About Dr. Caroline Kaufman
Focus areas
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Affirming Therapy
Therapy
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Young Adult Issues
Adult Psychotherapy
Personality Disorder
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Exposure Response Prevention
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Humanistic
Dialectical (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
JewishEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Caroline Kaufman
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specific expertise in treating adolescent/young adult (12-26 years) clients. I work with individuals coping with a variety of presenting problems/diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, and emerging personality disorders. In addition, I have specific expertise in gender identity and expression.
I tailor evidence- and research-based treatments to meet clients' individual needs. As a therapist, I use humor, warmth, and collaboration to help clients reduce their distress, improve their functioning, and build a life worth living.
Dr. Caroline C. Kaufman is a licensed adolescent and adult clinical psychologist with a small private practice.
Dr. Kaufman earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from The University of Memphis and completed her predoctoral internship/residency in Adolescent Psychology at Yale University School of Medicine/Yale-New Haven Hospital. She is a current research fellow at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School.
Dr. Kaufman has delivered clinical services in a variety of settings, including outpatient, partial hospital, pediatric, intensive outpatient, and school settings. She has expertise providing evidence-based treatment for a variety of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, and other “problems in living.” She has specific expertise in gender identity and diversity among adolescents given her training as a Fellow at the Yale Gender Program at Yale-New Haven Hospital.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Clients interested in seeking psychotherapy should schedule an intake. Intakes are focused on understanding the client's presenting concerns and history as well as understanding if the client sees me as a good fit for them as a therapist.
Dr. Caroline Kaufman is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
More information on payments and coverage
My private practice does not accept insurance. I charge $250 for sessions, which can be paid via Venmo, Zelle, or check.
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- McLean Hospital
Education and training
- University of Memphis, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- Yale University, Yale-New Haven Hospital, Residency in Child and Adolescent Psychology
- Williams College (Bachelor's)
- University of Memphis, Master's in Clinical Psychology
Awards and publications
- Kaufman, C. C. & Hipp, T. (2022). Sexual and gender minority university students in the wake of COVID-19: Unique risks and opportunities for intervention. Journal of American College Health. https://doi.org/10.1080/07448481.2022.2135378
- Rosmarin, D. H., Pirutinsky, S., Kaufman, C. C., Harris, S. K., Sneider, J. T., & Silveri, M. M. (2022). Religious affiliation protects against alcohol/substance use initiation: A prospective study among healthy adolescents. Journal of Adolescence, 1-5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jad.12119
- Kaufman, C. C., Mohr, O. Olezeski, C. L. (2022). Spirituality, religion and transgender and gender nonconforming affirmative care with youth and families: Guidelines and recommendations. Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings, 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10880-022-09892-7
NPI number
1538795042
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Caroline Kaufman?
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Is Dr. Caroline Kaufman accepting new patients?
Dr. Caroline Kaufman generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Kaufman's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Caroline Kaufman accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Caroline Kaufman online?
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Which hospital is Dr. Caroline Kaufman affiliated with?
Dr. Caroline Kaufman is affiliated with McLean Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Caroline Kaufman work with?
Dr. Caroline Kaufman works with Caroline C Kaufman PLLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Caroline Kaufman?
Dr. Caroline Kaufman frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Caroline Kaufman on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Caroline Kaufman speak?
Dr. Caroline Kaufman speaks English.