About Me
As a clinical psychologist and coordinator of the group therapy program at NYU Langone Psychiatry Associates, I am dedicated to helping my patients achieve meaningful and lasting improvements in their mental health. My approach is rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), a short-term, skills-based method that emphasizes collaborative problem-solving and goal setting. I find immense satisfaction in seeing my patients become more relaxed, and experience increased life satisfaction and meaning by the end of therapy.
I specialize in treating executive dysfunction, anxiety, and related disorders, including ADHD, PTSD, OCD, and insomnia. With years of clinical and research experience at various hospitals throughout the NYC area, I have honed my skills in both individual and group psychotherapy. I run CBT skills groups specifically designed to improve executive functioning and manage stress, anxiety, and mood disorders. My extensive training includes specialized internships and fellowships, which have equipped me with the expertise to provide high-quality care.
Throughout my career, I have focused on proactive healthcare engagement, emphasizing the importance of patient research and the value of independent, third-party reviews. My work centers on cognitive-behavioral interventions for ADHD/executive dysfunction and anxiety disorders, therapeutic writing, stepped care service delivery, and promoting treatment engagement. I am committed to fostering strong partnerships with my patients and ensuring a responsive and supportive therapeutic environment.
My journey into psychology was inspired by a desire to understand and alleviate human suffering. I completed my education and specialized training with a focus on evidence-based practices that promote mental health and wellbeing. As part of NYU Langone, I am proud to offer coordinated, seamless care to my patients, whether they are seen in person or virtually through the PSYPACT telepsychology compact.
Conditions and Treatments
Conditions
- acute stress disorder
- adjustment disorder
- agoraphobia
- anxiety disorders
- attention deficit disorder in adults
- attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- excoriation
- generalized anxiety disorder
- obsessive compulsive disorder
- panic disorder
- phobia
- post-traumatic stress disorder
- social anxiety disorder
- stress
- traumatic stress disorder
- trichotillomania
Treatments
- brief psychotherapy
- cognitive and behavioral therapy
- group counseling
- individual therapy
- psychotherapy
- stress management
- trauma therapy
Learn more about conditions we treat at NYU Langone:
Anxiety Disorders , Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder , Post-Traumatic Stress DisorderCredentials
Positions
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine
- Program Coordinator, Group Therapy, NYU Langone Psychiatry Associates
Education and Training
- Fellowship, VA Maryland Health Care System, Clinical Psychology, 2016
- PsyD from Rutgers State University of NJ, 2015
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This provider accepts the following insurance plans.
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Aetna
- Aetna EPO (AMEX employees)
- Aetna POS (American Express Employer)
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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees)
- BCBS EPO (LICH Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (NYU Langone Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (NYU Langone Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
- BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees)
- BCBS PPO - Empire PPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
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United Healthcare
- United Healthcare (NY University Care Plan)
- United Healthcare Choice (AMEX employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (Blackrock employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (CBS employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (Simon
- United Healthcare EPO (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Indemnity (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Nexus (Amex Employees)
- United Healthcare Plus (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Student Resources (NYU)
- United Healthcare Value, Advantage and HDHP (New York University employees)
David J. Austern, PsyD does not accept insurance.
Locations and Appointments
Steven A. Cohen Military Family Center
1 Park Avenue, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10016
Research My Research
Interests
Anxiety, PTSD, OCD
Academic Contact
Academic office
One Park Avenue
Eighth Floor
New York, NY 10016
Phone
Research Interests Timeline
Publications
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Gallagher, Richard; Austern, David
Psychiatric annals. 2024 Jan 01; 54(3):e68-e69
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Austern, David; Cigrang, Jeffrey A; Rauch, Sheila A; Evans, Ashley L
Principle-Based Stepped Care and Brief Psychotherapy for Integrated Care Settings. [S.l.] : Springer, 2018. p.337-348. (3056412)
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Rauch, Sheila A M; Cigrang, Jeffrey; Austern, David; Evans, Ashley
Focus : the journal of lifelong learning in psychiatry. 2017 Oct ; 15(4):406-410