Dr. Salhany is a licensed psychologist and has been treating individuals with a broad range of anxiety and depressive disorders for more than 20 years. She received a Masters of Science in School & Community Counseling from CUNY, the College of Staten Island and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Walden University.

She completed an Extramural Program from the prestigious Beck Institute for Cognitive Therapy and Research. She was personally supervised by Judith Beck, Ph.D., a best-selling author, researcher and expert in cognitive therapy. Dr. Beck’s father is the Aaron T. Beck, M.D., the internationally known scientist who created Cognitive Therapy and was recently recognized as one of the most influential therapists of all time. From this specialized training, Dr. Salhany received certification from the distinctive Academy of Cognitive Therapy (A.C.T.). It is important to note that while many identify themselves as cognitive therapists, The Academy of Cognitive Therapy is the only certifying organization for cognitive therapists that actually evaluates applicants’ knowledge and ability before granting certification. Dr. Salhany remains the only A.C.T. Certified Psychologist on Staten Island and one of the select few in the New York Area.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Salhany remains an active educator with various teaching credentials. She is currently a Clinical Instructor for the Psychiatric Residents at Richmond University Medical Center. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the College of Staten Island for the Department of Psychology and St. Paul’s School of Nursing. Dr. Salhany also supervises and trains mental health professionals.

Dr. Salhany is well known to the community of Staten Island and is a Board Member at Freedom From Fear. She has given lectures and presentations to various local entities, at professional conferences, and has appeared on local television. She has been recognized for her contributions to the community with the Caregivers Award from Freedom From Fear, The Louis Capporicci Community Service Award, Faculty Appreciation Award from The C.S.I. Dolphins, and has obtained Lifetime Membership in the Psi Chi , The National Honor Society in Psychology.