Dr. Michael Dalton Ph.D

Position 2

  • Total publications 3
  • Number of subscribers 121
  • Last publication: October 6, 2024
MIchael Dalton Ph.D

"Emotional support animals provide more than companionship—they offer a vital source of stability and comfort, helping individuals manage their mental health in ways that are both profound and personal."

Dr. Michael Dalton Ph.D

Position 2

Dr. Michael Dalton, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in private practice, inpatient care, and executive assessment. Known for his practical and supportive approach, he holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University and has lectured there since 2021. With numerous awards and certifications, Dr. Dalton specializes in anxiety, depression, relationships, and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR). Featured in top publications, he’s recognized for his ethical, client-centered care.

View mode:

How to Get a Service Dog Letter from a Doctor
top 5 dog breeds for anxiety
Therapist won’t write esa letter

Dr. Michael Dalton Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist and supervisor with over 20 years experience in private practice. Before private practice he had experience in many different psychological settings. His background ranges from managing an inpatient treatment unit to assessing senior executives of major corporations. Dr. Dalton is known for his kind and supportive nature and a straight forward, honest and practical approach. In his practice he actively works with clients to understand and address their problems, not a passive stance. Dr. Dalton strives to bring these qualities into all his work, so he can provide the best possible psychological care to every client.

Education:

  • PhD Clinical Psychology, Columbia University
  • Master’s Psychology, New York University
  • Bachelor’s Psychology, University of Pennsylvania

Experience:

  • Senior Clinical Psychologist, Midtown Psychological Services (2010-2020)
  • Director of Inpatient Treatment, Riverside Psychiatric Hospital (2000-2010)
  • Psychological Assessor for Senior Executives, Fortune 500 Companies (1995-2000)

Recent Jobs:

  • Lecturer, Columbia University (2021-Present)
  • Consultant, Behavioral Health Services, New York City Health Department (2018-Present)

Awards:

  • Outstanding Clinical Psychologist Award, American Psychological Association (2019)
  • Excellence in Psychotherapy Award, New York State Psychological Association (2017)
  • Distinguished Service Award, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) (2015)

Certificates:

  • Certified CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapist)
  • Certified DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapist)
  • MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) Certificate

Mentions:

  • Featured in Psychology Today for creative approaches to therapy (2022)
  • Quoted in The New York Times on mental health during the pandemic (2021)
  • Interviewed on NPR’s “All Things Considered” about anxiety treatments (2020)

Credibility:

Dr. Dalton’s 20+ year career is built on trust and professionalism. His clients rave about his safe and therapeutic space. His peers and colleagues know him as an ethical and committed professional who puts his clients first. With many awards and certifications, Dr. Dalton’s reputation for great therapy is well established and respected in the field.

Areas of Practice:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Personality
  • Relationships and Dating
  • Parenting
  • Men
  • MBSR
  • Humanistic
  • Training and Supervision
  • Assessment

Social Profile Link: Xing