I have been working for over 30 years as a clinical psychologist with children, adults and families. Over this period, I have developed expertise as an individual and couples psychotherapist, forensic child custody evaluator, as well as a parent coordinator and educator for divorcing families. Furthermore, I have been involved in training judges, attorneys, physicians and school personnel about the effect of divorce and child custody disputes.

Additionally, I work as a family specialist for families who are engaged in a collaborative divorce, and serve on the Board of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals. I also provide psychotherapy for clients who live all over the world which has allowed me to develop expertise in working virtually as well deepened my appreciation for cultural differences.

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Psychotherapy Services

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I have had experience working with a wide array of individuals, couples and families since I began my doctoral program in clinical psychology over thirty years ago. Having worked in a variety of settings including a child guidance clinic and an adolescent inpatient unit I have developed an expertise in dealing with teenagers and their parents during this complicated phase of their lives.

Collaborative Divorce

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Collaborative divorce is a process in which separating couples and their children have the opportunity to transition to the next phase of their lives in a peaceful and cooperative manner. To that end, a team of professionals is assembled that includes an attorney for each client and assistance from mental health practitioners and a neutral financial professional.

Forensic Evaluations

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As someone who has spent my career focusing on the needs of families, I am committed to the idea that the legal system should afford those who are in conflict a fair and just way to resolve differences, when other options are not feasible. To that end, I received specialized training in Forensic Child Custody Evaluations and have been doing this work as a court appointed evaluator for over fifteen years.

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Margaretha Gravett

Nov 23, 2019

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I work closely with Meg as we serve on the same collaborative divorce committee. Meg is warm, easy to talk to, and very passionate about guiding her patients through some of the most difficult times in their lives.

Kenneth Novenstern

Nov 24, 2018

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I have worked with Meg Sussman on Collaborative matters, and have been very impressed by her sensitivity to the clients needs and concerns. I also hold her in such high regard that I have referred a family member to her.

Margaret Nicholson

Sep 28, 2018

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I have had the pleasure of referring clients to Meg Sussman for assistance in navigating difficult family issues. Whether it be for individual or family therapy, supervised visitation or crafting a parenting plan that is workable for the whole family, Dr. Sussman is a compassionate and empathetic professional. I have been fortunate to have her as a resource for clients in my law practice.

Margaret Clark

Jul 10, 2018

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Dr. Meg Sussman displays sensitivity, creativity, and empathy in her cases. I have worked with her as a mental health professional in my collaborative cases, and recommend her highly, particularly with her focus on the best interests of children.

Andrew Samalin

May 28, 2018

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I've had the pleasure of working with Meg on a number of matters and found that she listens to her clients and fellow professionals. Her results speak for themselves. Looking forward to working with Meg again.

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