Psychoanalytic Therapists in New York, NY

I work with both individuals and couples, often those involved in the arts, but whether or not you call yourself an artist, the focus of work will be on how to bring more of your full self to a creative interaction with the world. You may be feeling anxious, depressed, or unsure of how to move forward in your life. My job is to help you pay attention to your own desires, to find your way through the confusion of other peoples expectations, and begin acting creatively on what you discover. New healthier choices begin the process of positive change.

Richard Karpe has been practicing psychoanalysis and psychotherapy for over 30 Years in NYC, first in Greenwich Village and now in midtown on the East Side. His colleagues hold him in high esteem for his distinctive approach to practicing psychoanalysis, "Experience has taught me that each person is unique and must be listened to in an open non-judgmental manner focusing on the singularity of their own life."

If you are looking for a psychotherapist, you have probably realized that the advice of even well-meaning significant others has not enabled you to make lasting changes. You have probably also realized that self-help books and do-it-yourself approaches have been insufficient ways of getting to the roots of your difficulties. You are probably experiencing emotional pain and feel dissatisfied with aspects of your life, such as work and relationships. You are motivated to make changes. You might even have realized that your difficulties are recurring and you might even have identified some patterns underlying your difficulties and choices.

Are you seeking non-judgmental, engaged and collaborative, solution-focused help? As a gender-conscious, cis male psychotherapist specializing in couples and individual therapy, I use both systemic and psychodynamic thinking to help a patient or couple understand their position(s), roles, and relationships, past and present. I honor self-determination and facilitate self-awareness, so that each person I work with can gain clarity, perspective, and relief.

All kinds of things bring people into therapy. Many of my clients are struggling with some kind of relationship issue, whether it’s a stressful workplace dynamic, a conflict with a partner, friends or family, or challenges navigating the dating world. Many also feel stuck in some indescribable way – in their careers, with unhealthy habits or with feeling like they’re somehow not in the driver’s seat. I see myself as a facilitator and a guide. I’ll help you understand all the different parts of yourself, connect you to your inner voice, and learn to recognize the relationship patterns you find yourself repeating.

Do you lie awake at night, wondering why happiness is so elusive?Are you anxious about something - or about nothing. Why do you feel the way you do? And can it ever be different ? As a compassionate, caring and experienced therapist with over thirty years in private practice, it is my goal to engage with your fears and worries, your hopes and desires. If you feel as if you are under water, the dynamic process of psychotherapy can bring you back to the surface, lighter, no longer caught under the heavy weight of the past or in the trap of patterned thinking.

Psychotherapy and psychoanalysis can be instrumental in enhancing your self esteem, quieting depressive thoughts, unlocking your creativity, improving your relationships and helping you lead a happier, more fulfilling life. I lean toward a self-psychological approach that centers on mutuality, self inquiry and empathic encounter. I work with clients from all walks of life, including academics, artists, writers, executives, couples/ same sex couples, people going through important life transitions, and people of different faiths, be it buddhist, christian or secular-spiritual. I also work with children.

I have been in practice for over 25 years and find my work very rewarding. I believe that therapy can help people feel more confident about their place in the world--more confident that the balance of goodness within themselves will allow them to go forward with their lives. I feel respect and gratitude towards my patients; their readiness to explore their areas of vulnerability has helped me to understand similar vulnerabilities within myself. I have learned from many sources; in this sense my approach is eclectic. It is important to tailor frequency and duration of treatment for each patient.

I am a Columbia University-trained psychotherapist with over 11 years of experience. I believe that we begin to heal through relationships. I work with individuals to bring choice back to their lives. I also work with couples to find a new way of being together. My background is in working with adult and children trauma survivors. I have postgraduate training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I hold a three year postgraduate certificate in couples therapy. I am also trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. I am the owner of the group practice, Manhattan Therapy (manhattantherapy.com).

I am an experienced, well-trained psychotherapist. I help patients to feel in control of their lives through self-awareness. My ability to provide a warm, safe environment allows patients to gain insight into themselves, thereby improving the quality of their relationship with others. I have 30+ years of practice and have graduated from training institutes in both psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis.

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU, VIA TELETHERAPY, DURING THE CRISIS. These are challenging times. The loneliness of social isolation, the disruption to normal routines, widespread illness, job and financial insecurity, and the strain on intimate relationships all take an emotional toll. It can be hard to bear, and even harder to sort out. Now more than ever, people find that talking to a trained professional helps. The Consultation and Referral Service of the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies is offering affordable teletherapy during the crisis.

Experience has taught me that there is no single script for a successful therapeutic endeavor. You bring to each encounter exactly what you are experiencing in the moment. You may arrive looking for clarity, healing, or hope. Our task is to clear some space to enable new thoughts and perspectives to emerge. Insight can lead to change, but not always in a straight line. Our ongoing conversation is the place of discovery, dynamic struggle, and meaning making, all of which contribute to new ways of relating and perceiving.

Psychotherapy is a process of self-discovery that will help you connect with your inner life, unbind from the past, and live fully in the present. As you learn about and acknowledge different aspects of yourself, you will find rough spots, as well as resources. All parts of your experience play important roles and we can understand what has been useful, what parts might be modified, as well as parts that offer strength and support that can be built upon. These discoveries remove potential obstacles to your growth and open avenues for connection and well-being.

Psychotherapy can help you to develop greater self awareness, deepen connections with others, and create a personally meaningful life. I see myself as a concerned and nonjudgmental partner in this process. I try to foster an atmosphere of safety in which you experience a sense of freedom to think and feel. Maybe you are having trouble adjusting to a new change or are feeling stuck; perhaps you repeatedly find yourself in unhappy relationships or conflicts at work. It may be that your familiar assumptions and modes of behaving, which originally developed out of need, are no longer working for you.

I have worked for over 15 years with children, adolescents, and adults on issues ranging from anxiety, depression, eating disorders, body image issues, trauma, relationship, identity, and work difficulties. Additional experience in community mental health clinics, hospitals, group homes, and the Washington, D.C. Superior Courts have prepared me to help a diverse multiethnic and international population.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I work to help people make changes in how they lead their lives and experience themselves. Trained in psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and psychoanalytic theories, I help people address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders and relationship problems. My approach is collaborative, empathic, and supportive.

My name is Stephen McNulty. I'm a Licenced Clinical Social Worker and a psychoanalytically trained psychotherapist. I'm a graduate of New York University and hold an advanced Certificate in Clinical Social Work. I'm also a graduate of the Washington Square Institute for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy.

I have been practicing supportive, insight oriented psychotherapy and psychoanalysis for close to 20 years. The main premise that guides my work is based on my belief that every problem has a reason and represents an attempt to solve a problem. In other words, as much as one is motivated and interested in changing and growing, oftentimes inner forces resist them. With guidance one becomes aware of the underlying sources of his or her difficulties. Inner awareness provides more relief from life's struggles than one can ever receive from homework assignments, suggestions, or advice from friends or professionals.

I believe that each of us is endowed with a fundamental striving to grow. However, in life's journey we encounter both joy and sorrow. What is important is how we negotiate these experiences. If you are feeling undermined from negative attitudes or facing difficult challenges, help is available through a safe, in-depth psychoanalytic psychotherapy experience. We will explore the relational origins of harmful self-feelings and painful experiences to seek new pathways to enhance your sense of wellbeing. In psychotherapy, we will embark on an in-depth reflective adventure together to facilitate your growth to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

I'm a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Tribeca, New York City. I was born and raised in Scotland, and have a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Glasgow. I came to New York City on a Fulbright Scholarship Grant and studied at Bellevue Hospital and NYU-Medical Center. I then completed the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program at the Contemporary Freudian Society. Presently I am at the NYU Post-Doctoral Program for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis. I use Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, particularly Relational Psychotherapy, and I specialize in work with adults with anxiety, depression, loss, and relationship issues.