Tenzin Palbar, MS, NY | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.67

Average wait time

4.87

Bedside manner

4.78

“I was looking for in person therapy based more upon a holistic mindful approach. It was really hard to find someone who was still working in person. I feel very grounded and cared for and am getting more in touch with my body on a daily basis. ”

RRMore than 1 year ago

“I am in a domestic violence situation and am so scared of leaving because of my kids. We have just started working together, but I already feel that I have practical tools to keep myself and the children safer. I hope I can have the strength to do the right thing.”

LRMore than 1 year ago

About Tenzin Palbar

Focus areas

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Psychotherapy

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Relationship Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Families

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Coaching

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Brainspotting

Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English, Hindi

Getting to know Tenzin Palbar

*We ONLY accept PPO plans* However, we will do our best to minimize your out of pocket fees. Tenzin (He/Him) is a psychotherapist passionate about social justice, community service, and systems thinking. Grounded, thoughtful, ethical, and culturally informed, he has deep experience providing therapy to individuals (ages 7-85), couples, families, and divorced co-parents. His clinical expertise spans diverse races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and immigration statuses. Clinically, Tenzin offers a safe, nonjudgmental holding space with cultural humility and compassion. He integrates theoretical concepts and interventions from evidence-based individual and relational therapy models, including CBT, DBT, Positive Psychology, Gottman, Mindfulness, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. His clinical experience covers Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Trauma, ADHD, Social Anxiety, Gender and Sexuality, divorce, parent-child conflicts, developmental disorders, sexual trauma, conflict in separated co-parenting dynamics, and chronic health conditions. Tenzin holds a Master’s degree in Couple and Family Therapy from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor’s degree from Emory University. In addition to clinical training, he has extensive cultural and professional training in mindfulness practices, Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, and Tibetan herbal and natural medicine. Tenzin also has a diverse social service background. He has taught and spoken internationally about mental health and neuroscience in educational institutions, conferences, NGOs, and governmental agencies. He has contributed to educational and research programs on holistic child development, mental health, addiction, gender-based violence, Alzheimer’s disease, and gender issues. His life has been enriched as a Tibetan refugee born and raised in various communities and cultures.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Tenzin Palbar (He/Him) is a psychotherapist who is passionate about social justice, community service and systems thinking. He is grounded, thoughtful, ethical, and culturally informed and has deep experience providing therapy to individuals (between the ages of 7 and 85), couples, families and divorced co-parents. His clinical expertise spans diverse races, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation and immigration status. Clinically, Tenzin provides a safe, nonjudgmental holding space with both cultural humility and compassion. He combines theoretical concepts and interventions from the following evidenced based individual and relational therapy models: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Positive Psychology, Gottman, Mindfulness, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, Strategic Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Think about therapy as a deep conversation/journey with the therapist as your guide. He will meet you wherever you are and help you understand where you want to go and how to get there. Clinically, Tenzin provides a safe, nonjudgmental holding space with both cultural humility and compassion. He combines theoretical concepts and interventions from the following evidenced based individual and relational therapy models: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Positive Psychology, Gottman, Mindfulness, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, Strategic Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.

In-network insurances

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $310 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $260 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
Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront

More information on payments and coverage

We offer a full concierge insurance service. All you need to do is come to therapy and we do the rest. We accept all insurance PPO plans. Couples/Family $360 for the evaluation and $310 ongoing.

Popular visit reasons

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Office locations

Tenzin Palbar, MS also offers online video visits for patients

In office (1 of 2)

211 North End Ave, New York, NY 10282

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299 Broadway, New York, NY 10007

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Education and background

Practice names

Tenzin Palbar Psychotherapist

Education and training

University of Maryland, Master's in Couple and Family Therapy
Emory University (Bachelor’s)

Awards and publications

Ibd-Oisp Emory Tibet Scholar, Emory University Aug. 2014 – May 2018 Recipient of One of Ten Full Ride Scholarships Awarded to Incoming International Undergraduates at Emory College of Arts and Sciences. Moreover, the Only International Undergraduate Scholarship That Is Awarded Once Every Four Years.
Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology April 2017 – Present Lifetime Membership in a Competitive International Society of Achieving Psychology Scholars and Students.
Alpha Kappa Delta, the International Sociology Honor Society Feb. 2018 – Present Lifetime Membership in a Competitive International Society of Achieving Sociology Academics and Students.
The Dalai Lama Graduate Scholar, Gaden Phodrang Foundation 2021, 2022 Recipient of a Competitive Annual Scholarship Award Presented to 10 Tibetan-Origin Graduate Students From Around the World.

NPI number

1396528006

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.67

Wait time

4.87

Bedside manner

4.78

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I was looking for in person therapy based more upon a holistic mindful approach. It was really hard to find someone who was still working in person. I feel very grounded and cared for and am getting more in touch with my body on a daily basis.

More than 1 year agoRR

I am in a domestic violence situation and am so scared of leaving because of my kids. We have just started working together, but I already feel that I have practical tools to keep myself and the children safer. I hope I can have the strength to do the right thing.

More than 1 year agoLR

I am transgender and am exploring undergoing medical procedures to make my body more congruent with my gender identity. This is one of the hardest decisions that I will ever have to make and I feel very comfortable exploring what I want to do with my therapist. I highly recommend this practice.

More than 1 year agoJS

I have been through terrible trauma in my life and came to therapy seeking relief from the pain. I have had so much darkness in my life--it was wonderful to find a guide who has begun to bring me lightness and happiness.

More than 1 year agoBB

We started to come here as a couple because our relationship was in shambles. My therapist was so helpful with realistic, useable interventions. We continue to come as a couple and also work individually. I have recommended the practice to many friends and colleagues. You are in good hands!

More than 1 year agoBB

I am so pleased that I came to this practice. They made everything very easy by handling all the paperwork and insurance. I only needed to come and work on me. The office is lovely and always feel safe and comfortable.

More than 1 year agoRA

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