I’m Dr. Brittany Ryan-Berzins, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist and Co-Founder of Birch Tree Psychology. I believe that therapy should not only feel supportive—it should be transformative. With over two decades of experience, I’ve helped children, teens, and adults move from overwhelmed to empowered. I specialize in helping people heal from depression, anxiety, and trauma using approaches that are grounded in both compassion and science.
Whether you’re a parent concerned about your child’s behavior, a young adult navigating the turbulence of early adulthood, or a woman facing a major life transition, I provide therapy that meets you where you are—and helps you move toward where you want to be.
Warmth, empathy, and a commitment to meaningful change are at the heart of every session.
My approach to therapy
I believe that therapy should be tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. My approach integrates mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and behavioral techniques to help lift mood, increase self-awareness, and promote meaningful change. I work collaboratively with each client, helping them better understand how their past experiences influence current emotions, thoughts, and relationships. With that understanding, it becomes possible to break old patterns, gain new tools, and create lasting change.
Therapy can be a powerful opportunity—not just to cope with life’s challenges, but to grow through them. I’m here to support that journey, every step of the way.
Areas of expertise
I specialize in treating depression and anxiety in both teens and adults, with a particular focus on supporting women and adolescent girls through life’s transitions. I work with individuals experiencing postpartum depression, fertility-related stress, or the emotional impact of divorce. I also have extensive experience treating trauma and helping clients understand how past experiences shape their present relationships and emotional patterns.
Many of the people I work with struggle with low self-esteem or a harsh inner critic. I’m especially passionate about helping women and girls build emotional resilience, develop a stronger sense of self, and cultivate self-compassion. Whether someone is seeking therapy for the first time or has been navigating depression for years, I provide a space that is warm, supportive, and focused on meaningful progress.
Education
- PhD, Clinical Psychology, Fordham University (Magna Cum Laude).
My research and dissertation focused on the unconscious thought patterns that drive self-injurious behaviors. - Intensive clinical training in prestigious settings across New York City, including:
- Lenox Hill Hospital
- The New York Psychoanalytic Institute
- Bellevue/NYU Program for Survivors of Torture
- Veterans Affairs New Jersey Healthcare System (APA-accredited internship)
In each role, I gained deeper insight into individuals’ psychological resilience and the power of targeted, evidence-based therapy to help people recover, grow, and thrive.
Therapy tailored to your needs
No two people are alike, and your therapy shouldn’t be either. I take the time to get to know you—your strengths, your struggles, and your goals—so we can shape a therapeutic approach that fits who you are. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, processing long-standing emotional pain, or simply feeling stuck, I draw from a range of evidence-based techniques to meet you where you are. The focus is always on creating a space that feels safe, collaborative, and attuned to what matters most to you.