Hi, I’m Taedra Pedonti.
I am a Columbia University trained psychotherapist with over 7 years of clinical experience working with individuals, families, couples and groups. I completed my Masters of Social Work at Columbia University School of Social Work. Following training at NewYork Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center in outpatient adult psychiatry I accepted a position within the Division of Pediatric Psychiatry at NYP/CUIMC. Within this position I worked with individuals diagnosed with chronic medical illnesses as well as presenting with mental health challenges. I piloted and researched programs to help individual improve their adherence with their medical care. I also lead the Dialectical Behavior Therapy Consult team at Special Needs Clinic at NYP/CUIMC. At that time I held a faculty appointment at Columbia University.
Throughout my years of experience I have acquired extensive training in evidence based therapies. This has included and is not limited to the below:
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy - Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Emotion Focused Therapy
Mindfulness Based Therapies
Trauma Informed Therapy
Certified Health Coach, Institute for Integrative Nutrition
I’m currently providing clinical services exclusively through MindWell NYC. Here I use my expertise to work with individuals, couples and families to work towards creating a more balanced and fulfilling life.