Therapist
Erica Frankel, LCSW

I provide in-person sessions in New York City and online therapy throughout New York State.

My approach is practical, hands-on, and client-centered, aiming to foster connection, growth, and resilience in the lives of those I work with.

I bring extensive experience from my time at the National Institutes of Health, Citibank, and Cognition Builders, where I provided real-time, immersive family support in high-stress environments, guiding families and individuals in communication, behavior management, and emotional regulation.

These experiences have shaped my approach to therapy as both action-oriented and deeply relational.

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“I believe that we all heal by connections and feeling supported - something that more traditional therapy usually misses”

My Specialties

Adult ADHD
Relationships
Couples & Marriage Counseling
Family Therapy
Life Transitions and Change
Stress & Resilience Building
Emotion Regulation & DBT Skills
Parent Support and Family Dynamics

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Currently, I am accepting new clients for both online and in-person sessions.

My Journey to Becoming a Therapist

My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by both personal and professional experiences. Growing up, I had a close view of mental health’s impact—my mother is a therapist, and my brother faced his own mental health challenges. From an early age, I understood the power of relationships, empathy, and connection, which ultimately led me to pursue a career in this field.

After studying psychology at Emory University, I completed a research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the Experimental Therapeutics Lab. Here, I contributed to groundbreaking research on treatments for treatment-resistant depression, including some of the earliest studies on ketamine. My experiences at NIH taught me the importance of evidence-based practice and the power of science to inform mental health treatment. I later earned a Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University, specializing in advanced clinical practice and completing intensive training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) under the founders of Behavioral Tech. I then worked with Citi’s Global Campus Team in HR, helping to reshape the company’s approach to employee well-being and retention.

Following my experience in HR & Finance, I joined Cognition Builders and the Hallowell Center, where I provided immersive, in-home support to families, including high-profile clients in high-stress environments as well as Adult ADHD treatment. Through this experience, I gained expertise in real-time behavior management, family systems work, and in-the-moment skills-building to foster lasting change.

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Education, Credentials, & Professional Experience

Master of Social Work (MSW) – Columbia University
Advanced Clinical Practice with a Certificate in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Completed specialized training with Behavioral Tech under the guidance of DBT founders, focusing on practical skills for emotional regulation and resilience-building.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Emory University
Graduated Summa Cum Laude, with a strong foundation in behavioral science and mental health research.
Research Fellowship, Experimental Therapeutics Pathophysiology Branch – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Worked as a research fellow in one of the pioneering labs studying novel treatments for treatment-resistant depression, including ketamine. This role deepened my understanding of evidence-based mental health treatments and the science behind therapeutic interventions.
Clinical Director – Docens
Co-founder and current Clinical Director, providing strategic direction and clinical oversight for the practice. Specialize in Adult ADHD, Couples & Marriage Counseling, and Family Therapy, with an approach that integrates family systems work, DBT, and hands-on, real-time coaching.
Assistant Clinical Director and Family Architect Program Director – Cognition Builders
Led immersive, in-home family support services, working with high-profile clients and families in high-stakes environments. Responsibilities included real-time behavioral interventions, family systems work, and skill-building to foster lasting change within family dynamics.
HR Assistant, Global Campus Team – Citi
Contributed to Citi’s Global Campus Team within HR, assisting in developing and implementing a firm-wide strategy for employee engagement, retention, and well-being. This role taught me the impact of mental wellness within organizational settings and helped me develop skills in managing stress, resilience, and work-life balance.