If you or a loved one are experiencing difficulties with the process of aging, loss of a significant other, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, eating disorders, life transition issues, or coping with bi-polar or other personality disorders, please contact me to make an appointment. 

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While some adults may approach their "Golden Years" eagerly, anticipating retirement, grandchildren, or simply a new phase of life, others may dread the physical and mental effects of aging. It may be difficult for older adults to face the transition to retirement, deal with new frailties or medical conditions, or find enjoyable, meaningful activities if they do experience physical challenges that limit their mobility. It may also be difficult for some older adults to face mortality, especially when friends, peers, or spouses and partners pass on, and they may come to experience isolation in the wake of many such deaths. Older adults may also find it challenging to attend to basic needs in the presence of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, which affect approximately one in ten Americans of retirement age.


I am an experienced mental health practitioner with over 30 years of experience. I am licensed as a LCSW-R in New York State. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is a person who has a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university. I received my MSW from CUNY Hunter College. The “R” designation is only awarded after a licensed Clinical Social Worker has had a minimum of 6 years of postgraduate professional supervision, and has met strict credentialing guidelines. I completed my postgraduate work at the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health in New York City.

gERIATRIC CONSULTANT AND CASE MANAGEMENT for families/Individual Psychotherapy

NORMAN HELLMAN, LCSW-R

Psychotherapy and counseling