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About Courtney Dowdell
LCAT, RDT/BCT, CEDCAT

I am a passionate and dedicated therapist who obtained my graduate degree from New York University. I am a licensed creative arts therapist in New York State and a registered drama therapist with over 10 years of clinical experience.  

I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image issues. I am a Certified Eating Disorders Therapist (CEDCAT) and affiliated with BALANCE eating disorder treatment center in Manhattan. I have extensive experience collaborating with other treatment professionals to set up an individualized treatment plan to support recovery.  I have led numerous educational workshops on eating disorders and body image. I also have extensive experience treating those struggling with anxiety, depression, life and career transitions, and trauma.

I use a relational and psychodynamic approach within a creative frame to help clients set realistic goals and work toward behavioral change. I take an active role in treatment by engaging wholeheartedly, meeting you where you are at, and offering a steady presence as you grow.

Licenses/Certifications
New York State Licensed Creative Arts Therapist #001672-1
Registered Drama Therapist #505
Certified Eating Disorders Therapist (CEDCAT)

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I was reading a book yesterday centered around the theme of compassion. The word “compass” jumped out at me. It was an a-ha moment for myself, and I thought I would share it here. The compass (I love metaphor!) is an instrument that gives
I send you this message with hope that you allow it to meet you where you’re at this morning.
With the rapidly changing circumstances around Coronavirus, I decided to convert all sessions to either phone or a HIPPA-compliant online platform starting Monday, March 16. Providing virtual support during an event like COVID-19 can offer a groundi
Brené Brown defines connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship. The desire to
“Authenticity is a collection of choices that we have to make every day” -Brené Brown #choice #selfawareness #risk #gratitude #journey #vulnerability #nyctherapy
As humans, we are designed to heal in connection to others. You are not meant to do this alone. Reach out. #nyctherapist #psychotherapist #eatingdisorderrecovery #bodyimage #anxietyrelief #depression #lifetransitions #midtownmanhattan
Repeat; it’s okay to see a therapist! ✨also, my new website is live! ✨ I wanted to take a moment to thank @thinslicemarketing for building this incredible website. I absolutely love their mission—to help connect mental health professional
A mid-week reminder for those who need to hear it. #goodenough #selflove #compassion #kindness #selfesteem #nyctherapist
Comparison is the thief of joy. In moments you have the urge to compare; come back to you—your authentic, vulnerable, messy human self. Embrace compassion. Try to gently let go of comparing yourself to others and focus on your unique offerings
We change our behavior when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing. -Dr. Henry Cloud #resilience #risk #recovery #motivation #nyctherapist #therapyiscool