John Silvestre, LicPsi, LCSW, is a highly experienced and dedicated Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with a thriving full-time private practice Online and in Westchester, New York. He specializes in the treatment of Depression, Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders, helping individuals navigate life's challenges and regain control over their emotional well-being.
Experience & Credentials
With over 30 years of experience, John has been actively involved in treating patients with OCD and other anxiety disorders. He received training from Dr. Edna Foa’s team, author of Stop Obsessing!, at the Columbia University/New York State Psychiatric Institute, where he also worked as a research scientist. In addition, he worked at the Mount Sinai Hospital of Psychiatry outpatient clinic. He previously held the position of Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at New York Medical College. John has co-authored articles in professional journals and a book chapter titled “Behavioral Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorders,” and has been featured in Teen magazine and on NBC.
John holds a Licenciatura in Clinical Psychology (5-year Integrated Degree) from Lisbon University and a Master's in Science in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University, New York. He is recognized for his comprehensive approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) methods with humanistic values to tailor treatment to each patient's specific needs. He employs a variety of techniques, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure Therapy (including Intensive Exposure Therapy Protocols), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based CBT. He also offers specialized services for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors such as Trichotillomania and skin picking.
More About John
John Silvestre provides individual, family, and group therapy sessions, offering in-office therapy in Tarrytown, NY and telehealth appointments for residents of New York. He is also fluent in Portuguese and Spanish and can conduct therapy in both languages. He offers supervision and consultation to clinicians seeking to enhance their CBT skills for Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. John lives in Westchester with his wife of over 38 years. Beyond his professional pursuits, John enjoys spending quality time with his 3 adult children, reading, running, guitar playing, nature, and soccer.
Professional Affiliations:
John Silvestre is a professional member of the following associations:
Publications:
Liebowitz, M., R., Salman, E., Jusino, C., M., Garfinkel, R., Street, Cardenas, D., L., Silvestre, J., Fyer, A., Carrasco, J., Davies, S., Guarnaccia, P., & Klein, D.. Ataque de Nervios and Panic Disorder.American Journal of Psychiatry. 1994, 151, 871-875.
Salman, E., Liebowitz, M., Jusino,C., M., Garfinkel, R., Street., Cardenas, D., Silvestre, J., Fyer, A., Carrasco, J., L., Davies, S., O., Guarnaccia, P., & Klein, D., F. Sub-types of Ataque de Nervios. The Influence of Co-Existing Psychiatric Diagnosis.Culture Medicine and Psychiatry. 1996
Street, L., Salman, E., Garfinkel, R., Silvestre, J., Carrasco, J., Cardenas, D., L., Zinbarg, R., Barlow, D., H., Liebowitz, M., L. Discriminating Between Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Anxiety Disorder Not Otherwise Specified: Is it only a matter of worry?.Journal of Anxiety Disorders. 1996
Silvestre, J. and Aronowitz, B (1997). Behavioral Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. In Hollander, E., and Stein, D., J. (eds.) Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. New York: Marcel Decker, Ins. 1997.
Simpson, B., H., Schneier, F., R., Marshall, R., D., Campeas, R., B., Vermes, D.,Silvestre, J., Davies, S., Liebowitz, M., R. Low Dose Selegiline (L-Deprenyl) in Social Phobia. Depression and Anxiety. 1998