Driven by an innate curiosity to understand the human mind, I have been fascinated with Psychology for my entire life.
I was born and raised in Munich, Germany, where I studied the works of Sigmund Freud, and other notable German and Austrian psychologists, in their original German editions. Then, I earned undergraduate and masters degrees in Psychology at City University in London as well as New York University and Columbia University in New York.
After completing my studies, I worked as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) at Columbia University and Kafko Psychological Services. Over the years, I have developed my own approach to therapy, pulling elements from both the Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral philosophies, in order to provide deep, yet practical direction.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ("CBT") is goal-oriented and solution-focused, whereas the more traditional Psychodynamic perspective allows us to reflect on our journeys in order to appreciate who we are today. Through my own experience, I have found the interplay between uncovering the past to then utilize these discoveries as a tool to better understand the present to be highly effective in my work.
I am a big believer in the power of "resilience" - a mindset that promotes grit, fulfillment, gratitude, and purpose. As a result, I decided to make this conviction the driving force behind my practice: my focus is on unlocking the full potential of psychotherapy and developing in my patients this strong sense of resilience.
With sessions conducted virtually and my physical office location at Alma in Downtown Brooklyn, my practice strives to be a safe and supportive space. Alma is a digital platform and shared office concept for therapists, coaches, and other wellness professionals. Alma’s open-mindedness, no-stigma culture, diversity, and warm atmosphere deeply aligns with my own values. I, therefore, decided to partner with this great organization as a member of the Founders’ Circle.
I work with both adolescents and adults across a wide range of mental health issues and offer individual therapy sessions as well as a package of assignments for ongoing self-reflection outside of the practice. My therapy style is highly influenced by a multicultural approach, and I am trained to conduct sessions in English, German, and French.
The practice's specialties include: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, gender identity questions, acculturation, ADHD, anger management, bipolar disorder, borderline personality, career counseling, coping skills, family conflict, racial identify, self-esteem, stress, pregnancy/prenatal/postpartum, women's issues, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
I enjoy speaking on mental health issues that are critical in today's world. Most recently, I organized a workshop on awareness and understanding of vulnerability, incorporating techniques from major wellness components including mindfulness exercises and therapeutic tools.
I also created and led a seminar on the effects of trans-generational trauma under the lens of Holocaust survivors and their children and am currently writing a book on the powerful relationship between mother and daughter and the depth of trans-generational trauma.
Additionally, I am on the Council for the Advancement of Research in Global Mental Health at Columbia University, focusing on expanding partnerships and financial support for mental health researchers around the world.
Feel free to follow my reflections blog on Instagram (@robertamarin.therapy), where I post about events, series, podcasts, and articles of which I am a part.