Dr. Lenka Glassman, PsyD

Who I work with

I’m a licensed psychologist offering specialized treatment to children, teens, adults who are struggling with symptoms related to Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Eating Disorders. I frequently work with families affected by chronic illness, panic, phobias, depression, and parenting challenges. I’m passionate about helping fellow humans recognize their own power, face their fears, and step into greater confidence.

Outside of my clinical work, I’ve authored multiple books for children facing mood and anxiety challenges, offer community parenting groups and present on topics related to anxiety, perfectionism, and all things mental health at local schools.

How I work

My therapeutic approach is grounded in research-based care, while integrating sound psychodynamic principles. I have advanced training and certification in evidence-based treatments including cognitive-behavioral therapy and it’s sub-specialities (ERP, SPACE, and ACT), allowing you to benefit from the most effective strategies available today. I’m also extensively trained in psychodynamic therapies, including intensive short-term and relational approaches, allowing for a deeply personalized treatment plan that is thoughtful, collaborative, and laser focused on getting you to a place of inner peace. I aim for meaningful results, efficiently.

My commitment to clinical excellence and specialization are the key to my clients’ (and my own) growth. I seek to offer the highest standards of care by continuing to pursue advanced training, and by consulting on a weekly basis with top experts in their fields. I’m one of those lucky humans who’s job is also their passion.

My decades of experience as a coach and group fitness leader allow me to incorporate mindfulness, yoga, and physical movement with many of my clients. Mental health and physical health are inextricably linked, and even small changes in your daily habits can help amplify your therapy results.

Personal qualities that I strive to bring to the therapy space include authenticity, directness, compassion and a dose of humor.

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

  • The Georgia School of Professional Psychology in Atlanta, GA, 2012. Doctor of clinical psychology.

  • Clinical internships: Morgan State University Counseling Center (Baltimore, MD), Psychiatric Institute of Washington (Washington, DC), Courtois & Associates (Washington, DC), Clinical externship, The Eating Disorder Recovery Center (Athens, GA), The Anxiety and Psychology Center (Atlanta, GA).

  • Temple University, Tuttleman Counseling Services in Philadelphia, PA, Pre-Doctoral Internship.

  • Howard University, Counseling Services in Washington, DC, Post-Doctoral Fellowship.

  • Group and personal fitness trainer, 2004-2022 (Equinox Fitness, Crunch Fitness, & more).

SPECIALIZATION

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT certified) 2015-2017.

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP certified) 2023-2024.

  • Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) 2022.

  • Applying SPACE for ARFID and Failure to launch, 2022.

  • Inference Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT), 2023.

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), 2020-2024.

  • Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP certified) 2015-2018.

  • Relational Psychotherapy, 2022-2024.

  • Relational Psychotherapy for Eating Disorders, 2023.

BOOKS

  • Kid Confident #2: Mastering Your Mood in Middle School. 2023 (Magination Press/APA).

  • What To Do When You Panic: A kid’s guide to transforming panic into personal power. 2025 (Magination Press/APA).