Ellen Mendel, L.C.S.W. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in psychotherapy for individuals and couples.
With over 30 years experience as a clinician, and a graduate of New York Univerity she is in private practice in New York City working with clients who have a broad spectrum of psychological issues. She has presented at National Conferences and to general audiences on topics ranging from Self Nurturing and Wellness Issues; Stress Management; Taking Care of the Care Giver; Birth Order in the Family and on the Job; Decision Making; and Issues relating to Chronic Lateness.
Ellen Mendel is a holistic, interactive, Adlerian psychotherapist. Her treatment approach is to provide understanding, support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. She incorporates a blend of conventional and alternatives approaches, drawing upon a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity, compassion and encouragement she works with each client to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
Education
M.S.W. New York University; M.Ed. Columbia Teachers' College; M.S, Hunter College.
Additional Training
The Alfred Adler Institute of New York
License
Clinical Social Work
Certification
Marriage and Family Therapy
(Adlerian) Psychoanalysis
Professional Activities and Memberships
President of the Alfred Adler Institute of NY
Board Member of ABAP
Former Board Member the National Assoc. for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis
Member of the:
New York Association of Clinical Social Workers
American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
Metropolitan Chapter of AAMFT
North American Society of Adlerian Psychology