Dr. H. Cynthia Lin, Ph.D. (she/her) is the founder of Citylink Psychological Services and also a licensed clinical psychologist in New York State, proudly and successfully treating children, adults, and families in New York City, both Brooklyn Heights and Queens since 2016. In 2023, Dr. Lin further obtained a practicing psychologist license in New Jersey and is currently authorized to practice Telehealth across state lines in 40 states through PSYPACT. She provides mental health services and clinical consultations via video sessions for residents in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Dr. Lin specializes in behavioral medicine, stress management, and health psychology, using her expertise to promote healthier living. She received the Outstanding Early Career Professional Presentation Award from the APA for her impactful research. Dr. Lin earned her bachelor's in psychology from the University of Washington and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology with a Health Track from the University of Miami. She completed her predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowships in New York, where she practices and consults. Outside of work, she enjoys international travel, singing karaoke, and solving puzzles with friends and family.
Before joining CityLink Psychological Services, Dr. Lin gained a wealth of invaluable experience treating a diverse array of patients across various clinical settings. She conducted extensive research at a number of notable institutions, including Mount Sinai Hospital, the University of Washington Harborview Medical Center, the UC Berkeley Foster Care Research Program, Veteran Affairs Hospitals, and the University Hospitals located in both Seattle and Miami. In addition to her hands-on clinical work, she has had the privilege of teaching courses at the University of Miami, sharing her knowledge and expertise with students. Currently, she serves as an Adjunct Clinical Supervisor at both the NYU Steinhardt School and the Yeshiva University Ferkauf Graduate School, where she is dedicated to mentoring future graduate students in the field of Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness. Dr. Lin is also an active and engaged member of the American Psychological Association (APA), contributing to the advancement of psychology as a discipline.
Dr. Lin is listed on the APA practice organization and Psychology Today. She is a preferred healthcare provider on some insurance panels (For more details, please contact our office).