Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Regina Musicaro, Ph.D
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You deserve to live the life that is most meaningful to you.

As a successful person, you may feel like you “have it all” on paper but you still feel anxious, depressed or down on yourself. You may be succeeding at your “outer purpose” to make money, build a family, or get a bonus/promotion, but not fully meeting your “inner purpose” to feel at peace, loved, confident and self-assured.

Other times, you may feel totally lost in your head. You can’t stop thinking about work. You don’t know how to work efficiently to get enough sleep. You feel addicted to your phone, which is sort of entertaining but not fulfilling. You wish you were having more real fun and real relaxation. In these times, it’s hard to ask for help, but living with daily stress and confusion is also hard. 

Meet Dr. Regina Musicaro, Ph.D,
Clinical Psychologist

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I help people move beyond stress, anxiety, and trauma so they can feel more present, grounded, and fulfilled. My approach integrates science-backed therapies—Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based interventions with a deep understanding of the human experience.

I also have specialized training in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) from Yale School of Medicine’s Child Study Center, an evidence-based approach that helps parents guide their children through anxiety while strengthening your relationship.

Through our work together, you’ll be able to:

  • Build stronger coping strategies
  • Develop tools to manage stress and prevent burnout
  • Create meaningful behavioral changes, from improving sleep to being more present with loved ones
  • Find practical, research-backed solutions to feel more confident and resilient

My style is warm, supportive, and direct with space for humor and honesty. Clients often describe me as engaged, thoughtful, and curious. Therapy should be a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, and free from judgment or pressure.

Diagnostic Assessments

In addition to therapy, I offer diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking clarity around emotional, behavioral, or neurodevelopmental concerns. My approach to assessment is thoughtful and collaborative, grounded in DSM-5 criteria, and attentive to each person’s unique history, current stressors, and lived experience.

Rather than feeling like a checklist or test-taking exercise, assessment with me is a conversational process designed to help you feel understood. Through a careful clinical interview and the use of evidence-based tools when appropriate, I work to develop a clear and respectful understanding of what you’re experiencing—so you can feel informed, validated, and supported in deciding what comes next.

When working with children and teens, I take a gentle, developmentally informed approach. I collaborate closely with caregivers and, when helpful, with teachers or other providers to gain a well-rounded picture across settings. My goal is to offer clear, compassionate feedback that helps families better understand their child’s strengths and challenges, and feel supported in choosing next steps together.

The assessment process may involve one extended session or multiple shorter sessions, depending on your needs, with written assessment reports typically provided within 2–4 weeks.

Even in difficult moments, there’s always a path forward. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d love to support you. Schedule a complimentary phone consultation today.

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License Info

License No. and State: 025304/New York

NPI: 1790200384

Education + Affiliations

Suffolk University

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

SUNY New Paltz

Bachelors in Psychology, Psychobiology, Evolutionary Studies

Montefiore Medical Center

Director of Research, Trauma Healing and Resilience in Vulnerable Environments (THRIVE)
2023 – Present

Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Assistant Professor
2022 – Present

Yale School of Medicine, Child Study Center

Postdoctoral Associate
2021 – 2022

National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (NCPTSD), VA Boston Healthcare System

Trainee
2017- 2018

Brigham and Women’s Psychiatry Department, Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School

Trainee
2016-2017

The Obsessive Compulsive Institute, McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School

Trainee
2014 – 2015

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Are you ready to grow and expand into the life you want?

MY THERAPY STYLE

The best part of the work is inspiring hope and seeing change. It is an honor to join with someone and work together to bring positive life changes.

Empathy comes from understanding our common humanity. I believe that empathy is cultivated when we see through the noise of life. This means seeing through our incessant thoughts, actions, and preoccupations to realize that there is a person underneath who is fundamentally good.

My superpower would be to fly because New York has too much traffic!

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Consultation

30 Minutes

Complimentary

We’ll begin by discussing your needs and goals as we get to know each other.

Therapy Session

45-60 Minutes

$250-$325/hr

After our consultation, we’ll begin our work together to help you find clarity.

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