Meet Zev Berkowitz, LCSW

I’m Zev Berkowitz, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and former School Psychologist with over 20 years of experience guiding couples, teenagers, families, and individuals as they navigate life’s challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

After earning my degrees from New York University and Long Island University, I began my career in both outpatient and inpatient clinics. These early experiences shaped my approach to care and prepared me to establish a private practice in 2008. In 2018, I founded an online counseling service, The Virtual Counselors to make expert mental health support accessible to even more people.

Specializing In Couples Therapy

Relationships can be complicated, but they don’t have to feel impossible. As a couples therapist, I work with individuals from all walks of life, including premarital, married, straight, and LGBTQ+ partnerships. My training in Imago Relationship Therapy and The Gottman Method allows me to address:

  • Communication and intimacy issues

  • Trust and infidelity concerns

  • Substance abuse and behavioral challenges

I’m especially focused on helping high-conflict couples reconnect and feel valued and heard. By tailoring my approach to meet your needs, I strive to create a safe space where both partners can thrive.

Expertise Beyond Couples

While my primary focus is couples therapy, I also have extensive experience working with teenagers and individuals struggling with anxiety disorders and panic attacks. Using proven techniques, I help my clients build the tools they need to face challenges and grow with confidence.

My Background & Philosophy

I discovered my passion for helping others as a peer counselor during undergrad, and that passion has guided my career ever since. Over the years, I’ve served as a school psychologist, independent evaluator, and therapist at respected institutions, including Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York and Fordham Tremont in the Bronx, New York. I’ve also collaborated with the Family Healing Center in New Jersey and developed expertise in treating anxiety disorders, family dynamics, and substance abuse.

Today, my boutique practice combines the warmth of a traditional office with the flexibility of virtual care. My goal is to create a personalized and supportive experience specific for your needs, whether you’re seeking individual growth or a stronger partnership.

Beyond The Office

When I’m not working with clients, I enjoy practicing yoga, cycling, and spending time with my wife and four children. These moments of connection and reflection inspire my work and remind me why I’m passionate about helping others.

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  • I have worked with Zev Berkowitz for the past 2 years and would highly recommend. Zev is inviting and easy to talk to but challenges you to work on yourself and the issues that you may be facing. We worked on couples therapy first and now I continue to use Zev as a personal therapist to work on my personal challenges. He is also very flexible with his schedule, and always available to talk or even text.

    RAPHAEL TAVARES

  • I've been having sessions with Zev for several months now. This has truly been an incredibly transformative experience and has helped me so much with my mental health. Highly recommend!

    LIAM BROWN

  • Zev Berkowitz has demonstrated dedication, commitment, and support. As a therapist, he specializes in unraveling difficult patterns, resolving conflicts, developing self-awareness and understanding, and facilitating self-processing. Zev has been a pivotal partner in my personal reinvention, and I have grown tremendously with his help. For individual or family counseling, I strongly recommend Zev Berkowitz.

    REBECCA HUNT

  • My spouse and I were at our lowest point after infidelity shattered our trust. Working with Zev was nothing short of transformative. He helped us confront the pain and rebuild trust step by step, teaching us how to communicate openly without fear or judgment. Zev’s compassion, expertise, and structured approach gave us tools to heal and reconnect on a deeper level than we ever thought possible. We are now in a place of mutual respect and understanding, and I can honestly say we wouldn’t have made it without him.

    JOEL R.

  • Zev’s work with us on porn addiction was life-changing. He created a safe space where we could address the impact it had on our relationship without shame or blame. His nonjudgmental guidance helped us understand the root causes and develop healthier ways to reconnect emotionally and physically. The exercises he introduced for intimacy were thoughtful and effective, allowing us to rebuild a closeness we hadn’t felt in years. Zev’s insight and practical tools gave us a renewed sense of hope and love in our marriage.

    ESTHER C.

  • Before meeting Zev, my spouse and I couldn’t have a conversation without it turning into a heated argument. We felt stuck in a cycle of blame and defensiveness. Zev taught us practical, easy-to-understand communication techniques that completely changed how we interact. From learning to listen with empathy to expressing ourselves clearly and calmly, his approach made conflict manageable instead of destructive. Zev showed us that disagreements don’t have to break us—they can bring us closer. We’ve never felt more connected or equipped to handle challenges together.

    SOL J.

  • Zev’s expertise in the Gottman and Imago relationship techniques truly saved our marriage. He showed us how to identify and break free from toxic patterns that were tearing us apart. Through the Gottman Method, we learned how to recognize the "Four Horsemen" behaviors and replace them with healthier ways of communicating. With Imago Therapy, Zev guided us through powerful exercises that helped us deeply understand and validate each other’s experiences. These methods were practical and eye-opening, creating a level of empathy and connection we’d never felt before. Thanks to Zev, we now have a strong foundation and the tools to keep growing together.

    JULIE D.

  • Zev’s support was life-changing for me as I struggled with severe anxiety and frequent panic attacks. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other techniques, he helped me identify and challenge the thoughts fueling my anxiety. Zev also taught me practical tools to manage panic attacks in the moment, which gave me back a sense of control over my life. His calm and compassionate approach made me feel understood and empowered. I can now face situations that once felt impossible, and I’m so grateful for his guidance.

    CHAIM M.

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