Psychodynamic Therapists in Aspinwall, PA
You’ve likely spent years trying to understand yourself. Staying up late analyzing your emotions, researching trauma, replaying conversations, and trying to figure out why you feel anxious, fearful, and overstimulated. Despite all of that awareness, something still feels unresolved. Perhaps you’ve been in therapy before and haven’t found the relief you were hoping for by talking about your problems. Insight alone isn’t enough to heal. What may help is a mind/body approach aimed at re-wiring your thoughts and beliefs. If you want to try processing in a different way that works directly with the subconcious mind and body, I can help.
You’ve likely spent years trying to understand yourself. Staying up late analyzing your emotions, researching trauma, replaying conversations, and trying to figure out why you feel anxious, fearful, and overstimulated. Despite all of that awareness, something still feels unresolved. Perhaps you’ve been in therapy before and haven’t found the relief you were hoping for by talking about your problems. Insight alone isn’t enough to heal. What may help is a mind/body approach aimed at re-wiring your thoughts and beliefs. If you want to try processing in a different way that works directly with the subconcious mind and body, I can help.
I have been in full-time practice as a clinical social worker/psychotherapist since 1969, and practiced in both hospital and agency psychiatric settings for over 15 years, in addition to maintaining a private practice. Throughout my career, I have provided numerous national and regional training seminars and workshops for MH professionals on women's issues; the chronically mentally ill; dual-diagnosed populations; and group psychotherapy modalities, and have also published in these areas. I have an eclectic style that encourages a flexible and collaborative working partnership which reflects the needs, goals, and personal context of the individual person.
I have been in full-time practice as a clinical social worker/psychotherapist since 1969, and practiced in both hospital and agency psychiatric settings for over 15 years, in addition to maintaining a private practice. Throughout my career, I have provided numerous national and regional training seminars and workshops for MH professionals on women's issues; the chronically mentally ill; dual-diagnosed populations; and group psychotherapy modalities, and have also published in these areas. I have an eclectic style that encourages a flexible and collaborative working partnership which reflects the needs, goals, and personal context of the individual person.
I am a compassionate therapist offering MBCT, CBT, couples guidance, and support for teen anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, phobias, personality concerns, and healthy aging. I help clients build resilience, strengthen coping, and improve relationships through personalized, evidence-based care. My approach nurtures insight, emotional balance, and lasting growth, guiding clients toward confidence, well-being, and meaningful change in their daily lives today.
I am a compassionate therapist offering MBCT, CBT, couples guidance, and support for teen anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, phobias, personality concerns, and healthy aging. I help clients build resilience, strengthen coping, and improve relationships through personalized, evidence-based care. My approach nurtures insight, emotional balance, and lasting growth, guiding clients toward confidence, well-being, and meaningful change in their daily lives today.
I train and supervise therapists in relational psychodynamic psychotherapy and have co-authored peer-reviewed research on the importance of identity-affirming, neuroinclusive care.
You absolutely can heal, and finding the right therapist usually starts with a feeling: an intuitive sense that this person may be able to help. Competence in your specific areas of concern helps, too: people with anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, career stress, attachment difficulties, abandonment fears, and complex dissociative conditions, including DID, will find an experienced, compassionate witness. I enjoy working with older adults and young folks in equal measure. Opening a space where you can speak freely will help you heal, and your words won't meet cold silence or judgement.
I train and supervise therapists in relational psychodynamic psychotherapy and have co-authored peer-reviewed research on the importance of identity-affirming, neuroinclusive care.
You absolutely can heal, and finding the right therapist usually starts with a feeling: an intuitive sense that this person may be able to help. Competence in your specific areas of concern helps, too: people with anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, career stress, attachment difficulties, abandonment fears, and complex dissociative conditions, including DID, will find an experienced, compassionate witness. I enjoy working with older adults and young folks in equal measure. Opening a space where you can speak freely will help you heal, and your words won't meet cold silence or judgement.
Are you ready to make venting productive? Don’t get me wrong. I fully support a good, unfiltered brain-dump filled with all the expletives imaginable. There’s definitely a place for that, but therapy isn’t just about putting your dumpster fire on a weekly subscription plan. It’s a place to feel heard, get honest, and find the damn extinguisher so you can start getting unstuck!
Are you ready to make venting productive? Don’t get me wrong. I fully support a good, unfiltered brain-dump filled with all the expletives imaginable. There’s definitely a place for that, but therapy isn’t just about putting your dumpster fire on a weekly subscription plan. It’s a place to feel heard, get honest, and find the damn extinguisher so you can start getting unstuck!
I am trained in somatic experiencing and psychodynamic therapy.
Do you feel that no matter how much you understand yourself you still struggle to change and to heal? Do you feel like you're not able to be your best self in your relationships or with your work? Do you need a safe place to heal from trauma? Please know that you are not alone
I am trained in somatic experiencing and psychodynamic therapy.
Do you feel that no matter how much you understand yourself you still struggle to change and to heal? Do you feel like you're not able to be your best self in your relationships or with your work? Do you need a safe place to heal from trauma? Please know that you are not alone
Barbara is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in Mental Health Counseling. Barbara received her Master's Degree from Slippery Rock University in Psychology. Her counseling approach is eclectic in nature and adjusted to meet the existing needs of the client in relationship to their own individual developmental needs.
Barbara is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in Mental Health Counseling. Barbara received her Master's Degree from Slippery Rock University in Psychology. Her counseling approach is eclectic in nature and adjusted to meet the existing needs of the client in relationship to their own individual developmental needs.
My style of therapy blends psychodynamic, feminist, somatic parts-work and sensorimotor psychotherapy practices.
As a licensed psychologist, I am experienced in providing care to clients facing difficulties related to trauma, life transitions (including pregnancy and parenting), relationship difficulties, anxiety, and depression. I work with adults at all ages, and I have specialized experience with childhood trauma, independence challenges, family concerns, and identity issues. Regardless of the reasons you are seeking help, your treatment will be collaborative and sustainable. I will guide you through each step of your progress while honoring your unique worldview, values and culture.
My style of therapy blends psychodynamic, feminist, somatic parts-work and sensorimotor psychotherapy practices.
As a licensed psychologist, I am experienced in providing care to clients facing difficulties related to trauma, life transitions (including pregnancy and parenting), relationship difficulties, anxiety, and depression. I work with adults at all ages, and I have specialized experience with childhood trauma, independence challenges, family concerns, and identity issues. Regardless of the reasons you are seeking help, your treatment will be collaborative and sustainable. I will guide you through each step of your progress while honoring your unique worldview, values and culture.
Joy B
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
My approach is relational, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive.
Psychotherapy is a unique journey, a journey that I am committed to taking with you. We often feel stuck in recurring patterns-in our relationships, work, family dynamics, or even how we may relate to ourselves. Sometimes our struggles are with anxiety, identity concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma, self-doubt, or life transitions, Together, we can explore not only what is happening in the present, but also the experiences and relationships that have shaped who you are. My goal is to help my clients develop greater self-understanding, self-compassion, and more meaningful ways of connecting with themselves and others.
My approach is relational, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive.
Psychotherapy is a unique journey, a journey that I am committed to taking with you. We often feel stuck in recurring patterns-in our relationships, work, family dynamics, or even how we may relate to ourselves. Sometimes our struggles are with anxiety, identity concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma, self-doubt, or life transitions, Together, we can explore not only what is happening in the present, but also the experiences and relationships that have shaped who you are. My goal is to help my clients develop greater self-understanding, self-compassion, and more meaningful ways of connecting with themselves and others.
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Let’s slow down together, tune into your body’s wisdom, and listen to what your emotions are trying to tell you. In our work, you’ll learn to regulate your nervous system, release patterns that keep you stuck, and reconnect with the parts of yourself longing to be seen. My style is calm, intuitive, and deeply compassionate. I draw on somatic and mindfulness-based approaches, including the Hakomi Method of Mindful Somatic Therapy, to help you move through challenges gently yet powerfully. This is a space for authentic healing—where you feel supported, grounded, and free to be your whole self.
Let’s slow down together, tune into your body’s wisdom, and listen to what your emotions are trying to tell you. In our work, you’ll learn to regulate your nervous system, release patterns that keep you stuck, and reconnect with the parts of yourself longing to be seen. My style is calm, intuitive, and deeply compassionate. I draw on somatic and mindfulness-based approaches, including the Hakomi Method of Mindful Somatic Therapy, to help you move through challenges gently yet powerfully. This is a space for authentic healing—where you feel supported, grounded, and free to be your whole self.
Being human is hard - especially when old patterns keep surfacing in your relationships and inner world unresolved. Maybe you overthink conversations, struggle to set boundaries, find yourself people-pleasing, or feel emotionally exhausted by relationships. Maybe you're sensitive, and have a tendency to put everyone else before yourself. You know something needs to change, but it still feels out of reach.
I work with people who long for something different but don't yet believe they can have it. I endeavor not to give answers - I help people reconnect with themselves experientially so that their own answers guide them.
Being human is hard - especially when old patterns keep surfacing in your relationships and inner world unresolved. Maybe you overthink conversations, struggle to set boundaries, find yourself people-pleasing, or feel emotionally exhausted by relationships. Maybe you're sensitive, and have a tendency to put everyone else before yourself. You know something needs to change, but it still feels out of reach.
I work with people who long for something different but don't yet believe they can have it. I endeavor not to give answers - I help people reconnect with themselves experientially so that their own answers guide them.
I enjoy working with people of all kinds, but I work best with people that are ready to engage in therapy with active participation. I work best with people that are able to be vulnerable, trusting, and not necessarily looking for easy answers to complicated issues. I value mutual respect, openness, and a desire to be a positive part of our world.
I enjoy working with people of all kinds, but I work best with people that are ready to engage in therapy with active participation. I work best with people that are able to be vulnerable, trusting, and not necessarily looking for easy answers to complicated issues. I value mutual respect, openness, and a desire to be a positive part of our world.
As a somatic, relational Gestalt practitioner/trainer, EMDR Consultant, Energy Psychology practitioner, spiritual guide, meditation teacher, and hypnotherapist, I offer an embodied and integrated approach to therapeutic coaching, consultation, and teaching. With 30+ years of training and experience in the healing/therapeutic arts, I offer compassionate, supportive, nonjudgmental guidance and support. My clients describe me as warm, insightful, gentle but direct, attuned, caring, and having a great sense of humor. Together, we will explore your strengths and challenges, clarify your goals, and empower you to make meaningful change.
As a somatic, relational Gestalt practitioner/trainer, EMDR Consultant, Energy Psychology practitioner, spiritual guide, meditation teacher, and hypnotherapist, I offer an embodied and integrated approach to therapeutic coaching, consultation, and teaching. With 30+ years of training and experience in the healing/therapeutic arts, I offer compassionate, supportive, nonjudgmental guidance and support. My clients describe me as warm, insightful, gentle but direct, attuned, caring, and having a great sense of humor. Together, we will explore your strengths and challenges, clarify your goals, and empower you to make meaningful change.
Kaitlin Joyce Therapy & Consulting,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, NATC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you successful and smart but constantly feel inadequate or filled with shame? Is the critical voice in your head so loud that nothing is ever good enough? Do you walk on eggshells and constantly overanalyze? You are a capable adult who has survived childhood abuse, neglect or narcissistic abuse. Despite years of trying to be "perfect", you still feel like you are doing it wrong. You struggle with people pleasing, numbing out or use external success to try and fill you up. You startle easily and are hypervigilant in order to feel safe. You are not alone and I can help.
Are you successful and smart but constantly feel inadequate or filled with shame? Is the critical voice in your head so loud that nothing is ever good enough? Do you walk on eggshells and constantly overanalyze? You are a capable adult who has survived childhood abuse, neglect or narcissistic abuse. Despite years of trying to be "perfect", you still feel like you are doing it wrong. You struggle with people pleasing, numbing out or use external success to try and fill you up. You startle easily and are hypervigilant in order to feel safe. You are not alone and I can help.
Both teletherapy and in-office appointments are available. We are in-network providers for both Highmark (excluding Medicaid plans) and UPMC (excluding UPMC for You). We also accept most Optum, UBH, and Aetna plans. In addition to regular office hours, evening appointments are available. Our practice is staffed by 7 experienced, licensed PhD- and Master's-level psychologists and therapists. Call 412-367-1481, ext. 1.
Both teletherapy and in-office appointments are available. We are in-network providers for both Highmark (excluding Medicaid plans) and UPMC (excluding UPMC for You). We also accept most Optum, UBH, and Aetna plans. In addition to regular office hours, evening appointments are available. Our practice is staffed by 7 experienced, licensed PhD- and Master's-level psychologists and therapists. Call 412-367-1481, ext. 1.
I integrate EMDR, CBT, psychodynamic principles, and somatic experiences, and remain committed to ongoing education to provide ethical, and effective treatment.
My name is Elizabeth Cleary, LPC. I work with adults, often women, who appear capable and put-together on the outside but privately struggle with anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion.
You may feel stuck in constant overthinking, questioning yourself, or worrying about how you're coming across to others. Maybe you people-please, over-function, or hold everything in until it becomes too much. Even small interactions leave you emotionally drained. You understand your patterns, yet still feel stuck. Together, we'll work to heal the root causes, build self-trust, and create lasting change, not just temporary relief.
I integrate EMDR, CBT, psychodynamic principles, and somatic experiences, and remain committed to ongoing education to provide ethical, and effective treatment.
My name is Elizabeth Cleary, LPC. I work with adults, often women, who appear capable and put-together on the outside but privately struggle with anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion.
You may feel stuck in constant overthinking, questioning yourself, or worrying about how you're coming across to others. Maybe you people-please, over-function, or hold everything in until it becomes too much. Even small interactions leave you emotionally drained. You understand your patterns, yet still feel stuck. Together, we'll work to heal the root causes, build self-trust, and create lasting change, not just temporary relief.
If your child or teen is struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or behavioral challenges, therapy can help them build the skills they need to feel more confident and capable. I was trained at Harvard Medical School’s McLean Hospital and use evidence-based treatments to support children and teens with OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I also provide parent coaching to help parents build effective parenting strategies. In addition to my work with children and teens, I support women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and fertility challenges.
If your child or teen is struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or behavioral challenges, therapy can help them build the skills they need to feel more confident and capable. I was trained at Harvard Medical School’s McLean Hospital and use evidence-based treatments to support children and teens with OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I also provide parent coaching to help parents build effective parenting strategies. In addition to my work with children and teens, I support women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and fertility challenges.
My counseling approach is rooted in relational psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on themes from early childhood and how they show up in your life today.
I draw from a variety of approaches, including attachment-based therapy, family systems work, liberation psychology, Internal Family Systems (informed, not certified), DBT, and Narrative Therapy. Each person brings unique concerns and needs, and I am committed to ongoing research and training to provide the best care I can.
My counseling approach is rooted in relational psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on themes from early childhood and how they show up in your life today.
I draw from a variety of approaches, including attachment-based therapy, family systems work, liberation psychology, Internal Family Systems (informed, not certified), DBT, and Narrative Therapy. Each person brings unique concerns and needs, and I am committed to ongoing research and training to provide the best care I can.
I work with queer, trans, and neurodivergent individuals, POC, and children of immigrants looking for relief, to become more embodied, and to feel less stuck.
I meet you where you are in your journey so that you don't have to feel alone on your path to where you want to be.
In our sessions, we'll co-create the therapeutic process you need to support you in living a fulfilling life sustainably and in alignment with your values.
I work with queer, trans, and neurodivergent individuals, POC, and children of immigrants looking for relief, to become more embodied, and to feel less stuck.
I meet you where you are in your journey so that you don't have to feel alone on your path to where you want to be.
In our sessions, we'll co-create the therapeutic process you need to support you in living a fulfilling life sustainably and in alignment with your values.
Fulfilling our potential is a lifelong journey of becoming more at peace with ourselves, deepening the intimacy in our relationships, being more authentically human, and feeling more alive each day. Along the way, certain challenges arise to cause us distress or confusion. Such moments can make us feel held back, afraid, or unsure of where to go from here. But these moments can also be the points of growth and healing from which we renew ourselves in ways we did not think possible.
Fulfilling our potential is a lifelong journey of becoming more at peace with ourselves, deepening the intimacy in our relationships, being more authentically human, and feeling more alive each day. Along the way, certain challenges arise to cause us distress or confusion. Such moments can make us feel held back, afraid, or unsure of where to go from here. But these moments can also be the points of growth and healing from which we renew ourselves in ways we did not think possible.
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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.