Bonnie Floyd, Ph.D.
Dr. Bonnie Floyd works with individuals ages 18 and up who are experiencing difficulties adjusting to chronic medical conditions, heightened levels of anxiety and depression as well as those who are struggling with grief and loss in their lives. She has been a licensed clinical psychologist for twenty years.
Dr. Floyd typically spends one to two sessions completing a thorough intake with new clients and works collaboratively to establish goals. Progress is evaluated by a decreased severity of emotional distress, such as a reduction in symptoms of anxiety or depression. She frequently assigns homework to reinforce concepts discussed during sessions.
She has experience in pain management and has performed neuropsychological evaluations for geriatric residents. She continues to provide weekly psychotherapy services for nursing home residents. Dr. Floyd has also worked in the field of chemical dependency for several years.
Dr. Floyd obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical Health Psychology, from a program jointly offered by the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She was drawn to clinical health psychology due to her dual interests in clinical psychology and medicine.
Her personal experience of having been diagnosed with chronic medical conditions offers a unique perspective for assisting others to cope optimally with their long-term medical conditions. Dr. Floyd predominantly uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy to assist clients in developing an optimal outlook on managing their health conditions.