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Elizabeth Saplin
July 11, 2024
Before I looked back on former messages, what I had in mind to say was that there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of him. And there it was, proof from a year or two ago. I think about him every day! He saved my life by re-parenting me. I have had to find psychiatrists since he gave up his license. No one so far can hold a candle next to him. Not even close. What a brilliant man. I love when he giggled. I wish he had told me about his passion for baking, and with the kitchen right next door, I would have been delighted to taste a sample. At least I know of one of his passions: when I mentioned to him that a descendant of Wyatt Earp [a great grand nephew--his mother's last name was Earp] was renovating my house in Vermont, his eyes lit up. I had no idea that he loved that era of American history! I treasure another exchange we had: when I asked him if he would come to my wedding (I expected a "no") he said YES immediately. He must have been very proud of me after the years we spent trying to help me recognize healthy relationships. He would have never told me in words that he was proud of me, but his response was worth a thousand words. On one of the last occasions that I saw him, I remember distinctly the remark, "enjoy yourself." It may sound like an off the cuff quip, but it is the essence of what I have had to learn over the decades. Bless Dr. Gushin. He never told me that he didn't want a career as a psychiatrist, but he frequently mentioned how much he wanted to be a basketball player! I'm SO glad he was not tall enough.
Jack and Daphne Mruz
July 11, 2024
Steve was a good friend. We enjoyed the many times we spent with he and Janet both in NYC and Saratoga. He comes to my mind whenever I become uncomfortable sitting in a hard chair in a restaurant. I remember Steve saying"I don't have enough padding on my backside, it's time to go". I know a little thing, but it just brings back nice memories of all the other times. Rest well good friend.
Lena
April 20, 2024
Gee! Just learned that Dr. Gushin died in 2021. RIP!!. My favorite MD of all time! Class act. So is his wife, Janet. May his memory be eternal. I also loved his dogs! What a gentleman !!
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Susan A. Berkowitz
August 24, 2023
To Janet, Olivia, Alexandra and Rebecca. Oh, I´ve only just learned that Steve died and I´m so sad. Although not technically related, Steve was like a brother to my mother Lucy, and Steve´s mother Totsie was like a grandmother to me. I came to know Steve and Janet and their girls when I moved to New York in the late 1970s. While there, I spent all the holidays with them. And I visited with them after I moved to Chicago when I had the opportunity to go to New York. He will be missed by the Berkowitz girls. May his memory be a blessing for all who knew him.
Ruth Thomas
July 31, 2023
To the Gushin Family,
It is with great sadness that I offer my sincere condolences to you upon hearing the news of Dr. Stephen Gushin´s passing. He was a very important person in my life, who literally rescued me from an extreme emotional crisis I had in my early 20s. From then on, he helped me cope with my anxieties as I entered adulthood and beyond. With the help of my family, it was decided that I was to leave my childhood home in Michigan to live in New York City as a young adult in order to receive his care. The experiment worked and I have been living on my own in the New York area ever since. Dr. Gushin gave me the motivation and inspiration to get my life back together, finish my college degree at The University of Michigan, return to NYC to pursue a career in publications and writing, and move out to Long Island, where I have settled down with my boyfriend, our dog and several cats.
I will always appreciate Dr. Gushin for his calm demeanor, sense of humor, generosity, and remarkable determination. He never gave up on me, even when other therapists had, and as a result I have been able to live a productive and happy life, thanks to him.
Thank you Dr. Gushin for all you did for me, my parents and my extended family. I will always remember you with fondness, gratitude and kindness. It is with deep sadness and sorrow that I mourn your passing. May you rest in peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Ruth Thomas
Anna
October 8, 2022
I am deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Gushin's passing. My heart goes out to his family.
In my mind and heart, Dr. Gushin was an amazing doctor and human being.
I owe him a debt of gratitude.
Dr. Gushin, thank you and rest in peace. You did well for so many in your lifetime.
Elizabeth Saplin
November 2, 2021
Ohhhh my heart just sank when I discovered that Dr. Gushin had passed away. I think of him almost every day and all that he taught me over 25 years. What a terrific human being he was. I send my best wishes to his family. I am beyond sad.
Daphne and Jack Mruz
July 24, 2021
Seems like yesterday we celebrated Steve's 80th here in Saratoga. One of many many fond memories in Saratoga and Steve's roast chicken the best.
Happiness to the family during this sad time. We have lost a dear friend.
Carla and Jonah Schein and family
July 18, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Although quite long ago, we have fond memories of our Memorial Day weekends together in Bridgehampton, the clafoutis, and so much more. You all spoke beautifully.
Francia Meiselman
July 17, 2021
I am so very sorry for your loss. Obituary was very poignant.
Suzanne
July 17, 2021
O, we shared summer houses for 3 years back in the middle '80's and you took a few of us to meet your Father and his wife and your half-sisters at their house in Bridgehampton. He and Janet were adamant about growing their own food and eating at home. He showed us his garden and I saw asparagus growing for the first time ever.
It was a bit of a joke at the time that your Father would have preferred to be an astronaut or a roofer, rather than a Psychiatrist, but it looks from his CV that he did incredible work. You were fortunate to have your Father until he was nearly 89.
Your Father knew before the rest of us did that good food comes from home, in all ways.
Loved knowing you, years ago, and meeting all of your parents along the way.
If you need a minyan on Sunday, I will come with my wonderful Jewish husband, P' 70.
Much love, Suzanne
Stefan Zicht
July 17, 2021
I knew Steve as an Attending Psychiatrist in Bellevue's Psychiatric Walk-in Clinic in the mid-1980s. I was 23 years old and it was my first job as a social worker. Steve was a mentor and I'd like to think, a friend; he taught me a great deal about working with people and psychiatry, and was pleased to write me a strong reference when I left Bellevue to go on to get my doctorate in Clinical Psychology, and eventually become a psychoanalyst. He could be kind but also pulled few punches in his astute observations in many talks that we had about life, or where to get great Italian tuna subs in the Bellevue neighborhood. Steve is part of my early clinical and professional foundation, a voice and presence in my mind. I have a lot of fond memories of the time that I spent with him. I know that he loved his family tremendously and was very devoted to them, and I want to say that I am sorry for your loss. I am saddened to hear of his passing.
Christine Roberts
July 17, 2021
Dear Olivia -- I am so sorry for your family's loss. I remember visiting your father and being impressed by his composting.
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