Meet the Team

Erica Gettenberg, MD, is board certified in Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She has expertise in mood, anxiety, relationship issues, and ADHD. 

Cheryl has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has experience treating patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and substance use disorders.  

Lena believes the most important part of patient care is patience, building trust, listening to understand, being empathetic, and great communication.

Megan helps adults struggling with a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder.

Grace is passionate about equity and meets every client with empathy, honoring each person’s highly individualized route to a healing path.

Allison has extensive experience working with individuals living with Depression, Anxiety, BiPolar, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders and other intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Lisa provides evidence-based psychotherapy treatment, including DBT, CBT, family therapy, and couples counseling to a varied client population.

Kristin has worked with a diverse population of patients, utilizing an eclectic therapuetic approach to help clients meet their goals.

Beth Waldorf, LCSW, is a licensed therapist and an integral member of the clinical team at Rappore, a therapy services and medication management practice based in Manhattan, New York.

Christina works with young adults and adults to manage depression, anxiety, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, and interpersonal conflicts.

Rebecca works with people on a variety of challenges, including relationships, anxiety, low self-esteem, and adjusting to life changes.

Shelley supports individuals with a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, anger issues, personality disorders, mood disorders, sleep disorders, trauma, and OCD. 

Kara draws from a person-centered and compassionate approach to therapy in order to confront and overcome mental health challenges.

Jacqueline Burnett, LMSW, is a licensed therapist and a skilled member of the clinical team at Rappore. 

Gloria Lepore, LMSW, is a licensed master social worker and an invaluable member of the clinical team at Rappore, a therapy services and medication management practice based in Manhattan, New York. 

Emily is a licensed therapist who believes in the importance of the clinical relationship. Once a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space is created the client and therapist can collaborate toward individual goals.  

Daniel has received post-graduate training in cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma interventions. He has extensive experience working within higher education settings with college students.

Kelly implements a collaborative approach to help empower her clients to identify personal goals, potential barriers, enact positive changes, and work towards achieving self-determination.

Cristin believes that the goal of therapy is to help her clients obtain the insight and coping skills they need to lead meaningful and satisfying lives. 

Elisa is committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space to support clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders, perinatal disorders, difficult interpersonal relationships, and trauma.

Megan is a therapist who offers clients a holistic approach to support their well-being and healing journeys. 

Elizabeth offers a supportive, empathic, and non-judgmental space to work on your goals.

Karen provides psychotherapy for a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression and mood disorders.

Gigi has experience working with clients to manage depression, anxiety, work stress, and low self-esteem. Gigi often takes a strengths based approach when working with clients.

Miriam Kassow strives to be empathetic, warm and compassionate in her therapeutic relationships, and aims to foster safe spaces for clients to explore themselves with compassion and curiosity.

Dr. Michael B. First is a Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia University and maintains a psychopharmacology and forensic practice in Manhattan.

Gene is a Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and Executive Director of The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital

Jessica is a board-certified OB/GYN, minimally invasive surgeon and women’s healthcare expert.

Betty Jeanne founded and directed the Columbia Day Treatment Program which served patients who struggled to cope with major life crises. 

Marc is an associate professor of medicine at the Columbia University Medical Center. 

Cindy is an expert on the phenomenology of anxiety disorders and major depression.

Brian was profoundly affected by the 9/11 terrorist attacks and was commissioned in the US Army in 2006.  He serves on several boards across healthcare, financial, and technology organizations. 

Dr. Kass served as Clinical Vice Chair and Interim Chair of Columbia University’s Department of Psychiatry, and as Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs at Columbia’s College of Physicians and Surgeons.

David has a diverse legal, financial, and entrepreneurial background, which gives him a unique perspective on business trends, online marketing, and technology interoperability.

Emiliya is the CEO and founder of The Flourishing Center, that is dedicated to increasing the flourishing of individuals, organizations and communities worldwide.

Arun is the founder and President of Advantage Testing, a comprehensive academic tutoring and educational counseling service that specializes in preparing students for college, graduate, and professional school entrance exams.

Sarah is Associate Professor of Clinical Investigation and Chair of The Institutional Review Board (IRB) at The Rockefeller University as well as a Senior Physician at The Rockefeller University Hospital.

Dr. Perea-Henze is the former Deputy Mayor for Health & Human Services for the City of New York.

Chris Rock catapulted to fame as a Saturday Night Live cast member, going on to become an Emmy and Grammy award-winning comedian and entertainer. 

Stuart served as the Chairman for the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences of Baylor College of Medicine and Director of the Psychiatry Department of the Houston Methodist Hospital.

Dr. Jones is a Past President of the Black Psychiatrists of America and a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatry Association.

Arden O’Connor founded the O’Connor Professional Group to address the needs of families and individuals struggling with an array of behavioral health issues, including addiction, mental health disorders, eating disorders, learning, and other developmental challenges.