Upper East Side, Manhattan

Clarity, care, and understanding, all under one roof

Dr. Laury Paul brings together counseling psychology and neuropsychology in a private practice built around one idea: that good care begins with truly knowing the person in front of you.

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Our practice brings together two areas of deep clinical expertise under one roof. As a counseling psychologist, Dr. Paul provides evidence-based, individualized therapy for clients navigating emotional, relational, and behavioral challenges. As a neuropsychologist, she conducts comprehensive evaluations that bring diagnostic clarity to complex cognitive, developmental, and psychological questions, equipping individuals and families with the understanding they need to take meaningful next steps.

Two areas of expertise, one practice

Counseling & Psychotherapy

Children · Adolescents · Adults · Couples · Families

Dr. Paul provides thoughtful, evidence-based therapy tailored to each client's unique needs, stage of life, and goals. Whether you're working through a difficult chapter, navigating a relationship, or supporting your child through a challenging stretch, therapy offers a space to be heard, understood, and supported.

Areas of focus: Individual
  • Depression, sadness & low motivation
  • Anxiety (general, social, phobias)
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Panic Disorder
  • Interpersonal & relationship difficulties
  • Insomnia
  • Work & school challenges (procrastination, attention, time management)
Areas of focus: Couples
  • Recurring conflict & feeling unheard
  • Emotional distance & lost intimacy
  • Infidelity & broken trust
  • Parenting disagreements
  • Life transitions
  • Premarital strengthening
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Neuropsychological Evaluations

Children · Adolescents · Adults

Dr. Paul conducts comprehensive neuropsychological assessments that go beyond identifying what's difficult, uncovering how a person thinks, learns, and processes the world, with a focus on strengths as much as challenges. She works closely with parents and schools to translate findings into clear, actionable support.

Common referral concerns
  • ADHD
  • Learning disorders
  • Autism spectrum
  • Language & motor delays
  • Academic difficulties
  • Social & emotional challenges
  • Behavioral concerns
  • Neurological conditions
  • Twice-exceptional & gifted
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Care that sees the whole person

Whether the work is therapeutic or diagnostic, Dr. Paul's approach starts from the same place: genuine curiosity about who you are, not just what brought you in. Every evaluation, every session, is shaped by a commitment to understanding context, honoring strengths, and building a path forward that makes sense for your life.

Individualized. No templates, no one-size-fits-all. Care is tailored to each client's unique profile, history, and goals.
Strengths-based. Evaluations and therapy alike begin by understanding what's working, not just what isn't.
Collaborative. Dr. Paul works with families, schools, and other providers to ensure findings and treatment translate into real-world support.
Evidence-based. Grounded in current research and clinical best practices, delivered with warmth.

What to expect from a neuropsychological evaluation

A comprehensive evaluation provides a detailed picture of cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral functioning, leading to clear answers and a personalized roadmap for next steps.

01

Intake & History

We begin with a thorough review of developmental, medical, educational, and family history to understand the full picture before testing begins.

02

Comprehensive Testing

Assessments are tailored to the referral question and may cover cognition, attention, executive functioning, memory, language, academic skills, and social-emotional functioning.

03

Feedback & Recommendations

Results are shared in a personal feedback session with clear, actionable recommendations. A comprehensive written report follows, designed to guide families, schools, and treatment teams.

Working together for better outcomes

Dr. Paul values the relationships she builds with the clinicians, educators, and attorneys who entrust their clients and students to her care. She sees every referral as the beginning of a collaboration, and she stays engaged throughout the process to ensure the best possible outcome for your client or student.

You'll receive detailed, well-organized reports written in clear language, timely communication throughout the process, and a genuine willingness to coordinate with treatment teams, schools, and legal professionals to make sure findings lead to real progress.

Detail-Oriented
Reports that answer
the referral question fully
Accessible
Written for families, schools
and legal settings alike
Communicative
You'll hear from Dr. Paul
not just at the end
Integrated
Findings connect to treatment
planning and next steps
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Meet Dr. Laury Paul

Dr. Paul is a licensed psychologist and neuropsychologist. She holds an M.S.Ed. and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Fordham University, with post-doctoral training in Clinical Neuropsychology through Fielding University. This dual foundation allows her to bring both therapeutic depth and diagnostic precision to her work with every client.

Her clinical background includes training at Mount Sinai, Bellevue Hospital Center, and St. Vincent's, as well as years of private practice experience. She has published research and presented at national conferences on the intersection of psychology and health, including physician-patient dynamics and health self-regulation.

Above all, Dr. Paul is committed to creating a space where clients feel genuinely comfortable, safe, and heard, whether they're coming in for their first therapy session or sitting down to review evaluation results.

Education M.S.Ed. & Ph.D., Counseling Psychology
Fordham University
Post-Doctoral Training Clinical Neuropsychology
Fielding University
Clinical Training Mount Sinai · Bellevue · St. Vincent's
Licensure Licensed Psychologist, NY

Ready to take the next step?

Whether you're seeking therapy, an evaluation, or simply have questions about which service is right for you, we'd love to hear from you.

Location
9 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10065
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