Dr. Anton Armbruster

Seasoned psychologist blending insight with practical skills

NY Psychologist 008785 New York

Experience: 40 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Anton

Dr. Anton Armbruster brings four decades of clinical practice as a New York licensed psychologist to his work, blending empirical approaches with a broad appreciation for depth and meaning.

Background and approach

He draws on an integrative toolbox that includes cognitive-behavioral methods alongside experiential and affect-focused techniques, tailoring interventions to each client’s needs rather than applying a fixed protocol.

His practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, trauma and abuse, career and motivation, sleep problems, and ADHD, as well as complex issues such as attachment wounds, chronic illness, caregiver stress, and existential questions.

He aims to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored carefully and insight can emerge. Clients can expect a collaborative process that honors individual style and goals, with an emphasis on building resilience, practical coping skills, and a clearer sense of meaning.

With a background that spans psychological theory and neuroscience, he offers seasoned perspective while working to match methods to what will best serve each person.

Integrating CBT and Attachment Work Online

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and helps people develop skills to change unhelpful patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes values-based action and learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, which can be helpful for coping with life changes and persistent distress. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns that developed early in life and how they affect current relationships and emotional regulation, often bringing insight into recurring interpersonal difficulties.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust the mix of methods according to needs and preferences rather than imposing a single model. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to practical change and deeper understanding.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or to connect across distances. These formats support consistent access to licensed professionals and allow the therapeutic work - skill building, values exploration, and relational insight - to continue in ways that accommodate each client’s life and rhythm.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

He works with a broad set of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, ADHD, and career or relationship-related challenges.

What is his therapeutic style and approach?

His approach is integrative and client-guided, combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with experiential, affective, and depth-oriented methods to fit each person’s needs.

How much professional experience does he have?

He has 40 years of professional experience as a practicing psychologist.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is licensed as NY Psychologist 008785 and practices from New York.

Does he work with clients who live outside the United States?

International clients are accepted, and language of service is English.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Self esteem Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepression ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobias Post-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyHypnotherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

40+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English