Gina DePalo

My practice is made up of adolescents, young adults, and young professionals. My approach is rooted in psychodynamic treatment, attachment theory, and relational psychotherapy. On the whole, this means my work often focuses on relationships, from earliest to present day, and how one functions and feels within them. I blend CBT, ACT, or mindfulness principles to offer concrete skills for more immediate relief of suffering or relationship enhancement.

While I treat a variety of concerns, I most often see those working through depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship issues. I have a specialty in working with eating and body image concerns. I have niche expertise in working with concerns related to bariatric surgery, GLP-1 use, and significant body change. I approach all eating and body related work through a Health At Every Size (HAES) lens. I am LGBTQIA+ allied and often see those exploring sexual identity, gender, and sexual concerns.

Prior to private practice, I was a staff psychologist at New York University. I work well with undergraduate and graduate students, and have much experience working with the unique experiences and pressures of being a law student. I trained across various settings, from inpatient, CPEP, psychoanalytic institute, and community mental health.