What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.86
Average wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
5.00
“I have been visiting regularly with David for four years now. David is an incredibly thoughtful therapist. He is both a great listener and he provides useful insights into why I am how I am, and how I can approach life more fully. His calm demeanor provide a peaceful sounding board for a wide range of topics.”
MSMore than 1 year ago
“I first met David through friends on social media. When I needed some one-on-one advice concerning family issues and communication, I contacted David for private sessions. Due to budgetary restrictions, I met with him for a limited time, once a week for 2 months. Even in that short time, it was a tremendous help to me, being supplied with commonsense tools for communicating effectively. We touched on Zen which I find fascinating and hope to pursue further. David has an easygoing nature that is contagious.”
JKMore than 1 year ago
About David B. Alexander
Focus areas
Academic Stress
Analytical Therapy / Psychoanalysis
Marriage Counseling
Addiction Consultation
Couples Therapy
Social Anxiety
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Marriage Conflict Resolution
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Experiential Therapy
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Existential
Gestalt
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know David B. Alexander
Would you like to improve your sense of well-being, clarity, and purpose, and improve relationships? I bring in gestalt therapy, existential therapy, long-term Zen studies and teaching, and deep life experience to help guide you. And with decades of work with organizations, I also work with executives, leaders, and business owners to find more fulfillment in personal life and more success in the workplace.
*** Accepting insurance that provides out-of-network coverage (e.g., PPO and POS plans); also accepting self-pay. I cannot work with Medicaid nor with most Medicare and ACA insurance plans. ***
I am a caring, skilled psychotherapist, dedicated to helping you accomplish your goals of well-being through our work together. By expanding your insight and connecting to your own energy, you can reduce stress, improve harmony of mind and body, and reach your goals.
Clients of all ethnicities, races, ages, and sexual orientations are welcome and treated with respect and dignity.
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By truly understanding yourself and appreciating your own deep value as a human being, you can enjoy clarity, inspiration, and connection with others.
For those whose priority is improving and reaching goals in the workplace, I also offer executive and organizational therapy to examine daily choices and strategies toward achieving those important goals. My focus is on personal awareness and communication with others, which are central to success in all aspects of life.
I have been practicing and teaching healing and energy practices using multiple modalities since 1971, including Zen meditation, Tai Chi Chuan, coaching, and psychotherapy. I hold an Advanced Certificate in Gestalt Therapy and Psychoanalysis from Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy. All of these emphasize deep connection with oneself and others, and the ability to express that connection in daily life.
Benefit from the fruits of these practices to develop your own clear insight and energy.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Ultimate healing occurs through empathic connection between client and therapist, and through increased awareness in the client. The increased awareness leads to a more beneficial perception of the world and oneself, experienced as a more compassionate and alive sense of each moment.
Zen Buddhism is a fountainhead of profound insight, and my 55 years of engagement in Zen practice is of great help to your knowing and accepting yourself, fully, with joy and with clarity, while changing habits that are not helpful for your well-being and for the well-being of those in your life.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I listen carefully, and start very quickly to interact and stimulate awareness in areas that show latent emotionality and potential for growth. As trust develops, we speak more and more openly and connect on the issues that have the most impact for the client.
Clients report feeling seen and heard, and feeling relief of anxiety, depression, and phobias as their true needs and experiences are being heard and responded to, and as ideas that interfere with enjoying each moment are addressed in a way that can be processed and understood by the client.
David B. Alexander, LP, MA 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
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 45 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
I provide the paid invoice / receipt needed to file out-of-network for insurance providers that offer that coverage. Those are generally PPO plans, not HMOs or EPOs. Self-pay without using insurance of course is also valid.
Most ACA / Obamacare plans do not have out-of-network, but a few do. I have seen a few Medicare clients whose secondary insurance provided benefits, but you would need to determine whether you will get that reimbursement.
Office location
David B. Alexander, LP, MA also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy, Advanced Certificate in Gestalt Therapy and Psychoanalysis
Professional memberships
- Health & Business Alliance
- Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island
Awards and publications
- David B. Alexander is a Licensed Psychoanalyst from the State of New York
- Certified Gestalt Therapist
- Tai Chi Chuan Diplomate and Master Instructor
- Health & Business Alliance (former board member)
- Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island (former president)
NPI number
1235775909
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.86
Wait time
4.97
Bedside manner
5.00
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David is an amazing therapist. He is very perceptive, a great listener and kind. Would highly recommend him!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
An amazing person to talk to and help you find your problems. Amazing listener and a very calming person.
July 9, 2021Vincent C.Verified patientVideo visit
David is Insightful and caring. He is a great listener and empathetic. Would definitely recommend him.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
First session/impression: easy to open up to, insightful, handled me delicately.
More than 1 year agoRachel M.Verified patientVideo visit
David Alexander was welcoming, patient, and a great listener!
August 22, 2021Initials hidden
I have been visiting regularly with David for four years now. David is an incredibly thoughtful therapist. He is both a great listener and he provides useful insights into why I am how I am, and how I can approach life more fully. His calm demeanor provide a peaceful sounding board for a wide range of topics.
More than 1 year agoMS
I first met David through friends on social media. When I needed some one-on-one advice concerning family issues and communication, I contacted David for private sessions. Due to budgetary restrictions, I met with him for a limited time, once a week for 2 months. Even in that short time, it was a tremendous help to me, being supplied with commonsense tools for communicating effectively. We touched on Zen which I find fascinating and hope to pursue further. David has an easygoing nature that is contagious.
More than 1 year agoJK
David is a fine professional therapist who asks all the right questions. He gives helpful comments. It is clear that he cares about people and their problems.
December 10, 2023Barbara L P.Verified patient
David is organized when it comes to appointments and is really effective when it comes to talk therapy . It is a safe space during sessions . I highly recommend .
More than 1 year agoDD
Could not have asked for a better experience. Dr Alexander has made it easy to navigate a difficult time in my life. Very happy with my journey so far, would definitely recommend.
September 18, 2023Initials hidden
David provided exactly the type of service I was looking for. I just needed to talk to someone who was willing to listen. His soft tone and gentle approach allowed our sessions to move smoothly and often times, too quickly. In person sessions felt like an afternoon in your living room, and the ability to web session meant you could actually be, in your living room. Appointments were easy and very rarely did conflicts arise. Sessions always started on time and there was never an overlap with another patient. When I felt I was in the right place to end our sessions, the reaction was nothing but positive and encouraging. The door was left open for any future needs.
More than 1 year agoCC
These were on-going sessions and David was very helpful in assisting me in working out some important issues with my partner. He's a very good listener, but he also exercised control where it was needed. He's very good at cutting right to the point and he tries to give real solutions and then he follows up to see what worked and what didn't. He also works with compassion and humor so the whole experience was convivial, pleasant, and productive.
I highly recommend him as a therapist and sympathetic human being.
More than 1 year agoHM
David has helped our relationship immensely. He’s kind and caring and listens well. His emphasis is on compassion and we are very glad we have him in our corner. It’s like taking a master class in communication and awareness.
More than 1 year agoAH
Really smart, really friendly. Actually listens to you, and allows you to think and feel without telling you how to think and feel.
April 2, 2022John K.Verified patientVideo visit
Great listener!
July 31, 2021Joann A.Verified patientVideo visit
David was quick to respond in returning my request for an appointment. He was professional and was able to accommodate my schedule. Very productive first visit.
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David B. Alexander has 2 office locations in Roslyn Heights, view full addresses on David B. Alexander's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see David B. Alexander?
David B. Alexander frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for David B. Alexander on their profile.
What languages does David B. Alexander speak?
David B. Alexander speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate David B. Alexander in reviews?
37 patients have reviewed David B. Alexander. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.86/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.97/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.