Psychodynamic Therapists in Dunn, NC
Amy G Therriault
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, BSN, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunn, NC 28334 (Online Only)
What thoughts race through your mind as you go through the day? What thoughts have become obstacles? Do those thoughts hold you captive in states of anxiety and depression? Do they make you feel unsafe, insecure, and isolated, even when we are surrounded by others? Do these thoughts make relationships complicated and responsibilities seem impossible? Are your mental and emotional stressors effecting your physical well-being in ways like physical pain, fatigue, sensory intolerance, brain fog, and inability to focus? Exploring your thoughts and feelings can be difficult, but you do not have to walk through this process alone.
What thoughts race through your mind as you go through the day? What thoughts have become obstacles? Do those thoughts hold you captive in states of anxiety and depression? Do they make you feel unsafe, insecure, and isolated, even when we are surrounded by others? Do these thoughts make relationships complicated and responsibilities seem impossible? Are your mental and emotional stressors effecting your physical well-being in ways like physical pain, fatigue, sensory intolerance, brain fog, and inability to focus? Exploring your thoughts and feelings can be difficult, but you do not have to walk through this process alone.
There are times when life can really throw us some nasty curveballs. It's hard some days to even put one foot in front of another. Our joy can quickly vanish and be replaced by fear and sadness. I know that struggle. I was diagnosed with a significant health issue three years ago which led to horrible depression and anxiety . Now, I truly have a better understanding of where my clients are coming from and just how heavy depression and anxiety can be to carry. I also know it's possible to get your joy and peace of mind back. Whatever your struggles are, they can improve and I would be honored to help guide your path.
There are times when life can really throw us some nasty curveballs. It's hard some days to even put one foot in front of another. Our joy can quickly vanish and be replaced by fear and sadness. I know that struggle. I was diagnosed with a significant health issue three years ago which led to horrible depression and anxiety . Now, I truly have a better understanding of where my clients are coming from and just how heavy depression and anxiety can be to carry. I also know it's possible to get your joy and peace of mind back. Whatever your struggles are, they can improve and I would be honored to help guide your path.
Online Therapists
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.
These approaches are derived from my training in psychodynamic, trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioral, person centered and strength-based theories, as well as Expressive Arts Therapies when appropriate.
I am a Trauma-Informed Expressive Arts Therapist and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. For more than 20 years, I have walked alongside Clients through Grief and Trauma in both Individual and Group Settings. I have experience working with all ages, although my focus currently is with Teen Girls and Women experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma, Medical Illness, Anger/Stress Management, and Life Transitions.
These approaches are derived from my training in psychodynamic, trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioral, person centered and strength-based theories, as well as Expressive Arts Therapies when appropriate.
I am a Trauma-Informed Expressive Arts Therapist and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. For more than 20 years, I have walked alongside Clients through Grief and Trauma in both Individual and Group Settings. I have experience working with all ages, although my focus currently is with Teen Girls and Women experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma, Medical Illness, Anger/Stress Management, and Life Transitions.
Carey Downey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
My approach draws from relational, family systems, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck in a stress cycle of worry, sadness, or loneliness, you are not alone! These emotions can be natural responses to life circumstances. Sometimes it seems as though you can’t find your way out of these feelings. As a licensed clinical social worker, I am ready to join with you and offer support. Together we can identify your personal challenges, build upon your unique strengths, and develop healthier life patterns.
My approach draws from relational, family systems, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck in a stress cycle of worry, sadness, or loneliness, you are not alone! These emotions can be natural responses to life circumstances. Sometimes it seems as though you can’t find your way out of these feelings. As a licensed clinical social worker, I am ready to join with you and offer support. Together we can identify your personal challenges, build upon your unique strengths, and develop healthier life patterns.
Through my experience and passion, I have found myself focusing on relational and psychodynamic theory.
Therapy can be an intimidating space, so let’s work together to find the best method for you. I believe that the therapy room is a space to be yourself, grow, be challenged, and know that no topic is off limits. I enjoy working with families, individuals, and couples who are struggling with issues of sexuality, gender, suicidality, and interpersonal dynamics. I try to understand each person and find ways to challenge you in a caring way. I use a variety of tools from my training including harm reduction, Bowen family systems, sex therapy, health at every size, liberation health model, and more.
Through my experience and passion, I have found myself focusing on relational and psychodynamic theory.
Therapy can be an intimidating space, so let’s work together to find the best method for you. I believe that the therapy room is a space to be yourself, grow, be challenged, and know that no topic is off limits. I enjoy working with families, individuals, and couples who are struggling with issues of sexuality, gender, suicidality, and interpersonal dynamics. I try to understand each person and find ways to challenge you in a caring way. I use a variety of tools from my training including harm reduction, Bowen family systems, sex therapy, health at every size, liberation health model, and more.
Triangle Healing Center, PLLC: Kimberly LaPorte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615
My approach utilizes mindfulness techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing, Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Psychodynamic work & spirituality.
Are you surviving instead of thriving? Do you feel overwhelmed or anxious? Do you struggle with meaningful connection to yourself or within your relationships? I’m here to help you break free from the patterns that are holding you back & feel empowered to live your best life. I work with adults needing to heal from shock trauma, childhood/attachment wounds, or physical/sexual/emotional abuse. I help to deepen their healing, improve their connection to themselves, expand their capacity & strengthen their relationships through integrating a connection between the mind, the body & building awareness of unhelpful patterns.
My approach utilizes mindfulness techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing, Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Psychodynamic work & spirituality.
Are you surviving instead of thriving? Do you feel overwhelmed or anxious? Do you struggle with meaningful connection to yourself or within your relationships? I’m here to help you break free from the patterns that are holding you back & feel empowered to live your best life. I work with adults needing to heal from shock trauma, childhood/attachment wounds, or physical/sexual/emotional abuse. I help to deepen their healing, improve their connection to themselves, expand their capacity & strengthen their relationships through integrating a connection between the mind, the body & building awareness of unhelpful patterns.
Abigail McGee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Holly Springs, NC 27540
I offer a personalized and collaborative approach and draw heavily from attachment theory, psychodynamic interventions, mindfulness practices, EMDR, and experiential theories.
I provide an emotionally safe space where you will find compassion and support. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will discover new ways to build upon your inherent strengths, identify your struggles, and then dig deeper to gain a better understanding of who you are. Above all, my job is to ensure that you feel heard and understood.
I offer a personalized and collaborative approach and draw heavily from attachment theory, psychodynamic interventions, mindfulness practices, EMDR, and experiential theories.
I provide an emotionally safe space where you will find compassion and support. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will discover new ways to build upon your inherent strengths, identify your struggles, and then dig deeper to gain a better understanding of who you are. Above all, my job is to ensure that you feel heard and understood.
My primary model is psychodynamic which is insight-oriented.
I believe that every human is shaped by an interplay of factors that come from within and without the person. That is to say that the power of therapy comes from a deeper understanding of the forces inside and out that shape a person into a unique individual. I also find that the center of psychotherapy is the relationship--the relationship with those in one’s life, the relationship with the therapist, and the relationship with oneself. Whether you are seeking therapy to find a deeper purpose in your life, or you are experiencing life’s challenges in the form of pain, anxiety, depression, loss, or conflict, I am here to help.
My primary model is psychodynamic which is insight-oriented.
I believe that every human is shaped by an interplay of factors that come from within and without the person. That is to say that the power of therapy comes from a deeper understanding of the forces inside and out that shape a person into a unique individual. I also find that the center of psychotherapy is the relationship--the relationship with those in one’s life, the relationship with the therapist, and the relationship with oneself. Whether you are seeking therapy to find a deeper purpose in your life, or you are experiencing life’s challenges in the form of pain, anxiety, depression, loss, or conflict, I am here to help.
I use a collaborative therapeutic style to explore what works for you, integrating primarily relational psychodynamic, somatic, and DBT approaches.
If you’re reading this, you're probably considering the vulnerable, messy, beautiful, healing work of therapy. You may also be: feeling “stuck” by inner conflict and uncertain of what’s next, high-achieving and grappling with a harsh inner critic, feeling out of sync with your values or how you want to live your life, feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, feeling unheard or seeking deeper connection in your relationships, or have engaged in therapy and learned helpful skills but didn't get to the root of your concerns. Maybe you're a graduate student or LGBTQ+ person wanting to process the varied challenges and pleasures of life.
I use a collaborative therapeutic style to explore what works for you, integrating primarily relational psychodynamic, somatic, and DBT approaches.
If you’re reading this, you're probably considering the vulnerable, messy, beautiful, healing work of therapy. You may also be: feeling “stuck” by inner conflict and uncertain of what’s next, high-achieving and grappling with a harsh inner critic, feeling out of sync with your values or how you want to live your life, feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, feeling unheard or seeking deeper connection in your relationships, or have engaged in therapy and learned helpful skills but didn't get to the root of your concerns. Maybe you're a graduate student or LGBTQ+ person wanting to process the varied challenges and pleasures of life.
Skylar Elise McGhee
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
Waitlist for new clients
I take an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing interventions from IFS, psychodynamic psychotherapy, somatic therapy, DBT, attachment theory, and others while working with clients through a feminist, person-centered lens.
My hope as a psychotherapist is to build a relationship based on trust, respect, and hopefulness with my clients. I view psychotherapy not only as a way to address symptoms, but as a gateway to more joy, wholeness, and pleasure in our lives.
I take an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing interventions from IFS, psychodynamic psychotherapy, somatic therapy, DBT, attachment theory, and others while working with clients through a feminist, person-centered lens.
My hope as a psychotherapist is to build a relationship based on trust, respect, and hopefulness with my clients. I view psychotherapy not only as a way to address symptoms, but as a gateway to more joy, wholeness, and pleasure in our lives.
Meredith Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, APHSW-C
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27603 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My work centers around harnessing individual strengths and is psychodynamic in nature.
It’s easy to overthink or become overwhelmed reading descriptions of therapists. Trust your gut and schedule a free consultation to guide you. I'm Meredith Jones and I have over a decade of clinical experience helping others with anxiety, relationship issues, substance use, trauma and grief. Unexpected changes or uncertainty around career, home life, or health can be isolating and create feelings of instability. If you need help connecting to your motivation for change, want to look at patterns no longer serving you well, desire to strengthen your coping skills or need help stilling your mind to live in the moment I've got you.
My work centers around harnessing individual strengths and is psychodynamic in nature.
It’s easy to overthink or become overwhelmed reading descriptions of therapists. Trust your gut and schedule a free consultation to guide you. I'm Meredith Jones and I have over a decade of clinical experience helping others with anxiety, relationship issues, substance use, trauma and grief. Unexpected changes or uncertainty around career, home life, or health can be isolating and create feelings of instability. If you need help connecting to your motivation for change, want to look at patterns no longer serving you well, desire to strengthen your coping skills or need help stilling your mind to live in the moment I've got you.
I draw from approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), relational, psychodynamic, attachment based and mindfulness practices to fit your unique needs.
Sometimes we all need extra support to navigate life’s ups and downs. As a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience, I provide a safe and caring space where you can talk openly and begin to make the changes in your life that you desire. Therapy can help you see patterns in your life that may be causing you pain or holding you back and discover new ways to move forward. My style is warm, empathic, and interactive—I believe in providing honest feedback and practical strategies that empower you to make meaningful changes.
I draw from approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), relational, psychodynamic, attachment based and mindfulness practices to fit your unique needs.
Sometimes we all need extra support to navigate life’s ups and downs. As a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience, I provide a safe and caring space where you can talk openly and begin to make the changes in your life that you desire. Therapy can help you see patterns in your life that may be causing you pain or holding you back and discover new ways to move forward. My style is warm, empathic, and interactive—I believe in providing honest feedback and practical strategies that empower you to make meaningful changes.
Therapy with me is informed by psychodynamic, behavioral, mindfulness, family systems and person centered theories.
Making the decision to seek therapy can be scary, or sometimes you are ready to dive right in. Either way, I strive to create a safe, non judgmental space where you are respected and supported in exploring your thoughts, feelings and life experiences. I believe everyone possesses inherent worth, strengths and abilities and will work with you to uncover, rediscover, or refine these in order to live the life you want.
Therapy with me is informed by psychodynamic, behavioral, mindfulness, family systems and person centered theories.
Making the decision to seek therapy can be scary, or sometimes you are ready to dive right in. Either way, I strive to create a safe, non judgmental space where you are respected and supported in exploring your thoughts, feelings and life experiences. I believe everyone possesses inherent worth, strengths and abilities and will work with you to uncover, rediscover, or refine these in order to live the life you want.
Dr. Isabelle Ong Gaffney
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, NCC, RPT™
Verified Verified
Trinity, NC 27370 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing challenges in daily living that are impacting your relationships, work, and even things you used to enjoy doing? I have skillfully helped people overcome difficulties from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, irritability, low self-esteem, stress and trauma. Whether you have experienced one adverse event or compounded traumatic experiences over time, or just have not found success with other therapeutic modalities, I can help you find resolution to the past and discover hope in the future. I utilize a psychodynamic approach that flexibly incorporates ego states and advanced EMDR strategies.
Are you experiencing challenges in daily living that are impacting your relationships, work, and even things you used to enjoy doing? I have skillfully helped people overcome difficulties from anxiety, depression, grief and loss, irritability, low self-esteem, stress and trauma. Whether you have experienced one adverse event or compounded traumatic experiences over time, or just have not found success with other therapeutic modalities, I can help you find resolution to the past and discover hope in the future. I utilize a psychodynamic approach that flexibly incorporates ego states and advanced EMDR strategies.
I work with adolescents and adults and use an integrative approach that incorporates psychodynamic psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness meditation approaches and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Are you feeling anxious? Overwhelmed? Stuck? Have you been feeling depressed? Irritable? Unsure of how to feel better or move forward? Are you turning to coping skills that may work in the short-run but offer no long-term potential to help you develop confidence and resilience? If you are struggling with these issues, our work together can help you cultivate a more meaningful life when it comes to love, work, and play. Our work together will focus on developing the tools and the practical "know-how" so that you can meet the challenges of life with calmness and confidence and sustain this growth.
I work with adolescents and adults and use an integrative approach that incorporates psychodynamic psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness meditation approaches and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Are you feeling anxious? Overwhelmed? Stuck? Have you been feeling depressed? Irritable? Unsure of how to feel better or move forward? Are you turning to coping skills that may work in the short-run but offer no long-term potential to help you develop confidence and resilience? If you are struggling with these issues, our work together can help you cultivate a more meaningful life when it comes to love, work, and play. Our work together will focus on developing the tools and the practical "know-how" so that you can meet the challenges of life with calmness and confidence and sustain this growth.
Alexis Arzuaga
Counselor, MDiv, MA, LCMHC, LCASA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
I utilize a combination of psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and neuroscience-informed methods, such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy to help resolve underlying issues.
I entered the counseling profession to support individuals who are having difficulties facing life’s challenges. I have found that many people struggle because they have created unrealistic expectations about the support, relationships, and encouragement they need. I believe that as humanity becomes “busier,” life becomes more complicated, affecting relationships and how we see ourselves fitting in the world. Life is often full of difficult and complicated experiences that are difficult to overcome, especially without support. Ultimately, these difficulties distract us from pursuing what enriches our lives.
I utilize a combination of psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and neuroscience-informed methods, such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy to help resolve underlying issues.
I entered the counseling profession to support individuals who are having difficulties facing life’s challenges. I have found that many people struggle because they have created unrealistic expectations about the support, relationships, and encouragement they need. I believe that as humanity becomes “busier,” life becomes more complicated, affecting relationships and how we see ourselves fitting in the world. Life is often full of difficult and complicated experiences that are difficult to overcome, especially without support. Ultimately, these difficulties distract us from pursuing what enriches our lives.
I also utilize psychodynamic for identifying unconscious thought patterns and behaviors rooted in trauma.
Welcome to my practice! My primary focus is treating adults struggling with trauma. Traumatic experiences can cause individuals to relive past experiences. It can keep clients believing past narratives or trying to control future circumstances. I understand the struggle of outgrowing your trauma intellectually but when a trigger happens you still feel like that hurt inner child. Biologically, childhood trauma causes your brain to be wired differently depending on the stage of development when the trauma occurred. In treatment you will learn the why’s, how to find safety, and acceptance of all parts of yourself to heal as you are.
I also utilize psychodynamic for identifying unconscious thought patterns and behaviors rooted in trauma.
Welcome to my practice! My primary focus is treating adults struggling with trauma. Traumatic experiences can cause individuals to relive past experiences. It can keep clients believing past narratives or trying to control future circumstances. I understand the struggle of outgrowing your trauma intellectually but when a trigger happens you still feel like that hurt inner child. Biologically, childhood trauma causes your brain to be wired differently depending on the stage of development when the trauma occurred. In treatment you will learn the why’s, how to find safety, and acceptance of all parts of yourself to heal as you are.
Inner Love Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Whitsett, NC 27377 (Online Only)
I offer the following therapy techniques to help clients reach their goals and help get them to where they need to be in life: Faith based, Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, Rational Emotive, Humanistic, Person centered, Behavioral (systematic desensitization, aversion therapy, flooding), Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Life Coaching, and Couples.
I specialize in working with clients who are battling issues with depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, grief and loss, substance use, relationships, medical issues and difficulty coping with chronic health (kidney disease, cancer, etc), effects of trauma, feelings of worthlessness, being lost in life, self esteem, self love, goal setting, finding solutions, loneliness, and employment. I also help people who just need to vent and get it out (talk therapy). I also specialize in helping people use assertive communication to help better communication with others for the betterment of themselves for the present and the future.
I offer the following therapy techniques to help clients reach their goals and help get them to where they need to be in life: Faith based, Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, Rational Emotive, Humanistic, Person centered, Behavioral (systematic desensitization, aversion therapy, flooding), Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Life Coaching, and Couples.
I specialize in working with clients who are battling issues with depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, grief and loss, substance use, relationships, medical issues and difficulty coping with chronic health (kidney disease, cancer, etc), effects of trauma, feelings of worthlessness, being lost in life, self esteem, self love, goal setting, finding solutions, loneliness, and employment. I also help people who just need to vent and get it out (talk therapy). I also specialize in helping people use assertive communication to help better communication with others for the betterment of themselves for the present and the future.
Elizabeth Christy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSE, GC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27705 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Sex Educator, and Grief Counselor. I utilize a strengths-based approach to collaborate with Patients to reach their goals and improve their overall well-being. I work with each Patient to develop individualized treatment plans that support in reducing the impact of emotional and mental challenges across environments. I deeply believe in the healing power of connection through therapy and welcome the chance to meet with you.
I specialize in treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Sex Educator, and Grief Counselor. I utilize a strengths-based approach to collaborate with Patients to reach their goals and improve their overall well-being. I work with each Patient to develop individualized treatment plans that support in reducing the impact of emotional and mental challenges across environments. I deeply believe in the healing power of connection through therapy and welcome the chance to meet with you.
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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.