In-person in Monmouth County, New Jersey; telehealth for adults in New York City and throughout New Jersey and New York. Additional PSYPACT eligibility is confirmed individually.
Adult therapy · New York City & New Jersey
You may be managing a lot on the outside while feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck on the inside. This is a place to slow down, be understood, and work toward change with thoughtful, individualized support.
New to therapy or returning to it? You are welcome to ask questions before deciding.
In-person in Monmouth County, New Jersey; telehealth for adults in New York City and throughout New Jersey and New York. Additional PSYPACT eligibility is confirmed individually.
Licensed in New Jersey and New York; PSYPACT authorized. Location eligibility and availability confirmed before scheduling.
Ways to Work Together
Working together means more than talking about what is difficult. It means understanding your needs and choosing a thoughtful way forward.
Individual Psychotherapy
Dr. Pensak provides evidence-based individual psychotherapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship stress, postpartum mental health, cancer, caregiving, and major life transitions.
Sessions may draw from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance-based approaches, mindfulness, behavioral medicine, and relational work. Treatment is shaped around the person—not a rigid protocol.
Care is available in person in Monmouth County, New Jersey, with telehealth options for clients located in New Jersey, New York, and PSYPACT-participating states when licensure, clinical fit, and availability align.
Anxiety · OCD · Depression
Explore adult anxiety therapy, OCD treatment, and depression treatment with a licensed clinical psychologist serving New York City and New Jersey.
For adults whose worry, overthinking, or fear is making daily life feel harder. Therapy creates space to understand anxiety patterns and practice ways of responding that support the life you want to live.
How the work may help
Depending on your needs, treatment may draw on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance-based approaches, mindfulness, and carefully planned exposure work.
For adults dealing with intrusive thoughts, compulsions, reassurance-seeking, or a persistent need for certainty. A thoughtful assessment helps distinguish OCD from other concerns and shape an individualized treatment plan.
How the work may help
Exposure and response prevention (ERP), a form of CBT used for OCD, may be part of the work when clinically appropriate. The approach is collaborative, with a clear rationale and room for your questions.
For adults experiencing low mood, loss of interest, low motivation, or a sense of being stuck. Therapy can address patterns in thoughts, behavior, and relationships while considering the context of your life.
How the work may help
Treatment may include cognitive-behavioral strategies, supportive and relational work, and practical steps toward meaningful activities and connections, based on your needs and goals.
What working together can feel like
My approach is warm, direct, curious, and collaborative. I bring clinical expertise; you bring knowledge of your own life. We work together, with room for your questions, your pace, and your priorities.
Clinical depth, thoughtfully applied
Dr. Pensak’s advanced training includes Yale School of Medicine and Harvard / Massachusetts General Hospital. Her clinical and research background spans anxiety, behavioral medicine, psycho-oncology, caregiving, and maternal mental health.
Meet Dr. PensakNYC & New Jersey · Private-practice therapy
For professionals and adults balancing work, relationships, family, and the pressure to keep everything together. You can be capable and successful—and still deserve a place to focus on yourself.
New York City · Telehealth
Online therapy for adults located in New York City, including Manhattan and Brooklyn. The practice welcomes inquiries from the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Tribeca, and beyond.
Dr. Pensak is licensed in New York. NYC care is offered through telehealth, not a New York City office, when clinical fit and current availability align.
New Jersey · In person & telehealth
In-person psychotherapy in Monmouth County, New Jersey, and telehealth options across the state. Welcoming inquiries from Rumson, Fair Haven, Little Silver, Red Bank, Summit, and Short Hills.
The in-person practice is in Monmouth County; other New Jersey communities are served through eligible telehealth, not additional local offices.
Anxiety, OCD, and depression treatment are individualized. Please confirm location eligibility, clinical fit, fees, and availability before scheduling.
Ask about working togetherAreas of Focus
The practice welcomes adults across the lifespan, including people who are not parents. Maternal mental health is one area of expertise, not the only reason to reach out.
A first step, not a commitment
Finding a therapist is a personal decision. Start with a conversation about what you need and whether working together makes sense.
A short note is enough. Availability and fit are confirmed before scheduling.
Send a short, non-sensitive note. You do not need the perfect words or a detailed personal history to ask about therapy.
Discuss your questions, current availability, location, and fees so you can make an informed decision about care.
If you begin therapy, the first sessions focus on understanding your concerns and setting goals that matter to you.
Fees & Policies
You are welcome to ask about fees, insurance, and scheduling. Current availability, rates, and location eligibility are discussed before care begins.
Current rates are discussed directly during the initial consultation. Reduced-fee services may be available on a limited basis for financial hardship.
Dr. Pensak is an out-of-network provider. Payment is due at the time of service, and a superbill can be provided for possible reimbursement.
At least 24 hours’ notice is requested for cancellations. Late cancellations and missed appointments are charged the full session fee.
Payment is due at the time of service. Out-of-network benefits vary by plan and are not guaranteed; please contact your insurer directly to understand coverage, deductibles, and reimbursement.
Questions before you begin
Here are a few common questions about the practice. If you do not see yours, you are welcome to ask.
The best therapist for you is someone whose training, approach, and clinical experience fit your needs—and with whom you feel comfortable asking questions. Consider licensure, experience with anxiety, OCD, or depression, how treatment goals are set, and practical factors such as fees and location. A conversation about fit is more useful than a universal ranking. Dr. Pensak welcomes questions about whether her practice is right for you.
No. You can be new to therapy, returning after time away, or simply unsure what kind of support you need. A brief inquiry can start a conversation about fit. You do not need to share sensitive clinical details through this website.
No. Dr. Pensak provides individual psychotherapy for adults across the lifespan, including people who are not parents. Her work includes anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship stress, health concerns, caregiving, and major life transitions. Maternal mental health is one area of specialization, not the whole practice.
The early sessions are a chance to discuss what brings you to therapy, your history, and what you want to work toward. You and Dr. Pensak consider the treatment approach and goals together, with room for your questions and preferences.
Her approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based. Depending on your needs, treatment may draw on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance-based approaches, mindfulness, behavioral medicine, and relational work. The approach is individualized rather than one-size-fits-all.
In-person care is offered in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Telehealth may be available for adults located in New Jersey, New York, and PSYPACT-participating states, depending on authorization, clinical fit, and availability. Please confirm eligibility for your location before scheduling.
Dr. Pensak is an out-of-network provider. Current fees are discussed directly before care begins. A superbill can be provided for possible reimbursement, but insurance benefits vary and reimbursement is not guaranteed. Contact your insurer to understand your coverage.
Postpartum mental health
RATTLED is an evidence-based resource for expecting and new parents. Psychotherapy offers individualized assessment and treatment. A brief inquiry can help clarify which next step may fit your needs.
Other professional inquiries
Focused guidance for parents, professionals, clinicians, health systems, and organizations seeking science-backed support through complex transitions.
Consultation and coaching are distinct from psychotherapy and are clearly scoped at the outset.
Professional inquiryEngaging keynotes, expert commentary, workshops, and interviews on matrescence, maternal mental health, anxiety, and the postpartum brain.
Speaking and media appearances provide public education, not individualized treatment.
Professional inquiryWhenever you are ready
A brief initial note is enough. Please do not include highly sensitive clinical details in the contact form.