Camilo Ortiz, Ph.D., ABPP · Great Neck, New York 60 Cuttermill Road, Suite 404, Great Neck, NY 11021

Psychologist · Great Neck, NY

Clarity, independence,
and evidence-based care.

Psychologist · Researcher · Speaker · Author Independence Therapy

Camilo Ortiz, Ph.D., ABPP is a board-certified clinical psychologist. (only 4% of clinical psychologists are board-certified) He helps families and organizations build lasting independence through clinical practice, research, teaching, and public education.

Partner — Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA) Board Certified — Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology
LIU Post · Associate Professor NYU · Adjunct Assistant Professor
~25 years clinical experience
Dr. Ortiz speaking on CBS Mission Unstoppable
Dr. Ortiz on Mission Unstoppable
Dr. Ortiz on Dad Saves America
Dr. Ortiz on Dad Saves America
Dr. Ortiz at Aspen Ideas Festival
Dr. Ortiz at Aspen Ideas Festival
Affiliations & focus
LIU Post NYU Independence Therapy Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology

How the work shows up

A professional home for clinical care, Independence Therapy, research and teaching, speaking, and media.

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Clinical care at CBA

Evidence-based cognitive-behavioral care through Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA). Start here if you are seeking treatment or a clinical consultation path.

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Research & teaching

Associate Professor at LIU Post and Adjunct Assistant Professor at NYU — bridging clinic, classroom, and scholarship.

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Speaking & training

Keynotes, workshops, and professional education for schools, organizations, and clinical audiences. Inquire to book.

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Media & public education

Appearances that bring Independence Therapy and child development ideas to a broader audience — including national television.

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Author

Writing that extends Independence Therapy and cognitive-behavioral ideas into accessible guidance for parents, clinicians, and the public.

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About Camilo Ortiz, Ph.D., ABPP

Camilo Ortiz, Ph.D., ABPP is a psychologist, researcher, speaker, and author based in Great Neck, New York. He is board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology and has 25 years of clinical experience.

Dr. Ortiz serves as Associate Professor at LIU Post and Adjunct Assistant Professor at NYU. His professional work centers on Independence Therapy, cognitive-behavioral clinical care through Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA), research and teaching, speaking engagements, and media education.

He is licensed in New York and New Jersey, with teletherapy in Florida, and provides coaching in other U.S. states and internationally.

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Invite Dr. Ortiz for keynotes, workshops, or professional training on Independence Therapy, child development, and cognitive-behavioral practice.

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about board certification, Independence Therapy, insurance, and online sessions at CBA.

What is ABPP board certification, and why do so few psychologists have it?

ABPP is the American Board of Professional Psychology, the main organization for specialty board certification in psychology. It is optional and goes beyond a state license by recognizing demonstrated competence in a specialty. Dr. Ortiz is ABPP board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology. Only 4% of clinical psychologists are board-certified.

What is Independence Therapy, and has it been studied?

Independence Therapy is an approach for children who struggle to do things on their own and for parents who often step in to help. Co-developed by Dr. Camilo Ortiz and Dr. Matthew Fastman, it asks children to choose fun, sometimes challenging tasks to do by themselves, while parents work with the therapist on their own reactions. A study of the approach was published in the Journal of Anxiety Disorders in 2024.

Does CBA accept insurance?

CBA is an out-of-network provider and does not directly take insurance. The practice provides paid statements that you can submit to your insurance company. Whether you are reimbursed, and how much, depends on your specific plan, so it is worth checking your out-of-network benefits before you begin. To see whether your plan may reimburse you for out-of-network sessions, you can check your benefits here with Reimbursify.

Does CBA offer online sessions?

Yes. CBA sees clients in person and online, and works with children, adolescents, and adults. Because the right format can vary from person to person, contact CBA directly to ask which format fits you or your family best before getting started.

What ages and concerns does CBA treat?

CBA offers cognitive-behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for children, adolescents, and adults. Concerns listed on the CBA site include anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, school refusal, sleep and bedtime problems, and parent-child conflict. Dr. Ortiz's scholarship focuses on child anxiety, disruptive behavior, and parenting.

Office & next steps

Clinical care is scheduled through Cognitive Behavioral Associates (CBA). For keynotes, workshops, and training, use the speaking inquiry link.

Cognitive Behavioral Associates

60 Cuttermill Road, Suite 404,
Great Neck, NY 11021

(516) 858-4328

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