What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.81
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I've been seeing Dr Bette Pounds for several years now and can highly recommend. As a provider she is patient, flexible, and always responsive. As a clinician she is an excellent listener and provides good, insightful feedback. I have had a great experience and highly recommend. ”
CAMore than 1 year ago
“Bette is an exceptional therapist. Her insightfulness and empathy made it easy for me to open up and share my thoughts and feelings with her. Throughout our sessions, she provided me with invaluable insights and guidance that helped me gain a deeper understanding of myself and my emotions. I would highly recommend Bette to anyone looking for therapist. ”
VPMore than 1 year ago
About Bette Pounds
Focus areas
Adjustment Disorder
Confidence Issues
Panic Attack
Anxiety
Depression
Psychodynamic Therapy
Cognitive Therapy
Low Self Esteem
Clientele seen
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Eclectic
Coaching
Emotionally Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Humanistic
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Bette Pounds
My name is Bette Pounds. People find me easy to talk to. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Yeshiva University and a Bachelor’s degree from the City University of New York. I have extensive training, as well as an abundance of life experience. I like to clarify and focus quickly on patients' personal goals. I believe that moments of peace can be achieved at point "A" while progress continues toward point "B." I work with adults and specialize in all types of relationships, including those we have with our work, hobbies, family, friends, romances, spirituality, intellect, and body.
I use an eclectic, holistic approach, and together we will find the metaphors that you live by. Sometimes insight alone is not sufficient for change, so I will also help you take actions to achieve your goals.
What should a new client know about working with you?
People find me easy to talk to. I have extensive training as well as an abundance of life experience.
I can help with stress, anxiety and depression, and to manage challenges including relationship problems, lack of job satisfaction, low self-esteem, procrastination, grief, addictions, health problems, and knowing oneself better.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I give space to hear about a patient's thoughts and feelings, and I also find it helpful when I ask open-ended questions.
I use an eclectic, holistic approach and I can help people dig a little deeper into what's bothering them, as well as to take actions to achieve their goals.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $100 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $100-200 for 45 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
During the initial paid session we can discuss your fee for future sessions.
You can send your payment following each appointment, through Venmo,
@bettepounds
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Yeshiva University, Master's in Social Work
- City University of New York (Bachelor's)
Awards and publications
- Published: Worry Less, Arrive Sooner: Dr. Freud Meets Dr. Seuss
- 1991 - Nominated for the First Annual NASW Award for Leadership and Professional Identity
- 1993 - Co-Editor: The National Directory of Psychotherapy Training Institutes, Brunner/Mazel
NPI number
1073669420
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.81
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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21 reviews
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Bette is great! I immediately felt comfortable speaking with her. She has been so helpful since I’ve started seeing her.
More than 1 year agoLF
I’ve been working with Bette for over 4 years and I absolutely recommend working with her.
More than 1 year agoCG
I've been seeing Dr Bette Pounds for several years now and can highly recommend. As a provider she is patient, flexible, and always responsive. As a clinician she is an excellent listener and provides good, insightful feedback. I have had a great experience and highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoCA
Bette is an exceptional therapist. Her insightfulness and empathy made it easy for me to open up and share my thoughts and feelings with her. Throughout our sessions, she provided me with invaluable insights and guidance that helped me gain a deeper understanding of myself and my emotions. I would highly recommend Bette to anyone looking for therapist.
More than 1 year agoVP
She’s been incredible to work with. I’ve overcome a number of struggles and obstacles. Some small in nature and others have been concrete barriers to progress. I have joy, clarity, and direction that I’m not sure I could have achieved without this therapy. Images a wonderful person and an expert at her field. I highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoJB
An amazing therapist is hard to find. I tried 4 before the stars aligned, and I found Bette. I’m grateful I did because she’s helped me walk through really tough times over the course of 8 years I’ve been seeing her. From crippling intrusive thoughts to depression and anxiety, feelings of guilt and shame, difficult family relationships, infertility, the list goes on. Bette made space for all of my struggles. If I bring her something many sessions in a row - there’s no judgement that I’m not yet past it. No exhaustion even when I feel exhausted with myself. She has helped me better understand what makes me tick. I struggled with meditating - so she wrote me my own. I dwell on a weakness, and she questions why I don’t consider that same weakness a strength. Talking with Bette I’ve evolved so much of my thinking. I’m more comfortable and confident in who I am, and I can enjoy the highs in my life without so much fear of the lows. If you’re considering therapy, Bette is truly amazing.
More than 1 year agoLL
Bette is excellent, very good at making me feel comfortable and able to share. She is very flexible with timing and payment. Also she is quick to communicate via email, calls can be virtual or over the phone. She is great at meeting you where you are and providing a consistent level of care. Bette has been a stable resources of support to me for over 3 years. She provides insights when I ask but is also great at letting me find my own way. Specifically she has helped me through grief, anxiety and improving my inner voice. I would recommend her to anyone looking for therapeutic clinical support.
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Is Bette Pounds accepting new patients?
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Can I make an appointment with Bette Pounds online?
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What practice does Bette Pounds work with?
Bette Pounds works with Bette G Pounds, LCSW.
What are common reasons for patients to see Bette Pounds?
Bette Pounds frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Bette Pounds on their profile.
What languages does Bette Pounds speak?
Bette Pounds speaks English.
How do patients rate Bette Pounds in reviews?
21 patients have reviewed Bette Pounds. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.81/5. 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.