Dr. Joshua Pilchik provides thoughtful, evidence-based, and trauma-informed care through an integrative biopsychosocial lens. He approaches therapy with warmth and professionalism, believing that meaningful change emerges from a balance of insight, practical skill-building, and authentic connection. Grounded in ethical and culturally responsive practice, he creates a collaborative environment where clients feel supported to navigate life’s challenges and achieve growth.
Dr. Pilchik works across the lifespan while specializing in care for young adults. He maintains a strong foundation in child, adolescent, and family psychology, but frequently works with young adults navigating identity formation, major life transitions, academic or professional stress, anxiety, and trauma. In his work with couples, he offers a grounded space to strengthen communication and process challenges in the relationship.
Joshua Pilchik’s Approach to Therapy
His approach weaves psychodynamic principles with cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based therapies, drawing from behavioral, dialectic, and trauma-informed sources including, but not limited to, CBT, ACT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, and the ARC framework. With a clinical background spanning community health centers, outpatient clinics, school districts, and inpatient psychiatric settings, Dr. Pilchik brings a nuanced understanding of how mental health intersects with developmental and environmental contexts.
Dr. Pilchik completed his predoctoral internship in clinical and community psychology at Yale University while completing his doctoral degree (Psy.D.) in Combined School-Clinical Psychology from Pace University. Dr. Pilchik also obtained an M.S.Ed. from Pace University along with a B.A. in psychology from Columbia University. He remains committed to ongoing professional growth, providing compassionate and affirming care to individuals, couples, and families. He currently sees clients primarily during daytime office hours.
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