Dr. Efrat Fridman, LCSW

Dr. Efrat Fridman, LCSW Individual, couple , and family therapy
IMAGO Therapy
Getting the Love You Want Workshops presenter Are you feeling lonely in your relationship?

Are you always arguing with your partner? Are you dealing with financial struggles, parenting conflicts, or a lack of intimacy? Are you experiencing the pain of infidelity and unsure if you should stay in the relationship? Couples and Individual Therapy can help you learn a better way to work through issues while deepening your connection at the same time. I provide you with tools which help you r

econnect with your self and with your partner , work out misunderstandings, reduce conflict, and rediscover ways to bond, communicate, and find common ground. As an experienced Therapist, I have assisted many individuals, couples and families in working through their challenges .I specialize in relationships and maintain a private practice treating individuals, couples, and families. My ability to provide a safe space for you and for your partner is one of my greatest strengths. Treating through IMAGO therapy, I help you reconnect. Individual therapy gives you the tools to improve your relationships with others. Couples Therapy gives you the tools to learn a better way to work through issues as infidelity, parenting conflict and lack of intimacy, while deepening your connection .

05/23/2025

“You are doing too much”, “You are doing too little”,
“You are talking too much”, “You are not talking enough “.

Digs. Insults. Jokes on your partner’s behalf. A look. A wink.

Criticism acts like venom in the space between. It hurts. it disconnects. It destroys. It Causes fraction and distance.

The message to your partner is that they are not enough.

We all do it and often we justify it: “This is constructive criticism”.” I say it to help you be the best version of yourself”. Or maybe minimizing the hurt: “You are so sensitive. You know I am just joking “.

Your partner, in return, often responds in one of the following ways:

Pleasing: Your partner will do what you want to please you.

Fighting back: Your partner will fight back. for example: will give you a dirty look every time you criticize them.

Passive Aggressive: Your partner will not push back verbally but will wear the yellow shirt that they know you hate or will talk very loud on purpose although they know you want to sleep.

“So, I can’t express if something bothers me”?

Of course you can and you should ! You can say anything and everything. It just depends on the way you say it.

1.Instead of giving that dirty look you can say:” I am curious about what you meant when you said that. Tell me more”.

2.If you want to express something that bothers, you can say: “I want to discuss something that I find difficult. Is now a good time?”

3.I statements: “I feel hurt when you talk to my mom about our finances “.

"But she can’t take a joke". Or "he gets offended by everything I say, although he knows I don’t mean it.
Maybe.

But if your partner experiences what you say as criticism, then try to reframe from it.

Try to exchange the criticism with a good word, a compliment, a hug - you will be surprised of the difference it can make.

You will feel safe and experience connection, aliveness, and love.

💖 Unlock the Secrets to Lasting Love! 💖🌟 Benefits you'll gain:🌟 Resolve conflicts effectively🌟 Strengthen emotional inti...
05/20/2025

💖 Unlock the Secrets to Lasting Love! 💖

🌟 Benefits you'll gain:
🌟 Resolve conflicts effectively
🌟 Strengthen emotional intimacy
🌟 Reignite passion and closeness
🌟 Restore trust and mutual respect

This workshop welcomes couples of all stages and orientations. With Dr. Fridman’s expert guidance, you'll learn actionable strategies to foster lasting connection and emotional fulfillment.

📅 June 19th–21st | Limited spots available!

👉 Click "Call Now" now to reserve your seat and renew your relationship today!

📞 Call for details: (718) 887-4400

Welcome to Getting The Love You Want: An IMAGO Couples Workshop.

💖 Unlock the Secrets to Lasting Love! 💖Feeling disconnected, frustrated, or stuck in a cycle of conflicts? Join Dr. Efra...
05/20/2025

💖 Unlock the Secrets to Lasting Love! 💖

Feeling disconnected, frustrated, or stuck in a cycle of conflicts? Join Dr. Efrat Fridman at the "Getting the Love You Want: IMAGO Couples Workshop" to transform your relationship. Discover powerful tools that help you communicate clearly, reconnect deeply, and rediscover the joy in your partnership.

🌟 Benefits you'll gain:
✅ Resolve conflicts effectively
✅ Strengthen emotional intimacy
✅ Reignite passion and closeness
✅ Restore trust and mutual respect

This workshop welcomes couples of all stages and orientations. With Dr. Fridman’s expert guidance, you'll learn actionable strategies to foster lasting connection and emotional fulfillment.

📅 June 19th–21st | Limited spots available!

👉 Click "Sign Up" now to reserve your seat and renew your relationship today!

📞 Call for details: (718) 887-4400
🌐 www.efratfridman.com

When your partner shuts down emotionally, it’s not always what you think...They’re not cold. They’re not ignoring you.🧠 ...
05/14/2025

When your partner shuts down emotionally, it’s not always what you think...
They’re not cold. They’re not ignoring you.
🧠 Their nervous system may be protecting them from past pain they never got to process.

In this post, Dr. Efrat Fridman breaks down why conflict often triggers emotional withdrawal—and how couples can move from disconnection to deep healing through safety, regulation, and real communication.
If your relationship feels stuck in shutdowns, silent treatments, or misunderstood reactions… this is your sign to take a step toward real understanding.

❤️ You don’t need to repeat the same painful cycles.
There’s a better way—and it starts with knowing what’s really happening underneath the reaction.

📍 Office Location: 2 Pinetree Lane, Old Westbury, NY
📞 Call now: 718-887-4400 or visit www.efratfridman.com
📩 DM “therapy” to schedule a session or book your spot in the next Imago Couples Workshop.

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