Bio

Dr. Ani Fredman is a licensed clinical psychologist and Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at the Gender & Sexuality Program at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Fredman specializes in LGBTQIA+ and trans-affirming care, with expertise in working with youth, emerging adults, families, and couples.

Their clinical and research work centers on identity development, attachment, gender expression, and the impact of sociocultural and psychosocial factors. Dr. Fredman integrates psychodynamic, DBT, and CBT approaches through a relational, trauma-informed lens, and is committed to anti-racist and affirming clinical practice.

As a consultant and supervisor, Dr. Fredman brings extensive experience supporting clinicians in delivering developmentally attuned, identity-affirming care across a range of settings.