PrideMinistry

Holistic and Integrative Coaching/Counseling Sessions for Individuals & Relationships

Do you want to get unstuck? Experience feelings of safety, love, and hope?

Do you want a soft place to land where you get to receive and be nurtured instead of always giving?

Do you want to be wrapped in warmth, honesty, and practical solutions that really work?

Experience real and lasting changes as soon as possible?

Do you want the opportunity to live fully and get past barriers in your life?

Do you want to free yourself of life and relationship patterns that hold you back?

You came to the right place.

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Your Coach and Wisdom Guide

Rev. Dr. Deb Berman, DMin, LCSW (she/her)

NAMASTE!

I am here to help you find resolution and solutions, develop positive and fulfilling connections, and get unstuck. Let’s get started!

I’m Rev. Dr. Deb Berman, DMin, LCSW (she/her), an Ivy League educated licensed psychotherapist and doctoral-level counselor and coach with nearly 20 years experience in supporting individuals and relationships on their healing journeys. I am on your side.

I offer a warm, empathetic, and nurturing solution-focused therapeutic relationship that is dedicated entirely to your healing and happiness. I’m dedicated to walking alongside you with warmth, empathy, and straightforward guidance, as you navigate life’s challenges and pursue your individual and/or relationship goals.

We will come up with a solution-focused roadmap to help you to heal what needs to be healed and learn what needs to be learned so that you are not merely surviving, but thriving. As an accomplished global theologian, in sessions I draw from a rich tapestry of Humanistic philosophies from East to West. My approach integrates contemporary interventions such as Buddhist Psychology, Mindfulness, Meditation, Motivational Support, Relationship Counseling, Life Coaching, Career Coaching, Spiritual-But-Not Religious Counseling, Queer and Alt Theology, Radical Body Positivity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Inner Child Work, Trauma and Grief interventions, Feminist Psychology, and Interpersonal Coaching.

Help has arrived! I look forward to working together to help you make real, tangible and lasting changes in your life — and sooner than you might think!

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Education and Experience

Photo: U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright presenting Dr. Deb with Doctorate in Ministry in Pastoral Counseling & Clinical Education.

I hold a Masters Degree from Columbia University School of Social Work and I am a licensed psychotherapist (in the US) and a registered coach (in the EU and internationally, with clients across 4 continents). I have a Doctorate in Pastoral Counseling and Clinical Education from Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion. I am an ordained Interfaith/Interspiritual minister through One Spirit Seminary where I serve as a dean and teach courses on counseling, relationships, sexuality, and gender. I served as the Director of Behavioral Health at Interfaith Hospital and was Director of Clinical Services at Yachad/National Jewish Counsel for Disabilities. I was twice awarded the Scholar-in-Residence position at the Ortzai Arts Alliance in Basque Country. I clinically supervise and mentor psychotherapists, mental health counselors, and spiritual counselors and I have spoken at more than 200 professional conferences and workshops around the world.

I am a coach and counselor who is radically sex, sexuality, sexual practices, Fat, Disability, Queer, Feminist, Alt, and body positive. I am knowledgeable and affirming of diverse populations including LGBTQAI2+, Kink/BDSM, Poly, ENM, Sex Workers, Alternative Relationships, Chosen Families, Straight Allies, Monogamous relationships, and more.

Get to Know Dr. Deb

I work with individuals and relationships of diverse constellations and identities.
I hold Masters and Doctoral degrees in counseling, psychotherapy, coaching, and spiritual guidance.
I am a licensed psychotherapist in the U.S. and serve as a registered life and relationship coach in the EU and internationally.
I am an ordained spiritual-but-not-religious Interfaith minister who is radically sexuality, pleasure, and gender positive.
I am a Dean at the One Spirit Interfaith Seminary where I teach courses on counseling, coaching, sex, sexuality, and gender studies.
I’ve dedicated time to studying Sanskrit, kirtan, and yoga at Ananda Ashram, and classical Indian vocal music at the East-West School of Music.
I actively engage in Ayurvedic cooking and regularly attend retreats and retreats for my personal self-care and wellness.
I am a daily practitioner of Anti-Oppression Functional Yoga for diverse bodies and abilities.

I’m thrilled to embark on this journey of growth and transformation with you. Let’s make this happen together!

Real Stories of Change from Our Community

“Rev. Deb is a beacon of hope, warmth, and healing for Queer and Alt spiritual seekers. An effing great coach and counselor.”

Dr. Barbara Carrellas, Urban Tantra

“I've been pleased to call Rev Dr Deb a trusted colleague for many years now, and she has been my go to expert whenever I have a clinical question or need a referral or resources on the intersection of spirituality and alternative sexualities and lifestyles. Whether you're a professional or an organization looking for consultation or a client looking for guidance, you will be in knowledgeable and caring hands in your work with Rev Deb.”

Dr. Dulcinea Alex Pitagora, KinkDoctor.com

“Rev Deb is one of those people I can literally say anything to and feel totally safe expressing myself as a queer woman, as a relationship anarchist, and as a Goddess. I strongly recommend working with Rev Deb.”

Goddess Marilyn Hammer, Founder of Amsterdomme

“I have had the pleasure of attending several of Rev. Deb's groups and workshops and always came away with a renewed sense of grace and serenity.”

Rev. Kyle Applegate, Founder, Polyamory NYC

“Deb is a luminary in the field... she contributed singularly and uniquely to the growing landscape of new spiritualities and ministry opportunities for serving LGBTQ+ communities – through creating this especially needed space in our world!”

Jennifer Harper, Director, Doctor of Ministry program, Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute for Religion

“Rev. Deb is a perfect confidante, the kindest of listeners. Perhaps her greatest asset, however, is her incredible sense of humor. She always makes me laugh and laugh, and sometimes that is the only healing you ever need at any given moment. I recommend Rev. Deb to anyone who needs an empathetic and wise guide through the thorny sections of life’s path.”

Dito Van Reigersberg, aka Martha Graham Cracker

“PrideMinistry fills the gap so many spiritual seekers feel, when our identity stretches beyond what is truly accepted in our spiritual community. Deb and her team help us accept our wholeness, allowing us to ask for what we need in the spaces we value and also from the people we love.”

Rev Sarah Bowen, interspiritual minister and author of "Spiritual Rebel"

“Rev. Deb is a deep and introspective thinker, a serious spiritual seeker, and a brilliant counselor. Anyone who has the good fortune to be her counseling client will find themselves better as a result."

Coach Nathan Lake

“Pride Ministry and Reverend Deb are amazing! They not only bring spirituality to the world, they bring it with love and care in a supportive environment.”

BDSM Education Center

“Rev. Dr. Deb Berman has an extraordinary presence that communicates openness and acceptance. Whether leading workshops, facilitating groups, or interacting one-on-one, she masterfully creates spaces of deep care and connection. These qualities are rivaled only by her abilities to inform and inspire others as a scholar and educator on topics related to sexuality. I have experienced few, if any, people who possess her rare combination of gifts and talents.”

Rev. Dr. Salome Raheim, 1st Year Dean, One Spirit Interfaith Seminary Professor Emeritus, University at Albany State University of New York; Dean Emeritus, University of Connecticut School of Social Work

“Rev Deb Berman is a truly affirming presence, fostering personal exploration and growth through her monthly OSLA Alt Faith Collective group. Her compassionate nature and genuine belief in the potential of others create a nurturing space for transformative experiences.”

Professor Emeritus, University at Albany State University of New York; Dean Emeritus, University of Connecticut School of Social Work

“Rev. Dr. Deb Berman is an intuitive and deeply compassionate counselor and healer. Her clinical experience, expansive knowledge of spirituality, and love of all people combine to make her a gifted soul who is able to offer hope and help to those who need both.”

Rev Dr. Thaeda Franz

Warmth. Solutions. Wisdom.