Richard R. Hansen, PhD, ABPP: A Pillar of Psychoanalysis and Mental Health in Roslyn Heights

Celebrating Nearly Five Decades of Service in Psychology and Psychoanalysis

Richard R. Hansen, PhD, ABPP, has been a stalwart in the field of psychology for nearly five decades, providing expert psychological support to individuals, couples, and families in Roslyn Heights, New York. Since 1978, Dr. Hansen has dedicated his practice to helping clients navigate their emotional and psychological challenges, and in 1999, he expanded his expertise to become a psychoanalyst, further enriching the mental health landscape.

Dr. Hansen’s diverse practice caters to a wide demographic, including children, adolescents, adults, and families, offering a comprehensive range of psychological services. His commitment to fostering mental well-being extends beyond his private practice; he has been a key faculty member at Adelphi University’s Post Graduate Program in Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy at the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology since 2004. In this role, Dr. Hansen trains and supervises the next generation of psychoanalysts and psychotherapists, ensuring the continued evolution of the field.

A distinguished academic, Dr. Hansen began his educational journey at Hofstra University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology in 1969. He was recognized as the first undergraduate to receive a graduate teaching fellowship in the Department of Psychology, a testament to his early dedication and talent. He later completed a Master of Science Degree in School Psychology at Brooklyn College and earned his Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Psychology from Fordham University in 1977.

Dr. Hansen is board-certified in Psychoanalysis by the American Board of Professional Psychology and is a Fellow in the Division of Psychoanalysis of the American Psychological Association. His leadership extends to serving as the past president of the American Board and Academy of Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Psychology, where he has influenced the direction and standards of the profession.

With nearly five decades of experience, Dr. Hansen remains committed to advancing psychological practices while mentoring future professionals. His journey reflects not only his dedication to his clients but also his passion for teaching, ensuring that the field of psychoanalysis continues to grow and adapt to the needs of society.

Learn More about Dr. Richard R. Hansen:
Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/2584397-Richard-Hansen-Psychologist or through Adelphi University, https://www.adelphi.edu/program/graduate/psychoanalysis/our-faculty/

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