Faculty Experts: Mental Health

Annecy Baez, Ph.D., MSW, LCSW

Areas of Expertise

College mental health, Latino mental issues, depression/anxiety, suicide prevention, trauma, domestic violence, mindfulness and spirituality in therapy

Renee Blinder, LCSW

Areas of Expertise

Addiction & Rehabilitation, Counseling, Psychotherapy

Allison Bobick, MSW, LCSW

Areas of Expertise

Anxiety disorders, bereavement, depression, trauma-related issues, information and treatment for cult involvement

Nancy Gallina, Ph.D., MSW

Areas of Expertise

Gangs, parenting, ADHD, childhood disorders, impact of nutrition on childhood disorders, autism, cyberspace, transitioning through divorce (parents and children)

Frank Gardener, Ph.D., ABPP

Areas of Expertise

Sport psychology, mindfulness-based interventions, anger and violence research and treatment

Steven Huberman, Ph.D.

Areas of Expertise

Aging, parenting, changing demographics of New York City, key issues facing Jewish community, management

Naomi Klapper, M.A., L.M.H.C.

Areas of Expertise

Parenting, Marriage, Dating, Relationships, Stress Management, Addiction, Childhood Disorders, Psychology, Mental Health

Faye Walkenfeld, Ph.D.

Areas of Expertise

Development, parenting, attachment, memory, cognitive development, Jewish, religious and cultural identity