Dr. Robert McAlister, Psychologist
- California
- NY Psychologist 027988, CA Psychologist 23930
Not accepting new clientsVerified 1 hour agoInternational clients
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Open 1 of the last 30 days
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Open on 1 of the last 30 days
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Availability over the last 30 days: open to new clients on 1 day, waitlist or full on 29 days. Most recent check, Oct 27: waitlist or full.
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Dr. has been open to new clients on 1 of the last 30 days.
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About Dr.
I'm a licensed psychologist in California & New York with extensive experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. Over my career, I've worked with clients navigating depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, PTSD, trauma, addiction, and bipolar disorder, among many other concerns. My approach is grounded in compassion and genuine understanding. I work with clients across all life stages-from young adults facing identity questions to older adults navigating life transitions-and I'm committed to honoring each person's unique background, values, and beliefs. Whether you're exploring spiritual questions, processing grief, working through relationship difficulties, or managing the complexities of chronic illness, I'm here to support you. I specialize in helping people address communication challenges, isolation, shame, trauma recovery, and life purpose. I also work with specific populations, including military veterans, first responders, and those managing co-occurring challenges. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore what's weighing on you and discover meaningful paths forward. I believe in meeting you where you are, drawing on evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs. Taking that first step toward therapy takes real courage, and I'm honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey. Read more Show less
What Dr. helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Also experienced with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues