 |
|
|
| Scroll down or click the menu on the right to meet our staff |
|
 Fred L. Holtz, PhD is Executive Director of Holtz Psychological Services. He received his Doctorate from Hofstra University and did his undergraduate work at SUNY Stony Brook and Nassau Community College. His Master’s degree, also from Hofstra, was granted With Distinction for outstanding academic, research, and clinical accomplishment. He was awarded membership in Phi Beta Kappa and has received numerous awards of recognition for clinical excellence. Dr. Holtz is the author of Ten Ways To Reduce Stress and Anxiety TODAY, a practical booklet on identifying and reducing anxiety. His articles and workshops on coping with stress, and on improving communication in relationships have been featured on Long Island NEWS 12 and in NEWSDAY.
Dr. Holtz has extensive experience in individual and marital therapy, learning disabilities and psychological evaluation. Dr. Holtz has been in private practice for over 20 years, and has been a guest lecturer and workshop leader for businesses and civic organizations. The Therapy-Now website was established over 15 years ago and was one of the first sites of its kind. The website remains on the cutting edge of quality. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Holtz is adjunct Professor of Psychology at Suffolk Community College.
Dr. Holtz maintains professional relationships with qualified Physical and Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Specialists, Nutritionists, Academic Tutors, Social Workers, Psychiatrists, and medical facilities throughout Long Island should a referral be required.
|
|
|
|
 Dr. Adam Russo is Clinical Director of Holtz Psychological Services. He has over fifteen years of experience in Psychological Assessment and Psychotherapy. He works with children, adolescents, adults and couples. Dr. Russo is trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Hypnosis and EMDR. Dr. Russo specializes in ADHD, childhood behavior problems, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, group psychotherapy, and complex psychological issues. Adam treats children with Asperger's and other developmental conditions and periodically holds parent training classes. He has been admitted as an expert in area courts including Nassau, Suffolk, Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx where he has testified in matters of child endangerment, drug and alcohol related crimes, and interpersonal violence. His research interests include personality assessment and psychotherapy treatment outcome. Adam holds degrees from Dowling College, The Fielding Graduate University, and Jacksonville State University.
You can e-mail Dr. Adam at Adam@Therapy-Now.com
Back to top |
|
|
|
 Dr. Barry Donowitz received his PhD in Clinical and School Psychology from Hofstra University and has been a Licensed Psychologist since 1994. His past employment includes Southeast Nassau Guidance Center, Port Jefferson Psychological and Vocational Associates, United Cerebral Palsy, and Family Residences and Essential Enterprises. Dr. Donowitz provides individual, couples and family therapy for children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Barry practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. His pragmatic approach addresses emotional difficulties directly and effectively.
You can e-mail Dr. Barry at Barry@Therapy-Now.com
Back to top |
|
|
|
 Ginger Galvez, LMSW is a Social Worker with extensive experience providing effective psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults. She received both her Master of Social Work and her Bachelor of Social Work degrees from Adelphi University. She specializes in anxiety and depressive disorders, physical and learning disabilities, crisis intervention, social skills groups , Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and behavioral management.
You can e-mail Ginger at Ginger@Therapy-Now.com
Back to top |
|
|
|
 Dr Tracy Gangi has more than 15 years of professional experience helping children, teens, adults and couples to reach their maximum potential. She is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and received her Master's of Science in School Psychology and Doctorate of Psychology from St. John's University in Queens, New York. Dr. Gangi has practiced Psychology at United States military bases in Germany, been a School Psychologist in Scottsdale, Arizona and has worked in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island. She is a skilled diagnostician, psychotherapist and consultant as well as a pivotal team leader on Special Education Committees. Dr. Gangi is a highly engaging and effective professional with adults and an impassioned advocate for children with special needs.
You can e-mail Marissa at Tracy@Therapy-Now.com
Back to top |
|
|
|
 Marissa Scarola is our office manager and insurance specialist. She is a graduate student at SUNY Stony Brook where she is pursuing her MBA. Marissa does the initial intake for new clients and schedules appointments with appropriate professional staff. She processes all insurance claims and obtains outpatient mental health benefit details and pre-certification. Marissa is an expert in communicating with insurance companies.
You can e-mail Marissa at Harmony@optonline.net
Back to top |
|
|
|
|
| |
|
|
|
