Psychodynamic Therapists in Wynnewood, PA
I am classically trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and am also an experienced provider of Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
My particular areas of interest include healing relationship conflicts, overcoming trauma, realizing personal potential and increasing workplace effectiveness. I work with people struggling to bridge inter-racial, inter-cultural or inter-faith issues in their personal and/or professional lives. I also welcome opportunities to serve military personnel and their families.
I am classically trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and am also an experienced provider of Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
My particular areas of interest include healing relationship conflicts, overcoming trauma, realizing personal potential and increasing workplace effectiveness. I work with people struggling to bridge inter-racial, inter-cultural or inter-faith issues in their personal and/or professional lives. I also welcome opportunities to serve military personnel and their families.
I am committed to working with individuals, couples, and family members to better comprehend their inner lives, enrich their connections with others, and feel more satisfied in their personal relationships as well as in workplace settings. My approach is influenced by my teaching and scholarship for over 25 years in understanding communication processes in relationships. I am licensed as a clinical social worker and a marriage and family therapist, and I am also an AASECT-certified sex therapist.
I am committed to working with individuals, couples, and family members to better comprehend their inner lives, enrich their connections with others, and feel more satisfied in their personal relationships as well as in workplace settings. My approach is influenced by my teaching and scholarship for over 25 years in understanding communication processes in relationships. I am licensed as a clinical social worker and a marriage and family therapist, and I am also an AASECT-certified sex therapist.
My clinical approach includes, but is not limited to psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and feminist strategies.
I work with clients on adjustment to life changes, anxiety, depression, identity development, racial stress, relationship conflicts, and work stress. Much of my practice currently focuses on supporting attorneys, high performing athletes, and individuals in other professions who deal with similar levels expectation and high scrutiny. I have a law degree and consider myself a strong advocate for cultivating and supporting the whole person inside the attorney and the athlete. It is my true pleasure to provide coaching, therapy, and wellness supports to individuals in both professions and other fields that encounter similar challenges.
My clinical approach includes, but is not limited to psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and feminist strategies.
I work with clients on adjustment to life changes, anxiety, depression, identity development, racial stress, relationship conflicts, and work stress. Much of my practice currently focuses on supporting attorneys, high performing athletes, and individuals in other professions who deal with similar levels expectation and high scrutiny. I have a law degree and consider myself a strong advocate for cultivating and supporting the whole person inside the attorney and the athlete. It is my true pleasure to provide coaching, therapy, and wellness supports to individuals in both professions and other fields that encounter similar challenges.
I am a clinical social worker and family therapist and love my work. When one member in a family struggles it has deep impact on everyone else. Challenging families to change patterns helps family members choose healthier lifestyles, making for more satisfying relationships. My approach is pro-active, nonjudgmental and straightforward. I collaborate with individuals and families to attain goals they have set for themselves. It is my belief that tapping into the client's or family's wisdom is always the best strategy.
I am a clinical social worker and family therapist and love my work. When one member in a family struggles it has deep impact on everyone else. Challenging families to change patterns helps family members choose healthier lifestyles, making for more satisfying relationships. My approach is pro-active, nonjudgmental and straightforward. I collaborate with individuals and families to attain goals they have set for themselves. It is my belief that tapping into the client's or family's wisdom is always the best strategy.
No matter whether your problem is anxiety, depression, work, money or relationship stress, I can work with you to resolve these issues. I'm also trained and experienced to work with children and adolescents as well as adults who struggle with self-esteem issues, ADHD/ADD and relationship issues.
I can help with short-term issues, like work stress or problems with a child, and longer term troubles, like addictions, money issues or problematic relationships with parents, sibllings or partners.
Empathic listening (putting myself in your shoes) and responding accurately to your concerns builds a working connection that creates the context for change.
No matter whether your problem is anxiety, depression, work, money or relationship stress, I can work with you to resolve these issues. I'm also trained and experienced to work with children and adolescents as well as adults who struggle with self-esteem issues, ADHD/ADD and relationship issues.
I can help with short-term issues, like work stress or problems with a child, and longer term troubles, like addictions, money issues or problematic relationships with parents, sibllings or partners.
Empathic listening (putting myself in your shoes) and responding accurately to your concerns builds a working connection that creates the context for change.
Together we will reflect on your life in order to find relief from the distress that led you to seek therapy. We will work to improve your relationships with parents, children, a spouse or partner. We may work to improve your performance at school or deal more effectively with your boss. You also may want to become a better leader. In sum, I will collaborate with you in order to help you to live with more vitality and feel more connected to others in a healthy manner.
Together we will reflect on your life in order to find relief from the distress that led you to seek therapy. We will work to improve your relationships with parents, children, a spouse or partner. We may work to improve your performance at school or deal more effectively with your boss. You also may want to become a better leader. In sum, I will collaborate with you in order to help you to live with more vitality and feel more connected to others in a healthy manner.
Feel Better. Whether for depression, anxiety or relationship issues, the majority of clients come to therapy with the goal of feeling better; happier, more connected to others, and free from the paralysis of emotional pain or trauma. We look at how an issue experienced in the now came to be there, from early childhood experience to prior adult experiences, and how these all culminated in the present problem(s). We also utilize techniques to individually tailor treatment to the patient's needs, including cognitive/behavioral, problem-solving, and insight-oriented therapies, and often ..humor(!)
Feel Better. Whether for depression, anxiety or relationship issues, the majority of clients come to therapy with the goal of feeling better; happier, more connected to others, and free from the paralysis of emotional pain or trauma. We look at how an issue experienced in the now came to be there, from early childhood experience to prior adult experiences, and how these all culminated in the present problem(s). We also utilize techniques to individually tailor treatment to the patient's needs, including cognitive/behavioral, problem-solving, and insight-oriented therapies, and often ..humor(!)
Psychotherapy helps you see yourself and your world in a new way. I am passionate about helping my clients to discover what make them feel truly alive, and I view my role as helping clients to identify the ideas or relationships that stifle that power. My style is compassionate and interactive, fully appreciating the courage it takes to engage in psychotherapy, while helping you make room for new possibilities to unfold. I look forward to working with you!
Psychotherapy helps you see yourself and your world in a new way. I am passionate about helping my clients to discover what make them feel truly alive, and I view my role as helping clients to identify the ideas or relationships that stifle that power. My style is compassionate and interactive, fully appreciating the courage it takes to engage in psychotherapy, while helping you make room for new possibilities to unfold. I look forward to working with you!
My main practice is focused on treating trauma and attachment. My trauma training and education is broad and ongoing. I provide treatment to clients age 12 and over and have worked with survivors of domestic violence, rape, sexual abuse, child abuse and neglect. I incorporate EMDR into my practice whenever applicable and use an integrative approach that includes attachment theory, IFS, mindfulness and trauma psychoeducation.
My main practice is focused on treating trauma and attachment. My trauma training and education is broad and ongoing. I provide treatment to clients age 12 and over and have worked with survivors of domestic violence, rape, sexual abuse, child abuse and neglect. I incorporate EMDR into my practice whenever applicable and use an integrative approach that includes attachment theory, IFS, mindfulness and trauma psychoeducation.
I have been formally trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and other evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Motivational Interviewing.
If you are struggling with a protracted rehabilitation, whether from orthopedic issues, brain injury, stroke, movement problems, etc., or the effects of a chronic illness, we can assist you in processing the changes you have experienced, and facilitating your path to your goals of emotional well-being. If you are dealing with stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, etc.; cognitive issues, ADHD, insomnia, or learning problems; or sport, work or school performance struggles, we can empower you with effective evidence-based strategies and authentic heart-felt emotional support.
I have been formally trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and other evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Motivational Interviewing.
If you are struggling with a protracted rehabilitation, whether from orthopedic issues, brain injury, stroke, movement problems, etc., or the effects of a chronic illness, we can assist you in processing the changes you have experienced, and facilitating your path to your goals of emotional well-being. If you are dealing with stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, etc.; cognitive issues, ADHD, insomnia, or learning problems; or sport, work or school performance struggles, we can empower you with effective evidence-based strategies and authentic heart-felt emotional support.
It is my firm belief that all of my clients are striving for health despite having some self-defeating behaviors. My approach focuses on helping clients apply their strengths in order to achieve peak living. Peak living is a state of total engagement that allows for maximum enjoyment of day-to-day life. Everyone experiences ups and downs, but those who achieve peak living enjoy longer and higher peaks with shorter and shallower valleys.
It is my firm belief that all of my clients are striving for health despite having some self-defeating behaviors. My approach focuses on helping clients apply their strengths in order to achieve peak living. Peak living is a state of total engagement that allows for maximum enjoyment of day-to-day life. Everyone experiences ups and downs, but those who achieve peak living enjoy longer and higher peaks with shorter and shallower valleys.
Looking inward isn’t easy. It takes hard work to look at the stuff that keeps getting in the way of having the life you want. Often times it’s fear, other times it’s something more concrete. No matter what barriers you’re facing, together we can work through the fears and accomplish your goals. When we’re suffering from a loss, fighting a personal battle, processing a difficult childhood, facing a scary diagnosis, or other major life transition we all need support to have someone to walk along side us, see the light when we cannot, and hold us until we’re on the other side.
Looking inward isn’t easy. It takes hard work to look at the stuff that keeps getting in the way of having the life you want. Often times it’s fear, other times it’s something more concrete. No matter what barriers you’re facing, together we can work through the fears and accomplish your goals. When we’re suffering from a loss, fighting a personal battle, processing a difficult childhood, facing a scary diagnosis, or other major life transition we all need support to have someone to walk along side us, see the light when we cannot, and hold us until we’re on the other side.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience working with people individually and in relationships of all kinds. In sessions I center empathy and open communication to collaborate with clients and identify their goals for healing, coping, and growth. I believe therapy can help build and strengthen the relationship with oneself and others, increase confidence, and allow a person to experience more peace and joy in life.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience working with people individually and in relationships of all kinds. In sessions I center empathy and open communication to collaborate with clients and identify their goals for healing, coping, and growth. I believe therapy can help build and strengthen the relationship with oneself and others, increase confidence, and allow a person to experience more peace and joy in life.
I mainly work within a psychodynamic psychotherapy framework; however, I may include techniques that draw from behavioral, cognitive, or mindfulness schools so the client is treated in a manner that is best suited for them.
I have focused on developing an expertise in technology addiction; including the internet, cell phones, and video games. I work with clients of all genders from early adolescence through adulthood. Additional presenting issues that I often treat include depression, loss, trauma, and anxiety. These may be episodic manifestations of the symptom, or part of a larger personality, autistic, or adjustment disorder. These clients typically are looking for support and the chance to explore their feelings and experiences in a way that enhances their self-understanding and self-efficacy.
I mainly work within a psychodynamic psychotherapy framework; however, I may include techniques that draw from behavioral, cognitive, or mindfulness schools so the client is treated in a manner that is best suited for them.
I have focused on developing an expertise in technology addiction; including the internet, cell phones, and video games. I work with clients of all genders from early adolescence through adulthood. Additional presenting issues that I often treat include depression, loss, trauma, and anxiety. These may be episodic manifestations of the symptom, or part of a larger personality, autistic, or adjustment disorder. These clients typically are looking for support and the chance to explore their feelings and experiences in a way that enhances their self-understanding and self-efficacy.
I take a relational, insight-oriented approach to therapy, blending psychodynamic understanding with mind-body practices.
Healing Attachment, Relationships, and Navigating Life Transitions.
Life transitions can feel disorienting, lonely, or even shattering. You may find yourself asking: Who am I now? What’s next for me? How do I rebuild meaning after so much change? I work with individuals navigating relationship patterns, attachment wounds, divorce, identity shifts, loss, and the deep emotional work that emerges when life no longer looks like what we expected.
My approach integrates relational therapy, attachment-focused work, trauma-informed care, and mind–body–spirit awareness. I help clients explore the emotional, relational, and existential lay
I take a relational, insight-oriented approach to therapy, blending psychodynamic understanding with mind-body practices.
Healing Attachment, Relationships, and Navigating Life Transitions.
Life transitions can feel disorienting, lonely, or even shattering. You may find yourself asking: Who am I now? What’s next for me? How do I rebuild meaning after so much change? I work with individuals navigating relationship patterns, attachment wounds, divorce, identity shifts, loss, and the deep emotional work that emerges when life no longer looks like what we expected.
My approach integrates relational therapy, attachment-focused work, trauma-informed care, and mind–body–spirit awareness. I help clients explore the emotional, relational, and existential lay
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Having someone to talk to in a safe and confidential environment may help. I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 15 years of behavioral health experience. I work from a holistic approach that integrates various aspects of healing. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process between the therapist and client, in an effort to achieve optimal wellness and sustainable growth.
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Having someone to talk to in a safe and confidential environment may help. I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 15 years of behavioral health experience. I work from a holistic approach that integrates various aspects of healing. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process between the therapist and client, in an effort to achieve optimal wellness and sustainable growth.
I believe that therapy can result in meaningful and long lasting changes, as long as an individual is provided with a trusting, supportive, and non-judgmental environment that will allow one to identify, discuss, and resolve one's current difficulties or problems. My clients tell me that they find it very easy to talk to me about difficult and sensitive matters, and that they feel calm and comfortable in my presence.We will work together to identify stressors and/or relationships that are contributing to your symptoms, and develop coping strategies to help you manage these problems more effectively.
I believe that therapy can result in meaningful and long lasting changes, as long as an individual is provided with a trusting, supportive, and non-judgmental environment that will allow one to identify, discuss, and resolve one's current difficulties or problems. My clients tell me that they find it very easy to talk to me about difficult and sensitive matters, and that they feel calm and comfortable in my presence.We will work together to identify stressors and/or relationships that are contributing to your symptoms, and develop coping strategies to help you manage these problems more effectively.
Life can be very challenging, and I am optimistic that each client is capable
of meeting that challenge. I am compassionate and an attentive listener. My style is interactive in helping each client or couple create a vision of the life they want to live. We work as a team to achieve your goals for a happier more fulfilled life.
Life can be very challenging, and I am optimistic that each client is capable
of meeting that challenge. I am compassionate and an attentive listener. My style is interactive in helping each client or couple create a vision of the life they want to live. We work as a team to achieve your goals for a happier more fulfilled life.
Psychodynamic therapy may be the change you are looking for.
Psychodynamic therapy (and psychoanalysis, a more intensive type of therapy) helps individuals get unstuck from painful patterns through insight and self acceptance. This goes beyond coping with symptoms, to making deep and lasting changes to your usual ways of feeling, thinking, and relating in the world.
Psychodynamic therapy may be the change you are looking for.
Psychodynamic therapy (and psychoanalysis, a more intensive type of therapy) helps individuals get unstuck from painful patterns through insight and self acceptance. This goes beyond coping with symptoms, to making deep and lasting changes to your usual ways of feeling, thinking, and relating in the world.
As a psychotherapist, my role is to create a safe environment where you can feel secure and supported to explore and be inquisitive about yourself. If you feel changes are needed in your life; if you are feeling depressed, fearful, ashamed, angry, stuck or confused, anxious or worried; or if you just can't stop self-defeating behaviors, you can benefit from therapy.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.Si siente que necesita cambios en su vida; si se siente deprimido, temeroso, avergonzado, enojado, o preocupado, o si no puede controlar los comportamientos autodestructivos, usted puede beneficiarse de la terapia.
As a psychotherapist, my role is to create a safe environment where you can feel secure and supported to explore and be inquisitive about yourself. If you feel changes are needed in your life; if you are feeling depressed, fearful, ashamed, angry, stuck or confused, anxious or worried; or if you just can't stop self-defeating behaviors, you can benefit from therapy.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.—.Si siente que necesita cambios en su vida; si se siente deprimido, temeroso, avergonzado, enojado, o preocupado, o si no puede controlar los comportamientos autodestructivos, usted puede beneficiarse de la terapia.
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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.