Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team of therapists bring a wealth of experience and expertise to elevate your mental health care. Using clinically validated approaches, we provide personalized support to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your mental health goals.

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David Sitt, Psy.D

Co-founder, Psychologist
& Best Selling Author

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Ayla Sitt, Psy.D

Co-Founder &
Clinical Psychologist

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Molly Ottensoser, M.A.

Clinical Psychology
Extern

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Linda Cohen

Administrative
Assistant

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Dr. David Sitt

Co-Founder & Clinical Psychologist

Licensed Clinical Psychologist in NYC

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Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety & Mood Disorders

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Tenured professor of Psychology at Baruch College (CUNY)

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David Sitt Psy.D. is the co-founder of Elevate Psychology and specializes in treating adults with ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders. He brings a wealth of expertise to his clinical practice, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, positive psychology techniques, and Executive Function coaching to empower clients to become their own therapists, fostering independence and resilience.

Dr. Sitt is the best-selling author of "ADHD Refocused: Bringing Clarity to the Chaos" and a sought-after consultant and executive coach for thought leaders, corporations, and educational institutions. As the Clinical Director of Agave Health, he leads the foremost behavioral health platform for adults with ADHD. He is also a tenured professor at Baruch College (CUNY), where he teaches courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Positive Psychology. His dynamic teaching style incorporates emergent technologies and experiential activities to enhance student learning and engagement.

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Dr. Ayla Sitt

Co-Founder & Clinical Psychologist

Specializes in CBT for anxiety, depression, OCD, and low self-esteem

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Director of
Clinical Training

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Doctorate from

Yeshiva University

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Ayla Sitt Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist specializing in CBT and DBT, focusing on anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, and women's health issues. She works with adults across the lifespan, with a special interest in major life transitions and prenatal/perinatal issues. Ayla emphasizes a collaborative, team-like therapeutic relationship and fosters a warm environment where clients feel welcome to share. Her approach is compassionate yet direct, and she often uses humor to connect with her clients. Ayla has supervised other clinicians for over five years and feels passionately about educating and mentoring fellow professionals.

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Molly Ottensoser, M.A.

Clinical Psychology Extern

Doctoral student in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) at William Paterson University

Summa cum laude graduate of Baruch College (Macaulay Honors)

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Interests: women's health, reproductive care, and neuropsychological assessment

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Molly Ottensoser is a doctoral student in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) at William Paterson University with a growing interest in women's health and the emotional dimensions of reproductive care, informed by her earlier work supporting patients through infertility and fertility treatment. She also brings specialized training in neuropsychological assessment, developed through her externship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where she evaluated adults experiencing cognitive changes related to cancer and other complex medical conditions. Molly values a collaborative, evidence-based approach and works to create a warm, supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered.

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Linda Cohen

Administrative Assistant

Honors Biology major at Yeshiva University (Stern College for Women)

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Linda Cohen manages client scheduling, billing, and intake coordination at Elevate Psychology, serving as a warm first point of contact for clients navigating appointments, practice logistics, and paperwork. She is an honors Biology major at Yeshiva University's Stern College for Women, and brings experience across academic tutoring, psychology research support, and community leadership. Detail-oriented and personable, Linda works to make every client's administrative experience smooth, responsive, and stress-free.

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Towards Well-being

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At Elevate Psychology, our experts specialize in ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders. Using proven therapies like CBT, ACT, and MBCT, we offer compassionate, experienced care to help you unlock your well-being.