Psychoanalytic Therapists in Astoria, NY
Issues around intimacy, loss, trust and shame are often central in my work with both individuals and couples. Through our dialogues about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, you will gain new perspectives that end harmful repetitions. I encourage compassion and mastery over negative thinking, and believe these practices improve your relationship to yourself and others. I aim to provide a caring, honest, and illuminating environment in which you feel heard and understood. I offer thoughtful engagement with your past and present circumstances and believe in a “partnership" model rather than an "authority" model.
Issues around intimacy, loss, trust and shame are often central in my work with both individuals and couples. Through our dialogues about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, you will gain new perspectives that end harmful repetitions. I encourage compassion and mastery over negative thinking, and believe these practices improve your relationship to yourself and others. I aim to provide a caring, honest, and illuminating environment in which you feel heard and understood. I offer thoughtful engagement with your past and present circumstances and believe in a “partnership" model rather than an "authority" model.
Are you struggling with questions and concerns about life and living or repeating behaviors that are no longer working for you? Are you searching for meaning or facing a major life change? I am a thoughtful, caring clinician, who is dedicated to helping people examine thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns that contribute to how they feel and experience their lives. I believe that therapy is a process of building trust, examining patterns, connecting past and present, and developing skills and strategies for making desired changes and improving quality of life.
Are you struggling with questions and concerns about life and living or repeating behaviors that are no longer working for you? Are you searching for meaning or facing a major life change? I am a thoughtful, caring clinician, who is dedicated to helping people examine thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns that contribute to how they feel and experience their lives. I believe that therapy is a process of building trust, examining patterns, connecting past and present, and developing skills and strategies for making desired changes and improving quality of life.
Has your journey through life involved loss or adversity that's left you feeling hopeless or overwhelmed? After over 20 years exploring the human experience through the performing arts, my own journey led me to social work and psychotherapy. I've come to learn that no human life can be summed up in a label or a diagnosis; like any compelling character, our stories are nuanced and layered, shaped by personal, social, environmental, and historical factors. It can be lot to make sense of on our own. But making sense of our story and telling it to a receptive listener can be a powerfully healing experience.
Has your journey through life involved loss or adversity that's left you feeling hopeless or overwhelmed? After over 20 years exploring the human experience through the performing arts, my own journey led me to social work and psychotherapy. I've come to learn that no human life can be summed up in a label or a diagnosis; like any compelling character, our stories are nuanced and layered, shaped by personal, social, environmental, and historical factors. It can be lot to make sense of on our own. But making sense of our story and telling it to a receptive listener can be a powerfully healing experience.
Hello! I am dedicated to establishing an authentic connection and creating a safe space for you to begin/continue your process of growth and healing through self-discovery. While each person is unique, our time together will focus on working collaboratively on your individual needs & goals. In meeting you exactly where you are with empathy and intuition, we will work towards exploring what is at the core of your struggle and develop the elements and tools needed to meet these needs and goals.
Hello! I am dedicated to establishing an authentic connection and creating a safe space for you to begin/continue your process of growth and healing through self-discovery. While each person is unique, our time together will focus on working collaboratively on your individual needs & goals. In meeting you exactly where you are with empathy and intuition, we will work towards exploring what is at the core of your struggle and develop the elements and tools needed to meet these needs and goals.
Maybe you are the one who keeps going, keeps showing up, and keeps holding everything together, but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in the same painful patterns. You might struggle with trauma, low self-worth, relationship stress, ADHD-related overwhelm, or feeling disconnected from yourself. You want relief, clarity, healthier boundaries, and a way to feel more grounded, confident, and like yourself again.
Maybe you are the one who keeps going, keeps showing up, and keeps holding everything together, but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in the same painful patterns. You might struggle with trauma, low self-worth, relationship stress, ADHD-related overwhelm, or feeling disconnected from yourself. You want relief, clarity, healthier boundaries, and a way to feel more grounded, confident, and like yourself again.
When looking at my page, there are a few questions you should keep in mind. Does she seem experienced or knowledgeable in my specific concerns? Will she be able to work in a way that works best with my own brain and heart? Would I be interested in a therapist that talks about societal norms and how it impacts my life? Would I like to work with someone who is energetic and can make jokes? Do I want a therapist that believes in me and offers empathy in every question? As you read my profile, think of these questions, be honest, be brave. And if you say “yes”, reach out for an appointment!
When looking at my page, there are a few questions you should keep in mind. Does she seem experienced or knowledgeable in my specific concerns? Will she be able to work in a way that works best with my own brain and heart? Would I be interested in a therapist that talks about societal norms and how it impacts my life? Would I like to work with someone who is energetic and can make jokes? Do I want a therapist that believes in me and offers empathy in every question? As you read my profile, think of these questions, be honest, be brave. And if you say “yes”, reach out for an appointment!
My therapeutic approach integrates mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and psychoanalytic insight to help you understand and transform these patterns from the inside out.
We will work on helping you feel more empowered by obtaining a better awareness of your patterns and triggers. I have experience working with people in the arts and the stressors that come with being in the industry. I also have experience with the LGBTQ+ community.
My therapeutic approach integrates mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and psychoanalytic insight to help you understand and transform these patterns from the inside out.
We will work on helping you feel more empowered by obtaining a better awareness of your patterns and triggers. I have experience working with people in the arts and the stressors that come with being in the industry. I also have experience with the LGBTQ+ community.
I tailor therapy to the needs of each individual, drawing from a broad range of approaches—including psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed work—to support meaningful change.
I work with clients who want to understand why they feel stuck—so they can break out of old patterns and move toward a more fulfilling life. Many people come to me when something in their lives no longer feels workable: relationships, career paths, or internal experiences may feel repetitive, confusing, or unsatisfying. Others can’t name what’s wrong exactly, but they know they’re ready to figure it out. Therapy can help you make sense of what's been getting in your way, so you can move forward with greater ease and clarity.
I tailor therapy to the needs of each individual, drawing from a broad range of approaches—including psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed work—to support meaningful change.
I work with clients who want to understand why they feel stuck—so they can break out of old patterns and move toward a more fulfilling life. Many people come to me when something in their lives no longer feels workable: relationships, career paths, or internal experiences may feel repetitive, confusing, or unsatisfying. Others can’t name what’s wrong exactly, but they know they’re ready to figure it out. Therapy can help you make sense of what's been getting in your way, so you can move forward with greater ease and clarity.
Dr. René Gilberto Vázquez del Valle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I employ both psychoanalytic and cognitive behavioral techniques within a mutually agreed upon treatment plan.
My ideal client is a person who wants to succeed in life, by becoming aware of their mind, body and spirit interactions and how to utilize this awareness in their intimate relationships. Their issues can be improving their self esteem, overcoming past traumas, and developing their emotional, intellectual and sexual connections with others. If you strive to have better relationships and/or safeguard your current relationship, I can offer you the understanding and techniques of how to do so. I can do this without years of therapy, in a short term focused way that addresses how to overcome struggles fast and effectively.
I employ both psychoanalytic and cognitive behavioral techniques within a mutually agreed upon treatment plan.
My ideal client is a person who wants to succeed in life, by becoming aware of their mind, body and spirit interactions and how to utilize this awareness in their intimate relationships. Their issues can be improving their self esteem, overcoming past traumas, and developing their emotional, intellectual and sexual connections with others. If you strive to have better relationships and/or safeguard your current relationship, I can offer you the understanding and techniques of how to do so. I can do this without years of therapy, in a short term focused way that addresses how to overcome struggles fast and effectively.
I work with individuals and couples facing a variety of issues including uncertainty, grief, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and life transitions. As a psychodynamic therapist, I help to uncover the beliefs, fears, and patterns that are quietly keeping you stuck, distressed, or unfulfilled. I believe that good therapy goes beyond learning coping skills and making behavior changes to get at the underlying causes of distress, facilitating self-awareness, stronger relationships, and renewed purpose.
I work with individuals and couples facing a variety of issues including uncertainty, grief, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and life transitions. As a psychodynamic therapist, I help to uncover the beliefs, fears, and patterns that are quietly keeping you stuck, distressed, or unfulfilled. I believe that good therapy goes beyond learning coping skills and making behavior changes to get at the underlying causes of distress, facilitating self-awareness, stronger relationships, and renewed purpose.
We provide individual, virtual psychotherapy sessions, pulling from the psychoanalytic teachings of Freud, along with modern techniques.
Anxiety, depression, identity issues, self worth and self esteem are all things we struggle with through our life. It is important to feel confident about yourself and who you are to achieve success. Therapy is a great way to explore these issues, causes and why we function the way we do. I work with many clients who struggle with these issues and through our work they found new ways to gain success in their lives.
We provide individual, virtual psychotherapy sessions, pulling from the psychoanalytic teachings of Freud, along with modern techniques.
Anxiety, depression, identity issues, self worth and self esteem are all things we struggle with through our life. It is important to feel confident about yourself and who you are to achieve success. Therapy is a great way to explore these issues, causes and why we function the way we do. I work with many clients who struggle with these issues and through our work they found new ways to gain success in their lives.
In a psychoanalytic treatment, we work not only with what is on the surface, but also with what lies beyond conscious awareness, such as dreams, desires, patterns, slips of the tongue, unspoken familial expectations, and intergenerational traumas.
So many of us feel like the world is constantly telling us everything needs a quick fix so we can feel joyful, productive, and fulfilled at all times. This reduces the complexity of the human experience to unrealistic and superficial ideals of well-being. In turn, this leads to more suffering and can alienate us from who we are.
In a psychoanalytic treatment, we work not only with what is on the surface, but also with what lies beyond conscious awareness, such as dreams, desires, patterns, slips of the tongue, unspoken familial expectations, and intergenerational traumas.
So many of us feel like the world is constantly telling us everything needs a quick fix so we can feel joyful, productive, and fulfilled at all times. This reduces the complexity of the human experience to unrealistic and superficial ideals of well-being. In turn, this leads to more suffering and can alienate us from who we are.
I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as psychoanalytic, interpretative, mindfulness-based practices, or psychodynamic approaches, tailoring my interventions based on what resonates with each client.
Everyone has the ability to change and grow, and therapy can be a powerful tool in this process.
Being a strong believer in the transformative power of self-discovery and the healing potential of understanding one’s inner world with a warm and compassionate approach, I offer a safe space for individuals seeking to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors through the lens of psychoanalysis.
Whether you are looking for short-term support or a more in-depth exploration of your psyche, I am committed to guide you on your journey toward self-understanding and emotional well-being.
I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as psychoanalytic, interpretative, mindfulness-based practices, or psychodynamic approaches, tailoring my interventions based on what resonates with each client.
Everyone has the ability to change and grow, and therapy can be a powerful tool in this process.
Being a strong believer in the transformative power of self-discovery and the healing potential of understanding one’s inner world with a warm and compassionate approach, I offer a safe space for individuals seeking to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors through the lens of psychoanalysis.
Whether you are looking for short-term support or a more in-depth exploration of your psyche, I am committed to guide you on your journey toward self-understanding and emotional well-being.
It is normal to sometimes feel confused, scared, angry, empty, stuck or overwhelmed by our ever changing life circumstances. I am here to support you and create a safe, accepting space dedicated to your needs, whether you are seeking to process past or current experiences, learn coping techniques, challenge negative patterns, establish healthy boundaries, or improve your relationships with self and others.
It is normal to sometimes feel confused, scared, angry, empty, stuck or overwhelmed by our ever changing life circumstances. I am here to support you and create a safe, accepting space dedicated to your needs, whether you are seeking to process past or current experiences, learn coping techniques, challenge negative patterns, establish healthy boundaries, or improve your relationships with self and others.
I work with clients who look like they have it all "together" but are quietly struggling to keep it together.
Life can feel nonstop and overwhelming. There is always something to do, respond to, or catch up on. You feel either buried in responsibilities or avoid them just to get a break—neither brings real relief, and the cycle continues.
Over time, this starts to affect your mood, energy, and relationships. You feel more irritable, drained, or less patient with others. Even simple tasks can start to feel heavy, and motivation can drop. For many, this has quietly become their normal, but doesn't need to be your normal.
I work with clients who look like they have it all "together" but are quietly struggling to keep it together.
Life can feel nonstop and overwhelming. There is always something to do, respond to, or catch up on. You feel either buried in responsibilities or avoid them just to get a break—neither brings real relief, and the cycle continues.
Over time, this starts to affect your mood, energy, and relationships. You feel more irritable, drained, or less patient with others. Even simple tasks can start to feel heavy, and motivation can drop. For many, this has quietly become their normal, but doesn't need to be your normal.
Grief transforms us. So does divorce, relationship loss, and major life transitions.
You may be mourning the loss of a loved one, navigating the end of a relationship, struggling with difficult family dynamics, adjusting to parenthood, facing infertility, or trying to make sense of a chapter of life that didn't unfold as expected. During these periods, it's common to feel overwhelmed, stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from yourself.
Grief transforms us. So does divorce, relationship loss, and major life transitions.
You may be mourning the loss of a loved one, navigating the end of a relationship, struggling with difficult family dynamics, adjusting to parenthood, facing infertility, or trying to make sense of a chapter of life that didn't unfold as expected. During these periods, it's common to feel overwhelmed, stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from yourself.
My clients are often creative individuals and helping professionals- people who are great at showing up for everyone else, but struggle to show up for themselves. With over a decade of experience providing therapy in New York I have found that therapy works best with a dose of humor and playfulness. As a therapist my goal is to build a connection that feels warm and deeply attuned. I find that only then do my clients feel comfortable exploring the difficult issues - “the shit” that brought them to therapy to begin with, because a little light helps everyone be less afraid of the dark.
My clients are often creative individuals and helping professionals- people who are great at showing up for everyone else, but struggle to show up for themselves. With over a decade of experience providing therapy in New York I have found that therapy works best with a dose of humor and playfulness. As a therapist my goal is to build a connection that feels warm and deeply attuned. I find that only then do my clients feel comfortable exploring the difficult issues - “the shit” that brought them to therapy to begin with, because a little light helps everyone be less afraid of the dark.
Do you feel like you have little control over your thoughts? Do you have difficulty sharing and making sense of your feelings? These issues may be the result of limited self-awareness, and/or challenges managing and regulating your emotions. These challenges can sometimes lead to difficulty managing conflict in your relationships with others whether at home/work/socially. Seeking support through therapy is an excellent first step. Therapy can help you gain insight and awareness on how past experiences affect your current relationships and behavior patterns.
Do you feel like you have little control over your thoughts? Do you have difficulty sharing and making sense of your feelings? These issues may be the result of limited self-awareness, and/or challenges managing and regulating your emotions. These challenges can sometimes lead to difficulty managing conflict in your relationships with others whether at home/work/socially. Seeking support through therapy is an excellent first step. Therapy can help you gain insight and awareness on how past experiences affect your current relationships and behavior patterns.
Everyone experiences emotions and situations in life that can be overwhelming, burdening, and anxiety-ridden. Many of these symptoms reflect inner conflicts and desires, but also early attachment patterns. Talking to a professional can help you develop insight and change patterns. My training as a psychodynamic psychotherapist and my previous work in neuroscience have shaped my practice philosophy. I believe that we naturally strive toward growth, safety and making relationships fulfilling. I provide a space where we can explore emotional conflicts, and make meaning of them--the basis for change and developing healthier ways of coping.
Everyone experiences emotions and situations in life that can be overwhelming, burdening, and anxiety-ridden. Many of these symptoms reflect inner conflicts and desires, but also early attachment patterns. Talking to a professional can help you develop insight and change patterns. My training as a psychodynamic psychotherapist and my previous work in neuroscience have shaped my practice philosophy. I believe that we naturally strive toward growth, safety and making relationships fulfilling. I provide a space where we can explore emotional conflicts, and make meaning of them--the basis for change and developing healthier ways of coping.
I am a NYS-licensed Psychoanalyst, a Certified Psychoanalyst through the Contemporary Freudian Society of New York, and a member of the International Psychoanalytic Association.
We all face difficult times in our lives, regardless of our age. Some individuals decide to confront these challenges on their own, while others choose to share their thoughts, worries, pain, anger, and frustrations with someone who can support them in resolving their conflicts. Engaging in therapy can profoundly change a person's life, but it requires a genuine desire and willingness to do so.Haroula is a Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychoanalysis at BGSP, a New York State Licensed Psychoanalyst, and a Certified Psychoanalyst at CFS-NY. She works with children, adults, and couples grappling with mental health issues.
I am a NYS-licensed Psychoanalyst, a Certified Psychoanalyst through the Contemporary Freudian Society of New York, and a member of the International Psychoanalytic Association.
We all face difficult times in our lives, regardless of our age. Some individuals decide to confront these challenges on their own, while others choose to share their thoughts, worries, pain, anger, and frustrations with someone who can support them in resolving their conflicts. Engaging in therapy can profoundly change a person's life, but it requires a genuine desire and willingness to do so.Haroula is a Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychoanalysis at BGSP, a New York State Licensed Psychoanalyst, and a Certified Psychoanalyst at CFS-NY. She works with children, adults, and couples grappling with mental health issues.
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