ABOUT

Seth Pitman, PhD, ABPP is a a board-certified clinical psychologist, psychoanalyst, and executive advisor with leadership experience in top U.S. healthcare institutions. A graduate of Tufts University (BA) and Adelphi University (PhD), he completed a predoctoral internship at Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School and advanced psychoanalytic training at the Austen Riggs Center, a premier residential treatment center located in western Massachusetts.

He applies clinical expertise, systems thinking, and his own personal experience as a successful former musician and entrepreneur to help leaders make better decisions, manage complex situations, and overcome the hidden obstacles standing in their way.

A Deeper Perspective

I offer a flexible, evidence-based approach to advising successful individuals who don’t require intensive psychotherapy but can benefit from deeper insight into themselves and the forces shaping their most important endeavors. Unlike traditional business consultants who largely focus on technical strategy, I specialize in uncovering the psychological, emotional, and interpersonal patterns that define leadership effectiveness, are foundational to strong working relationships, and determine organizational success.

The truth is that leadership can be isolating. The higher you rise, the fewer places there are to turn for real insight and honest perspective. Yet the choices leaders make have far-reaching consequences. That’s why the principles I employ aren’t just useful; they’re essential. Leaders need this deeper understanding to forge ahead when the best path isn’t immediately clear, build strong teams, and create lasting impact. With the right support — not just tactical advice, but real psychological depth — they can step into their full authority and make decisions that serve both their own goals and those of the people who rely on them.