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Dr. Karen Wachtel, PhD

Dr. Karen Wachtel, PhD

Psychologist
29 Barstow Road, Suite 304, Great Neck, NY
After receiving her B.A. from Brown University, Dr. Wachtel worked as a counselor at the Manville School, a school affiliated with Harvard Medical School, for children with emotional and/or learning difficulties. She subsequently worked on a research study at Brown University’s Bradley Hospital, where she studied early child development, temperament, and mother-child interactions. Dr. Wachtel received her doctorate degree in clinical psychology from the University of Massachusetts. During these years she worked as a therapist at the University's Counseling Center, helping students struggling with mood, anxiety, PTSD, and learning difficulties. She additionally worked with children, adults, and families at a community mental health center. Throughout graduate school Dr. Wachtel continued to study parent-child interactions and factors that impact children's social-emotional well-being. Her doctoral research involved interviewing mothers of children who were recently diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder about the experience of having their children diagnosed and the factors that enable or impede more effective coping with this stressful situation. Dr. Wachtel's internship training was at the Manhattan VA Hospital where she worked with both young and older veterans coping with PTSD and other adjustment issues using cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapy. In line with her interest in supporting family members, she also co-led a support group for the caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. After obtaining her Ph.D., Dr. Wachtel spent two years as a post-doctoral fellow at the Manhattan Learning Center of the Jewish Board of Family and children's Services (JBFCS). At JBFCS she focused on conducting psychological and neuropsychological evaluations with children, adolescents, and young adults and consulted with parents about how to best help their children.

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About Dr. Karen Wachtel

Focus areas

Anxiety
Perinatal Mental Health
Therapy
Low Self Esteem
Relationship Struggles
Women's Issues Therapy
Parenting Counseling
Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Eclectic
Relational
Integrative
Strength-Based
Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Karen Wachtel

After receiving her B.A. from Brown University, Dr. Wachtel worked as a counselor at the Manville School, a school affiliated with Harvard Medical School, for children with emotional and/or learning difficulties. She subsequently worked on a research study at Brown University’s Bradley Hospital, where she studied early child development, temperament, and mother-child interactions. Dr. Wachtel received her doctorate degree in clinical psychology from the University of Massachusetts. During these years she worked as a therapist at the University's Counseling Center, helping students struggling with mood, anxiety, PTSD, and learning difficulties. She additionally worked with children, adults, and families at a community mental health center. Throughout graduate school Dr. Wachtel continued to study parent-child interactions and factors that impact children's social-emotional well-being. Her doctoral research involved interviewing mothers of children who were recently diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder about the experience of having their children diagnosed and the factors that enable or impede more effective coping with this stressful situation. Dr. Wachtel's internship training was at the Manhattan VA Hospital where she worked with both young and older veterans coping with PTSD and other adjustment issues using cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapy. In line with her interest in supporting family members, she also co-led a support group for the caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. After obtaining her Ph.D., Dr. Wachtel spent two years as a post-doctoral fellow at the Manhattan Learning Center of the Jewish Board of Family and children's Services (JBFCS). At JBFCS she focused on conducting psychological and neuropsychological evaluations with children, adolescents, and young adults and consulted with parents about how to best help their children.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $275 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $275 for 45 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Anxiety
    Anxiety Disorder
    Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    Depression
    Psychotherapy
    Therapy
    Women's Mental Health Issues
    Young Adult Issues
    Anxiety
    Anxiety Disorder
    Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    Depression

    Office location

    Dr. Karen Wachtel, PhD also offers online video visits for patients
    Karen Wachtel
    29 Barstow Road, Suite 304, Great Neck, NY 11021
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    Education and background

    Practice names

    Education and training

    • University of Massachusetts, PhD in Clinical Psychology
    • Brown University (Bachelor's)

    Professional memberships

    • American Psychological Association
    • Nassau County Psychological Association
    • Women’s Mental Health Consortium

    Awards and publications

    • Dr. Karen Wachtel has earned Training Certificates from Postpartum Support International and the Postpartum Stress Center

    NPI number

    1659522902

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    Dr. Karen Wachtel has 2 office locations in Great Neck, view full addresses on Dr. Wachtel's profile.

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    Dr. Karen Wachtel frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Karen Wachtel on their profile.

    What languages does Dr. Karen Wachtel speak?

    Dr. Karen Wachtel speaks English.

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