Psychodynamic Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
Through psychodynamic psychotherapy I work with the conscious and unconscious, observing relational patterns of the past and present.
"Let out what is inside of you, for what is inside of you will save you". I believe this quote emphasizes the power of the therapeutic process: personal empowerment through self-expression, self-knowledge, and self-acceptance. In an ever-demanding, stressful, and confusing world, it's easy to lose sight of one of the most healing and fulfilling relationships one can have: the relationship with oneself. I experience therapy as a unique collaboration in which one is guided toward a more profound and restorative understanding of their individuality.
Through psychodynamic psychotherapy I work with the conscious and unconscious, observing relational patterns of the past and present.
"Let out what is inside of you, for what is inside of you will save you". I believe this quote emphasizes the power of the therapeutic process: personal empowerment through self-expression, self-knowledge, and self-acceptance. In an ever-demanding, stressful, and confusing world, it's easy to lose sight of one of the most healing and fulfilling relationships one can have: the relationship with oneself. I experience therapy as a unique collaboration in which one is guided toward a more profound and restorative understanding of their individuality.
Dr. Jeffrey Avants
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD , LMFT, CADC-II, Psych, Fellow
Indianapolis, IN 46219
I often employ psychodynamic and expressive therapy principles with the understanding that the mode of therapy, regardless of what that is, must empower clients to achieve their goals through effective self-understanding, healing, change, and growth.
Getting unstuck, healng for you and your relationships, helping you find ways to get yourself and your life back, these are just part of my work with a diverse range of patients - adults, teens, couples - facing life's challenging circumstances, including depression, anxiety, dual diagnosis and substance dependency, grief and loss, spiritual issues, relational struggles, parent/child issues, sexual difficulties, abuse, trauma, divorce, marital and premarital counseling, help with managing spectrum and educational difficulties, and aging - These are many of the issues I work with in my practice.
I often employ psychodynamic and expressive therapy principles with the understanding that the mode of therapy, regardless of what that is, must empower clients to achieve their goals through effective self-understanding, healing, change, and growth.
Getting unstuck, healng for you and your relationships, helping you find ways to get yourself and your life back, these are just part of my work with a diverse range of patients - adults, teens, couples - facing life's challenging circumstances, including depression, anxiety, dual diagnosis and substance dependency, grief and loss, spiritual issues, relational struggles, parent/child issues, sexual difficulties, abuse, trauma, divorce, marital and premarital counseling, help with managing spectrum and educational difficulties, and aging - These are many of the issues I work with in my practice.
I am also trained in treating racial trauma using a therapy model based in social justice and afrocentric psychology and work from a process-oriented, psychodynamic framework.
I primarily work with adolescents, adults, and older adults, providing individual and couples therapy. My goal is to provide a safe environment where we can explore your lived experience within the context of identity, culture, and social context. I have experience helping people work through concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, lifestyle changes, identity exploration, health problems, or just feeling “stuck”. I am also committed to maintaining an environment affirming of intersecting cultural identities, with an emphasis on social justice, anti-racism, anti-colonialism, and promotion of LGBTQIA+ and sex positive values.
I am also trained in treating racial trauma using a therapy model based in social justice and afrocentric psychology and work from a process-oriented, psychodynamic framework.
I primarily work with adolescents, adults, and older adults, providing individual and couples therapy. My goal is to provide a safe environment where we can explore your lived experience within the context of identity, culture, and social context. I have experience helping people work through concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, lifestyle changes, identity exploration, health problems, or just feeling “stuck”. I am also committed to maintaining an environment affirming of intersecting cultural identities, with an emphasis on social justice, anti-racism, anti-colonialism, and promotion of LGBTQIA+ and sex positive values.
My ideal client is a young adult or adult experiencing anxiety, depression, or life transitions, eager to transform their mental landscape. I help individuals identify and alter unhelpful beliefs and behaviors, striving for emotional and spiritual well-being. With a holistic approach incorporating CBT, DBT, and mind-body wellness, my goal is to help heal old wounds, break destructive patterns, and cultivate resilience. I also help individuals work through adjustments, whether triggered by existential crises, major life changes, or traumatic events.
My ideal client is a young adult or adult experiencing anxiety, depression, or life transitions, eager to transform their mental landscape. I help individuals identify and alter unhelpful beliefs and behaviors, striving for emotional and spiritual well-being. With a holistic approach incorporating CBT, DBT, and mind-body wellness, my goal is to help heal old wounds, break destructive patterns, and cultivate resilience. I also help individuals work through adjustments, whether triggered by existential crises, major life changes, or traumatic events.
Hi! I’m Stephanie and I’ve been in practice as a psychotherapist for over 10 years. I believe the relational connection offered in therapy is a big part of the healing process, as we all have a core need to feel truly seen and heard. I’m committed to providing an attentive, consistent, and intentional approach that enables emotional vulnerability for my clients. I believe the only way to heal our pain is to face it, and it’s easier to do this in an empathetic space. I specialize in addressing a variety of concerns including disordered eating, body dysmorphia, codependency/relationship issues, and anxiety and obsessive disorders.
Hi! I’m Stephanie and I’ve been in practice as a psychotherapist for over 10 years. I believe the relational connection offered in therapy is a big part of the healing process, as we all have a core need to feel truly seen and heard. I’m committed to providing an attentive, consistent, and intentional approach that enables emotional vulnerability for my clients. I believe the only way to heal our pain is to face it, and it’s easier to do this in an empathetic space. I specialize in addressing a variety of concerns including disordered eating, body dysmorphia, codependency/relationship issues, and anxiety and obsessive disorders.
I believe that healing arises through meaningful action, creativity, and deep emotional connection. I honor each unique life story and aim to help restore vitality within lived experience. Our connection as client and therapist supports deeper awareness of relational patterns and encourages more fulfilling engagement. Together we clarify goals, explore challenges, understand distress, uncover purpose, and shape experience into resilience, wisdom, and growth. I offer compassion, intuition, and thoughtful reflection to help you gain insight and clarity. I remain dedicated to supporting your growth with steadiness and sincere presence.
I believe that healing arises through meaningful action, creativity, and deep emotional connection. I honor each unique life story and aim to help restore vitality within lived experience. Our connection as client and therapist supports deeper awareness of relational patterns and encourages more fulfilling engagement. Together we clarify goals, explore challenges, understand distress, uncover purpose, and shape experience into resilience, wisdom, and growth. I offer compassion, intuition, and thoughtful reflection to help you gain insight and clarity. I remain dedicated to supporting your growth with steadiness and sincere presence.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Indiana. I received my Masters from Indiana University and have been in practice for 7 years. I help teens and young adults improve emotional regulation and resilience by enhancing coping strategies that can be applied in everyday situations. I also help teens and young adults to build stronger relationships with peers and family members.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Indiana. I received my Masters from Indiana University and have been in practice for 7 years. I help teens and young adults improve emotional regulation and resilience by enhancing coping strategies that can be applied in everyday situations. I also help teens and young adults to build stronger relationships with peers and family members.
I employ various psychotherapeutic strategies to help clients though work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with two decades of clinical experience, primarily in specialty medical settings. I also have worked both professionally and as a volunteer in hospice, where caregiver and family support/counseling was a key focus. I worked for many years with those with kidney and other diseases. My clinical interests, experience, and expertise include working with clients with chronic medical conditions, depression and/or anxiety, grief and loss issues, crisis intervention, communication disorders, life transitions, adjustment issues, relationship issues, and aging concerns.
I employ various psychotherapeutic strategies to help clients though work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with two decades of clinical experience, primarily in specialty medical settings. I also have worked both professionally and as a volunteer in hospice, where caregiver and family support/counseling was a key focus. I worked for many years with those with kidney and other diseases. My clinical interests, experience, and expertise include working with clients with chronic medical conditions, depression and/or anxiety, grief and loss issues, crisis intervention, communication disorders, life transitions, adjustment issues, relationship issues, and aging concerns.
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, which means I listen and attend to feelings and beliefs about your past experiences - relational, emotional, and cultural - which inform your internal dialogue and interactions with the outside world. The goal is to make connections that support growth and change to create a healthier, more satisfying life.
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, which means I listen and attend to feelings and beliefs about your past experiences - relational, emotional, and cultural - which inform your internal dialogue and interactions with the outside world. The goal is to make connections that support growth and change to create a healthier, more satisfying life.
Hello, I'm Kimberly. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families return to love for themselves and others. Together, we will co-create peaceful spaces to make sense of the past while sitting in the present, and anticipating the future. I believe in the power of creating a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. My approach is collaborative and empathetic, ensuring that you feel heard and supported every step of the way.
Hello, I'm Kimberly. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families return to love for themselves and others. Together, we will co-create peaceful spaces to make sense of the past while sitting in the present, and anticipating the future. I believe in the power of creating a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. My approach is collaborative and empathetic, ensuring that you feel heard and supported every step of the way.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, inhibited by fear, or consumed with self-criticism? Are past experiences making it difficult to find happiness and genuine connection with others in the present? Or maybe what brings you to this site is a concern with your child’s functioning, and his/her ability to manage emotions and behaviors in a manner that is healthy and adaptive. If you find yourself nodding along, you’re in the right place. There is much value to be gained in taking the time to invest in oneself. YOU, are worth it!
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, inhibited by fear, or consumed with self-criticism? Are past experiences making it difficult to find happiness and genuine connection with others in the present? Or maybe what brings you to this site is a concern with your child’s functioning, and his/her ability to manage emotions and behaviors in a manner that is healthy and adaptive. If you find yourself nodding along, you’re in the right place. There is much value to be gained in taking the time to invest in oneself. YOU, are worth it!
Life’s experiences, whether they are from the past or present, can often feel overwhelming and confusing. As your therapist, I am here to support you through your journey of self-discovery and personal healing. I have extensive experience in helping individuals navigate through trauma, anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.
I believe that you deserve to prioritize your well-being and take the time to address any challenges you may be facing. My ultimate goal is to help you live in the present moment and find joy in everyday life, free from the haunting effects of the past, worries, or trauma.
Life’s experiences, whether they are from the past or present, can often feel overwhelming and confusing. As your therapist, I am here to support you through your journey of self-discovery and personal healing. I have extensive experience in helping individuals navigate through trauma, anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.
I believe that you deserve to prioritize your well-being and take the time to address any challenges you may be facing. My ultimate goal is to help you live in the present moment and find joy in everyday life, free from the haunting effects of the past, worries, or trauma.
My approach to therapy integrates theory and techniques from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and interpersonal psychotherapies.
I have training and professional experience in private practice, college counseling centers, and in substance abuse recovery. I have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of mood disorders, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship conflict, trauma, and concerns related to adjustment and life span development.
My approach to therapy integrates theory and techniques from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and interpersonal psychotherapies.
I have training and professional experience in private practice, college counseling centers, and in substance abuse recovery. I have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of mood disorders, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship conflict, trauma, and concerns related to adjustment and life span development.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially during uncertain times. You might find yourself stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, grief, or relational conflict, wondering if things will ever feel better. The good news? You don’t have to face this alone. Beneath the stress and frustration you feel is the real you—ready to grow, heal, and thrive. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to help you reconnect with that part of yourself.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially during uncertain times. You might find yourself stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, grief, or relational conflict, wondering if things will ever feel better. The good news? You don’t have to face this alone. Beneath the stress and frustration you feel is the real you—ready to grow, heal, and thrive. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work together to help you reconnect with that part of yourself.
My therapy style is based in gaining insight, developing coping skills, and overcoming obstacles that create anxiety and depression. I work with clients to overcome trauma and develop empowerment for the future. In working with Bipolar Disorder, I find education and identifying triggers are paramount to managing symptoms. I will explore with you what has not worked in the past, and what will work going forward.
My therapy style is based in gaining insight, developing coping skills, and overcoming obstacles that create anxiety and depression. I work with clients to overcome trauma and develop empowerment for the future. In working with Bipolar Disorder, I find education and identifying triggers are paramount to managing symptoms. I will explore with you what has not worked in the past, and what will work going forward.
Are you ready to make changes in your life but unsure how to begin? You may feel stuck, disconnected from purpose, or lacking fulfillment or passion. Experiences such as abandonment, abuse or neglect can leave lasting effects, just as life transitions like divorce, grief, or an empty nest can create uncertainty about what comes next. Whatever your situation, meaningful change is possible. Together we will identify limiting core beliefs shaped by trauma or critical past experiences and replace them with more compassionate, adaptive beliefs that support healing, growth, and a more satisfying life.
Are you ready to make changes in your life but unsure how to begin? You may feel stuck, disconnected from purpose, or lacking fulfillment or passion. Experiences such as abandonment, abuse or neglect can leave lasting effects, just as life transitions like divorce, grief, or an empty nest can create uncertainty about what comes next. Whatever your situation, meaningful change is possible. Together we will identify limiting core beliefs shaped by trauma or critical past experiences and replace them with more compassionate, adaptive beliefs that support healing, growth, and a more satisfying life.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Hello! I am currently offering Telehealth and phone sessions. Are you interested in personal growth and healing? I believe one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is having the courage to look inward, while being compassionate with yourself so you can begin to move forward. I have been working with people for over 20 years towards (re)gaining mental and physical health through lifestyle approaches to wellness. I offer a research-based holistic approach, which looks at the whole person, while also integrating various therapeutic techniques to help you reach the deepest healing possible.
Hello! I am currently offering Telehealth and phone sessions. Are you interested in personal growth and healing? I believe one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is having the courage to look inward, while being compassionate with yourself so you can begin to move forward. I have been working with people for over 20 years towards (re)gaining mental and physical health through lifestyle approaches to wellness. I offer a research-based holistic approach, which looks at the whole person, while also integrating various therapeutic techniques to help you reach the deepest healing possible.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working professionally, in the mental health, field since 2006. I have worked in multiple positions in the mental/behavioral health field, including leadership. I came to realize that my passion is providing therapy. In 2020 (during Covid), I made the transition to virtual therapy. I am Licensed in the State of Indiana. Using Strengths-Based Empowerment approaches, I strive to provide Affirmative and Culturally Competent care.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working professionally, in the mental health, field since 2006. I have worked in multiple positions in the mental/behavioral health field, including leadership. I came to realize that my passion is providing therapy. In 2020 (during Covid), I made the transition to virtual therapy. I am Licensed in the State of Indiana. Using Strengths-Based Empowerment approaches, I strive to provide Affirmative and Culturally Competent care.
This is a commitment in finding a therapist, a step closer to peace of mind and healing your heart. Listening, being heard, witnessing, and validating your story are invaluable to your recovery. I am skilled in the area of addictions, abuse recovery, grief and bereavement, PTSD, stress, anxiety, and depression. I will help you learn about compassion for yourself and help you restore your integrity and self-esteem. This can be a transformation, helping you become who you want to be! You will leave each session with a "food for thought" note. It will include thoughts from your session and ideas to focus on between sessions.
This is a commitment in finding a therapist, a step closer to peace of mind and healing your heart. Listening, being heard, witnessing, and validating your story are invaluable to your recovery. I am skilled in the area of addictions, abuse recovery, grief and bereavement, PTSD, stress, anxiety, and depression. I will help you learn about compassion for yourself and help you restore your integrity and self-esteem. This can be a transformation, helping you become who you want to be! You will leave each session with a "food for thought" note. It will include thoughts from your session and ideas to focus on between sessions.
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