Our Team
Dr. Andrew Schmidt, PhD, LCSW-R
Founder and Director
Dr. Schmidt specializes in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Trauma and Depression. He is a highly skilled Cognitive Behavior Therapist (CBT) and has extensive training with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and other exposure based approaches. As Professor and Director of the Post-Masters CBT Certificate Program…
Dr. Meredith Hemphill, DSW, LCSW-R
Robert Herel, LCSW-R
Winifred Wu, LCSW
Clinical Director and Director of Community Relations
Dr. Hemphill is a graduate of New York University who has worked for 10+ years with people who experience physical illness and pain, and caregivers of people with serious illnesses. She also specializes in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), as well as counseling for relationship transitions…
Psychotherapist
Specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Rob brings 20+ years of experience to help his clients develop new tools and techniques to cope with the challenges of life. He has extensive experience addressing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (OCD), phobias, Anxiety, ADHD and Depression. Rob is an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider and has completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy…
Psychotherapist
Winifred (Winnie) Wu, LCSW, is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) trained clinician who has certification in working with individuals and caregivers in Palliative and End-of-Life Care. She has extensive experience in working with clients coping with anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and terminal illness. As a certified yoga instructor she often uses a mind-body approach to…
Amanda Gaudet, LCSW
Psychotherapist
Amanda is a clinical social worker trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). She has worked in non-profit care settings for ten years and specializes in mental health care for transitional age youth (16-25 years old). Amanda has worked with adolescents and adults of all ages living with depression, psychosis, anxiety, Obsessive…
Jayson Brown, LMSW
Julianna Fisher, LMHC
Tracey Horst, LMSW
Psychotherapist
Jayson is a licensed social worker with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults living with relationship issues, grief, anxiety, depression, and psychosis. He is dedicated to helping others who are in need, providing them with a relationship built on trust to resolve their challenges and improve their mental health. Well versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a variety of…
Psychotherapist
Julianna is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a graduate from New York University’s Post Master’s Certificate program in CBT. Julianna is also a Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) and has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings with clients struggling with OCD, anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders. Julianna places priority on using warmth, empathy, and approaches such as…
Psychotherapist
Tracey Horst is a psychotherapist with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). She has experience working with clients coping with anxiety, depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, self-esteem issues, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), gender violence, and other trauma histories. Committed to cultural humility, she…
Avery Egerton-Warburton
Clinical Psychotherapy Intern
Avery is a second-year master's student at NYU's Silver School of Social Work, completing her clinical placement this year with City Center Psychotherapy. Her practice areas include anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), eating disorders, and trauma. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strengths-Based…
Jan Bartel
Stephanie Kaplan Carey, MA, MPA
Office Manager
Jan Bartel joined the practice in October 2019, with over 15 years experience in office management. As City Center Psychotherapy's Office Manager, Jan is responsible for all billing services and office procedures. She prides herself on ensuring outstanding customer service with every client.
Patient Care Administrator
As the Patient Care Administrator, Stephanie Kaplan helps to guide potential clients in understanding the expertise of City Center Psychotherapy's therapists and works to find the best fit between client and therapist. Prior to joining the practice Stephanie worked in higher education administration for ten years.