What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.00
Average wait time
1.00
Bedside manner
1.00
About Zev Berkowitz
Focus areas
Anxiety Disorder
Couples Therapy
Relationship Struggles
Betrayal Trauma
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Sex Addiction
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Panic Attack
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Families
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Gottman Method
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Relational
Family / Marital
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Zev Berkowitz
Zev Berkowitz, LCSW
Are you struggling with anxiety, relationship problems, trust issues, infidelity, communication challenges, or feeling stuck in patterns that aren't working? With more than 25 years of experience, I help individuals and couples develop practical tools to create meaningful and lasting change.
I specialize in couples therapy, helping partners improve communication, rebuild trust after betrayal, navigate conflict, strengthen intimacy, and reconnect emotionally. I am certified in the Gottman Method and Imago Relationship Therapy and have extensive training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma treatment, and relationship-focused interventions.
In addition to couples work, I help individuals struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, life transitions, and compulsive behaviors that may be affecting their personal lives or relationships.
My style is warm, direct, practical, and collaborative. I believe therapy should be more than just talking about problems—it should provide insight, effective tools, and a roadmap for lasting growth.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your relationship, I look forward to helping you move toward a healthier, more connected, and more fulfilling life.
What should a new client know about working with you?
If you’re feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in painful patterns—whether in your relationship or within yourself—you’re not alone. I work with individuals and couples facing some of life’s hardest moments: infidelity, compulsive behaviors, constant conflict, or the quiet distance that’s grown between you and someone you love.
In our work together, you can expect a direct, compassionate approach. I create a space where you can speak honestly, feel heard without judgment, and start to make sense of what’s really happening. With over 25 years of experience and advanced training in Imago and Gottman therapy, CBT and others, I help clients rebuild trust, improve communication, and reconnect—with each other and with themselves.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to the unique needs of each client or couple. During our first few sessions, I focus on getting to know you, understanding what brings you to therapy, identifying your goals, and developing a clear roadmap for how we will work together.
For individuals, we explore the patterns, thoughts, emotions, and experiences that may be contributing to anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, or other challenges. Together, we work to build insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful change both inside and outside of sessions.
For couples, I strive to create an environment where both partners feel heard, understood, and respected. Rather than determining who is right or wrong, my goal is to help couples identify the cycles that keep them stuck, improve communication, rebuild trust, strengthen emotional connection, and develop healthier ways of navigating conflict.
I draw from evidence-based approaches including Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed interventions. Therapy often includes practical tools, communication exercises, skill-building, and strategies that clients can begin using immediately in their daily lives.
My clients often tell me they appreciate that I am warm, engaging, and supportive while also being direct and solution-focused. I believe therapy should provide not only understanding and insight, but also concrete tools that help people create lasting change in their relationships and overall well-being.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $225 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $225 for 60 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Initial Session Rate for Individuals-$225
Initial Session Rate for Couples- $225
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New York University, Master's in Clinical Social Work
- Long Island University Brooklyn (Clinical and School Psychology)
- Queens College, City University of New York, Psycholgy
Professional memberships
- American Psychopathological Association
NPI number
1205017167
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.00
Wait time
1.00
Bedside manner
1.00
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Never got a link sent to me for the video chat I had to call to reschedule it myself terrible service
November 17, 2025Michael P.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Zev Berkowitz work with?
Zev Berkowitz works with Online Virtual Counselors.
What are common reasons for patients to see Zev Berkowitz?
Zev Berkowitz frequently sees patients for Behavioral Therapy, Couples Therapy, Depression, Marriage Counseling, and Sex Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Zev Berkowitz on their profile.
What languages does Zev Berkowitz speak?
Zev Berkowitz speaks English.
How do patients rate Zev Berkowitz in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Zev Berkowitz. The overall rating for this doctor is 4/5. They have a 1/5 rating for bedside manner and a 1/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.