NOTICE: Dr. Ufford is currently accepting new clients for individual therapy and parenting support during daytime hours only. There is a waiting list for afterschool appointments.
Welcome!
Dr. Amber Ufford
I am a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, ADHD, and behavioral challenges. I specialize in evidence-based treatments for social anxiety, specific phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and disruptive behavior disorders. Beyond symptom management, I support clients through major life transitions, including parenting, perinatal and postpartum adjustments, and the shift to college life. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping individuals break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, and create a life aligned with their values and overall well-being.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (E/RP), Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). When appropriate, I also integrate skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into individual therapy, though I do not offer comprehensive DBT at this time.
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No one should have to struggle alone. Therapy should be a space where you feel safe, supported, and free from judgment or shame. My goal is to provide a compassionate and structured environment where clients can learn practical tools, develop new coping strategies, and move toward a more fulfilling life. My approach is grounded in the latest research and evidence-based practices, incorporating mindfulness and self-compassion to support lasting change.
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I offer in-person appointments at my Brooklyn office three days a week, as well as secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth services. Research shows that telehealth is an effective way to treat anxiety, mood disorders, and behavioral concerns, providing flexibility and accessibility. I am licensed to provide therapy in both New York and Connecticut.
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I specialize in evidence-based treatments for a range of emotional and behavioral problems for children, adolescents, and adults. Individual treatment options include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (E/RP), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness- and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-informed therapy.
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Treatment options include Parent Management Training (PMT), Behavior Parent Training (BPT), Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), in addition to general parent coaching. I provide parents with evidence-based tools to become more skilled at managing challenging behaviors while enhancing their relationship with their child, teen, or young adult. I also help parents increase loving support while reducing unhelpful accommodations.
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I utilize Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Family Based Treatment (FBT) in my approach, depending on the treatment goals. Family therapy can help family members improve communication and decrease ineffective behavior patterns. Family therapy can also help families better support their loved one as they meet their therapy goals.
Address
792 Union Street, Floor 2
Brooklyn, NY 11215
914-257-7178