
What qualifications do you have?
I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Rutgers University and am a licensed psychologist with expertise in multicultural and decolonial frameworks.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with session frequency determined collaboratively based on client needs.
