Barbara Gerson

Barbara Gerson is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University. She holds a PhD from NYU's School Psychology Program (1976) and an AB from Vassar College (1970). Her expertise spans psychodynamic psychotherapy with children/adolescents, projective personality assessment, and trauma treatment. She maintains a private practice in NYC/Westchester alongside her academic role.

Research focuses on trauma in youth, developmental disabilities, and family dynamics in non-traditional reproductive contexts. Recent courses include Practicum Child Therapy II and Trauma in Children & Adolescents (PSS 6612/6622). Office: Resnick Campus - Rousso Building, Room 111.

No scientific awards explicitly listed, though her publications reflect clinical contributions. Advising/grants details not provided in text. Active in training future clinicians through Ferkauf's programs.