Philip Bender, PhD

Welcome. I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Certified Group Psychotherapist, and trained EMDR practitioner. My specialties include trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, climate distress, and existential issues. I particularly have experience working with young adults and creative professionals, and providing group therapy. My work integrates several therapy approaches including psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), existential therapy, and EMDR. We can work together to formulate a plan that is best suited to your goals and needs. My core philosophy is acceptance & responsibility. We can’t get anywhere if we don’t acknowledge where we're starting. Having compassion for yourself is essential, and we can work on it from day one. Embracing your autonomy & responsibility for your life, as well as accepting what is outside your control, will free you up to heal and live the way you want. I work in Manhattan on Mondays and in Poughkeepsie the rest of the week. The fees posted here are for Manhattan only, but you can find more details on my website including the lower rates at my Poughkeepsie office. My goal is always for you to understand the process and be in control of your own treatment. Feel free to request a free phone consultation!