Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Bedford, NY
Bedford Psychology is the private practice of Dr. Rita Bender, PsyD, offering comprehensive psychological services tailored to individuals across all stages of life. With expertise in short-term and long-term therapeutic approaches, we specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, complex relationship matters, and neurocognitive assessments. Our practice integrates holistic positive psychology and developmental frameworks to foster meaningful personal growth. Dr. Bender's extensive clinical training and experiencefrom childhood through geriatric careensure personalized, evidence-based support. We serve clients in Bedford, NY, and surrounding areas, providing concierge-like care in a confidential, comfortable environment.Tele-health services expand accessibility while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Our focus on identity development, communication skills, and emotional well-being distinguishes our approach to mental health. We cater to unique needs, including autism diagnostics, work-life balance coaching, and aging-related psychological support. Professional affiliations and ongoing academic engagement ensure our practice remains at the forefront of clinical advancements. For residents of Westchester and Fairfield Counties, Bedford Psychology offers specialized care attuned to local community dynamics.
Services
Child Psychology
Teen Therapy
Adult Counseling
Geriatric Psychology
Psychological Assessments
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized autism diagnostics with ADOS and Social Thinking training
- Our practice serves clients from preschool through centenarian stages
- We provide HIPAA-compliant tele-health services for remote accessibility
- Our therapist has clinical experience across diverse community settings
- We focus on developing practical communication skills for lasting relationships
Services
Child Psychology
Specialized care for childhood conditions including separation anxiety, ADHD, and sensory processing challenges. Expert autism diagnostics using ADOS protocols with comprehensive parent support and school consultation. Holistic approach emphasizes early intervention through evidence-based behavioral strategies. Services include neurocognitive testing interpretation and home/school observational support.
Teen Therapy
Strengths-based therapeutic approach for teens addressing anxiety, depression, and identity development. Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with interpersonal skills training tailored to adolescent social dynamics. Focuses on authentic self-expression and navigating challenges specific to Westchester/Fairfield County communities. Includes comprehensive psychological assessments to identify personal strengths.
Adult Counseling
Targeted psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues using insight-oriented and interpersonal frameworks. Integrates Eriksonian principles to foster personal growth through life stages. Offers work-life balance coaching and mindfulness-based approaches to cultivate meaningful life experiences. Treatment emphasizes self-awareness and relational effectiveness.
Geriatric Psychology
Specialized care for older adults addressing cognitive decline, emotional well-being, and aging-related transitions. Comprehensive neurocognitive assessments for conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Focuses on maintaining quality of life through palliative psychological support and family consultation. Combines gerontological expertise with compassionate, person-centered care.
Psychological Assessments
Full-scale evaluations for intelligence, personality, and neurocognitive functioning across all age groups. Provides second-opinion interpretations of diagnostic results with specialized autism assessment capabilities. Testing services inform personalized treatment plans and educational accommodations. Emphasizes clear, actionable insights for clients and referring professionals.
People
Dr. Rita Bender
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Bender holds a PsyD in Clinical Psychology with post-doctoral training from Yale and Cornell. She specializes in lifespan mental health care, offering evidence-based therapy and assessments for individuals from childhood through senior years. Her practice integrates positive psychology with developmental frameworks.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide therapy for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues across all life stages, plus psychological assessments and autism diagnostics.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider, with services typically reimbursable by health plans offering out-of-network coverage.
Are tele-health appointments available?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-compliant tele-health services for remote therapy and consultation needs.
What areas do you serve?
Our practice serves Bedford, NY and surrounding communities including Armonk, Chappaqua, Greenwich, and New Canaan.
What makes your approach unique?
We combine holistic positive psychology with evidence-based therapies tailored to each client's developmental stage and personal goals.
Do you work with older adults?
Yes, we specialize in geriatric psychology, including cognitive assessments and emotional support for aging-related challenges.
