Irina Kerzhnerman, Ph.D.

Dr. Irina Kerzhnerman is a licensed psychologist with over 10 years experience helping people with depression, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, stress management and career choices. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of mental health disorders, as well as understanding the relationship between the body and mind and helping people maximize their overall health. Dr. Kerzhnerman has worked with a variety of people from all walks of life and with all sorts of concerns.  She has spent many years helping people figure out what is holding them back from having the life they want.  Dr. Kerzhnerman works with women, men, college students/young professionals, and couples.

After graduating with honors from New York University, Dr. Kerzhnerman received her graduate education at Medical College of Pennsylvania-Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  In addition to learning the science and art of therapy, Dr. Kerzhnerman participated in research focused on increasing understanding of eating disorders and obesity.  Dr. Kerzhnerman has developed a strong knowledge of working with individuals with co-occurring disorders (both substance use and mental health problems). 

Dr. Kerzhnerman has worked in a variety of settings, including inpatient hospitals, intensive outpatient programs, community mental health centers, college counseling centers, private rehabilitation programs, and outpatient private practice.  Dr. Kerzhnerman continues to provide a safe environment, comforting support, reliable clinical expertise, and professionalism in helping others.

"I believe that people have it within them to make choices and changes to make themselves happier. I believe that people deserve respect and caring support as they talk about the things making them unhappy and try to figure out how to help themselves. Most often, people seek therapy because the things they are doing to try to solve their problem are not working. Through examining the interaction between thoughts, feeling and behaviors, together we can problem-solve to find more effective solutions that will improve your quality of life." – Irina Kerzhnerman, Ph.D.

If you would like to speak with Dr. Kerzhnerman, please call (954) 227-2700 or (561) 347-0997.