IRIS HELLNER, PH.D.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Adults, Young Adults & Adolescents
Parenting and Parenting Therapy
Supervision, Consultation & Public Speaking
My practice is currently full and I am not accepting new patients.
If you are a returning patient, please contact me.
Introduction
I am a clinical psychologist, licensed in New York State, and practicing on Manhattan's Upper West Side. I have over 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults, young adults, and adolescents, and parenting guidance. My approach is practical and pragmatic as I aim to use therapy approaches that are the most helpful with whomever I work. I adapt my approach to each person’s individual needs, utilizing a variety of perspectives and interventions. My style is warm, engaging and interactive and includes humor and a direct and conversational approach.
About Me
I earned a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from City University, one of the top programs in NYC, where my intensive training was equally focused on adults, children and adolescents. I have been in private practice since 1996, after having worked in different settings and worn many different “hats” with a wide variety of people.
Adults & Young Adults
The adults I work with span a wide range of ages and enter therapy with a great variety of issues and difficulties. The kinds of therapy I practice can provide emotional relief and support and/or they can offer a deeper process, that focuses on long-standing emotional or behavior patterns, relationships and other issues to effect more enduring change.
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Adolescent Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy with adolescents - -tweens and teens - is another area of expertise for which I am known. I work with kids in therapy from age 12 and up and am familiar with many public and private schools. I set a tone from the very beginning that the psychotherapy is the adolescent's, while collaborating with parents. The vast majority of adolescents I work with find therapy enjoyable and worthwhile.
Parenting &
Parenting Therapy
I provide parents of children of all ages practical parenting strategies and approaches. Families also consult with me to formulate a plan, when facing difficult situations with their child. I practice a unique fusion of parenting and psychotherapy which focuses on one's own psychology and personal history in further fortifying one's parenting and relationships..
Supervision,
Consultation &
Public Speaking
I provide supervision to clinicians who work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and parents and offer guidance on building and running a private practice. I consult with individuals, schools and organizations regarding mental health and development and speak publicly on a variety of issues.
Some Areas of Expertise
I think about the people I work with from a position of their strengths (even when they can’t themselves) and I focus on the rich facets that make us human. I do not think about people or my work in terms of diagnoses or a list of problems. However, I appreciate that in exploring my website, it might be helpful to know some of my areas of expertise. With that in mind, here is an overview of some of the areas in which I have had the privilege to help people change their lives for the better.
Emotions
& Mood
Behaviors
& Thoughts
Relationships
Work
& Academics
Life
Transitions
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Trauma
Loss
& Grief