Deborah Barbiere, Psy.D., L.Ac.

Pain Psychology

Dr. Deborah Barbiere is a Health and Pain Psychologist at Manhattan Pain Medicine with more than 25 years of clinical experience. She brings a rare dual background in psychology and Eastern medicine, helping patients address the emotional, neurological, and body-based impact of chronic pain.

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About Dr. Deborah Barbiere

Clinical Background

Dr. Barbiere has worked in clinical practice for more than 25 years across schools, hospitals, and outpatient settings. She holds a Doctorate in Psychology and a Master’s in Traditional Oriental Medicine, with Diplomate credentials in Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, Chinese Herbology, and Biomedicine.

Mind-Body Approach

Dr. Barbiere’s work focuses on the connection between chronic pain, emotional stress, nervous system regulation, and the body’s sense of safety. She helps patients understand how pain can keep the nervous system in a prolonged fight-or-flight state and how psychological and somatic tools can help restore communication between the mind and body.

Clinical Focus

Dr. Barbiere works with individuals, couples, families, and groups using psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, acceptance-based, and mind-body focused techniques. Her care may include CBT, ACT, biofeedback, EMDR, somatic processing, progressive muscle relaxation, sleep training, activity pacing, symptom tracking, and nervous system regulation strategies.

Eastern Medicine Integration

As a licensed acupuncturist, Dr. Barbiere may also integrate acupuncture and related modalities into care when appropriate. Her Eastern medicine background includes acupuncture, electrostimulation, moxibustion, infrared heat therapy, cupping, Gua Sha, acupressure, Tui Na, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, and lifestyle or dietary counseling.

Role at MPM

At Manhattan Pain Medicine, Dr. Barbiere is an important part of the collaborative care team for patients with complex chronic pain, hypermobility, medical trauma, autonomic dysregulation, and long-standing pain conditions. She also provides psychological evaluations for neuromodulation trials, including spinal cord stimulation and dorsal root ganglion stimulation when required.

Pain Psychology as Part of the Care Plan

Dr. Barbiere helps patients process the emotional weight of chronic pain, regulate the nervous system, and rebuild a stronger sense of control throughout the medical journey.

Support, Education, and Nervous System Regulation

Dr. Barbiere helps patients move from feeling overwhelmed by pain toward greater body awareness, emotional regulation, and active participation in care. She also leads Manhattan Pain Medicine’s chronic pain support group and facilitates Empowered Relief, a pain education program designed to give patients practical tools for understanding and managing pain.

“Together, we work to understand and retrain the nervous system’s response to pain so patients can achieve better outcomes and ultimately reclaim their lives.”

Dr. Barbiere supports the psychological and mind-body dimensions of complex pain care.

Helping Patients Rebuild Control

Chronic pain can affect identity, relationships, sleep, movement, and trust in the body. Dr. Barbiere helps patients develop tools to calm the nervous system, understand their responses, and participate more confidently in the treatment process.

PATIENT STORIES

Real Patients. Real Progress.

Hear from patients who came to Manhattan Pain Medicine looking for answers, clarity, and a more thoughtful path forward.

Madaline. M

I cannot say enough good things about Manhattan Pain Medicine. From the moment I walked in, I felt truly cared for and taken seriously. Dr. Nino Mikaberidze, Director of Rheumatology, is exceptional — knowledgeable, compassionate, and incredibly thorough. She takes the time to listen, explains every...

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Haleigh Y.

The best care I've received as a chronic pain patient. I traveled from out of state to visit Manhattan Pain Medicine because I could not find knowledgeable doctors in my hometown for my hypermobility, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome symptoms and comorbidities. Let me tell you, it was worth every travel e...

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Damien P.

I was injured in a bicycle accident over 8 years ago. I’ve suffered throughout the years since my accident with nothing seeming to work. PT, Yoga, lifestyle changes, NOTHNG! I finally made an appointment with Dr Kane and I’m feeling an improvement in my life. I no longer stay up all night in pain, a...

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JP S.

One of the best experiences, if not the best, I have ever had at the doctor’s office. From the front desk to the nurses to the PA assisting the doctor this was a great experience. Dr.Nino actually listened to me and came up with a game plan. Would recommend this practice to as many people as I could...

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Richard B.

I have very unique & severe nerve pain from CRPS which has no known specific cure. Dr. Siefferman has a huge tool box, far greater than the other 23 Drs. I have seen. He saved me from jumping off a bridge and continues to help me with both treatments and advice. Dr. S. is in a different league!

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Clare F.

After two years of searching and feeling lost and let down, I finally found real help at Manhattan Pain Medicine. With Dr. Siefferman, Adam Rosenberg, Dr. Mikaberidze, and the whole team, I feel heard, supported and understood. Every symptom is being considered and I’m finally getting answers with m...

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Jonathan C.

Why is Dr Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed one of the top pevic Floor specialists - 1- She wants to know a full history of what led the patient to get to this point. 2 - She listens intensley to the patient 3- She does not rush you 4- Extremely skilled at giving pelvic floor injections 5- I thank my luck stars she...

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Jodi K.

The staff was friendly and helpful. Dr. Siefferman was thoughtful, listened, asked questions and proposed simple safe ways to come to further conclusions regarding my pain and discomfort. The office staff including Dr. Siefferman is responsive even after the initial in-person visit. Very pleased.

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Sabrina S.

Dr. Siefferman is a brilliant provider. While my pain is still a work in progress, Dr Siefferman always gives me options and explains his reasoning behind things. He listens to my feedback and concerns. I never feel rushed; and am grateful he works to meet me where I am. I highly recommend him.

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Lorraine B.

What a great find! They listen to me, I listen to them and the diagnosis is made and a plan developed to develop an approach to treat all of my chronic pain. I wish I could have discovered this type of treatment sooner. This doctor and group give me hope.

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When pain is complex, the first step should not be another generic treatment. Manhattan Pain Medicine looks deeper to understand what is driving the pain, why it has persisted, and what path forward makes sense for you.

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