Dr. David Ferrin
Experienced psychologist offering practical, compassionate care
NY Psychologist 010190 New York
- Experience
- 40 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Grief
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About David
Dr. David Ferrin brings four decades of clinical experience to work with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and losses, LGBT-related concerns, addictions, parenting challenges, and ADHD.
Background and approach
He also addresses issues such as abandonment, communication problems, social anxiety, life transitions, chronic health challenges, and matters related to divorce or blended families. His practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and a supportive stance for those taking the step to seek change.
Using a collaborative, person-focused approach, Dr. Ferrin encourages clients to explore thoughts and behaviors that may be limiting daily functioning and personal satisfaction.
He helps people reframe perceptions and develop practical strategies for coping and growth, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered methods. Licensed in New York as NY Psychologist 010190, he combines a long professional history with a calm, empowering manner aimed at helping clients build healthier habits and clearer goals.
People reach out to him when they want concrete tools to manage symptoms, guidance through life changes, or a compassionate space to process difficult emotions. He frames therapy as a partnership in which individuals can develop new skills, strengthen resilience, and move toward more meaningful, functional living.
Practical online therapy rooted in evidence-based approaches
Dr. Ferrin commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. CBT focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and provides tools for symptom reduction and behavioral change.He also integrates client-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening, validation, and building a collaborative, respectful relationship so clients feel understood while exploring personal concerns. This approach supports people who need space to process grief, life transitions, or identity-related issues while working toward clearer goals.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will discuss priorities, preferences, and goals with each person and adapt methods as progress unfolds. This helps ensure techniques match what the client finds most helpful and practical.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and access therapy from a distance while still working with a licensed professional.
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Experience
40+ years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English