Michelle Barahman → Therapist at Best Therapists

California, Ph.D. #33377; New York, Ph.D. #023475

Michelle Barahman

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Female

Jewish

Virtual Only

Specialties

Immigrant experience, Caring professionals, Chronic conditions

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Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology | St. John's University, 2018

About

Michelle Barahman, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with experience across a broad array of settings. She is dually licensed in New York and California, where she has worked in hospitals, EAPs, a tech startup, and private practice. Dr. Barahman is trained in evidence-based and integrative psychotherapy practices, including Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Interpersonal (IPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Therapies. She completed her doctorate in clinical psychology with research and expertise in the fields of clinical and health psychology, as well as neuropsychology. Dr. Barahman is experienced in working with people across the developmental lifespan, from children to adults and the elderly. She specializes in working with people of diverse sociocultural backgrounds suffering from anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorders, and serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI). In addition to providing individual psychotherapy, Dr. Barahman is experienced with providing group therapy in a wide range of settings, including art, cognitive-behavioral, skills-based, and process groups for individuals of all ages. Dr. Barahman is also proficient in psychological assessment, both in clinical and research applications. She has supervised psychology trainees and has been an invited guest lecturer in both undergraduate and graduate institutions. Dr. Barahman has co-authored a number of professional journal articles and book chapters, presented at numerous national conferences, and has contributed to the creation of technology-based psychological interventions.

Message to clients

My goal is to help make this process lighter, more approachable, and more satisfying. I consider the cultural factors that shape your individual and collective experiences, across the spectrum of age, ethnicity, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation and gender identity. As your psychologist, I create a safe space to heal, reflect, and deepen insight. Sometimes the goal is to break out of patterns that have had you feeling stuck for a long time; other times the goal is to decrease painful emotions or fix a problem in the here-and-now. Regardless of what brought you here, my role is to promote understanding and help relieve your pain– whatever its source. We will tailor treatment to your individual needs in a thoughtful, collaborative manner that helps you connect more intimately with yourself and others. We will be deliberate and flexible in our approach, integrating the most appropriate theoretical methods for you with the best evidence-based practices, always keeping in mind your needs and feedback. Whether you’re a military veteran or a frontline healthcare worker, an emerging adult or a senior citizen, I will aid you in managing life transitions, aging and development, anxiety and mood disorders, work and relationship problems, as well as both physical and mental illness.

Race and ethnicity

Jewish

Cultural and experiential knowledge

Multicultural

Languages spoken

English, Russian, Spanish

Spiritual knowledge

Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular), Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, Catholicism, Islam, Jainism, Baháʼí Faith, Indigenous spiritualities

Location

Specialties

Immigrant experience, Caring professionals, Chronic conditions

Additional areas of focus

Aging, Anger management, ADHD, Anxiety, Multicultural experience, Blended families, Burnout, Couples counseling, Dementia, Non-monogamous couples counseling, Dating, Depression, Existential questioning, Mindfulness, Infidelity, Infertility, Gender identity, Grief, Highly sensitive people, First responders, Neurodivergence, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic attacks, Parenting, Pregnancy loss, Personality disorders, Physical disabilities, Polyamory, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Postpartum depression, Premarital counseling, Psychedelic assisted therapy, Self esteem, Racial identity, Social anxiety, Socioeconomic issues, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Veterans, Transgender people

Therapeutic style

Affirming, Challenging, Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Modalities

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Depth psychotherapy, Attachment based, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Gottman method, Mindfulness based, Prolonged exposure therapy, Strengths-based therapy, Trauma-focused, Solutions-focused brief therapy

Cost

$225

/Individual Session

$250

/Couples Session

$250

/Family Session

Sliding scale

Offers sliding scale spots

Insurance accepted

Works with your out of network benefits to get you reimbursed for therapy

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Adeena Gabriel, PhD

Dr. Barahman is one of the most compassionate, insightful, and dedicated psychologists I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Her ability to connect with patients on a deep and meaningful level is remarkable, and her clinical expertise is matched only by her genuine empathy and professionalism.

Yonina Slochowsky, PsyD

Dr. Barahman is a caring and genuine therapist, bringing impressive knowledge and training to her work. She is very thoughtful about her work, tailoring her work to each individual she meets, and bringing her fantastic personality to the table as well.

Tovah Weinrib, PhD

Dr. Barahman is deeply insightful and able to analyze and address complex problems masterfully. These qualities, coupled with her raw empathy and compassion, make her a standout in her field. I would trust her with any patient referral!

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