About Dr. Winder
More than 20 years of working with individuals and couples
I’m Dr. Alan Winder, a Clinical Psychologist and Certified Couples Mediator. I’ve been licensed since 2004 and have worked in private practice, psychiatric hospitals, medical programs, mental health clinics and academic settings.
Similar problems can mean very different things depending on the person and their circumstances. I try to understand those differences rather than apply the same explanation to everyone.
Phone or video, for private-pay inquiries. Prefer to ask a question? Contact the practice. Please leave sensitive personal details out of an initial message.
How I Work
I sometimes describe therapy as a “mirror that talks back.” You have room to think aloud, with someone who can notice patterns and ask about things you might otherwise pass over.
I’m direct. If something seems important, I’ll bring it up. We’ll look at what happens outside the session as well: the decisions you make, the conversations you avoid and the reactions that keep leading to the same result.
Not everything needs fixing. Sometimes the work is understanding a feeling or accepting a part of your life you’ve been fighting with.
Psychology and Mediation
Psychology and mediation inform each other in my work.
Psychology helps me understand what is driving a problem. Mediation keeps attention on the decisions, conversations and practical changes that follow.
Your values, beliefs, relationships and responsibilities matter. I want to help you understand your choices, not substitute my judgment for yours.
Professional Background
Alan Winder, PhD
Licensed Psychologist in New York and New Jersey
Certified Couples Mediator
More than 20 years of clinical experience
My clinical work has included private practice, psychiatric hospitals, inpatient and outpatient medical programs, mental health clinics, academic settings and nursing facilities.
I also work with organizations and mental-health technology teams. See Speaking & Consultation and Psychology & Technology.
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A free, 15-minute phone or video call to discuss what you’re looking for and whether we might work well together. For private-pay inquiries. For insurance inquiries, contact the practice.
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