Psychodynamic Therapists in 06880

Asking for help can be challenging for many people, especially when you’re not feeling your best. Given the range of options, choosing the right therapist for you may feel overwhelming and confusing. Having an appreciation of the value of the therapist-client fit, I am committed to providing a comfortable and safe environment where issues may be better understood. As a seasoned therapist, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with concerns related to self-esteem, school, ADHD, work, family, life stage transitions, eating disorders, illness and losses.

Are you finding it hard to navigate feelings of depression or anxiety, a major life change, or difficult relationships (family/romantic/friendship)? Are you trying to leave behind painful parts of your past? Reaching out takes courage and you don't have to do this alone. I specialize in helping teens & adults with trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-worth issues, identity exploration, relationships, and grief/loss. Together we will find tools to reduce your pain, address the root of your troubles, and help you to break free from patterns that aren't bringing you to the life you want to be living.

We all have moments when life can feel unmanageable. At times it can cause us to feel depressed or anxious. You don’t have to struggle alone. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment to help you find solutions to a variety of life's challenges. Together, we will tailor your treatment to meet your needs by building on your strengths as well as developing techniques to manage and reduce life stress.

Therapy can be more than relief from suffering. Psychotherapy can develop your experiences of awareness and vitality, deepen satisfaction in your relationships, and generate your energy for creative, professional, and fulfilling pursuits. You can build a felt and meaningful life by stripping away mental barriers and unlocking your potential. Treatment is considered a collaboration, based on our safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.

Perhaps you remember a time when you were happy..a feeling you long for again! Whether it was a break up, job loss, family conflict or the death of a loved one.. life brings challenges which require us to adapt. Some experiences are too much to bare alone! With 20 years of clinical experience and in a calm, gentle way I can help you move through the feelings which keep you locked in negative spirals. I will support you with Mindfulness skills, CBT and am certified in EMDR which specifically frees you from the emotional loops of past trauma. You can heal, recover and renew..a happier You is waiting!

I offer professional expertise and proven success in affecting long-term, transformational change in older teens and adults. I am also highly successful at addressing and altering difficult, generational family issues with discretion and confidentiality. My philosophy is to bring about significant healing and growth in my clients, while acknowledging and celebrating the beauty and value of their individuality.

Dr. Robert Denkin helps individuals find fulfillment across all aspects of life. Using practical problem-solving methods, he enables personal growth by identifying and overcoming obstacles. With 20 plus years of clinical expertise, Dr. Denkin is highly skilled in managing various mental health conditions. His experience as a collegiate athlete and coach, along with serving as faculty at Yale University's Department of Psychiatry, gives him valuable insights into personal growth, self-confidence, and goal achievement.

Are you in a state of emotional distress and looking for relief? Do you have persistent negative thoughts, feelings, or destructive behaviors? Has there been a traumatic event in your life that needs to be addressed? Perhaps you are facing a challenging transition in your life or career. Feelings of sadness, anxiety, and general unhappiness can be successfully treated by talk therapy. I can help you feel better and improve the quality of your life.

Is your child or teen dealing with anxiety, OCD, or depression? Do they feel frustrated, sad, stuck, irritable, and lonely? Symptoms like poor school performance, family conflicts, weak peer ties, and physical issues (e.g., stomachaches, headaches, sleep problems) often indicate their struggle. They may battle repetitive negative thoughts, suggesting impending doom, inadequacy, or harm, causing distress. These challenges not only hurt the child but also disrupt family harmony, leaving parents heartbroken.

I treat anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I believe that our relationships, past and present, have a great impact on our wellbeing starting from childhood. Memories can remain embedded in our unconscious and surface in ways of self-defeating thoughts and actions. My style of therapy allows the understanding of what is at the root of the problem. I help my clients gain insight into who they are so that they can live an authentic and intentional life.

As a licensed psychotherapist I help clients build healthy relationships in multiple aspects of their lives. My approach is grounded in personal values and integrity. A solutions focused approach combines my clinical education, experience in private practice and extensive corporate background. We create a non judgmental atmosphere to achieve your individual long and short term goals. Together we identify patterns that may prevent you from moving forward. As individuals, we are capable of great growth and change. My goal is to help you create positive change so you may experience a more balanced, joyful life.

Do you sense your life is not on track with your inner yearnings? Are you searching for a more authentic you? My style is comfortable and creative; humor mixed with skill and lots of experience. I am very present in your journey.

No matter what stage of life, we are all subject to the stress of our modern world, and it is how we cope with distress that decides our social and emotional well being. I believe that if you can alter your thinking and preconceptions you can alter your self-experience. As a Clinical Psychologist for over 30 years, my role is to provide a safe environment to navigate clients in a creative self-discovery process. Self-expression with validation allows for the growth of confidence and reduction of self-defeating behaviors. As a team we can create coping skills that are the key to success.

**We will work together to help you find balance, happiness, and health.** I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a wide range of training and interests. I specialize in psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal/relational psychotherapy, but also incorporate skills/CBT/Mindfulness-based techniques. I have extensive training in women's/men's issues, relationship issues, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, life transition difficulties, GLBTQQ identity, PTSD/trauma/sexual abuse treatment, young adult/college-related difficulties, grief, pregnancy, and adjustment disorders.

I have been in private practice for over 22 years throughout which time I have treated adults and couples struggling with a wide variety of issues, with a specialization in substance abuse and dual diagnosis treatment. I approach my work from a psychodynamic perspecitve, yet I appreciate the uniqueness of each individual and maintain flexibility in tailoring my interventions to meet your specific concerns. I aim to work collaboratively and compassionately with you to gain insight and work through the obstacles that interfere with your overall well-being.

It takes tremendous courage to ask for help and to address intense emotions during therapy. I provide a safe and comfortable space for you to begin this powerful and healing journey. From the moment you walk into my office, you will be supported as we work together to develop a realistic plan addressed to your needs so that you can move forward with your life. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, and mood disorders. My training as a family therapist enables me to provide additional support and guidance to family members throughout their loved one's treatment process.

Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again, and expecting different results. Many of our pitfalls, our "relapses" in behavior, are related to maladaptive patterns with family or intimate partners. Our work in therapy is to understand these patterns and learn how to change them. If depression is dwelling in the past, and anxiety is living in the future, our therapeutic goal is to live in the present, towards a more authentic and mindful reality.

I specialize in individual psychotherapy, couples counseling and executive coaching. I work with individuals who are in crisis or need assistance facing everyday challenges. I see couples who are having interpersonal conflicts and communication difficulties. I am a compassionate listener with a good sense of humor and a warm, engaging style. I view each person as an individual and will tailor treatment to best meet your unique needs. I am trained in goal directed cognitive therapy (CBT) as well as more in- depth existential psychodynamic analysis that focus on how both current and past experience influences patterns of behavior.

Life can be challenging, those who reach out for support are allowing themselves to grow and evolve. My approach/philosophy is holistic, meaning my focus is on the whole person, and is grounded in psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies. I often incorporate other modalities, depending on the needs of the person sitting across from me.  I believe passionately in working collaboratively, understanding how I practice and the methodologies I use is critical in the process.