Renee Exelbert, PhD, Psychologist
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Renee Exelbert, PhD

Psychologist

30 Middle Neck Road ROSLYN NY, 11576
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Dr. Renee A. Exelbert, Ph.D., CFT, is both a licensed New York state psychologist and a certified elite personal trainer.  She received her B.S. from Cornell University, and her M.A. and Ph.D. from New York University.  After serving as Staff Psychologist at the Cancer Center for Kids at NYU Winthrop Hospital Cancer Center, working with children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer, Dr. Exelbert received her own cancer diagnosis.   This prompted her to found The Metamorphosis Center for Psychological and Physical Change, where she integrates psychotherapy and exercise, with a unique focus on the mind/body connection through use of visual imagery and cognitions.  She also became a bodybuilding figure competitor, honoring the process of regaining control of her body after cancer.  Dr. Exelbert is the author of “Chemo Muscles: Lessons Learned from Being a Psycho-Oncologist and Cancer Patient (Mascot Books, 2020).  She is a regular expert media contributor and has appeared in numerous outlets including: Thrive Global; Good Housekeeping; The New York Post; Parade Magazine; CNBC; Today; Popsugar, Shape Magazine; Runner’s World Magazine and television: Fox5 News; Newsmax; NewsNation; and Merit Street Media.  Dr. Exelbert maintains a private practice in Roslyn and Nyack, New York for the treatment of children, adolescents, adults and families.  She is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Applied Psychology at the New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development where she teaches Masters-level psychology courses.  Dr. Exelbert is a public speaker covering many mental health topics, most notably the empowerment of individuals coping with cancer, educating healthcare professionals, and all matters mind-body.  She has previously served on the advisory board for Sunrise Day Camp for children with cancer, and now presently serves as Chair of the Advocacy, Education and Awareness Governance Board for Fight Cancer Global.

 

Education and Training

Cornell University BS 1991

New York University PhD 2003

New York University MA 1994

Provider Details

Female English, Spanish

Areas of expertise and specialization

Certified Personal Trainer- focuses on the mind-body connection, integrating psychotherapy and exercise

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Adjunct Professor New York University, Steinhardt School, Applied Psychology 2000 - Present

Professional Memberships

  • National Association of Divorce Professionals  
  • American Psychological Association  
  • Fight Cancer Global  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Fight Cancer Global, Chair of the Advocacy, Education and Awareness Governance Board
  • New York Road Runners, Volunteer, Mental Health Advisory Board, September 2023-present
  • Sharsheret (Breast and Ovarian Cancer), Long Island Advisory Board Member, August 2020-August 2022
  • Sunrise Association, Medical Board Committee Volunteer, 2006-2021

Internships

  • Bellevue Hospital-New York University

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Psychological AssociationNational Association of Divorce ProfessionalInternational Sports Sciences Association

Teaching and speaking

  • Over 50 television appearances as a mental health expert, including FOX; Newsmax; NewsNation and Merit Street MediaAdjunct Instructor in The Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, Department of Applied Psychology, New York University

Hobbies / Sports

  • Bodybuilding Competitor, Figure and Bikini Divisions

Renee Exelbert, PhD's Practice location

Private Practice

48 Burd St #102 -
Nyack, NY 10960
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30 Middle Neck Road -
ROSLYN, NY 11576
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New patients: 516-313-1929
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