Alone for the Holidays?
Just post-divorce, Faith will not have her kids over this Xmas. Her therapist helps her break through her denial that she could be lonely. She acknowledges the difference...
Dr Joy Dryer
Clinical Psychologist
“As Psychologist/ Psychoanalyst I wear 2 hats. 1st, over 40 years I've worked with individuals, families, couples (using PACT). 2nd, as a Divorce Mediator I consult with couples RE: Steps of Separation, & specialize in helping couples decide to Stay (& work on their relationship) OR to Separate (& how to leave).”
About Me
I help couples navigate complex relationship crossroads, whether you're considering staying together or contemplating separation. With over 40 years' experience, I guide individuals, families, and couples to clarity. For partners, I offer a structured approach, like PACT, to explore options. My aim is to support you in making informed decisions and finding a respectful path forward. I ensure all voices are heard with understanding.
Approach
At critical turning points I guide partners through a stepwise process that balances honest clarity with careful planning, helping you decide whether to invest in repair or to separate with dignity. Sessions in my New York City office or via secure online video are conducted in English, paced deliberately to allow both immediate problem-solving and deeper reflection. I blend focused, action-oriented work with reflective listening — short experiments between meetings, mindful practices, and clear logistical planning when separation is considered. This approach suits couples and individuals seeking practical clarity and mutual respect.
Contact Joy
Ask a quick question or arrange a time to meet.
Basic Information
In-person & Online
Services
Services Offered:
Clinical Supervision
Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.
Divorce Counseling
Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.
Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Mediation
A structured process in which a neutral third party helps people in conflict reach a mutually acceptable agreement.
Learn more about MediationMindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
Learn more about MindfulnessPsychoanalysis
An in-depth therapy that explores unconscious patterns, early experiences, and inner conflicts to produce lasting psychological change, typically involving frequent sessions.
Learn more about PsychoanalysisPsych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
Learn more about Psychotherapy
Works With:
- Couples
- Families
- Individuals
- Organisations
- Parents
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about AnxietyRelationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
Learn more about Relationship IssuesADHD / Attention
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about ADHD / AttentionCareer Issues
Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.
Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
Learn more about Grief & LossMood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
Learn more about Mood DisorderDivorce Counseling
Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.
Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Professional Title:
Clinical Psychologist
An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.
Credentials
Registrations
Ein + Npi Jadryer 64735CBJD
Psychologist
Qualifications
New York University
Service Areas
Brooklyn Hts, New York City, United States
