What therapy services does Dr. Fox offer?

Dr. Fox offers individual, couples, and family therapy. Common concerns include anxiety, depression, painful experiences, relationship conflict, and men’s concerns. In-person care is in Cedarhurst for the Five Towns and nearby Long Island communities; telehealth is available throughout New York. The Therapy Services page explains each option.

Can I choose telehealth or in-person appointments?

Yes. In-person appointments are at the Cedarhurst office, 29 Weyant Drive. Telehealth is available for clients located in New York during the session. We discuss which format fits your needs. Use a private space and reliable connection for remote sessions.

Are people of every faith and background welcome?

Yes. Secular, non-observant, and non-Jewish clients are welcome alongside frum and Orthodox Jewish clients. Your own values, experiences, and goals guide the conversation; religious observance is not a requirement for care.

What therapy services does Dr. Fox offer?

Dr. Fox offers individual, couples, and family therapy. Common concerns include anxiety, depression, painful experiences, relationship conflict, and men’s concerns. In-person care is in Cedarhurst for the Five Towns and nearby Long Island communities; telehealth is available throughout New York. The Therapy Services page explains each option.

Can I choose telehealth or in-person appointments?

Yes. In-person appointments are at the Cedarhurst office, 29 Weyant Drive. Telehealth is available for clients located in New York during the session. We discuss which format fits your needs. Use a private space and reliable connection for remote sessions.

What happens in the first appointment, and how can I prepare?

We talk about what brought you in, relevant background, and what you hope will change. Dr. Fox explains the approach and practical arrangements. You can ask questions and do not have to tell your whole story immediately. Bring one or two concerns and any questions about fit, costs, or the work.

Are evening and weekend appointments available?

Yes. The practice works by appointment and offers evening and weekend options. Check online appointment times through Headway or Zocdoc, or include your preferred days and times in the Contact form.

What is psychodynamic therapy?

Psychodynamic therapy looks at how earlier experiences, unspoken feelings, and relationship patterns affect present choices. We connect that understanding with current concerns, such as responding to worry, setting a boundary, or handling conflict. The work stays connected to what you want to change in daily life.

Will therapy focus only on my childhood?

No. Earlier experiences are discussed when they help explain a current pattern. Your present concerns, relationships, decisions, and goals stay central. We use what you learn about yourself to consider different responses in your life now.

How is psychodynamic psychotherapy different from psychoanalysis?

Both approaches attend to emotional life, unconscious patterns, and relationships. Psychodynamic psychotherapy adapts those ideas to the client’s current concerns and goals. Formal psychoanalysis typically involves a more intensive treatment arrangement. Ask about the actual session format and approach being offered, rather than relying on the label alone.

Are people of every faith and background welcome?

Yes. Secular, non-observant, and non-Jewish clients are welcome alongside frum and Orthodox Jewish clients. Your own values, experiences, and goals guide the conversation; religious observance is not a requirement for care.

How can I discuss sensitive topics while respecting Tznius (modesty and personal dignity)?

Tell Dr. Fox what helps you speak comfortably. We can discuss language, boundaries, and the pace of the conversation while giving difficult concerns proper attention. Tznius and personal dignity can be respected without requiring you to hide what is troubling you.

Can a spouse, family member, or Rabbi (Jewish religious teacher) be involved?

Yes, when involvement fits the goals of care and you agree to it. We discuss the person’s role, what information may be shared, and the consent required before involving them. Couples and family sessions have their own participation and privacy arrangements, which are explained at the outset.

How can I discuss privacy in a close-knit community?

Bring up shared-community concerns, public encounters, and who you do or do not want involved. Confidentiality and its legal limits are explained during intake. Use website messages for contact details and scheduling; discuss clinical information during private intake.

How long does therapy take, and how is progress discussed?

We agree on goals and return to them regularly. The length of therapy depends on your concerns and what you want to work on. Progress may include fewer arguments, less avoidance, clearer boundaries, greater emotional understanding, or more ability to handle uncertainty. Tell Dr. Fox when something is not helping so the work can be adjusted.

What should I do if I need urgent help?

The website, email, contact form, and chat are not emergency services. For immediate danger or a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. In the United States, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you are an established client, discuss between-session contact and urgent-care arrangements directly with Dr. Fox.

Psychologist in
Cedarhurst, NY

Worry that won’t switch off. Arguments that repeat. Feeling stuck even when life looks fine. Therapy can help you understand what’s happening and take a different next step.

Individual, couples, and family therapy with Dr. Benson Fox, PsyD, in Cedarhurst, serving the Five Towns. Telehealth throughout New York.

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Dr. Benson Fox, PsyD, New York State licensed psychologist

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What would you like help with?

Anxiety · Depression · Trauma-related concerns · OCD and treatment fit
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Individual therapy

When worry, low mood, or self-criticism gets in the way, understand the pattern behind it and work on choices that make daily life more manageable.

Couples therapy

When the same argument keeps returning, work on the pattern together. Make room for each partner’s concerns and practice clearer communication.

Family therapy

When family life becomes tense, work on communication, boundaries, and expectations. Help each person feel heard and agree on practical next steps.

Start with a free consultation

A free 15-minute conversation with Dr. Fox gives you room to ask questions and see whether working together feels right. You can talk about the kind of help you are looking for and how therapy would fit into your life.

Request a free consultation · Call (516) 880-2841

Prefer to start online?

Check insurance and appointments on Headway or view availability on Zocdoc. Insurance is accepted; your plan and estimated cost can be checked before you begin.

Private-pay sessions: individual $250 · couples $300. Compare services, fees, and next steps. In-person care in Cedarhurst and telehealth for clients located in New York.

Understand the pattern. Change what happens next.

Knowing that a reaction is unhelpful doesn’t always stop it. My work connects the history behind your reactions with the choices you face today: speaking up, handling uncertainty, setting a boundary, or responding differently to someone you love.

For frum and Orthodox Jewish clients, therapy can respect Torah observance, emunah, tznius, marriage, and family commitments. You should not have to translate your whole world before talking about what hurts. Secular, non-observant, and non-Jewish clients are equally welcome.

Faith, culture, and therapy · How psychodynamic therapy works

Frequently asked questions

Start with a free 15-minute consultation. Use the Contact page form or call (516) 880-2841 to discuss what you are looking for and whether the approach fits. You can also check insurance and appointment options through Headway or Zocdoc. After a form request, the practice contacts you about fit and available times. Your first session is arranged when a time, format, and payment details are agreed.

Yes. Dr. Fox accepts insurance. Check your specific plan through Headway for network status and estimated cost. Couples and family coverage may differ from individual therapy. Private-pay individual sessions are $250 and couples sessions are $300. Ask for a family-session quote before booking. If paying without insurance, you can request a written Good Faith Estimate. Request a free 15-minute consultation using the Contact page or call (516) 880-2841.

About

About Dr. Benson Fox

I’m Dr. Benson Fox, a New York State Licensed Psychologist. I help individuals, couples, and families work through anxiety, low mood, painful experiences, and relationship conflict.

What sessions feel like

You can expect careful listening and honest conversation. I bring warmth, humor, and a willingness to ask the difficult question. We pay attention to what you feel, what keeps happening in your relationships, and what you want to do differently outside the session.

Training and experience

I earned my PsyD in Clinical Psychology at Adelphi University in 2024 and my BA in Psychology at Touro University. My supervised experience included schools, college counseling, group practices, and crisis support. In private practice, I connect psychodynamic understanding with practical work on communication, coping, and everyday decisions.

Your values matter

I understand the importance of frum and Orthodox Jewish commitments. Your values belong in the conversation. People of every faith and background are welcome.

Credentials and endorsements

NY license 027739 · Verify with NYSED
Professional profile and colleague endorsements

Coaching testimonials

“He listens carefully, experiments, and co-creates success for his clients.”

Chaya A. · Feb 7, 2020
From Dr. Fox’s earlier life-coaching work.

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Visit & get in touch

Cedarhurst office

29 Weyant Drive
Cedarhurst, New York
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Hours: by appointment, with evening and weekend options.

Serving the Five Towns: Cedarhurst, Lawrence, Woodmere, Hewlett, and Inwood. Telehealth throughout New York.

Prefer to call or email?

Call (516) 880-2841
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Your privacy

Use website messages for contact and scheduling; share clinical details in private intake.

Urgent support: call or text 988.
Emergency: call 911.

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Psychologist in
Cedarhurst, NY