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Meet Dr. Adler
Michael Adler, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Monsey, New York, where he works with individuals, couples, and parents of treatment resistant children. He treats a broad range of emotional and relational challenges and specializes in addictions.
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Dr. Adler’s training includes experience at The Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai Roosevelt, where he trained across both inpatient and intensive outpatient settings. He integrates multiple evidence-based approaches, including IFS, CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, CRAFT, and EMDR, tailoring therapy to the needs of each client. He is known for bringing a warm, open, curious, and authentic presence to his clinical work, helping clients feel both understood and meaningfully challenged.
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With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Adler provides clinical supervision and teaches graduate-level courses on the assessment and treatment of substance use. In addition, he has presented to a wide range of audiences—including clinicians, educators, physicians, and parents—in schools, clinics, and medical settings.
See what clients say about Dr. Adler's work here
Clinical Issues I Treat
Addictions
Anxiety
Couples
Trauma & PTSD
Depression
Anger
Clinical Methodology
Internal Family Systems / IFS
This healing framework involves navigating the various internal parts of the self to foster better emotional integration and psychological well-being.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / CBT
A practical strategy focused on identifying and restructuring unhelpful thought processes to encourage healthier behaviors and lasting recovery.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT
This approach offers specialized tools to navigate overwhelming feelings, minimize harmful habits, and foster stable connections with those around you.
Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy
A specialized technique that uses bilateral stimulation to assist in the processing of painful life events and reducing distressing symptoms.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
This model encourages embracing psychological flexibility and mindfulness to stay focused on meaningful actions despite life's difficult moments.
Community Reinforcement and Family Training
CRAFT aims to improve communication and interaction patterns as well as support engagement with treatment services by working with family members of individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders.
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
A therapy that helps individuals and couples understand and transform emotional patterns to create more secure, connected relationships.
Clinical Supervision, Graduate Teaching & Professional Trainings
With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Adler provides clinical supervision and teaches graduate-level coursework on the assessment and treatment of substance use. He integrates evidence-based approaches including IFS, CBT, and DBT to mentor the next generation of clinicians.
Additionally, he has presented to a wide range of audiences—including clinicians, educators, physicians, and parents—in schools, clinics, and medical settings, sharing his expertise on addiction and emotional challenges.
Presented At:
Ohr Reuven, Tenafly Pediatrics, Achieve Behavioral Health, Ezra Medical Center, Amudim, AOJP
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Dr. Michael Adler Discusses Youth Gambling and Sports Betting on iHeartRadio News
Dr. Michael Adler was interviewed by Sara Lee Kessler, News Anchor-Reporter for iHeartRadio, NBC NewsRadio and 710 WOR NY about the growing problem of gambling among children and young adults. He discusses the risks young people face in today's sports betting environment and the importance of helping parents recognize their children's exposure to gambling. Listen to the iHeartRadio News segment starting at 2:41→
Testimonials on trainings and therapy
I absolutely loved both parts! ... Assessment is my pet peeve so I loved how much time you spent on that. I also loved the practical aspects of the training, and in particular that it was an eclectic based approach ... The way that you fielded questions kept the attendees engaged and that was great! Addiction is a presenting problem that I absolutely never wanted to treat, I am really having second thoughts about that. You really made it seem much less daunting. I would absolutely recommend this training to everyone!Â
Looking forward to future presentations by you!
I think the training really gave a framework for how to look at addictions in a way that is client-centered and helped to undo common misconceptions and judgments about the subject. It showed where there are gaps in assessments and how to assess addictions as simply part of the larger framework of who a person is, and not with a specific agenda. This helped me think about addiction in a broader way. This also helped me clarify how to triage when someone is endorsing addictive behaviors.
Outstanding practitioner of his craft and demonstrates mastery of cognitive based therapy. Empathetic and respectful, I couldn’t have made a better decision in trusting Dr. Adler with my mental care. Never shamed me for feeling my feelings, and allowed me the space and tools to figure out what I needed. Highly recommend.
I saw Michael on a weekly basis for a number of years - both in individual therapy and in group therapy. Michael taught me how to handle and contain my depression & suicidal ideations by using ACT, along with some DBT. Michael skillfully navigated between challenging me to grow and empathizing with me when I went through difficult times. Beyond being a consummate professional, it was clear to me that Michael cared about me as an individual. My opinion of Michael is that he is a stellar psychologist who has his clients best interests first & foremost, and I would recommend him to those looking for a great psychologist.
Is This for You?
Seeking help is a brave first step. You might find therapy particularly helpful if you recognize yourself in any of these common struggles:
You’ve tried to cut back or stop on your own, but find yourself falling back into old patterns.
You and your partner feel stuck in the same arguments, unable to find the connection you once had.
You feel overwhelmed by guilt or shame, making it hard to move forward.
Anxiety or persistent sadness makes it difficult to engage fully in your work, family, or social life.
You feel your life is increasingly organized around a substance or behavior, and hiding your use has become an exhausting burden.
You are ready to explore your internal world and build new skills for a more resilient future.
You aren't even sure you want to stop
You want to better understand yourselfÂ
What Working Together
Looks Like
The process of starting therapy is collaborative, strictly confidential, and designed to feel safe from your very first reach out.
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Reach Out
Send an email or leave a voicemail. This initial contact is completely low-pressure and confidential.
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Phone Consultation
We will have a brief, free conversation to discuss your needs and ensure we are a good fit for working together.
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First Sessions
During our initial meetings, we will explore your history and begin to outline your goals for treatment.
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Ongoing Work
We will meet regularly, building skills and fostering self-awareness within a collaborative and supportive relationship.
If you have questions about the process, please feel free to reach out directly below.