Pauline Bergstein

Dr. Pauline Bergstein, a psychologist with a PhD, has dedicated over twenty years to the clinical practice of psychotherapy. Her admiration for the resilience and tenacity of the human spirit shines through in her work. Recognizing the extraordinary capacity individuals possess to navigate challenges — whether they are significant or subtle, acute or chronic — Dr. Bergstein honors the journeys of those she treats, celebrating their potential for positive change under supportive circumstances. Her extensive training across various modalities, including cognitive-behavioral techniques, informs her practice; however, her profound understanding of human experience predominantly stems from her background in psychoanalysis. Dr. Bergstein has cultivated a specialization in trauma and is adept in administering EMDR to individuals grappling with PTSD and dissociative disorders. She works with adolescents, adults, and families, addressing disorders that often begin in adolescence yet linger into adulthood, such as eating disorders, substance abuse, self-harm, and issues of gender and sexual identity. Additionally, she supports clients with anxiety concerns and mood disorders, embodying a compassionate and integrative therapeutic approach. Her commitment to facilitating meaningful change in her clients' lives remains at the heart of her practice.