Frank Connors, Ph.D.

I am a Clinical Psychology Postdoctoral Fellow at Bryant West Psychology, where I provide psychotherapy to adults both in person and online throughout New York State. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. I have a particular interest in working with professionals who are navigating the psychological demands of work, leadership, career transitions, and the challenges that often accompany high levels of responsibility.

Before returning to clinical psychology, I spent more than twenty years in leadership development and talent management with a Fortune 100 financial institution. In that role, I coached leaders, consulted with executive teams, facilitated organizational change, and helped professionals navigate complex interpersonal dynamics, career transitions, and leadership challenges. This experience has deepened my appreciation for the psychological demands of work, leadership, and relationships, and continues to inform my work with clients from many different backgrounds.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, thoughtful, and tailored to the individual. My clinical foundation is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I believe practical strategies for understanding thoughts, emotions, and behaviors can provide meaningful relief while creating opportunities for lasting change. At the same time, I am interested in integrating relational, developmental, and mindfulness-based perspectives, recognizing that our relationships, life experiences, and patterns of relating to ourselves and others also shape psychological well-being. Together, we work to better understand these patterns while developing new ways of responding that promote resilience, flexibility, and personal growth.

Alongside my professional work, I have maintained a longstanding mindfulness meditation practice, which has strengthened my interest in helping people cultivate greater awareness, self-compassion, and emotional balance. I view therapy as a collaborative relationship built on curiosity, authenticity, and respect. My goal is to create a space where you feel understood, challenged when appropriate, and supported as you work toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

I earned my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois Institute of Technology. My clinical training included the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare, the University of Chicago Medical Center, Hines VA Hospital, and Northwest Community Mental Health Center, where I worked with adults presenting with a broad range of psychological concerns.

It would be a privilege to partner with you as we work toward your goals for healing, growth, and lasting change.