ABOUT
Dr. Yephat
Kivetz, PhD.
Exploring Your Path and Claiming Ownership of Your Life
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice on the upper East Side of Manhattan, offering in-person and Telehealth therapy.
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Support Groups
Organiztional Workshops
Mission
I am deeply passionate about alleviating suffering and supporting individuals in managing overwhelming stress and emotions that can drain their inner resources. My mission is to promote a flexible mindset and help you achieve a greater balance in life, while pursuing your goals and aspirations without compromise.
Training
With training in clinical psychology and a doctorate in social and organizational psychology, I have cultivated a deep understanding of the human mind. This diverse training enables me to integrate insights from various disciplines, allowing me to create a holistic and personalized approach that enhances the effectiveness of our work together.
Empowerment
My goal is to help you feel empowered, breaking free from old, restricting patterns that may have held you back. I encourage you to discover your own path, gradually building the strength, courage, and confidence to take the driver's seat in your life. We will work ttowards fostering a sense of ownership that allows you to live authentically and fully.
Care and Focus
I am dedicated to being fully present and focused on your best interests throughout our therapeutic journey together. I will remain attuned to your needs, revisiting them at various stages of treatment while considering your unique social, cultural, spiritual, familial, and interpersonal contexts. Your well-being is at the heart of our work, and I am here to support you every step of the way.
Compassion
I strive to offer my clients a warm, compassionate, and non- judgmental therapeutic environment, where they can truly be seen and heard. I am committed to fostering a safe space that nurtures openness and understanding and allows you to explore your thoughts and feelings with confidence and support.
Collaborative Journey
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey that fosters growth and understanding. Together, we will identify maladaptive patterns, distorted perceptions, and emotional or relational challenges. This supportive partnership allows us to explore these issues in a safe space, promoting healing, resilience, and positive change.
Positive Impact
Throughout the years, I have been inspired by the profound impact therapy has on people's lives. I have seen individuals gradually connect with and express their innate strength, effectively cope with various challenges, and cultivate healthy relationships. Our therapeutic journey aims to foster a positive self-perception, broaden perspectives, remove barriers to decision-making, and ultimately lead to a more fulfilling and joyful life.
I work with
With fifteen years of experience, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults on a wide range of issues. I am dedicated to both individual and group work, facilitating support groups for bereaved individuals or families. This experience allows me to address each person’s unique needs while fostering a sense of continuation and meaningful connection.
Grief and Loss
Work-related Stress
Career Transitions
Parenting Challenges
Separation and Divorce
Negative Self Image
Chronic Illness
Negative Body Image
Aging and Life Transitions
Dissatisfaction with Life
Depression, Anxiety, Stress
Obsession and Self-Doubt
Impactful therapy is more than a goal. It is a steadfast commitment to fostering lasting change and nurturing positive growth.
Experience
Mental Health And Wellness Therapy In NYC
EDUCATION
2011
Respecialization in Clinical Psychology, Adelphi University,
The Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies
2006
Ph.D., New York University, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Psychology, McCracken Fellowship for graduate studies
2003
M.A., New York University, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Psychology
2000
M.Sc., magna cum laude, Tel Aviv University, Graduate School
of Business Management Sciences, Organizational Behavior
INTERNSHIP / POSTDOCTRAL FELLOW
2009- 2014
New York Psychoanalytic Institute and Society, NY, NY
Postdoctoral Fellow
Clinical Psychology Intern
2009-2009
Mount Sinai Adult Inpatient
Conducted short-term individual therapy for adult inpatient population, led group therapy for adult inpatient, participated in clinical intake interviews and engaged in disposition planning as part of multidisciplinary treatment.
2009-2014
The New York Psychoanalytic Institute Treatment Center
Provide outpatient individual long-term psychoanalytically oriented psychotherapy and psychoeducational and neuropsychological testing for children, adolescents, and adult.
EXTERNSHIP
2007- 2009
Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research, NY, NY
PRACTICA TRAINING
2007
Center for Psychological Services, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
2007
Shelter Rock Academy, Garden City, NY
Publications
Kivetz, Y. and Tyler, T. (2007),
"Tomorrow I’ll Be Me: The Effects of Time Perspective on the Activation of Idealistic versus Pragmatic Selves," Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, 102 (2), 193-211.
Jost, J.T., Kivetz, Y, Rubini, M., Guermandi, G., and Mosso, C. (2005),
"System-Justifying Functions of Complementary Regional and Ethnic Stereotypes: Cross-national evidence. Social Justice Research, 18, 305-333.
Jost, J.T., Guermandi, G., Mosso, C., Kivetz. Y., Pelham, B.W., and Burgess. D. (2001),
"An Overview of the System Justification Perspective,"In Hunyady Gyorgy and Nguyen Luu Lan Anh (Ed.), Stereotypes. Elte Eotvos Kiado, Budapest.
Research Presentations
Kivetz, Y., Lefcourt, K., Petrou, A., and Swihart, A (2008), “Symbolization and Annihilation Anxiety of a Traumatized Patient,” presentation at the annual meeting of the Institute for Psychological Training and Research.
Kivetz Y., and Tyler, R.T. (2006), "Tomorrow I’ll Be Me: The Effect of Time Perspective on the Activation of Idealistic versus Pragmatic Selves,” Symposium presentation at the 11th biennial conference for the International Society for Justice Research (ISJR), Berlin, Germany.
Kivetz Y., and Tyler, R.T. (2004), "Tomorrow I’ll Be Me: The Effect of Time Perspective on the Activation of Idealistic versus Pragmatic Selves,” Poster session at the 7th annual conference for the Society of Personality and Social Psychology, Palm Springs, California.
Kivetz Y., and Tyler, R.T. (2004), "Time Frame, Self-Concept, and Preference in Decision Making: The Interplay Between Time and the Self," Presentation at the Annual Conference for the Academy of Management, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Kivetz, Y. (2004), "The Antecedents and Consequences of the Antecedents and Consequences of Idealistic versus Pragmatic Selves," Dissertation Proposal Defense.
Kivetz, Y., and Tyler, R.T. (2002), "The Effects of Time Perspective on Resource versus Identity Preferences," New York University: Social Psychology Brown Bag Series 2002-2003.
Kivetz Y., and Tyler, R.T. (2001), "The Effects of Temporal Distance on Justice Judgments," New York University: Industrial and Organizational Psychology Brown Bag Series 2001-2002.
Kivetz Y., and Kivetz, R. (2001), "The Influence of Hedonic Concreteness on Mood Regulation versus Mood Congruency," Association for Consumer Research Conference , Austin, TX.
Kivetz Y. (2001), "The Effects of Mood on Managerial Employment Decisions," Graduate School of Business, Tel Aviv University.
Jost, J.T., and Kivetz Y. (2001), "Effects of Ideological Threats to the System on Stereotyping and Inter-Group Relations," New York University: Organizational Psychology Brown Bag Series 2000-2001.
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