I am a therapist in New Paltz offering individual and couples therapy. I help clients gain insight into the patterns that may be keeping them stuck and support them in creating meaningful, lasting change.
With over 20 years of experience as a psychologist, I create an approach centered on your unique needs, goals, and strengths. Depending on what will work best for you, I may incorporate psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), humanistic approaches, and other evidence-based methods.
Therapy is a collaboration. I provide the knowledge, framework, and support, and you guide the pace and focus. Together, we create a path tailored to your needs and goals.
Everything you share in therapy stays private. My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can speak openly about anything and be truly heard.
Therapist New Paltz | Dr. Mark Balaban
Some patterns are hard to shift on your own. Despite your best efforts, familiar patterns keep resurfacing, leaving you frustrated, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy offers a space to understand what’s really happening, implement change, and move towards a better future.
My approach to therapy is focused on you as a unique individual, taking into account your strengths, challenges, and specific circumstances. My understanding of people comes through a psychodynamic therapy lens, and we collaboratively create a plan for meaningful growth and lasting change. This often involves working to understand the underlying patterns and experiences that shape how you think, feel, and relate to others. As a therapist, I focus on helping you gain deeper insight into these processes, creating the foundation for meaningful, lasting change.
In addition, I draw from a wide range of therapeutic approaches in my New Paltz practice, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Humanistic approaches. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Rather than applying a fixed method, I tailor the work to your individual needs, goals, and strengths.
I bring careful attention, curiosity, and respect to each session. You will be met as a whole person, with your own history, perspective, and voice—not reduced to a diagnosis or a set of symptoms.
I welcome you to reach out for a complimentary consultation to learn more about setting up therapy sessions in-person at my New Paltz Office or through online teletherapy.
If you have been feeling stuck, anxious, or simply off, this is a space to slow down, understand what is driving it, and find a way forward.
Whether you are caught in the same conflict on repeat or quietly growing apart, couples therapy helps you understand each other better and find your way back together.
When anxiety starts interfering with how you live, work, and connect, it is time to address it properly, and I am here to help you do that.
College brings real pressure, and you do not have to navigate it alone. Help is available at my New Paltz office, just minutes from the SUNY New Paltz campus.
This chapter can raise questions about identity, purpose, and what comes next. I offer experienced, thoughtful support for exactly that.
If low moods have been weighing you down longer than they should, therapy can help you understand why and find your way back to yourself.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist · New Paltz, NY
I am an experienced therapist in New Paltz, licensed as a psychologist by the state of New York, with a history of supporting adults at every stage of life—from young adults in their 20s exploring their identities, to those in their 50s and beyond seeking clarity and purpose.
I draw on my experience and expertise to create a personalized therapeutic experience. I listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions, and bring both clinical knowledge and genuine compassion to every session—helping clients gain insight, develop coping strategies, and make meaningful, lasting change.
Our first session is an open conversation. You tell me what you’re here for. I ask you some questions so I can get a feel for your history, what you’re hoping for, and what you’d like to get out of the therapeutic process. At the end of the session, we can discuss the path forward.
Yes. I provide teletherapy for individuals and couples within the state of New York using a HIPAA-compliant platform. The level of care is the same for in-person therapy.
I am an out-of-network provider, which allows me to offer greater privacy and flexibility in our work together. If you wish, I can provide documentation for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. My usual fee is $250 per session. Please feel free to reach out with questions about fees or the reimbursement process.
It varies based on what you are working on and what you are hoping to achieve. Some people are able to work through their goals in a short-term engagement, while others find that longer-term therapy is the way to go. I will work closely with you to ensure that the therapy stays focused and that we are moving in the direction you'd like to go.
Yes, working with college students is an area of specialization for my practice. I'm within walking distance of SUNY New Paltz, and I have 10 years of experience as the Director of Counseling at local college in the Hudson Valley. I'm well aware of the unique pressures that college students are under, and I'm experienced at helping young adults through this stage of their lives.
If you have been looking for a therapist in New Paltz you can trust, this is the place to start. I offer a complimentary initial consultation so you can get a feel for the process before committing to anything.
I offer in person sessions at my office in New Paltz. It is nearby Main Street and a short walk from SUNY New Paltz. Parking is available, and the office is fully accessible. Teletherapy is also available for convenience or those at a distance.