Children & Adolescents
Developmental expertise working with youth navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and social challenges across school and home environments.
About Grace
Clinical Expertise Meets Public Education
Licensed clinical social worker, educator, and media expert translating mental health science into actionable insight for families, professionals, and communities.
Professional Background
Grace Berman is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults. She creates a compassionate environment where clients of all ages learn new skills to navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions.
With over a decade of experience in clinical practice and public education, Grace has emerged as a leading voice in mental health advocacy. Her work focuses on making complex psychological concepts accessible to the public while maintaining clinical rigor and evidence-based approaches.
Grace's expertise spans anxiety disorders, ADHD, social media's impact on mental health, AI ethics in healthcare, and parenting strategies. She has developed programs and curricula that bridge the gap between clinical research and practical application, helping thousands of families navigate modern mental health challenges.
Credentials & Affiliations
Professional qualifications and institutional partnerships
LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
The Ross Center
Co-Director of Community Education, New York
Columbia University
Adjunct Professor, School of Social Work
Child Mind Institute
Former Clinical Manager
Yale Child Study Center
Advanced Clinical Fellow
ADAA
Public Education Committee Member
Career Highlights
A timeline of clinical and educational milestones
2024-Present
Co-Director of Community Education, The Ross Center
Leading public education initiatives, developing evidence-based programs, and providing expert commentary on mental health issues affecting New York communities.
2022-Present
Adjunct Professor, Columbia University
Teaching graduate students in the School of Social Work, focusing on clinical practice with children and adolescents, anxiety treatment, and digital mental health.
2020-2024
Clinical Manager, Child Mind Institute
Oversaw clinical programming and staff development for one of the nation's leading children's mental health organizations. Developed protocols for anxiety and ADHD treatment.
2018-2020
Advanced Clinical Fellow, Yale Child Study Center
Specialized training in child and adolescent mental health, anxiety disorders, and family systems. Conducted research on digital interventions for anxiety.
2019-Present
ADAA Public Education Committee
Contributing to national anxiety awareness campaigns, developing educational materials, and providing expert guidance on public-facing mental health content.
Clinical & Educational Focus
Specialized expertise across developmental stages and modern challenges
Parenting Support
Coaching parents through behavioral challenges, communication strategies, and navigating complex modern parenting issues including screen time and digital safety.
Digital Wellbeing
Research-informed perspectives on social media, screen time, online safety, and the intersection of technology and mental health in the digital age.
AI & Ethics
Thought leadership on ethical implications of AI in mental healthcare, from chatbots to diagnostic tools, balancing innovation with clinical responsibility.
Public Education
Curriculum development, community workshops, and media engagement to increase mental health literacy and reduce stigma across diverse populations.
"Grace combines clinical depth with the rare ability to communicate complex mental health concepts in ways that resonate with parents, educators, and the public. Her work bridges the gap between research and real-world application."
Colleague testimonial
Work With Grace
Available for speaking engagements, media commentary, consultation, and educational program development.