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Patricia Fernandez

New York
Psychologist
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Practice at a Glance
SPECIALTIES
Autism +
STYLE
Safe
Thoughtfully Challenging
Flexible
Reflective

About

Welcome to my page. I live in and am licensed as a psychologist in New York State.  As a clinician, I believe that my years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults across diverse settings, including schools, residential treatment programs, juvenile justice systems, outpatient therapy, and corporate environments will allow me to create a safe space where you can tell your unique story. My experience has also given me a broad understanding of the unique challenges you and others may face throughout different stages of life.

Education & Licensure
B.A. in Psychology-Barnard College/Columbia University; M.A. in Psychology from the New School for Social Research; Ed.M in Counseling Psychology from Teachers College/Columbia University; Ph.D. from New York University
Treatment Approach
What motivated you to specialize in working with autistic adults?

My motivation to work with neurodivergent clients stems from striving throughout my career to provide individualized and thorough clinical services/assessments that can help you identify strengths, clarify your areas of need, and guide recommendations for treatment, educational planning, and personal growth.

How do you bring a strengths-based, affirming approach to your client work?

I believe that a comprehensive psychological assessment requires a collaborative, client-centered and strength-based approach focused on helping you to gain understanding, obtain support, and offer practical solutions. I will work to help you identify and highlight strengths, clarify areas of need, and guide recommendations for treatment, educational planning, and personal growth.  I aim to create a supportive environment where you can feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout the process and reach your full potential.

Practice at a Glance
SPECIALTIES
Autism +
STYLE
Safe
Thoughtfully Challenging
Flexible
Reflective
Patricia Fernandez
New York
Psychologist