Psychodynamic Therapists in 11201

I offer an authentic therapeutic style that is compassionate, empathic, supportive, and provide individualized approaches to counseling that is collaborative, personalized, and nonjudgmental where you can feel safe to explore and gain deeper insight into your emotions, experiences, feelings, thoughts, and relationships. I blend elements of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic therapy, strengths-based, and mindfulness strategies to best serve you and your unique interests, needs, and goals as you embark on your therapeutic journey to improving your overall wellbeing.

No one likes struggling. It's hard. And even though we don't all talk about, we all do it --we struggle. It feels easier to struggle alone because it's safe. But deep down we're looking for someone to share it with. We're looking for someone to understand us, make sense of our feelings, and offer us support along the way. Hard to find, isn't it? Well, that's where I come in. Whether you're overwhelmed, alone, or struggling with a new major life transition, I can help you. Therapy can help you. Together we will figure out your feelings: what they mean, where they come from, and what you want to do with them.

While I have extensive experience treating adults and adolescents of all ages, many patients I see in my practice are in their 20’s-40's. Often they have experienced significant trauma in their lives that has resulted in intense feelings of depression and anxiety. There often is disruption and disappointment in relationships. This work can be challenging in ways we cannot always predict, so it is important that the therapist and patient together create a safe space that supports increasing awareness. I believe this can only be achieved when people are making progress in real-time towards more fulfilling lives.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience. The breadth of my training and experience is in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults managing adjustments with symptoms related to anxiety, depression or trauma. I utilize a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive behavorial and relational approaches in order to provide tailored interventions for you and your family members. Specialty areas include treatment of Teens, Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, Family trauma, and interpersonal conflicts.

Difficult experiences and painful relationships can affect our connection with our bodies, as well as our identities, and our sense of self-worth. As we begin to heal our relationship with ourselves, we can expand the ways in which we show up in our lives. I offer a non-judgmental and reflective space to process and explore your past, present, and future, with the goal of helping you identify and work through opportunities for growth and healing. Together we'll embark on a path to help you understand what barriers are present. You will learn to prioritize and trust in yourself, while developing tools to care for your mental health.

I work with adults, children, and families. Whether you are enduring some very challenging issues or just need someone to unload your burden, I am here to help. Healing ourselves improves our functioning and restores our relationships. Based on your needs, I use a combination of techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic theory. My goal is to meet you where you are, help you feel heard, and support you as you navigate your life’s journey.

I create a warm and collaborative atmosphere where you can freely explore your lived experiences, anxieties, and hopes for yourself. My approach to therapy involves deep listening. I have trained in psychodynamic therapy, meaning that we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors at a profound level to illuminate not only the roots of current suffering, but also help you understand your strengths, passions, and desires more intimately. In our work together, we can better understand your patterns, empowering you to make conscious choices and break free from self-limiting cycles.

Reaching out to a therapist can be a daunting task. It is difficult to make changes and break unhealthy patterns and anxiety and depression can feel crippling. Therapy can play a large role in helping individuals lead happier, more productive lives. We all face challenges but with the proper support, your challenges do not need to define you or stop you from achieving happiness and success. I believe in treating each patient as an individual. While my orientation is primarily psychodynamic I also use Emotionally Focused Tapping (EFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

There are times in life when our usual coping strategies and support networks are not enough and feelings such as anxiety, depression, helplessness, and inadequacy can take over. It is at these times that psychotherapy can help to successfully navigate life's challenges. I help clients to better understand how past and current experiences impact their current wellbeing, and to make positive changes that will contribute to improved feelings of competence in managing relationships, changes, and other stressors more productively. I specialize in working with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, life transitions, parenting, and loss.

I have over 8 years of experience and have received training in cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and psychodynamic approaches. I utilize methods that fit best for you, including mindfulness, coping-skills building, and creative expressive techniques. I provide a range of strategies for addressing anxiety, managing stress, and improving functioning in life, work, and relationships. I work with individuals with an array of concerns, including addiction, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Clients may be struggling with the lingering impact of trauma or with current life stressors.

I am a skilled clinical psychologist who can help you explore your interior self. I hope to assist you to increase awareness, improve relationships and learn healthier coping skills. Talking through and processing problems - and understanding the roots of recurring issues - can lead to a fuller, richer life. Depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues can inhibit people from reaching personal and professional possibilities. I will engage with you to explore emotions and reactions, and provide an objective, neutral and supportive environment for you to understand who you are.

It is in my belief that we are all intrinsically whole, deserving and worthy of love and meaningful connections. However, somewhere along the way we have incurred pain and hurtful experiences that have tainted our story and lens of how we see the world and ourselves. Sometimes the narrative runs so deep that we can’t stop the thoughts and feelings that flow continuously. In this way, everyday feels like a struggle. Perhaps you secretly feel lost and lonely or you struggle with feelings of anxiety, insecurity or sadness and are uncertain about how to navigate the complexity of your emotions. Wherever you are - your story matters.

Luciana Forzisi, Psy.D, LMSW, is an esteemed Psychotherapist with extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, addictions, and personality disorders. She integrates a diverse range of therapeutic approaches and training, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Schema Therapy, Mentalization-based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and more. Luciana's tailored treatment approach is based on individual preferences and needs, emphasizing collaboration, trust, and creating a safe space for clients to address sensitive issues and overcome personal struggles with resilience and compassion.

Psychotherapy is the process of facing obstacles that block our growth. In a trusting therapeutic relationship one can learn to let go of fears and unhealthy patterns of behavior. Together we will create an environment where curiosity, intellect, feelings and humor allow one to evolve and change.

I believe therapy can help clear a space for deeper self-connection, curiosity, and compassion. I approach my role as therapist with empathy, non-judgment, and deep listening in the interest of supporting you as together we map your internal landscapes, discover old patterns, and explore core dynamics. I provide the safety and emotional support needed for patients of all different identities and cultural backgrounds to express feelings, experience acceptance, and feel truly heard and seen. I work with children and adolescents ages 10-17 as well as adults.

Hello, I am Charity, a licensed psychotherapist. I treat individuals and families across the lifespan who are navigating emotional and behavioral difficulties, lifecycle transitions, and trauma. I provide compassionate care in a safe and trusting environment. I also challenge my patients to better understand themselves through behavioral patterns and interpretations, and support them in exploring the necessary changes that may improve themselves and their relationships. My approach to therapy is collaborative, direct, and relational, structured from the evaluation process of getting to know you and building therapeutic rapport.

Dianne is a non-judgmental, compassionate, culturally competent psychotherapist who utilizes eclectic therapeutic approaches that includes psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and client centered therapy. Dianne specializes in treatment of individuals ranging from childhood to adulthood as well as couples. She works with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship stressors, behavioral issues as well as other difficulties. Dianne fosters a safe and welcoming environment that gives clients the space they need to openly discuss their challenges.

JUNE 2022: Currently accepting individuals for psychodynamically informed, attachment-oriented, weekly therapy or couples for weekly EFT-based couples therapy (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy). EFT-based couples therapy seeks to help couples identify the interactional patterns that keep couples disconnected. In understanding these patterns, we work to help partners learn and understand their habitual protective behaviors, their partner's protective behaviors, and to practice NEW ways of responding to one's self and one's partner.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than twelve years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and groups. I use relational and cognitive-behavioral techniques in therapy and continually integrate evidence-based approaches that meet the needs of each individual. Psychodynamic theory provides me with a humanistic understanding of the basic struggles and conflicts that we all face. I am currently seeing patients both in-person and in video sessions using a secure, HIPPA-compliant telehealth system.