Sara S. Schapiro, PhD, LMHC
About Me
Welcome to the first step of therapy - the research phase. Reading and educating yourself about therapeutic modalities, clinical styles, and therapists is an essential part of the therapy process. My goal with this page is to give you some insight into my style and approach to therapy.
I work from an interpersonal and existential perspective because I believe that we are all seeking connection, meaning, and I believe that we have the skills to impact our own life and the life of those around us. While completing my Doctoral Psychology internship at NYU Langone Rusk Rehabilitation I was a witness to the emotional and physical resilience of people. I was fortunate to be a part of my patients’ journey to holding on to hope, finding a new identity, and creating meaning.
I am trained in the areas of gender affirming therapy, religion and sexual health, neuropsychological testing, and rehab psychology. I hold a New York State Mental Health Counseling License, received my PhD in Clinical Psychology at Adelphi University, and am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I have published in areas of masculinity, sexual behaviors, and personality disorders. My goal in therapy is to facilitate confidence and belief that you can make your own choices. Practicing psychotherapy in New York City gives me the opportunity to see clients from many walks of life with a variety of concerns. I am knowledgeable and aware of the importance of integrating a sex positive approach with religious beliefs. Together, we work on self-exploration, personal development, and learning new problem solving skills.
My work with you will be a collaborative process, where you can begin to create change in your life. You can expect culturally sensitive, gender affirming, poly & kink friendly therapy. Additionally, I work from an affirming lens with clients who are gender nonconforming and transgender.
I work from an interpersonal and existential perspective because I believe that we are all seeking connection, meaning, and I believe that we have the skills to impact our own life and the life of those around us. While completing my Doctoral Psychology internship at NYU Langone Rusk Rehabilitation I was a witness to the emotional and physical resilience of people. I was fortunate to be a part of my patients’ journey to holding on to hope, finding a new identity, and creating meaning.
I am trained in the areas of gender affirming therapy, religion and sexual health, neuropsychological testing, and rehab psychology. I hold a New York State Mental Health Counseling License, received my PhD in Clinical Psychology at Adelphi University, and am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I have published in areas of masculinity, sexual behaviors, and personality disorders. My goal in therapy is to facilitate confidence and belief that you can make your own choices. Practicing psychotherapy in New York City gives me the opportunity to see clients from many walks of life with a variety of concerns. I am knowledgeable and aware of the importance of integrating a sex positive approach with religious beliefs. Together, we work on self-exploration, personal development, and learning new problem solving skills.
My work with you will be a collaborative process, where you can begin to create change in your life. You can expect culturally sensitive, gender affirming, poly & kink friendly therapy. Additionally, I work from an affirming lens with clients who are gender nonconforming and transgender.
Published Work:Jewish Men. Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, 44(7), 679-686.
- Schapiro-Halberstam, S., Liberta, T., & Josephs, L. (2020). Young women treating men with borderline
Investigation of Sex, Romantic Relationships, and Interpersonal Dependency. Archives of Sexual Behavior, 50(6), 2621-2629.
Media:
Dr. Sara S. Schapiro was invited to join a panel discussion on the Intimate Judaism podcast hosted by Rabbi Scott Khan and Tali Y. Rosenbaum, MSc, to discuss the recent Netflix Series "Unorthodox". Dr. Schapiro discussed sexual autonomy, choice, consent, male and female sexual dynamics, sex education, and love within the context of Jewish orthodoxy. Listen to the fun, engaging, and thought provoking conversation between sex educators, sex therapists, and sexual health advocates: Unorthodox, Intimacy, and Authenticity; How Accurate is the Netflix Series Portrayal of Chasidic Intimacy?
Dr. Sara S. Schapiro was invited to join a panel discussion on the Intimate Judaism podcast hosted by Rabbi Scott Khan and Tali Y. Rosenbaum, MSc, to discuss the recent Netflix Series "Unorthodox". Dr. Schapiro discussed sexual autonomy, choice, consent, male and female sexual dynamics, sex education, and love within the context of Jewish orthodoxy. Listen to the fun, engaging, and thought provoking conversation between sex educators, sex therapists, and sexual health advocates: Unorthodox, Intimacy, and Authenticity; How Accurate is the Netflix Series Portrayal of Chasidic Intimacy?
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Responding as a guest specialist for the GuyQLive segment of Askmen.com
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