Lead your fullest life instead of fearing it
Evidence-based, expert delivered effective therapy for adults, adolescents and older adults
About Us
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The Center for Anxiety Relief is a specialty practice committed to providing the highest quality, compassionate, clinical and wellness psychological services using the latest science delivered with expertise to treat OCD, Perfectionism and other anxiety disorders for adolescents and adults.
What Our Clients Say About Us
“I sat down and was thinking what words I can write that would do justice for all you have done for me. Thank you for helping me overcome my anxiety and become the person I always wanted to be. I truly have no words to describe the gratitude I have for your patience and guidance with me”
- B.H
What Our Clients Say About Us
“I still cannot believe how much time I spent with other therapists and diagnosticians who kept prescribing the same treatment with no effect. You met with me and worked with me and quickly we discovered what seemed to be a subtle difference in my thinking that was trapping me in my OCD. Your careful listening and clear direction has helped me tweak the therapy for me perfectly and take my life back! My family and I are grateful.”
- F.H
What Our Clients Say About Us
“We were so nervous that we were heading toward marital ruin because of my perfectionistic expectations in our marriage. My mentor suggested that we meet you and you helped me and my spouse both learn how to handle my perfectionism. We are closer and stronger than ever and our marriage is EXCELLENT! Thank you”
- E.M
What Our Clients Say About Us
“I DID IT! I CAN”T BELIEVE I EVER THOUGHT I COULDN’T. I had to give that speech to my team in my department and was terrified. But you helped me identify my anxiety and used my techniques to overcome my fear. Your exposure exercises were incredibly helpful too. The presentation was so good my colleagues want me to coach THEM through THEIR presentation fears. What can I say, other than thank you”
- P.R
What Our Clients Say About Us
“When I reached out to you for a consultation, I expected that you would give me the answers to my questions but nothing more. Your professional respect and care helped me realize what I wanted to work on with my case and gave me the confidence to follow through on my treatment plan."
- A.W
What Our Clients Say About Us
“Our entire group really appreciated your presentations. Your mastery of the material coupled with real life examples and fun exercises and a sense of humor was awesome. Please put us down for your next opportunity.”
- H.S
Hi! I'm Dr. Schwartz
I am the Founder and Clinical Director of the Center for Anxiety Relief. I completed my doctorate at Yeshiva University’s Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology and previously worked in a number of private practice, clinical and hospital settings including Center for Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy, Tikvah at Ohel, the Bronx VA Medical Center and Coler-Goldwater Memorial Hospital.