About Reuben

As both a therapist and an active visual artist, I understand growth and change as something that unfolds over time, often in new and surprising ways.

My training and practice are rooted in mindfulness and compassion-focused psychology. This is a trauma-informed, integrative perspective that draws from multiple approaches including psychodynamic, feminist, and cognitive-behavioral therapies, and concepts and practices drawn from Buddhist psychology. This provides a practical, holistic, and non-judgmental framework that develops the ability to separate from unhelpful thought patterns, stay present with difficult emotions, and respond with greater clarity, steadiness, and self-compassion.

In addition to graduate degrees in counseling and art, I completed a two-year post-grad fellowship with Contemplative Psychology. I’m certified in Contemplative Care from the New York Zen Center, provided care to patients at the Brooklyn Hospital Center, and trained in Buddhist Psychotherapy at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. I recently presented on “Religious and Spiritual Competency for Mental Health Counselors” at The City College of New York.

While my methodology is secular and non-religious, I welcome all forms of spirituality and religion, including none. Sometimes being a human is mysterious, and we are more than our thoughts and stories.

I’ve worked with a diverse range of clients across different cultural, racial, and ethnic backgrounds, sexualities, ages, and gender identities. My goal is to create a space that is caring, collaborative, and open.

If you’re interested in working together, schedule a free 20-minute phone call.