Caryn DePinna

Caryn DePinna is a Psychologist in New York City specializing in mood disorders, attachment issues, trauma, and women’s issues. Dr. DePinna’s extensive experience in behavioral psychology is rooted in her ongoing work within the New York City Public School District, where she supervises school-based clinicians and oversees crisis intervention and mental health support for schools.

During therapy sessions, Dr. DePinna adopts an integrative approach that draws from Cognitive Behavioral Theory (CBT), Attachment Theory, and Strengths-Based Therapy. Additionally, she incorporates mindfulness into her practice, encouraging clients to establish a strong mind-body connection throughout the therapeutic process. By making healthy lifestyle changes, clients can achieve a sense of balance in both their personal and professional lives. Dr. DePinna also equips her clients with effective coping skills, empowering them to manage moments of distress that may arise in various settings, such as school, home, or work.

Dr. DePinna completed her Master’s Degree in School Psychology from CUNY Brooklyn and her Doctorate Degree in School and Community Psychology from Hofstra University. Having worked across a variety of school-based and community mental health clinic settings, Dr. DePinna has many years of expertise working with children, adults, and families from a diversity of backgrounds.