Jennifer B. Naidich, PhD, B.C.E.T.S.

Dr. Jennifer B. Naidich is a Clinical and School Psychologist with over three decades of experience specializing in complex and developmental trauma, mood disorders, and high-functioning individuals experiencing chronic psychological stress. She is board certified in traumatic stress and received advanced training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) under Albert Ellis, the 2nd most influential physiologist of the century, integrating cognitive-behavioral methods within a trauma-informed, developmentally attuned clinical framework. Dr. Naidich’s approach emphasizes understanding and reframing thought patterns that contribute to distress while providing practical tools for long-term emotional and behavioral resilience.

Dr. Naidich maintains a concierge-level private practice in Manhattan and is frequently referred to by physicians, psychiatrists, and medical specialists for complex diagnostic presentations, treatment-resistant conditions, and psychologically sophisticated patients. Over the course of her career, she has also taught at St. John’s University and Mount Sinai Medical Center for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, sharing her expertise with the next generation of clinicians. She is a Fellow and Training Faculty member at the Albert Ellis Institute and holds additional certifications in stress management and traumatic stress, reflecting her commitment to professional excellence and mentorship in psychology.

In her practice, Dr. Naidich treats a wide spectrum of concerns, including trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, relationship challenges, and stress-related difficulties. Known for her warm, collaborative, and active-directive style, she works closely with clients to help them move beyond symptom relief toward genuine psychological growth. Whether through in-person sessions or teletherapy, her goal is to guide clients toward greater clarity, resilience, and overall well-being.

• B.A. in Psychology, Cum Laude, from Boston University
• Dual M.A., with Distinction and Ph.D. in Clinical and School Psychology from Hofstra University

• Board Certified in Stress Management
• Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress
• Licensed Psychologist in the State of New York
• Officially Qualified in the Practice of REBT (Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy) Methods
• Certifications as a Supervisor in the specialties of: Treatment of Addictions, Family, Child and Adolescent Therapy, and Advanced Training in REBT
• Licensed School Psychologist, New York State
• Board-Certified Diplomate in Traumatic Stress, American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress

• Featured Clinician, America's Best in Medicine (2025-2026)

• Psi Chi National Honor Society
• A Fellow and Training Faculty of the Albert Ellis Institute, trained under the direct mentorship of Albert Ellis

Terjesen, MD., DiGuiseppe, R., & Naidich, J.B. (1997). REBT for anger and hostility. In J. Yankura & W. Dryden (Eds.), Using REBT with common psychological problems (pp. 158-196). New York: Springer. 

Naidich, J.B. & Motta, R.W. (2000), PTSD-Related symptoms in women with breast cancer. Journal of Psychotherapy in Independent Practice. 1 (1), 35-54