Psychodynamic Therapists in Elkins Park, PA

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Robert Kravis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults.
I believe that most personal problems have developed over time and need careful and systematic exploration in order to be understood and modified. This calls for a conjoint effort in which both therapist and client collaborate to expand understanding. In my practice this occurs as a trusting, meaningful relationship develops, making it possible for me to develop a thorough understanding which I can then share with my client. I believe that symptoms are indications of underlying issues of which most people are only partially aware. As the therapy brings there issues into conscious awareness they can be effectively addressed.
I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults.
I believe that most personal problems have developed over time and need careful and systematic exploration in order to be understood and modified. This calls for a conjoint effort in which both therapist and client collaborate to expand understanding. In my practice this occurs as a trusting, meaningful relationship develops, making it possible for me to develop a thorough understanding which I can then share with my client. I believe that symptoms are indications of underlying issues of which most people are only partially aware. As the therapy brings there issues into conscious awareness they can be effectively addressed.
(215) 600-4703 View (215) 600-4703
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Laurel J Buxbaum
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
By integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with insights from psychodynamic and solution-oriented approaches, I offer a range of effective strategies to foster your success and growth.
As a dedicated and experienced psychologist, I offer compassionate support for a range of challenges. I have particular expertise in addressing health-related concerns and stress, whether related to personal medical issues or those of a family member. More broadly, my practice focuses on anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, work-related stress, and family conflicts. While I find great fulfillment working with college-age and young adults, I am passionate about providing guidance and support to individuals of all ages. My goal is to help you navigate your struggles and achieve a healthier, more balanced life.
By integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with insights from psychodynamic and solution-oriented approaches, I offer a range of effective strategies to foster your success and growth.
As a dedicated and experienced psychologist, I offer compassionate support for a range of challenges. I have particular expertise in addressing health-related concerns and stress, whether related to personal medical issues or those of a family member. More broadly, my practice focuses on anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, work-related stress, and family conflicts. While I find great fulfillment working with college-age and young adults, I am passionate about providing guidance and support to individuals of all ages. My goal is to help you navigate your struggles and achieve a healthier, more balanced life.
(267) 458-2576 View (267) 458-2576
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Johanna Bos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
For the past twenty five years I have been working with clients from various backgrounds and presenting issues as a licensed therapist in both private and agency settings. I am a native New Yorker, and find my background as a non-judgmental, open minded, and compassionate person has aided in the treatment I offer. I believe in collaborative, client led therapy, largely utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ2+ community, treating sexual issues, familial/partner conflicts, depression, substance misuse, and trauma.
For the past twenty five years I have been working with clients from various backgrounds and presenting issues as a licensed therapist in both private and agency settings. I am a native New Yorker, and find my background as a non-judgmental, open minded, and compassionate person has aided in the treatment I offer. I believe in collaborative, client led therapy, largely utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ2+ community, treating sexual issues, familial/partner conflicts, depression, substance misuse, and trauma.
(917) 822-1468 View (917) 822-1468
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Expand Therapeutics
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19117  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with both couples and individuals and utilize multiple modalities from EMDR and CBT to psychodynamic and Reality Therapy.
​I approach patient care with the belief that we all have the inner resources needed for healing. Being in therapy does not need to be a life-long process yet one can gain invaluable insight as well as emotional and mental support from working with a seasoned clinician. The therapeutic process should help one to become increasingly more honest with self and ultimately more capable of enjoying life's precious moments.
I enjoy working with both couples and individuals and utilize multiple modalities from EMDR and CBT to psychodynamic and Reality Therapy.
​I approach patient care with the belief that we all have the inner resources needed for healing. Being in therapy does not need to be a life-long process yet one can gain invaluable insight as well as emotional and mental support from working with a seasoned clinician. The therapeutic process should help one to become increasingly more honest with self and ultimately more capable of enjoying life's precious moments.
(856) 351-5187 View (856) 351-5187
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Annie Thacker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
I believe that people are naturally resilient, possessing a deep well of inner strength. Every experience, past and present, is relevant to therapeutic work, and I strive to create a collaborative space to explore the things that weigh us all down. I approach each session with empathy, curiosity and an open mind, and encourage you to approach your own relationships, thoughts, and day-to-day life the same way. My relational approach to therapy is strongly rooted in the psychodynamic tradition, integrating narrative, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to meet the specific needs of each person I work with.
I believe that people are naturally resilient, possessing a deep well of inner strength. Every experience, past and present, is relevant to therapeutic work, and I strive to create a collaborative space to explore the things that weigh us all down. I approach each session with empathy, curiosity and an open mind, and encourage you to approach your own relationships, thoughts, and day-to-day life the same way. My relational approach to therapy is strongly rooted in the psychodynamic tradition, integrating narrative, DBT, and mindfulness techniques to meet the specific needs of each person I work with.
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Cathy Jacobsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
Psychodynamic, Emotionally Focused (EFT) and Trauma Informed link your past to your current struggles.
An experienced clinician and Grief and Loss Educator, I'm devoted to helping clients manage life's challenges while uncovering their unique strengths and resources. I work with a broad range of issues-trauma, anxiety (OCD, Panic) depression, relationships. Grief over the loss of a loved one is an area of special interest. Grief is traumatic and transformative. There is no ‘cure’ for grief. No timeline. You tell yourself that time will heal the wound, yet every day opens it anew. I am your guide, the journey is yours. You will leave our first session feeling understood, more hopeful and with at least one new coping skill in hand.
Psychodynamic, Emotionally Focused (EFT) and Trauma Informed link your past to your current struggles.
An experienced clinician and Grief and Loss Educator, I'm devoted to helping clients manage life's challenges while uncovering their unique strengths and resources. I work with a broad range of issues-trauma, anxiety (OCD, Panic) depression, relationships. Grief over the loss of a loved one is an area of special interest. Grief is traumatic and transformative. There is no ‘cure’ for grief. No timeline. You tell yourself that time will heal the wound, yet every day opens it anew. I am your guide, the journey is yours. You will leave our first session feeling understood, more hopeful and with at least one new coping skill in hand.
(267) 435-3727 View (267) 435-3727
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Vanessa G. Stephens
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Now accepting new clients at this time. * Se habla español/Spanish speaking. Is there something in your life that needs improvement, is causing you stress, or are you just looking for personal growth? Let me help you. Life can be challenging due to unexpected events that cause someone to struggle with day-to-day routine. Learning coping techniques and skills can help with regaining your power and enthusiasm for a brighter future. Pat yourself on the back for having the insight to want to change behaviors and courage to seek change.
Now accepting new clients at this time. * Se habla español/Spanish speaking. Is there something in your life that needs improvement, is causing you stress, or are you just looking for personal growth? Let me help you. Life can be challenging due to unexpected events that cause someone to struggle with day-to-day routine. Learning coping techniques and skills can help with regaining your power and enthusiasm for a brighter future. Pat yourself on the back for having the insight to want to change behaviors and courage to seek change.
(267) 692-4953 View (267) 692-4953
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Miriam Franco
Psychologist, PsyD, MSW, MSCS
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
In my practice with adults, I address a range of issues from emotional stress, grief, anxiety, depression, and relational issues. I also specialize in helping people cope with health conditions and chronic illness/pain. I incorporate a psycho-dynamic and relational analytic orientation to my work. I engage clients in a process of greater reflection and mindfulness and guide them to learn how to lower reactivity, stress and anxiety. I provide a holistic approach including reducing symptoms that limit quality of life and improving one's awareness of self-experiences that hinder greater personal freedom, growth and healing.
In my practice with adults, I address a range of issues from emotional stress, grief, anxiety, depression, and relational issues. I also specialize in helping people cope with health conditions and chronic illness/pain. I incorporate a psycho-dynamic and relational analytic orientation to my work. I engage clients in a process of greater reflection and mindfulness and guide them to learn how to lower reactivity, stress and anxiety. I provide a holistic approach including reducing symptoms that limit quality of life and improving one's awareness of self-experiences that hinder greater personal freedom, growth and healing.
(610) 225-6006 View (610) 225-6006
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Polly Hill O'Keefe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
For more than 35 years, I have helped clients develop healthy, growth-inducing insights, face life's most difficult challenges more successfully, and enjoy life's most wondrous moments more fully.
For more than 35 years, I have helped clients develop healthy, growth-inducing insights, face life's most difficult challenges more successfully, and enjoy life's most wondrous moments more fully.
(267) 257-4759 View (267) 257-4759
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Tara Cooper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027
I am a champion of whole-body wellness and firmly believe while targeting the mind, the rest of the body and soul must also be explored. My clinical orientation is holistic and integrative to assist you in achieving the wellness you desire, where I select interventions from different theories and approaches to structure treatment that best meets your individual needs. I have training and background in behavior modification, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), eco-systemic family therapy (ESFT), and other practices including mindfulness, and exploring how to target nutrition
I am a champion of whole-body wellness and firmly believe while targeting the mind, the rest of the body and soul must also be explored. My clinical orientation is holistic and integrative to assist you in achieving the wellness you desire, where I select interventions from different theories and approaches to structure treatment that best meets your individual needs. I have training and background in behavior modification, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), eco-systemic family therapy (ESFT), and other practices including mindfulness, and exploring how to target nutrition
(267) 609-8960 View (267) 609-8960
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Dolores Saenz-Davila
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to a rewarding path of change. My training at the Yale Child Study Center along with my 18 yrs of experience provided me with an invaluable and unique perspective on how to approach children, adolescents, families, and adults. Seeking assistance during difficult times is no easy task and acknowledging that we need help is the most difficult first step. I find working with college age students, parents, children and adolescents, and working professionals to be very rewarding. I have extensive experience with PTSD, depressions, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship issues, adolescents, and young adults
Hello and welcome to a rewarding path of change. My training at the Yale Child Study Center along with my 18 yrs of experience provided me with an invaluable and unique perspective on how to approach children, adolescents, families, and adults. Seeking assistance during difficult times is no easy task and acknowledging that we need help is the most difficult first step. I find working with college age students, parents, children and adolescents, and working professionals to be very rewarding. I have extensive experience with PTSD, depressions, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship issues, adolescents, and young adults
(267) 692-4229 View (267) 692-4229
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Marsha J Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
The challenges of recent years and their unique stresses and isolation may have increased the feeling that no one understands the difficult world that you carry around inside. Seeking therapy is an important decision that may mean you are ready to grow and change and understand more fully the roadblocks that get in the way of living the life you want for yourself. You are seeking an experienced, empathic and trusted professional who will come to learn your inner landscape along with you and will support and guide you as you make the changes you seek. Together we will work toward your creating a more joyful and meaningful life.
The challenges of recent years and their unique stresses and isolation may have increased the feeling that no one understands the difficult world that you carry around inside. Seeking therapy is an important decision that may mean you are ready to grow and change and understand more fully the roadblocks that get in the way of living the life you want for yourself. You are seeking an experienced, empathic and trusted professional who will come to learn your inner landscape along with you and will support and guide you as you make the changes you seek. Together we will work toward your creating a more joyful and meaningful life.
(215) 240-1305 View (215) 240-1305
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Jessica B Covitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
Sometimes we look around and life is not the way we want it to be: full of disappointment, stress, sadness or loss. Sometimes we need help finding our way. In my practice, I seek to create a compassionate, supportive space for collaborative exploration, growth and positive change. I create a place where you can be seen and acknowledged, and you can give words to feelings and experiences, to discover greater understanding and self- awareness. When we understand our patterns of behaviors and feelings, we can free ourselves of the unwanted burdens that weigh us down, and live more fully and happily in the present.
Sometimes we look around and life is not the way we want it to be: full of disappointment, stress, sadness or loss. Sometimes we need help finding our way. In my practice, I seek to create a compassionate, supportive space for collaborative exploration, growth and positive change. I create a place where you can be seen and acknowledged, and you can give words to feelings and experiences, to discover greater understanding and self- awareness. When we understand our patterns of behaviors and feelings, we can free ourselves of the unwanted burdens that weigh us down, and live more fully and happily in the present.
(215) 740-7681 View (215) 740-7681
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Robert Tanenbaum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Leading a healthy, fulfilling, and successful life often involves managing complex circumstances and responsibilities -- whether personal, family-related, or occupational. With 30 + years of clinical practice, my experience has taught me that each and every person encounters unique challenges requiring creative, committed and broadminded resolutions. You can rest assured that you will receive caring and compassionate assistance with your concerns.
Leading a healthy, fulfilling, and successful life often involves managing complex circumstances and responsibilities -- whether personal, family-related, or occupational. With 30 + years of clinical practice, my experience has taught me that each and every person encounters unique challenges requiring creative, committed and broadminded resolutions. You can rest assured that you will receive caring and compassionate assistance with your concerns.
(610) 572-2252 View (610) 572-2252
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Doris Ferleger
Psychologist, PhD, MFA
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY With compassion and understanding gained from over 38 years of professional experience, and over fifteen years studying compassion and mindfulness-based healing approaches, I provide empathetic support, deep listening and insight, constructive feedback, and effective coping and communication skills to help clients address current life challenges and long-standing inner and outer conflicts.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY With compassion and understanding gained from over 38 years of professional experience, and over fifteen years studying compassion and mindfulness-based healing approaches, I provide empathetic support, deep listening and insight, constructive feedback, and effective coping and communication skills to help clients address current life challenges and long-standing inner and outer conflicts.
(267) 710-9033 View (267) 710-9033
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Marissa Smale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Thank you for visiting my profile, my name is Marissa and I am passionate about helping and encouraging others. Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental, unconditionally supportive environment where people can unburden, increase self-understanding and collaboratively heal and grow in line with their personal needs. Whether it is a past hurt, present problem or decision(s) that must be made, I can provide you with a safe and compassionate space combined with skilled expertise in order to help you not only understand yourself better, but also figure out the path that is right for you.
Thank you for visiting my profile, my name is Marissa and I am passionate about helping and encouraging others. Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental, unconditionally supportive environment where people can unburden, increase self-understanding and collaboratively heal and grow in line with their personal needs. Whether it is a past hurt, present problem or decision(s) that must be made, I can provide you with a safe and compassionate space combined with skilled expertise in order to help you not only understand yourself better, but also figure out the path that is right for you.
(267) 202-7265 View (267) 202-7265
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Joanne Fleisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time or have therapy experience, I welcome you to my practice. I tailor the therapy experience to meet your needs, drawing from a variety of treatment approaches. Together, we focus on building your strengths and recognizing your inherent wisdom as pathways for healing and growth. My practice is informed by mindfulness meditation, which I have studied as a practitioner and instructor. I encourage clients who are interested in this approach to develop mindfulness techniques that will help them to overcome anxiety, depression and other life challenges.
Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time or have therapy experience, I welcome you to my practice. I tailor the therapy experience to meet your needs, drawing from a variety of treatment approaches. Together, we focus on building your strengths and recognizing your inherent wisdom as pathways for healing and growth. My practice is informed by mindfulness meditation, which I have studied as a practitioner and instructor. I encourage clients who are interested in this approach to develop mindfulness techniques that will help them to overcome anxiety, depression and other life challenges.
(215) 515-0412 View (215) 515-0412
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19117  (Online Only)
We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals. We believe you're best served by a therapist passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to helping therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. Working with us, you'll get results.
We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals. We believe you're best served by a therapist passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to helping therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. Working with us, you'll get results.
(267) 214-6496 View (267) 214-6496
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Ryan Wiggon
MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027
Ryan is a marriage and family therapist who offers individual therapy, couples counseling and family counseling for children, adolescents and adults. With degrees from both Millersville University and Walden University, Ryan has worked in a myriad of treatment setting, most notably and recently working in chronically disadvantaged neighborhoods.
Ryan is a marriage and family therapist who offers individual therapy, couples counseling and family counseling for children, adolescents and adults. With degrees from both Millersville University and Walden University, Ryan has worked in a myriad of treatment setting, most notably and recently working in chronically disadvantaged neighborhoods.
(267) 415-1284 View (267) 415-1284
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Valerie Hicks Ashley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027  (Online Only)
I have devoted my work life to helping people who have experienced abuse, neglect, and trauma and who are suffering from the consequences of that trauma.
I have devoted my work life to helping people who have experienced abuse, neglect, and trauma and who are suffering from the consequences of that trauma.
(267) 692-8458 View (267) 692-8458
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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.