Last edited 02/13/2025
Dr. Craig Springer, PhD
Accepting New Clients
Get To Know Me
What is your style/approach to therapy?
I use a collaborative and structured evidence-based approach to treatment. Clients are actively involved in the treatment process and are expected to participate both in-session and practice techniques between sessions.
What does success look like in therapy? How will a client know that they are making progress?
Testing is used at the beginning and throughout the treatment process to assess initial symptom as well as progress. We discuss changes on symptom scores to assess progress on a regular basis.
How do you determine therapy goals with clients? What does that process look like?
During the first session, after a comprehensive diagnostic interview, clients and I collaborate on setting therapeutic goals. After discussing potential treatment techniques for each of these goals, the client decides which he or she would like to focus first. Once we complete the first goal, we move on to working on another goal of the client's choosing.
Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyRelationship Issues
General Expertise
Work StressSelf-EsteemSocial AnxietyAgoraphobiaCollege & graduate student issuesMedical Professionals' Mental HealthMood disordersObsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)Panic attacks & panic disorderPerformance anxietyPhobias & fearsStressCoping Skills
Treatment Approaches
Mindfulness PracticesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureNew Jersey, Licensed Psychologist, 35SI00449700New York, Licensed Psychologist, 016741
Training/CertificationsLevel 3 Certification - Team-CBT
Education
PhD, Clinical Psychology, Fairleigh Dickinson University
MA, General Theoretical Psychology, Fairleigh Dickinson University
BA, Psychology, New York University
Work HistoryI am a clinical psychologist and licensed to practice in New York (016741) and New Jersey (35SI00449700). I am credentialed by the National Register of Health Service Psychologists. I received my Level 3 certification in TEAM CBT and specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and perinatal mental health. I have been named 2020-2022 New Jersey's Favorite Kids' Doc and 2020-2023 Top Doctor by NJTopDocs.
I earned my MA and PhD in Clinical Psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University and completed my undergraduate degree summa cum laude at New York University.
I have experience developing, conducting, supervising, and researching evidence-based psychotherapeutic programs for children, adolescents, and adults. Over the course of my career, I have given over 50 professional presentations and workshops, published numerous theoretical and empirical manuscripts and I co-authored a book entitled “Game-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Child Sexual Abuse: An Innovative Approach.” I served on the Practice Guidelines Committee of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children and was an editorial board member for the Journal of Child Sexual Abuse and reviewer for Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy.
I have expertise in the assessment and treatment of trauma, anxiety, mood problems, behavioral difficulties, and interpersonal problems. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to assist them overcome the challenges and difficulties that they are facing.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Dr. Craig Springer, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Craig Springer, PhD accepting new clients?
Yes, Craig Springer, PhD is accepting new clients.
Does Craig Springer, PhD accept insurance?
No, Craig Springer, PhD does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Craig Springer, PhD offer?
Craig Springer, PhD offers therapy for individuals.
Does Craig Springer, PhD offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in New Jersey and New York can book Craig Springer, PhD for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Craig Springer, PhD offer online therapy?
Yes, Craig Springer, PhD offers online therapy to people in New Jersey and New York.
How quickly can I see Craig Springer, PhD?
Craig Springer, PhD typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Craig Springer, PhD speak?
Craig Springer, PhD conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Craig Springer, PhD online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Craig Springer, PhD online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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