Psychodynamic Therapists in Torrington, CT
In a safe and nonjudgmental environment, I will help you improve your self-esteem, self-worth, focus and motivation. You can reach your true potential. By releasing worry, fear and insecurity you can make bold decisions and healthy choices to pursue and achieve your goals and dreams. Awaken to the strengths you possess and learn strategies to cope with stress and increase life's potential.
Some of my areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/bereavement, marital/relational concerns, college/career planning, general guidance and mentorship.
In a safe and nonjudgmental environment, I will help you improve your self-esteem, self-worth, focus and motivation. You can reach your true potential. By releasing worry, fear and insecurity you can make bold decisions and healthy choices to pursue and achieve your goals and dreams. Awaken to the strengths you possess and learn strategies to cope with stress and increase life's potential.
Some of my areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/bereavement, marital/relational concerns, college/career planning, general guidance and mentorship.
Hello, I am glad you are here. My private practice is virtual and based in CT. I am accepting new clients and doing Telehealth sessions remotely. Please email to set up a consult. I am an LCSW working as a Social Worker for the past twenty plus years. I have experience working with individuals, families, couples, and adolescents who are dealing with all types of stressful situations and issues. I can help decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety by working collaboratively with clients to improve quality of life, relationships, and improve overall functioning and outlook.
Hello, I am glad you are here. My private practice is virtual and based in CT. I am accepting new clients and doing Telehealth sessions remotely. Please email to set up a consult. I am an LCSW working as a Social Worker for the past twenty plus years. I have experience working with individuals, families, couples, and adolescents who are dealing with all types of stressful situations and issues. I can help decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety by working collaboratively with clients to improve quality of life, relationships, and improve overall functioning and outlook.
Everyone has times in their lives when stress is overwhelming. At these times, talking with a skilled, compassionate psychotherapist can help you increase your self-understanding and ability to cope with and change what keeps you from feeling like yourself and from moving in a positive direction.
Everyone has times in their lives when stress is overwhelming. At these times, talking with a skilled, compassionate psychotherapist can help you increase your self-understanding and ability to cope with and change what keeps you from feeling like yourself and from moving in a positive direction.
Do you repeatedly think...
"What if I fail?
What if they leave me?
What if I’m the problem?
What if I’m making the wrong choice?"
If these questions sound familiar, you’re not alone. Together we can learn to respond positively to negative thoughts instead of them controlling you. Therapy can be a space to slow down, understand where these fears come from, and learn to trust yourself again." Book an intake online today (see website link).
Together, we'll work to quiet your inner critic, challenge anxious thought patterns, build confidence, and help you feel more at peace.
Do you repeatedly think...
"What if I fail?
What if they leave me?
What if I’m the problem?
What if I’m making the wrong choice?"
If these questions sound familiar, you’re not alone. Together we can learn to respond positively to negative thoughts instead of them controlling you. Therapy can be a space to slow down, understand where these fears come from, and learn to trust yourself again." Book an intake online today (see website link).
Together, we'll work to quiet your inner critic, challenge anxious thought patterns, build confidence, and help you feel more at peace.
My goal is to help people improve their quality of life and to feel safe during the process. I have over 25 years of experience working with adolescents and adults, providing individual and group therapy, as well as crisis intervention. The majority of my work has been with people who have experienced loss and grief, trauma, and/or other significant issues such as depression, anxiety , PTSD, addictions, and ADHD. I utilize evidence based treatment approaches such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT, and believe that therapy should be person centered. I tailor to individual needs and goals rather than using a one treatment fits all approach.
My goal is to help people improve their quality of life and to feel safe during the process. I have over 25 years of experience working with adolescents and adults, providing individual and group therapy, as well as crisis intervention. The majority of my work has been with people who have experienced loss and grief, trauma, and/or other significant issues such as depression, anxiety , PTSD, addictions, and ADHD. I utilize evidence based treatment approaches such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT, and believe that therapy should be person centered. I tailor to individual needs and goals rather than using a one treatment fits all approach.
I'm Pam (she/they), a queer, provisionally licensed LMSW at Well Being Sanctuary. I work with teens and young adults (12+) navigating anxiety, life transitions, and relationships- particularly LGBTQ+ youth who need a therapist who actually understands their experience, not just tolerates it. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in the field of education. I know how young people communicate and what it takes to build real trust with someone who did not ask to be in your office. I also train jiu jitsu- which tells you something about how I think about hard things. You do not avoid discomfort. You learn to move through it.
I'm Pam (she/they), a queer, provisionally licensed LMSW at Well Being Sanctuary. I work with teens and young adults (12+) navigating anxiety, life transitions, and relationships- particularly LGBTQ+ youth who need a therapist who actually understands their experience, not just tolerates it. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in the field of education. I know how young people communicate and what it takes to build real trust with someone who did not ask to be in your office. I also train jiu jitsu- which tells you something about how I think about hard things. You do not avoid discomfort. You learn to move through it.
I am committed to creating a caring, accepting and non-judgmental environment in which clients feel understood, valued, and safe to open up. I work with couples as well as individuals dealing with depression. anxiety, panic and relationship challenges. I am trained in evidence-based mindfulness, cognitive, and psychodynamic approaches, and trauma-based EMDR and somatic therapies. My practice also includes leadership and life coaching.
I am committed to creating a caring, accepting and non-judgmental environment in which clients feel understood, valued, and safe to open up. I work with couples as well as individuals dealing with depression. anxiety, panic and relationship challenges. I am trained in evidence-based mindfulness, cognitive, and psychodynamic approaches, and trauma-based EMDR and somatic therapies. My practice also includes leadership and life coaching.
I enjoy working with individuals across all stages of life and especially value partnering with those who are motivated to better understand themselves. I have a particular passion for supporting clients through life transitions, whether that be stepping into adulthood, exploring a new career direction, or seeking clarity around their values. I also find deep fulfillment in helping clients navigate relationship challenges, strengthen communication, understand their emotional needs, and build healthier, more authentic connections. In my work, I frequently support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm.
I enjoy working with individuals across all stages of life and especially value partnering with those who are motivated to better understand themselves. I have a particular passion for supporting clients through life transitions, whether that be stepping into adulthood, exploring a new career direction, or seeking clarity around their values. I also find deep fulfillment in helping clients navigate relationship challenges, strengthen communication, understand their emotional needs, and build healthier, more authentic connections. In my work, I frequently support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm.
Start your journey today. With over twenty years of experience, I’m here to walk alongside you as you move toward a more fulfilling and authentic life. Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back and create space for meaningful, lasting change.
Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and understand your experiences with compassion. Whether you’re facing anxiety, grief, burnout, relationship stress, or a sense of being stuck, we’ll approach your goals with curiosity and care. Over time, we’ll identify what no longer serves you and begin building healthier, more aligned ways of living.
Start your journey today. With over twenty years of experience, I’m here to walk alongside you as you move toward a more fulfilling and authentic life. Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back and create space for meaningful, lasting change.
Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and understand your experiences with compassion. Whether you’re facing anxiety, grief, burnout, relationship stress, or a sense of being stuck, we’ll approach your goals with curiosity and care. Over time, we’ll identify what no longer serves you and begin building healthier, more aligned ways of living.
Andrew Matusiak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Torrington, CT 06790
Waitlist for new clients
Do you want to live a life with greater freedom? What if I told you that you could be truly happy, live without anxiety, and have mastery over your body and mind? I understand that everyone is in a different part of the healing process and will design a plan with you to meet your specific goals.
Do you want to live a life with greater freedom? What if I told you that you could be truly happy, live without anxiety, and have mastery over your body and mind? I understand that everyone is in a different part of the healing process and will design a plan with you to meet your specific goals.
Greenwoods provides access to treatment for people struggling with a wide range of mental health challenges. Following an intake session, clients are matched with a therapist within our network of providers or with one of our in-house therapists, whoever best fits the client's needs. Financial aid is available for qualifying clients.
Greenwoods provides access to treatment for people struggling with a wide range of mental health challenges. Following an intake session, clients are matched with a therapist within our network of providers or with one of our in-house therapists, whoever best fits the client's needs. Financial aid is available for qualifying clients.
I am trained in psychodynamic therapy and may incorporate elements of IFS, CBT, narrative therapy, MI, mindfulness, and somatic techniques in our work together.
I’m Sam Mashaw, a clinical social worker committed to helping you cultivate the self-confidence and self-compassion to step into your wholeness. We live in a society that often seems designed to keep us small, keep us scared, and keep us doubting ourselves. I consider how social context–historical, present, personal, and systemic–may be influencing the stories you have about yourself, your relationships, and the possibilities for your life. The truth is this: the world needs YOU, your unique gifts, and perspective. Whatever you’re going through, I am here to help you tap into your innate strengths and wisdom to navigate your life.
I am trained in psychodynamic therapy and may incorporate elements of IFS, CBT, narrative therapy, MI, mindfulness, and somatic techniques in our work together.
I’m Sam Mashaw, a clinical social worker committed to helping you cultivate the self-confidence and self-compassion to step into your wholeness. We live in a society that often seems designed to keep us small, keep us scared, and keep us doubting ourselves. I consider how social context–historical, present, personal, and systemic–may be influencing the stories you have about yourself, your relationships, and the possibilities for your life. The truth is this: the world needs YOU, your unique gifts, and perspective. Whatever you’re going through, I am here to help you tap into your innate strengths and wisdom to navigate your life.
Among the frameworks that I draw from are Existential Philosophy, Social Learning Theory, Psychodynamic Theory and Object Relations Theory.
I have been working in human services and mental and behavioral health since 2010 in a wide variety of treatment settings and I have worked with all age groups, from birth-3 to end of life, and everything in between. I graduated from Plymouth State University with a Bachelors in Childhood Studies and a minor in Social Work, as well as a Masters in Special Education. I later went on to earn another Masters degree in Social Work from Simmons College in Boston in order to achieve my dream of providing individual and family therapy in a private practice setting.
Among the frameworks that I draw from are Existential Philosophy, Social Learning Theory, Psychodynamic Theory and Object Relations Theory.
I have been working in human services and mental and behavioral health since 2010 in a wide variety of treatment settings and I have worked with all age groups, from birth-3 to end of life, and everything in between. I graduated from Plymouth State University with a Bachelors in Childhood Studies and a minor in Social Work, as well as a Masters in Special Education. I later went on to earn another Masters degree in Social Work from Simmons College in Boston in order to achieve my dream of providing individual and family therapy in a private practice setting.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals and families navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs and experiences. I strive to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and respected.
A primary focus of my work is loss. I have extensive training in both death and non-death losses and support individuals and families coping with the many forms grief can take, including the death of a loved one, divorce, health changes, and other major life transitions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals and families navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs and experiences. I strive to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and respected.
A primary focus of my work is loss. I have extensive training in both death and non-death losses and support individuals and families coping with the many forms grief can take, including the death of a loved one, divorce, health changes, and other major life transitions.
I draw from the interpersonal and psychodynamic perspectives in my work.
I work with everyone. Many arrive stretched thin: by systems that don't listen, families that aren't holding them, or a body and mind that no longer feel like home. You're welcome regardless of income, gender, orientation, politics, or faith. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and interpersonal process work to help you build flexibility, repair relational patterns, and move toward a life that fits you. I specialize in working with people moving through pregnancy, postpartum, the transition into parenthood, and people carrying trauma, complex PTSD, and/or attachment wounds that surface in current relationships.
I draw from the interpersonal and psychodynamic perspectives in my work.
I work with everyone. Many arrive stretched thin: by systems that don't listen, families that aren't holding them, or a body and mind that no longer feel like home. You're welcome regardless of income, gender, orientation, politics, or faith. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and interpersonal process work to help you build flexibility, repair relational patterns, and move toward a life that fits you. I specialize in working with people moving through pregnancy, postpartum, the transition into parenthood, and people carrying trauma, complex PTSD, and/or attachment wounds that surface in current relationships.
Seeking out therapy is a brave step to creating a life that you want. My style is warm, kind, and direct. I believe in meeting you where you are. Every person brings in different life experiences and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. For me, the purpose of therapy is to create a relationship where you can feel safe and supported while developing new skills. I am offering virtual sessions across both Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Seeking out therapy is a brave step to creating a life that you want. My style is warm, kind, and direct. I believe in meeting you where you are. Every person brings in different life experiences and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. For me, the purpose of therapy is to create a relationship where you can feel safe and supported while developing new skills. I am offering virtual sessions across both Connecticut and Massachusetts.
I am a passionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in trauma and substance use and have extensive experience supporting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life stressors, and relationship challenges. I provide empathy, understanding, and respect in a safe and supportive environment for those who have the courage to seek guidance. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)—a highly effective, evidence-based approach for processing trauma and reducing the emotional distress tied to past experiences.
I am a passionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in trauma and substance use and have extensive experience supporting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life stressors, and relationship challenges. I provide empathy, understanding, and respect in a safe and supportive environment for those who have the courage to seek guidance. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)—a highly effective, evidence-based approach for processing trauma and reducing the emotional distress tied to past experiences.
As a trained clinical therapist with years of practice and supervision, my approach has a Person Centered focus based on an individual‘s unique characteristics, goals and principles. I can help people effectively manage difficulties in life and most mental health issues. I firmly believe that everyone is able to change if they want to change. We all go through times during life when we feel stuck or not sure of what we want and that’s okay. With the proper guidance and support therapy can help you make many changes, face any challenges you have and empower you to make what you want for yourself and your life.
As a trained clinical therapist with years of practice and supervision, my approach has a Person Centered focus based on an individual‘s unique characteristics, goals and principles. I can help people effectively manage difficulties in life and most mental health issues. I firmly believe that everyone is able to change if they want to change. We all go through times during life when we feel stuck or not sure of what we want and that’s okay. With the proper guidance and support therapy can help you make many changes, face any challenges you have and empower you to make what you want for yourself and your life.
I've helped many people cope with excessive life stress, resolve problems in relationships, recover from difficult divorces, manage traumatic bereavement and loss, cope with major life transitions, and develop effective strategies to manage changes in their lives. I served as the director of the Counseling Center at Pace University for 24 years. I've also worked in multiple settings with diverse populations including active duty military personnel, veterans of military service, persons in 12-step programs (AA NA DA), adolescents and their families. I also enjoy helping men to better understand and talk about their feelings.
I've helped many people cope with excessive life stress, resolve problems in relationships, recover from difficult divorces, manage traumatic bereavement and loss, cope with major life transitions, and develop effective strategies to manage changes in their lives. I served as the director of the Counseling Center at Pace University for 24 years. I've also worked in multiple settings with diverse populations including active duty military personnel, veterans of military service, persons in 12-step programs (AA NA DA), adolescents and their families. I also enjoy helping men to better understand and talk about their feelings.
I work with older children, adolescents, young adults, and their families who struggle with trauma, substance abuse, self-injury (cutting), peer relational skills, parent-child conflict, anxiety, and depression. Please be aware that I do not provide couple counseling.
I work with older children, adolescents, young adults, and their families who struggle with trauma, substance abuse, self-injury (cutting), peer relational skills, parent-child conflict, anxiety, and depression. Please be aware that I do not provide couple counseling.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
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.