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Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim, Psychologist

Stress, Anxiety Grief Parenting issues Self esteem, Motivation Compassion fatigue
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About me

I am a New York State licensed PhD Psychologist with more than 25 years’ experience in the public and private sectors. My doctorate in Psychology is from Fordham University and I have a post-doctoral degree in Speech and Language Pathology from Columbia University .

I specialize in working with a diverse population of adults with mild reading or language-based difficulties and those with severe learning disorders. Often self esteem and anxiety in applying for jobs or maintaining employment can go hand in hand. My practice incorporates collaborating with the clients to turn key ideas.

I also have expertise in guiding young adult students who will be immigrating to the US and/or spending time abroad and the stressors involved in this. I am very knowledgeable on relaxation techniques as well as mindfulness. I can help you to incorporate strategies to reduce anxiety and get to the tasks that need to be accomplished!

I enjoy helping individuals find motivation within themselves to push their career choices forward and be successful. Building of time management and executive functioning skills is a key component for success in school and on the job. My goal is to work together with the clients to identify the steps needed to build these areas in order to reach one's school and work goals.

I am a person centered psychologist with a warm and compassionate style. Together we will work to navigate the process.

Professional experience

30 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Grief Parenting issues Self esteem, Motivation Compassion fatigue

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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Messaging

License information

NY Psychologist 014101

Reviews

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I find Laura very supportive and understanding.

Written on Mar 19, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

Laura is just amazing. She know exactly why to say. She always makes me feel better

Written on Mar 17, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim is an amazing therapist. She is incredibly kind, always validates the way I'm feeling, and brings a positive view to any situation, making me feel more calm, grounded, and confident. Her empathy and kindness towards me reminds me to be kinder to myself. I would recommend her to anyone looking into therapy.

Written on Mar 07, 2025 after therapy with Laura for 2 years and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Dr. Kaplan-Naim immediately zoned in on my needs. Her gentle approach is very comforting. I highly recommend her without reservation.

Written on Dec 05, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, and parenting issues

She is a wonderful therapist

Written on Nov 03, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 6 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

Dr. Kaplan-Niam has been extremely helpful.

Written on Oct 27, 2024 after therapy with Laura for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts