Psychodynamic Therapists in St Gallen

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Natalia Braun
MSc
Verified Verified
9000 St Gallen  (Online Only)
“Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways.” Sigmund Freud. I would like to invite you to a safe space of a co-created relationship, where you can talk without being judged, make meaning of what you have been going through, and co-discover this meaning in free association. I am trained in contemporary psychoanalysis, gestalt and expressive arts therapies as well as crisis interventions.
“Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways.” Sigmund Freud. I would like to invite you to a safe space of a co-created relationship, where you can talk without being judged, make meaning of what you have been going through, and co-discover this meaning in free association. I am trained in contemporary psychoanalysis, gestalt and expressive arts therapies as well as crisis interventions.
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Somatic Psychology and Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, FSP
Verified Verified
9001 St Gallen  (Online Only)
Have overwhelming events of the past marked your relationships with yourself and the world? Does your present life context trigger difficult emotional reactions, interpersonal or professional challenges? Do you suffer from lingering mental health issues and want to improve your wellbeing? Therapy can provide a safe transformational opportunity to explore and heal what is difficult in your life. My role is to offer you a confidential and non-judgmental space for understanding, processing and learning how to manage unresolved, often conflicting feelings, thoughts and actions which impact quality of your life and relationships.
Have overwhelming events of the past marked your relationships with yourself and the world? Does your present life context trigger difficult emotional reactions, interpersonal or professional challenges? Do you suffer from lingering mental health issues and want to improve your wellbeing? Therapy can provide a safe transformational opportunity to explore and heal what is difficult in your life. My role is to offer you a confidential and non-judgmental space for understanding, processing and learning how to manage unresolved, often conflicting feelings, thoughts and actions which impact quality of your life and relationships.
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Ian Reid
MSc
Verified Verified
9000 St Gallen  (Online Only)
You're looking for a uniquely safe, ethical, and confidential space, dedicated to supporting you in your emotional life and relationships? You're welcome, wherever you are, individually or as a couple. Life has its ups and downs, and right now you're feeling troubled. You may have been hurting for some time and holding it in; perhaps something new has happened to disturb or upset you emotionally. You need to talk confidentially, to someone you can trust; someone who'll listen, be beside you, and support you in finding a way through; someone who's highly dual-qualified and experienced in holding and helping what troubles you.
You're looking for a uniquely safe, ethical, and confidential space, dedicated to supporting you in your emotional life and relationships? You're welcome, wherever you are, individually or as a couple. Life has its ups and downs, and right now you're feeling troubled. You may have been hurting for some time and holding it in; perhaps something new has happened to disturb or upset you emotionally. You need to talk confidentially, to someone you can trust; someone who'll listen, be beside you, and support you in finding a way through; someone who's highly dual-qualified and experienced in holding and helping what troubles you.
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CFadda Psychological Counselor
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
6330 Cham  (Online Only)
We may focus on talking, reflecting, making links with past experiences ( Psychodynamic), or using EMDR techniques.
Hello, my name is Caterina and I’m an accredited psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner working with Adults, Children, Adolescents and Families. The main areas I work with are Anxiety, Attachment issues, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, PTSD and Trauma. You may be looking for help overcoming psychological distress linked to adverse childhood experiences/trauma and resolving internal and or relational conflicts. Therapy can help to improve development, behaviour, functioning, and a person's general ability to engage with and appreciate life.
We may focus on talking, reflecting, making links with past experiences ( Psychodynamic), or using EMDR techniques.
Hello, my name is Caterina and I’m an accredited psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner working with Adults, Children, Adolescents and Families. The main areas I work with are Anxiety, Attachment issues, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, PTSD and Trauma. You may be looking for help overcoming psychological distress linked to adverse childhood experiences/trauma and resolving internal and or relational conflicts. Therapy can help to improve development, behaviour, functioning, and a person's general ability to engage with and appreciate life.
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Nadia Varandas
Psychologist, MSc, FSP
Verified Verified
6003 Lucerne
The sessions follow an integrative approach inspired by psychodynamic orientation, supported by psychocorporal and psychoeducational perspectives.
I am committed to support those who want to observe their life from a different perspective. Committed to working on your well-being and mental health. Through listening and reflection, an encounter takes place that enables creativity and change. For young adults, adults and couples.
The sessions follow an integrative approach inspired by psychodynamic orientation, supported by psychocorporal and psychoeducational perspectives.
I am committed to support those who want to observe their life from a different perspective. Committed to working on your well-being and mental health. Through listening and reflection, an encounter takes place that enables creativity and change. For young adults, adults and couples.
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Katerina Cohen
Counsellor
Verified Verified
4057 Basel
In my private practice, I provide a safe, confidential space for client focused therapy and for couples counselling. ​ Therapy is a personal and individual process of growth. Through dialogue and the shared exploration of your life, you may find relief from recurring problems allowing you to live more fully. My work with clients is based on a trusting and safe relationship. I hold an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Middlesex University, London and a Diploma in Integrative Psychodynamic Counselling from Metanoia Institute in London.
In my private practice, I provide a safe, confidential space for client focused therapy and for couples counselling. ​ Therapy is a personal and individual process of growth. Through dialogue and the shared exploration of your life, you may find relief from recurring problems allowing you to live more fully. My work with clients is based on a trusting and safe relationship. I hold an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Middlesex University, London and a Diploma in Integrative Psychodynamic Counselling from Metanoia Institute in London.
076 828... Reveal Number
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Natalia Novitsky
Psychologist, Lic.psych.
Verified Verified
8712 Stäfa
Finnish is my first language and I prefer work on Finnish or English, Russian is also possible sometimes.
Finnish is my first language and I prefer work on Finnish or English, Russian is also possible sometimes.
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Arnaud Alain Rognon
MA
Verified Verified
8001 Zürich
Are you struggling at the moment? Are you finding it hard to navigate life's challenges on your own? Sometimes the distress and sticking points that we experience are symptoms of disruptions in our lives. The origins of our difficulties can be rooted in our childhood when we had to fragment ourselves and adapt to our environments to cope with challenges. Struggles might also come from unanswered questions about our purpose in life and meaning. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship that will become the agent of change in your life.
Are you struggling at the moment? Are you finding it hard to navigate life's challenges on your own? Sometimes the distress and sticking points that we experience are symptoms of disruptions in our lives. The origins of our difficulties can be rooted in our childhood when we had to fragment ourselves and adapt to our environments to cope with challenges. Struggles might also come from unanswered questions about our purpose in life and meaning. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship that will become the agent of change in your life.
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Robert Fritz Keller
Psychologist, MSc, FSP
Verified Verified
8002 Zürich
Waitlist for new clients
For more details please check my website: praxis-robert-keller.ch
For more details please check my website: praxis-robert-keller.ch
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Asim Therapy
Verified Verified
8002 Zürich
With extensive experience working with emerging adults, members of marginalized communities, diverse newcomers, and coaching executives, I offer you a trained ear. Client issues include feeling stuck, mood issues, mind on overdrive, and managing transitions. Let us find ways to not only survive but also thrive in all areas of your life (school, career, community, family and so on). Clients can expect to develop acceptance, change behaviours, and use strengths to improve well-being.
With extensive experience working with emerging adults, members of marginalized communities, diverse newcomers, and coaching executives, I offer you a trained ear. Client issues include feeling stuck, mood issues, mind on overdrive, and managing transitions. Let us find ways to not only survive but also thrive in all areas of your life (school, career, community, family and so on). Clients can expect to develop acceptance, change behaviours, and use strengths to improve well-being.
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Shagoon Maurya
MA Psyc
Verified Verified
6300 Zug
I am an enthusiastic, energetic and reliable individual with a wealth of experiences combined with appropriate qualifications who has been supporting individuals through general, complex and diverse issues they may experience. I believe in creative yet simple ways to bring out positive emotional, social and cognitive changes in people. I have a diverse and comprehensive educational background from the University of Adelaide and Delhi (India). I have current police checks, all my DCSI screenings. Providing E-Counselling to Asians and Indians. In one sentence, encouraging self care, positivity and mental health is my life’s passion.
I am an enthusiastic, energetic and reliable individual with a wealth of experiences combined with appropriate qualifications who has been supporting individuals through general, complex and diverse issues they may experience. I believe in creative yet simple ways to bring out positive emotional, social and cognitive changes in people. I have a diverse and comprehensive educational background from the University of Adelaide and Delhi (India). I have current police checks, all my DCSI screenings. Providing E-Counselling to Asians and Indians. In one sentence, encouraging self care, positivity and mental health is my life’s passion.
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Tony Scott Moody
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
4051 Basel
Welcome to Basel Counselling. My aim is very simple - to help people resolve their emotional or psychological issues so that they can get their life back on track and live life in a more positive and productive way, to find a way that works for you. You may be having problems with anxiety or depression. People who come to see me may be having issues regarding parenting or with their marital relationship. Sometimes there are problems from the past which are affecting them in the present. They may have experienced abuse. Or they are having difficulties at work and struggling with stress. Alcohol, drug and sexual addiction problems.
Welcome to Basel Counselling. My aim is very simple - to help people resolve their emotional or psychological issues so that they can get their life back on track and live life in a more positive and productive way, to find a way that works for you. You may be having problems with anxiety or depression. People who come to see me may be having issues regarding parenting or with their marital relationship. Sometimes there are problems from the past which are affecting them in the present. They may have experienced abuse. Or they are having difficulties at work and struggling with stress. Alcohol, drug and sexual addiction problems.
079 962... Reveal Number
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Meriel Stanton
Psychologist, FSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
8002 Zürich
Waitlist for new clients
Open minded non judgmental bilingual who works with integrity, sensitivity, kindness and clarity I am collaborative, flexible and culturally sensitive and create a safe place in which clients feel comfortable to process and heal As a Sensorimotor Psychotherapist my work is grounded in and informed by modern interpersonal & neurobiological psychological wisdom of the Polyvagal Theory. I combine skillful talk therapy with mindfulness, the memory, wisdom of the body, & breath, and body awareness. My clients come from all walks of life and vary in their needs . PTSD & developmental wounds, low self esteem relational probs, stress
Open minded non judgmental bilingual who works with integrity, sensitivity, kindness and clarity I am collaborative, flexible and culturally sensitive and create a safe place in which clients feel comfortable to process and heal As a Sensorimotor Psychotherapist my work is grounded in and informed by modern interpersonal & neurobiological psychological wisdom of the Polyvagal Theory. I combine skillful talk therapy with mindfulness, the memory, wisdom of the body, & breath, and body awareness. My clients come from all walks of life and vary in their needs . PTSD & developmental wounds, low self esteem relational probs, stress
076 596... Reveal Number
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Rose Therese Zweifel Rossi
Psychologist, MSc, FSP
Verified Verified
8001 Zürich
Together we explore in complex or/and challenging life and work situations your personal strenghts and ressources. I work with empathy, kindness, social intelligence and on *eye level*, respectful and humorous (if it fits).
Together we explore in complex or/and challenging life and work situations your personal strenghts and ressources. I work with empathy, kindness, social intelligence and on *eye level*, respectful and humorous (if it fits).
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Anna Armbruster
Psychotherapist, Dr.med., ECP
Verified Verified
5400 Baden
Person with anxiety or depressive feelings, who wish to feel better. Couples with relationship issues, who wish to save the marriage.
Person with anxiety or depressive feelings, who wish to feel better. Couples with relationship issues, who wish to save the marriage.
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Maria Teresa Velasco
Psychologist, FSP
Verified Verified
8002 Zürich
Nous vivons dans un monde en pleine mutation dans lequel le bien-être et l’équilibre émotionnel sont importants pour le bon fonctionnement de soi-même. Si vous êtes à la recherche d’une intervention spécifique, si vous avez des questionnements ou tout simplement vous avez besoin d’une écoute empathique et attentive, je vous offre un espace qui vous permettra de réfléchir et de trouver des solutions. J’offre un soutien psychologique individuel aux personnes issues de milieux multiculturels, expats et immigrants.
Nous vivons dans un monde en pleine mutation dans lequel le bien-être et l’équilibre émotionnel sont importants pour le bon fonctionnement de soi-même. Si vous êtes à la recherche d’une intervention spécifique, si vous avez des questionnements ou tout simplement vous avez besoin d’une écoute empathique et attentive, je vous offre un espace qui vous permettra de réfléchir et de trouver des solutions. J’offre un soutien psychologique individuel aux personnes issues de milieux multiculturels, expats et immigrants.
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Cohesion Counseling, Coaching, & Hypnotherapy
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
8001 Zürich
Waitlist for new clients
NOTE: I am currently unable to accept new clients, but my waitlist is once again open. Please sign up while space lasts. For all my clients I offer an open, non-judgmental space in which to share and feel heard. In therapy, we can explore your experience and make sense of it in a meaningful way. Perhaps you’re caught in a negative cycle that seems to never change. The past could be triggering you in the present, leaving you feeling confused and out of control. Whatever your struggle is I offer my understanding, support, and expertise while we work together to swiftly help you find the relief you both want and deserve.
NOTE: I am currently unable to accept new clients, but my waitlist is once again open. Please sign up while space lasts. For all my clients I offer an open, non-judgmental space in which to share and feel heard. In therapy, we can explore your experience and make sense of it in a meaningful way. Perhaps you’re caught in a negative cycle that seems to never change. The past could be triggering you in the present, leaving you feeling confused and out of control. Whatever your struggle is I offer my understanding, support, and expertise while we work together to swiftly help you find the relief you both want and deserve.
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Dr. Lauren Deimling Johns
Psychologist
Verified Verified
3011 Bern
Emotion complements reason in ways which can be confusing, especially considering the social animal we are as humans: living with remarkable sensitivity to one another. Emotion guides us toward knowing our unmet needs. In therapy, only you can be the expert of your inner world's path. It is an honor to accompany you while maintaining focus on your goals, limiting distraction and avoidance behaviors, and fostering opportunities for appropriate self advocacy and self compassion.
Emotion complements reason in ways which can be confusing, especially considering the social animal we are as humans: living with remarkable sensitivity to one another. Emotion guides us toward knowing our unmet needs. In therapy, only you can be the expert of your inner world's path. It is an honor to accompany you while maintaining focus on your goals, limiting distraction and avoidance behaviors, and fostering opportunities for appropriate self advocacy and self compassion.
078 977... Reveal Number
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Katia Voutsa
Psychologist, MSc, FSP
Verified Verified
8050 Zürich  (Online Only)
worked as a mental health professional in public & private institutions (general psychiatric & psychotherapy services, psychosocial integration, as well in specialized services for victims of collective violence & trauma). During an collaborative psychotherapeutic process, the identification & analysis of underlying behavioral, emotional, interpersonal dysfunctional patterns can help discover more adaptive ways to deal with reality & life as well as reconstruct & restore meaningfulness. Healing is thought to be a result of introspection, insight.
worked as a mental health professional in public & private institutions (general psychiatric & psychotherapy services, psychosocial integration, as well in specialized services for victims of collective violence & trauma). During an collaborative psychotherapeutic process, the identification & analysis of underlying behavioral, emotional, interpersonal dysfunctional patterns can help discover more adaptive ways to deal with reality & life as well as reconstruct & restore meaningfulness. Healing is thought to be a result of introspection, insight.
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Jeeyoun Kim
Psychotherapist, MA, ASP
Verified Verified
3012 Bern
Waitlist for new clients
At different times in life we may encounter both external and internal difficulties and the psyche talks to us in various ways: sometimes through symptoms of insomnia or depression, anxiety or recurring thoughts, feelings of emptiness and despair - sometimes through inner questions of meaning, an urge to know more and wish to find our place. We may be confronted with personal dilemmas that seem unlikely to be solved, and feel trapped or imprisoned. Jungian psychotherapy is a journey to find the roots of such difficulties, to better understand the meaning underlying our suffering and to help integrate these insights into our life.
At different times in life we may encounter both external and internal difficulties and the psyche talks to us in various ways: sometimes through symptoms of insomnia or depression, anxiety or recurring thoughts, feelings of emptiness and despair - sometimes through inner questions of meaning, an urge to know more and wish to find our place. We may be confronted with personal dilemmas that seem unlikely to be solved, and feel trapped or imprisoned. Jungian psychotherapy is a journey to find the roots of such difficulties, to better understand the meaning underlying our suffering and to help integrate these insights into our life.
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Psychodynamic Counsellors

Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?

Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?

Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?

Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?

Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.