Naomi Arbit(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New York
Anxiety - Existential crisis & challenges- Life transitions-Peak performance- Stress management-Women's issues-
Naomi Arbit
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Professional statement
Dr. Naomi Arbit draws on her training as a psychotherapist, behavioral scientist, mindfulness teacher and coach to support clients to discover and harness powerful inner resources which allow them to grow through challenges and create meaningful change in their lives. She offers teletherapy and telecoaching to clients living in NY, and specializes in anxiety disorders, disordered eating, body image struggles and weight management, perfectionism, life transitions, career and academic challenges, relationships and identity development.
Dr. Arbit sees a diverse range of clients, including adolescents and adults across the lifespan. Dr. Arbit supports her clients in building skills to regulate their emotions and overcome challenges by drawing on evidence based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and mindfulness practices.
She is passionate about teaching clients how to be compassionate towards themselves and integrates Buddhist philosophy into her work. Therapy sessions with Dr. Arbit involve the deepening of insight and self understanding, as well as skill building using evidence based strategies. Her warm, inquisitive and customized approach supports clients in finding pathways towards greater meaning and fulfillment, overcoming emotional and/or relational challenges, reducing perfectionism and changing patterns around addictive behaviors including substance use and overeating. In working with her, clients build resilience and improve their functioning and overall health.
Dr. Arbit earned a Master’s degree in Bioethics from NYU, a Master’s degree in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, a Master’s degree in Applied Physiology and Nutrition and a PhD in Behavioral Nutrition from Columbia University. She has conducted and published pioneering research on eating behavior and is trained to teach Mindful Self Compassion, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 7 years
Silberman School of Social Work, MSW, 2022
Teachers College, Columbia University, PhD, Behavioral Nutrition, 2017
University of Pennsylvania, Masters of Applied Positive Psychology, 2015
Licensure
New York: 117347Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Existential crisis & challenges - Supportive exploration of meaning and purpose in one’s life; finding one’s path in the face of existential anxiety, dread, and feelings of meaninglessness
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
Peak performance - Addressing mental barriers to realizing full potential; overcoming performance anxiety and self-doubt to reach personal and professional goals
Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Teenagers (13-18)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
Naomi Arbit is not in-network with any insurances.
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Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$285 (45min)
- Sliding scale:$220 - $285
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Every other week
Publications
Therapy with Naomi Arbit
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