What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.67
Average wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
4.83
“All of the psychologists I have met at Wholeview Wellness as well as the administrative staff have always been kind, patient, friendly, and always professional. They have made clear effort to find a treatment that is right for me, and I am highly pleased with their level of care thus far. I would highly recommend Wholeview Wellness — it's certainly worth the cost and money. ”
Initials hiddenJanuary 21, 2020
“Great office and convenient location. Privacy is important for me and they take considerable care to address. Dr. Church is kind, well intentioned, and professional.”
Initials hiddenAugust 26, 2019
About Dr. Sarah Church
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Sarah Church
As a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in treating substance use disorders, I have developed a positive, innovative approach to treatment that uses respectful and flexible techniques proven effective in helping patients move forward in their lives.
I typically work collaboratively with patients to increase their internal motivation to make positive changes that result in more fulfilling relationships and lives. I approach treatment with a simple goal: to help my patients create and live healthy and happy lives.
I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Fordham University and completed a pre-doctoral fellowship in addiction at Yale University School of Medicine. I also earned my bachelor's degree from Columbia University.
With over 20 years of experience in the addiction treatment field, I previously served as the Executive Director of the Division of Substance Abuse at Montefiore Medical Center and as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Albert Einstein College of Medicine for 16 years.
Internationally, I have provided consultation to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for both Vietnam and Afghanistan as they developed medication-assisted treatment centers in their countries.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Treatment with me will be through the services of Wholeview Wellness, a boutique outpatient treatment center located in Midtown Manhattan that uses state-of-the-art, science-based techniques, technology, and highly trained doctoral level psychologists to provide patients with the highest quality therapeutic experience in addiction treatment.
We provide exceptional individualized care for patients and families struggling with alcohol, pain medication, and other substance use. We have a deeply held belief that people struggling with addiction deserve professional treatment that works.
The Wholeview model differs from most addiction centers in that all of the treatment provided is based on scientifically proven techniques and we strive to make treatment interesting, engaging, accessible, and even, dare we say... fun for the patient. We offer a range of services from individual psychotherapy, couples/family psychotherapy, intensive outpatient group psychotherapy, and outpatient group psychotherapy. We also provide remote alcohol detox program where the patient is allowed to safely detox from the comforts of their home while supervised by our expert staff using state-of the-art remote monitoring. We also provide care for family members who are concerned about someone they love. If you are considering making some changes but you're not sure what steps to take, give us a call, we can help!
For more information about the types of services offered at Wholeview Wellness, please visit our official website.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
*Our process begins with a brief phone call with our Intake Coordinator to understand your needs and ensure the best possible match with one of our experienced clinicians.*
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Education and background
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Education and training
- Fordham University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- Yale University, Fellowship in Clinical Psychology
- Columbia University (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
- New York State Psychological Association
Awards and publications
- 1) Ling, W., Hillhouse, M.P., Saxon, A.J., Church, S., et. al. (2016) Buprenorphine+Naloxone plus Naltrexone for the Treatment of Cocaine Dependence: The Cocaine Use Reduction with Buprenorphine (CURB) Study
- 2) Sullivan M.A., Rothenberg J.L., Suzanne Vosburg, S.K., Church S.H., Feldman, S.J., Epstein, E.M., Kleber, H.D. and Nunes E.V. (2006) Predictors of retention in naltrexone maintenance for opioid dependence: Analysis of stage I trial. American Journal of Addiction; 15 (2), 150-159.
- 3) National Alliance for Medication Assisted Recovery (NAMA) Lifetime Achievement and Recognition Award 2018
- 4) Cocaine Use Reduction with Buprenorphine (CURB-CTN-0048), Site PI June 2011-August 2013 - NIDA – Clinical Trials Network (CTN) randomized placebo controlled trial of a novel combination of medications (Vivitrol/Suboxone) to reduce cocaine dependence.
NPI number
1497825608
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
4.83
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Dr. Church really cares about her patients. She really listens to me and helps me work through tough issues.
More than 1 year agoJB
Dr. Church was compassionate and knowledgeable. Felt better after meeting with her.
More than 1 year agoSJ
All of the psychologists I have met at Wholeview Wellness as well as the administrative staff have always been kind, patient, friendly, and always professional. They have made clear effort to find a treatment that is right for me, and I am highly pleased with their level of care thus far. I would highly recommend Wholeview Wellness — it's certainly worth the cost and money.
January 21, 2020Initials hidden
Great office and convenient location. Privacy is important for me and they take considerable care to address. Dr. Church is kind, well intentioned, and professional.
August 26, 2019Initials hidden
February 1, 2020Initials hidden
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
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Is Dr. Sarah Church accepting new patients?
Dr. Sarah Church generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Church's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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What practice does Dr. Sarah Church work with?
Dr. Sarah Church works with Wholeview Wellness.
What languages does Dr. Sarah Church speak?
Dr. Sarah Church speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Sarah Church in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Dr. Sarah Church. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 4.83/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.83/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.