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Independence Therapy
A clinical and educational focus on helping children and families build real-world independence — skills that transfer beyond the therapy room.
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Camilo Ortiz, Ph.D., ABPP · Great Neck, New York
60 Cuttermill Road, Suite 404, Great Neck, NY 11021
Psychologist · Great Neck, NY
Clarity, independence,
and evidence-based care.
Psychologist · Researcher · Speaker · Author Independence Therapy
Camilo Ortiz, Ph.D., ABPP is a board-certified clinical psychologist. (fewer than 5% of clinical psychologists are board-certified) He helps families and organizations build lasting independence through clinical practice, research, teaching, and public education.
Partner — Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA)
Board Certified — Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology
LIU Post · Associate Professor NYU · Adjunct Assistant Professor
~25 years clinical experience
Mission Unstoppable
Affiliations & focus
Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA)
LIU Post
NYU
Independence Therapy
Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology
Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA)
LIU Post
NYU
Independence Therapy
Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology
How the work shows up
A professional home for clinical care, Independence Therapy, research and teaching, speaking, and media.
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Clinical care at CBA
Evidence-based cognitive-behavioral care through Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA). Start here if you are seeking treatment or a clinical consultation path.
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Research & teaching
Associate Professor at LIU Post and Adjunct Assistant Professor at NYU — bridging clinic, classroom, and scholarship.
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Speaking & training
Keynotes, workshops, and professional education for schools, organizations, and clinical audiences. Inquire to book.
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Media & public education
Appearances that bring Independence Therapy and child development ideas to a broader audience — including national television.
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Author
Writing that extends Independence Therapy and cognitive-behavioral ideas into accessible guidance for parents, clinicians, and the public.
About Camilo Ortiz, Ph.D., ABPP
Camilo Ortiz, Ph.D., ABPP is a psychologist, researcher, speaker, and author based in Great Neck, New York. He is board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology and has 25 years of clinical experience.
Dr. Ortiz serves as Associate Professor at LIU Post and Adjunct Assistant Professor at NYU. His professional work centers on Independence Therapy, cognitive-behavioral clinical care through Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA), research and teaching, speaking engagements, and media education.
He is licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, and provides coaching in other U.S. states and internationally.
In the media
Featured appearance
Dr. Ortiz on Mission Unstoppable
Watch Dr. Ortiz discuss child independence on Mission Unstoppable — practical, research-informed perspective for parents and professionals.
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Mission Unstoppable
Book me to speak
Invite Dr. Ortiz for keynotes, workshops, or professional training on Independence Therapy, child development, and cognitive-behavioral practice.
Office & next steps
Clinical care is scheduled through Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA). For keynotes, workshops, and training, use the speaking inquiry link.
