Randy Specterman, PhD
Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy for Individuals & Families
Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Relationships, Career
As a mindfulness-based therapist, I offer a warm and welcoming space for you to explore yourself and your life experience.
This is the basis for discovering your own capacity to make meaningful change and growth in your life.
My practice integrates the gentle openness of Eastern wisdom with the illuminating methods of Western psychology.
Mindfulness helps cultivate a compassionate presence of mind and body and supports the more active process of Self-inquiry.
Self-inquiry practices are drawn from the fields of Depth Psychology, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Voice Dialogue, Meditative Inquiry, The Work of Byron Katie and somatic therapy methods such as EMDR and Hakomi.
Self-inquiry reveals and releases those beliefs and feelings that are inhibiting a fuller expression of your potential and aspirations.
With greater clarity comes greater capacity for change.
Our meeting time will provide you with a spacious and dynamic atmosphere for self-discovery and life transformation.
I am a California licensed Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience providing Individual, Group, Couples and Family Therapy.
I work with clients of all ages including adolecents and children.
I provide counseling and therapy for a range of presenting concerns in a comfortable, supportive and personalized atmosphere to help you attain the life changes and personal growth you are seeking.
Treatment Specialties:
Depression
Anxiety/OCD and Stress Disorders
Eating Disorders
Trauma Resolution
Grief Counseling
Relationships
Parenting
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Career Assessment and Guidance
Psychodiagnostic Testing
ADHD Testing and Counseling
Spiritual Unfolding
Education/Training
Ph D Counseling Psychology - SUNY Albany
Psychology Intern - VA Medical Center, Syracuse, New York
Additional Trainings and Certifications:
EMDR Levels 1 and 2
The Work of Byron Katie
Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy
Introduction to Hakomi Therapy
Somatic Therapy for Trauma
Bio
I grew up in New York City and graduated from the State University of New York at Albany with a PhD in Counseling Psychology. I am a licensed Psychologist in both New York and California.
I have practiced psychotherapy for over 15 years in mental health clinics, hospital settings, university counseling centers and my own private practice in both New York and California.
My undergraduate and graduate education focused on the Eastern and Western philosophical underpinnings of contemporary psychology.
Through that I discovered the cognitive, emotional, physical and spiritual benefits of a regular meditation and yoga practice which I continue with today.
Consequently I value an integral approach to therapy that supports deep and lasting change.
I continue to expand my training in various methods and theoretical approaches that I find helpful in my practice.
Foremost, I view each person as inherently whole and capable of finding their own way towards life change and inner well being.
I regard myself as a guide in this process supporting each person to discover what is truly healing and vitalizing for themselves and their lives.
Memberships
Professional Organizations:
American Psychological Association
California Psychological Association
Northern California CBT Network
Academy for Eating Disorders
Domestic Violence Treatment APA Network
Payments Accepted
Cash, check, insurance
Hours:Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm
License:CA 23745
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Life Transitions
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Adolescents
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Loneliness
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Anger Management
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Anxiety and Panic
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Marriage Counseling
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Neuropsychological Evaluation / Testing
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Body Image Issues
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Caregiver Issues
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Online / Teletherapy
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Children's Counseling
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Chronic Illness
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Psychological Evaluation / Testing
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Couples
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Relationship Issues
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Depression
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Religious Counseling
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Divorce
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Eating Disorders
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Educational Therapy
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Stress Management
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Gifted / Talented Issues
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Trauma and PTSD
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Grief and Loss
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Women's Issues
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Group Therapy
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Work and Career Issues
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Licenses/Certifications
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Clinical Psychologist
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Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
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EMDR Part 1 and 2 (EMDRIA)
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist (State)
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Licensed Psychologist
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Member, American Psychological Association (APA)
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