What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Krinsky is extremely empathic and easy to talk to. He created a safe space making him easy to open up and connect with. Looking forward to continuing to work with him”
NKMore than 1 year ago
“Shmaya is a great therapist! He is well organized and always very professional! Shmaya truly cares about his patients.”
ALMore than 1 year ago
About Dr. Steven Krinsky
Focus areas
Agoraphobia
Insomnia
Phobia
Anxiety
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social Anxiety
Depression
Panic Disorder
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Exposure Response Prevention
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightFaith
JewishEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Steven Krinsky
My name is Dr. Steven (Shmaya) Krinsky, a Licensed Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) specializing in anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, and mood disorders. I earned my PsyD in School Psychology from Rutgers University and completed both my internship and post-doctoral fellowship at the Center for Anxiety in New York. I am dedicated to using evidence-based treatments such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Anxiety and other mood disorders can deeply impact a person's life, often limiting their ability to enjoy meaningful experiences and relationships. My job is to help clients open up their lives and take them back. I believe in the importance of humor and a strong therapeutic connection to create a warm, supportive environment for my clients. My goal is to help clients gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, enabling them to make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives beyond therapy sessions.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My approach is firmly grounded in the principles of exposure therapy, which helps clients gain a deeper understanding of their anxieties while building the tools and skills to face them directly, rather than avoiding them. My primary goal is to empower clients to become their own therapists. By fostering a solid understanding of the psychological concepts underlying anxiety, clients can engage more fully in treatment, develop the skills to effectively manage anxiety, and experience lasting success beyond therapy. It’s incredibly rewarding to witness clients as they reclaim their lives, expanding their capacity to live fully and navigate future challenges with confidence and resilience. I also work with psychology students and other mental health practitioners to share my knowledge and teach a newer generation of therapists.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Before the initial session, clients complete standard intake paperwork, which I review to facilitate treatment. I typically hold 45-minute sessions once a week, with the option for more frequent appointments, conducted via a confidential, HIPAA-compliant video platform.
I do not prescribe medication. At the end of each session, I offer at-home therapeutic strategies and exercises to support client progress and provide brief support between sessions to enhance the overall clinical experience
More information on payments and coverage
Initial session: $300 for 45-60 minutes
Ongoing session: $300 for 45 minutes
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Rutgers University, PsyD in School Psychology
- Center for Anxiety (Internship)
- Center for Anxiety (Post-Doctoral Fellowship)
NPI number
1962155960
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Shmaya is a great therapist! He is well organized and always very professional! Shmaya truly cares about his patients.
More than 1 year agoAL
Dr. Krinsky is extremely empathic and easy to talk to. He created a safe space making him easy to open up and connect with. Looking forward to continuing to work with him
More than 1 year agoNK
Shmaya is a great therapist! He was warm And engaging and he really understood my anxiety challenges and gave me tools to be able to be able to manage them more effectively
More than 1 year agoCG
Dr. Krinsky is a fantastic clinician! He is warm, compassionate and so knowledgeable. He makes the therapy space so welcoming, and he is truly skilled in the work that he does with the people he sees! I highly recommend Dr. Krinsky!
More than 1 year agoLC
Dr. Krinsky was amazing with my son Josh, who had been experiencing anxiety and lack of sleep. During his first few visits with Dr. Krinsky, they made a plan and met weekly thereafter.
After several months, Josh was feeling and doing so much better; he was finally able to sleep and enjoy his hobbies once again.
Dr. Krinsky was kind, patient, smart, and transparent. Would 100% recommend.
More than 1 year agoSL
More than 1 year agoRH
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Krinsky?
Generally, Dr. Steven Krinsky has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Krinsky's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Steven Krinsky accepting new patients?
Dr. Steven Krinsky generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Krinsky's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Steven Krinsky accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Krinsky online?
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What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Steven Krinsky?
Dr. Steven Krinsky frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Steven Krinsky on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Steven Krinsky speak?
Dr. Steven Krinsky speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Steven Krinsky in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Dr. Steven Krinsky. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.