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With 47 years of clinical experience and devoting the last 35 years exclusively to full-time private practice, Dr. Richard E. Madden is eager to share with you his expertise and passion for rational living and emotional well-being.
EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF RATIONAL LIVING!
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Richard E. Madden, PhD, LCSW, is someone who has demonstrated his caring and commitment by obtaining advanced, post-graduate training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Relaxation & Stress Reduction Training, Hypnosis, Biofeedback, Couple Therapy, and Clinical Sleep Counseling.
This training makes it possible for him to help you help yourself to improved personal well-being and relationship satisfaction.
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Dr. Madden earned his MSW in Clinical Social Work and his PhD in Electromedical Sciences. He is licensed in New York State as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for the direct practice of psychotherapy with individuals, groups, couples and families.
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Rational Living Made Simple
REBT/CBT is a modern, efficient and results-oriented approach toward achieving unconditional self-acceptance, frustration and discomfort tolerance, emotional control, elimination of self-defeating behaviors, mood management and improved love & work relationships. Dr. Madden defines this relative freedom from self-imposed emotional distress and self-defeating behavior as “rational living.”
With 47 years of clinical experience, post-graduate training and advanced credentials, Dr. Madden is eager to share his expertise with you for improved emotional well-being, personal effectiveness, relationship and life satisfaction.
Helping you help yourself to improved personal & relationship happiness
Patients of Dr. Madden are saying...
“I am female to male transgender, which makes it more difficult finding the right therapist to fit my needs. Dr. Madden was perfect! He does a damn good job at helping me in every aspect. Definitely THE therapist to go to! Thanks Doc!”
“When I first started talking to Dr. Madden, I was on the verge of a divorce and a custody situation. This caused me a lot of anxiety and stress. He provided tools and guidance that made it possible to get through my troubles. Dr. Madden helped change my life.”
“Seeking therapy services is a difficult and time-consuming task—and the individual is doing this at a time when life is particularly difficult. I was so happy to find a therapist with advanced training in the approach I was seeking—training with a renowned figure in psychology—Albert Ellis. I feel lucky and grateful to benefit from Dr. Madden’s expertise!”
“Dr. Madden is an exceptional therapist. His knowledge of REBT and CBT is beyond compare, and his integration of Modern Stoicism is highly unique. I benefited from Dr. Madden’s experience and, frankly, his psychological bedside manner. Counseling is hard work, but Dr. Madden provides the only tools you’ll ever need.”
“I chose Dr. Madden based on his experience treating women and married couples. I was in a very dark place in my life, self-described as broken. Dr. Madden’s compassion, patience, and REBT techniques have helped me grow into a healthier mindset and better place in my life.”
“I came to Dr. Madden with a history of addiction, serious behavioral problems, and a failing marriage to the woman I loved. His caring REBT therapy helped me piece my life back together and start a new relationship with my wife. Thank you, Dr. Madden.”
“Dr. Madden taught me many valuable ways to manage the inevitable stressors of life. He also introduced me to a philosophy that has been life changing, despite living with daily chronic pain and illness. I feel blessed to have Dr. Madden as part of my healing team.”
“I have struggled with anxiety and depression for thirty years, taking meds on and off. I’ve stopped letting my diagnoses define and control me, thanks to Dr. Madden. He saved me from myself and became my safe place—no judgement, just a gentle voice of reason. Thank you Dr. Madden.”
“As someone who has just entered adulthood, Dr. Madden and his REBT methods are truly helping me to control my emotions and work through any self-defeating thoughts I have. He is the sweetest counselor I have ever encountered—extremely wise, comforting, and hilarious too! I cannot recommend him enough.”
“I am a sexual molestation survivor. When I went to Dr. Madden I was broken and full of anger. His counseling and techniques gave me the ability to mend my heart. Please, if you need any counseling contact him, and trust REBT and in the process. I am forever grateful.”
“Our marriage was in tatters, my trust in the man I had married decades earlier, at zero. Dr Madden listened with compassion and taught the skills of REBT that enabled us to close the door on our Marriage #1 and work toward creation of a healthy, loving Marriage #2.”
“When I told Dr. Madden about my fear of illness and medical procedures, he told me it was curable. After some REBT work, he suggested that I challenge myself and donate blood. I gained the courage to do that, and Dr. Madden also helped me tackle difficult parenting/family issues.”
“I was in a situation that I perceived to be really bad. I often felt stuck, alone, and lost with zero options. I was losing control. Although I was stubborn about it, Dr. Madden hung in there and gave me the tools to help manage the stress and anxiety that was taking over and ruining my life. With his guidance all areas of my life have improved, and I can now look forward to a bright future, regardless of what it brings. Dr. Madden literally saved my life! Every time I hug my wife and kids, I’m thankful I called him instead. Thank you, sir!!”
Treatment Testimonials
“David is a well-established psychologist and delivers a very professional service. As a skilled therapist David brings not only depth, warmth and wisdom to his practice, he also has a sense of humour and charm, that invites trust and ease to his clients. I highly recommend David to any individual or organization in need of quality service.”
Junita Mushenko
“David is a well-established psychologist and delivers a very professional service. As a skilled therapist David brings not only depth, warmth and wisdom to his practice, he also has a sense of humour and charm, that invites trust and ease to his clients. I highly recommend David to any individual or organization in need of quality service.”
Robert Henrich
“David is a well-established psychologist and delivers a very professional service. As a skilled therapist David brings not only depth, warmth and wisdom to his practice, he also has a sense of humour and charm, that invites trust and ease to his clients. I highly recommend David to any individual or organization in need of quality service.”
Rosina Jaber
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Experience the Joy of Rational Living
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