NYC Gazette

The Center for Stress, Resilience and Personal Growth at Mount Sinai is now extending its services to the general public. Initially launched in April 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic to support Mount Sinai Health System's workforce, the center is offering confidential behavioral health treatment to New Yorkers aged 18 and older.

A team of clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and licensed clinical social workers will provide cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and medication management. These services aim to assist individuals dealing with life adjustments, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma-related issues.

Jonathan M. DePierro, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Associate Director of the Center stated: “We are extending our services to the general public so we can take the discoveries we’ve made about health care worker resilience and behavioral health and apply that knowledge to help members of the public who could benefit from it.” He added that they use evidence-based strategies to enhance resilience and well-being among New Yorkers.

Over five years, the Center has become nationally recognized for its effective preventive and treatment services for healthcare workers. It has conducted over 18,000 behavioral health visits for Mount Sinai staff and trainees. The center also provided more than 600 educational courses on mental health and resilience.

Dennis S. Charney, MD emphasized: “We launched the Center for Stress, Resilience and Personal Growth in the height of the pandemic to support our health care workforce who were at the epicenter of the pandemic.” He noted that it was likely a pioneering initiative in addressing comprehensive mental health needs among healthcare workers.

The Center collaborates with Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai on PTSD research. Data collected shows significant reductions in symptoms such as anxiety (40%), PTSD (73%), with a 31% increase in well-being among participants. Findings published in February 2024 indicated positive outcomes comparable to clinical trials.

Deborah Marin, MD expressed enthusiasm about expanding their reach: “During this time where people across the globe are experiencing record levels of depression...we are thrilled to share our expertise...to now help New Yorkers outside the Health System face challenges with resiliency.”

For further details or appointments contact MS-CSRPG@mountsinai.org or call 212-659-5564.