Media & Press
Dr. Valerie Braunstein is a trusted psychologist and mental health expert regularly consulted by media for evidence-informed commentary on parenting, anxiety, trauma, relationships, social media, and emotional wellness.
Known for making complex psychological topics accessible, practical, and relatable, Dr. Braunstein has been featured by major local and regional media outlets, including CBS, FOX 29, The Philadelphia Inquirer, WHYY, PhillyVoice, Main Line Parent, Philadelphia Family, and 6abc.
As a psychologist, Dr. Braunstein is committed to reducing stigma and expanding access to accurate, compassionate mental health education for individuals, parents, children, families, and the broader community. Her media work helps bring trusted psychological insight to conversations about mental health, child development, trauma, and everyday emotional well-being.
Featured Media Coverage
New Year, New Stress: Back-to-School Anxiety Philadelphia Family
Tips for Easing Back-to-School Anxiety from Main Line & Philly Experts — Main Line Parent
How to Manage Your Fears After Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse in Baltimore — 6abc
Two to Four Percent of U.S. Population Suffers from Hair-Pulling Disorder — FOX 29 Philadelphia
Despite Coronavirus Risks, Young People Are Socializing and Cases Are Surging. Psychologists Explain Why. — The Philadelphia Inquirer
The COVID-19 Crisis Is Giving People Vivid Dreams — But What Do They Mean? — PhillyVoice
Black Philly Therapists Are Raising $15K to Provide Free Mental Health Resources to People of Color — WHYY
Community Involvement
Therapists Team Up to Provide Free Counseling Sessions for Black Philadelphia Residents Experiencing Racial Trauma — CBS Philadelphia
Grant to Help JFS Provide Assistance to Holocaust Survivors — Downbeach
Village by the Shore Offers Senior Programs Through July — Downbeach
JFS Hosts Survivors During Holocaust Remembrance Day Luncheon — Downbeach
Full Media Coverage
Child Psychologist Says Back-to-School Mental Health Depends on Students Feeling These 3 Things — CBS Philadelphia
New Study Says Half of Teen Relationships Involve Stalking or Harassment — FOX 29 Philadelphia
Younger People Are Out Without Masks During Coronavirus Pandemic — FOX 29 Philadelphia
Saleemah McNeil Is Providing Free Therapy to the Black Community — Philadelphia Magazine
Coronavirus Latest: PA Task Force One Found Setting Up Tents at Citizens Bank Park for Possible Mass Testing Site, Sources Say — CBS Philadelphia
Sharenting: How Much Is Too Much When It Comes to Putting Your Kids on Social Media? — The Philadelphia Inquirer
Eagles Offensive Line’s Nude Appearance in ESPN The Magazine Sparks Conversation About Men and Their Body Image — CBS Philadelphia
This App Will Remind You 5 Times a Day That You’re Going to Die — CBS Philadelphia
Snowplow Parenting Taking Toll on Children by Not Allowing Kids to Deal With Obstacles, Experts Say — CBS Philadelphia
Think Outside the Crop Box: How Parents Can Educate Children About Social Media Influencers — CBS Philadelphia
Hugs Can Boost Your Mood, Say Researchers — CBS Philadelphia
Parents Mixed After School Reinstates Paddling to Punish Students — CBS Philadelphia
Yet Another Trump Effect? People Are Giving Up Social Media for New Year’s — The Philadelphia Inquirer
Viral Video Inspires Dialogue About Explaining Traumatic Events to Kids — CBS Philadelphia
