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Gabrielle Schreyer-Hoffman Ph.D

Licensing & Certifications:

  • Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology

Professional Background

Dr. Gabrielle Schreyer-Hoffman received her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and her Doctoral Degree in Counseling Psychology from Fordham University. Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman obtained her training and clinical experiences at Mount Sinai Hospital’s Eating and Weight Disorders Program; Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital’s Child, Adolescent and Family Program; Columbia University Medical Center; the Karen Horney Clinic; Pace College Counseling Center; Renfrew Center; Neuropsychology Associates; and the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center. Her eclectic training and experience with children, adolescents, adults, and senior patients has allowed her to build a strong clinical foundation for understanding mental health across the lifespan. She has served diverse urban patient populations of all ages, abilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds throughout her career.

Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman has expertise in eating and weight disorders and related issues, such as personality disorders, OCD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, phobias, and trauma. Additionally, Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman has conducted research in and works with patients on improving their self-esteem and body image. She utilizes evidence-based treatments to treat adult and adolescent patients who are struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image disturbances.

She has worked extensively with emerging adult populations at a college counseling center, hospital and community clinics, and in private practice settings. Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman is apt at understanding and helping patients struggling with anxieties (e.g., general, performance, and social anxiety), depression, poor motivation, and relational problems. She works with patients to enhance identity development, improve self-esteem and increase self-understanding and self-awareness. Additionally, Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman works with patients to understand problematic relational dynamics, develop and improve their ability to cope, problem solve and communicate. Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman also aids patients with career development and selection by exploring vocational options based on the intersection between their skills, abilities, and interests; this area of interest was developed through Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman’s research, training, and field experiences.

Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman presently works with adolescent, emerging adult, and adult patients. She aids her patients in enhancing their self-understanding and awareness, increasing their free will and their ability to cope with challenges and stressors by implementing different treatment modalities and techniques, and helping patients to develop adaptive coping and communication skills. Dr. Schreyer-Hoffman’s therapeutic style is genuine, nonjudgmental, empathetic, culturally competent, LGBTQIA affirming, and kink aware.

Professional Affiliations:

American Psychological Association
Academy for Eating Disorders

Education:

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, Fordham University
Masters of Science in Education, Mental Health Counseling, Fordham University
Bachelor of Science in Human Services, Northeastern University

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Areas of Focus

Dr. Gabrielle Schreyer-Hoffman, Ph.D., offers compassionate counseling and evidence-based treatments for individuals navigating eating disorders, major life transitions, and mental health challenges. With expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy and a dedication to fostering self-understanding and relational growth, she empowers her clients to embrace positive change and holistic well-being.

Dr. Gabrielle Schreyer-Hoffman utilizes a number of therapeutic approaches, including:

  • Eating and weight disorders and body image issues utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy for eating disorders
  • Maudsley Family Based Therapy for patients who have anorexia nervosa and live with their family
  • Mirror exposure therapy for body image disturbances
  • Depression
  • OCD
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Identity development
  • Enhancing self-understanding
  • Sexual orientation
  • Gender identity
  • Couples counseling
  • Relational challenges
  • Major life transitions, career development, and/or career change
The Maudsley Approach to Family-Based Treatment

The Maudsley Approach to Family-Based Treatment: How It Works & What to Expect

The Maudsley approach is primarily used in families that are supporting a child dealing with anorexia nervosa.

August 8, 2020
What to Do When You're Married but Lonely: 7 Tips to Reconnect

What to Do When You’re Married and Lonely: 13 Tips to Reconnect

If you're married but lonely, there can be multiple sources of these feelings. Having a spouse does not mean you have a built-in best friend, so navigating why you're married and lonely is important to explore.

August 8, 2020
CBT-E: How It Works & What to Expect

CBT-E: How It Works & What to Expect

CBT-E is the leading treatment for eating disorders. It has a high rate of success with two thirds of patients experiencing long-term improvements in their symptoms.

August 8, 2020