South Jersey psychologist
Secure telehealth available in 40+ PSYPACT-participating states
Personalized therapy rooted in research
Work directly with Dr. Valerie Braunstein, Psy.D.—a doctoral-level psychologist with 20 years of experience providing evidence-based, developmentally informed care.
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Choose the support you need.
You do not need a diagnosis—or the perfect words—to take the next step.
Therapy tailored to you.
Support for anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief, attention, emotional regulation, and major life changes.
Explore therapy →Clarity through assessment.
Thoughtful evaluation with clear findings and practical recommendations for daily life, school, and care.
Explore evaluations →Support for parents and schools.
Practical guidance to understand behavior, reduce conflict, strengthen connection, and coordinate care.
Explore consultation →Areas of focus
Specialized care, clearly organized.
Anxiety, OCD & Related Concerns
Support for anxiety, panic, phobias, OCD, selective mutism, school refusal, hair pulling, and skin picking.
Trauma, Grief & Life Transitions
Trauma-informed care for loss, overwhelming experiences, chronic stress, and major life changes.
ADHD, Autism & Executive Functioning
Affirming therapy, evaluation, and practical support for attention, organization, regulation, communication, and sensory needs.
Parenting & Caregiver Support
Guidance to understand behavior, reduce conflict, strengthen connection, and collaborate with schools and care teams.
Meet Dr. Valerie Braunstein, Psy.D.
Scientifically grounded. Deeply human.
Philly Psychology is Dr. Valerie Braunstein’s solo private practice. You work directly with Dr. Val from your first conversation through ongoing care. Her approach is collaborative, practical, and responsive to the whole person—not just a list of symptoms.
In-person care
South Jersey
Secure telehealth
Available in more than 40 PSYPACT-participating states
Approach
Evidence-based, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming
Ready when you are
Start with a short, secure message.
Dr. Val will respond personally and help you decide what comes next.