Dr. Gefen is a NYS licensed psychologist and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist.  A graduate of Barnard College, Columbia University, she holds an MS. Ed in School Psychology and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the City University of New York Graduate Center. Dr. Gefen has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of psychological and emotional difficulties, including depression, anxiety and ADHD. She is also skilled at teaching positive coping strategies for stress management utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.  Prior to joining CBPNY, Dr. Gefen worked at Columbia University Medical Center (NYSPI), in public and private schools, and in outpatient therapy centers where she has successfully helped her clients reach their treatment goals. In addition to her dedication to clinical work, Dr. Gefen is an adjunct Assistant Professor at NYU and at Hunter College where she teaches graduate courses in counseling and education.