Robin Young Ph.D.
Dr. Robin Young is a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst in private practice for more than 45 years. She is a clinical supervisor, training analyst, instructor and consultant.
Dr. Young is on the faculty of New York University and various psychoanalytic training institutes, including the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis, the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy, and the Stephen Mitchel Relational Study Center.
My approach
I listen warmly and carefully, intervene tactfully, and ultimately aim to help you feel understood and, in return, understand yourself.
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Psychotherapy research has demonstrated that the most critical factor determining successful outcomes in your therapy is building a trusting relationship with your therapist. We will build a trusting relationship. If we can’t, I will gladly refer you to someone who might better help you establish this with them. Through more than 45 years of clinical work, as well as my doctoral studies and research work, I’ve established a solid foundation in psychotherapeutic methods and tools and contributed to the field of psychoanalysis.​
​I offer my clients the latest and most relevant therapeutic tools that will be most helpful in each situation. At the same time, I aim to build our therapeutic relationship one session at a time through a warm, gentle, and compassionate approach.
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I understand that emotional distress is complex and not fun, and I know that learning to be more proactive instead of reactive takes commitment and patience. I’m passionate and dedicated because I have witnessed how people find relief from distressing emotions and ultimately achieve the balance in life they’re seeking.
Education
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New York University, Ph.D.
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Columbia University, M.S.S.W.
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New York University, B.A.
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National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis Certification in Psychoanalysis (Senior Supervising and Training Analyst
Licenses
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New York State Clinical Social Work
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New York State Psychoanalyst
Memberships
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American Psychological Association, Division 39
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International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy
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American Association for Psychoanalysis and Clinical Social Work
Methods of Treatment
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Individual Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
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Individual Psychoanalysis
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Couples therapy
Professional Journals I Have Published in
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The Psychoanalytic Review
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Psychoanalytic Perspectives
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Clinical Social Work
Book
Dissemination of Knowledge: Are Clinicians Learning and Using the Revised Psychoanalytic Theories of Female Development
Presentations
Dr. Young has presented on various subjects nationally and internationally in Argentina, France, Israel, and Spain. Please use the contact form to discuss a presentation for your group.
Research
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Mother/Infant Dyad
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Revised Psychoanalytic Theories of Female Development