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Avi Miodownik, Psy.D.

Avi Miodownik, Psy.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in individual and couples therapy. I work with adults and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship conflict, and the consequences of traumatic experiences. I also work with individuals seeking a deeper understanding of themselves. Much of how I think about people, relationships, and psychotherapy is rooted in relational psychodynamic theory, which emphasizes nonjudgmental curiosity about one's thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns within the context of a therapeutic relationship.

I have extensive training in numerous psychotherapy models and value anything that may help ease suffering. Importantly, I believe that the most humane and person-centered treatments offer flexibility and draw upon a variety of evidence-based interventions.

I know that, for some, engaging with psychotherapy can feel unfamiliar, but my goal is to make it simple and build trust together. I try to clarify the process to cultivate a mutual sense of trust, security, and transparency. I welcome people from all backgrounds, and I bring a particular passion for working with older adults and members of the LGBTQ+ community.


Education
Rutgers University Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
Fellowship
VA NY Harbor Healthcare System – Brooklyn Campus Postdoctoral Fellowship in Geropsychology
Clinical Training
  • Zucker Hillside Hospital / Long Island Jewish Medical Center
  • Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
  • United Family & Children's Society
  • Counseling, ADAPS, and Psychological Services - Rutgers University
Specialized Training
Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship New York Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy
Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for Cancer Care Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depression Zucker Hillside Hospital / Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Practice Locations
  • New YorkIn-Person & Telehealth
  • New JerseyTelehealth
  • FloridaTelehealth