Psychodynamic Therapists in Newport Beach, CA
Rachel (Rae) Schrick
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
My approach is holistic, nurturing, and interactive, using various techniques like breath-work, guided imagery, inner child work, and other psychodynamic and attachment-focused processes.
Many of us have heard or believe that we're "too much" throughout our lives—too emotional, too challenging, too overwhelming, or too far gone to deserve the things, relationships, and lives we long for. This messaging can lead to difficulties setting boundaries, fear of independence, or isolation to avoid feelings of shame and disappointment when our needs go unmet. I believe that big emotions are not a sign that something is “wrong” with you, but rather are healthy signals seeking respect and attention to guide you toward your true self.
My approach is holistic, nurturing, and interactive, using various techniques like breath-work, guided imagery, inner child work, and other psychodynamic and attachment-focused processes.
Many of us have heard or believe that we're "too much" throughout our lives—too emotional, too challenging, too overwhelming, or too far gone to deserve the things, relationships, and lives we long for. This messaging can lead to difficulties setting boundaries, fear of independence, or isolation to avoid feelings of shame and disappointment when our needs go unmet. I believe that big emotions are not a sign that something is “wrong” with you, but rather are healthy signals seeking respect and attention to guide you toward your true self.
Most of us go through difficult periods in our lives where we feel overwhelmed, alone, and confused. Sometimes, inevitable events in life, even happy ones, like starting a relationship, going off to college, or retirement, expose the wounds and memories from a recent or distant past that make the current situation painful and unbearable. While we survive those situations and adapt to the new realities of our circumstances, psychotherapy, specifically psychodynamic psychotherapy uses these moments as opportunities for a path for self-discovery and a chance to reevaluate our priorities and find meaning and purpose in our lives.
Most of us go through difficult periods in our lives where we feel overwhelmed, alone, and confused. Sometimes, inevitable events in life, even happy ones, like starting a relationship, going off to college, or retirement, expose the wounds and memories from a recent or distant past that make the current situation painful and unbearable. While we survive those situations and adapt to the new realities of our circumstances, psychotherapy, specifically psychodynamic psychotherapy uses these moments as opportunities for a path for self-discovery and a chance to reevaluate our priorities and find meaning and purpose in our lives.
Kelly Lundquist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660 (Online Only)
I would love to work with you towards healing and growth in your relationships and everyday life. Whether from life events, circumstances, relational difficulties, or a negative voice from within of ourselves, we can sometimes find ourselves stressed, anxious, depressed, burnt out, or having trouble living the way we wish we could. I work from a psychodynamic approach, which will explore your current pain and challenges, while also aiming to bring insight to present and past experiences that are contributing to pain and struggles.
I would love to work with you towards healing and growth in your relationships and everyday life. Whether from life events, circumstances, relational difficulties, or a negative voice from within of ourselves, we can sometimes find ourselves stressed, anxious, depressed, burnt out, or having trouble living the way we wish we could. I work from a psychodynamic approach, which will explore your current pain and challenges, while also aiming to bring insight to present and past experiences that are contributing to pain and struggles.
Hello! I'm Rachel and I am so happy you are stopping by. I work with Adults, Teens and Couples struggling with relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. My training is grounded in psychodynamic theory and a genuine curiosity into the human experience. I am influenced by the belief that within each of us lies powerful insights, and through courage, honesty, and trust we are able to access that wisdom.
Hello! I'm Rachel and I am so happy you are stopping by. I work with Adults, Teens and Couples struggling with relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. My training is grounded in psychodynamic theory and a genuine curiosity into the human experience. I am influenced by the belief that within each of us lies powerful insights, and through courage, honesty, and trust we are able to access that wisdom.
I adopt an integrative and holistic approach to therapy, drawing upon various methodologies such as psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques, solution-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to best suit my clients' needs.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Newport Beach. I believe at the core of therapy is a relationship between the therapist and the patient, and I aim to partner in their healing. Over the course of my career, I have gained valuable experience working in various settings, including non-profit organizations, substance use facilities, and private practices. I have extensive experience with relationship issues including divorce counseling and single parenting. I believe by using combination of techniques learned in therapy, my clients are able to access the power within them and end their struggles and sufferings.
I adopt an integrative and holistic approach to therapy, drawing upon various methodologies such as psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques, solution-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to best suit my clients' needs.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Newport Beach. I believe at the core of therapy is a relationship between the therapist and the patient, and I aim to partner in their healing. Over the course of my career, I have gained valuable experience working in various settings, including non-profit organizations, substance use facilities, and private practices. I have extensive experience with relationship issues including divorce counseling and single parenting. I believe by using combination of techniques learned in therapy, my clients are able to access the power within them and end their struggles and sufferings.
By using CBT, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic approach, I can help you navigate life's ups and downs and shift patterns, thoughts, and behaviors.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
By using CBT, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic approach, I can help you navigate life's ups and downs and shift patterns, thoughts, and behaviors.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
Nicole Logan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I utilize CBT, psychodynamic theory, EMDR, and narrative therapy to target feelings of dread, abandonment, isolation, anxiety, fear, hopelessness, and helplessness.
I utilize a client centered approach in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. In a safe, supportive, and non judgemental space we can explore the negative patterns in your life, work through any barriers, and move towards healing, growth, and change.
I utilize CBT, psychodynamic theory, EMDR, and narrative therapy to target feelings of dread, abandonment, isolation, anxiety, fear, hopelessness, and helplessness.
I utilize a client centered approach in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. In a safe, supportive, and non judgemental space we can explore the negative patterns in your life, work through any barriers, and move towards healing, growth, and change.
Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
As a Queer Woman of Color, I work best from an integrative psychodynamic approach while offering a culturally sensitive space to examine your thoughts and feelings.
Our creative and determined psyche allows us to “make it through” whatever life throws our way. We develop ideals, patterns, behaviors, and ways of thinking about the world, ourselves, and others. These things that at one point were meant to be protective and preserve us can overtime unknowingly to us be the very thing that gets in our way preventing us from living the life we ultimately desire. It can manifest itself in ways such as feeling frustrated with ourselves, feeling stuck, disconnected from our body, or even frozen with anxiety, depression, and maybe suicidal thoughts.
As a Queer Woman of Color, I work best from an integrative psychodynamic approach while offering a culturally sensitive space to examine your thoughts and feelings.
Our creative and determined psyche allows us to “make it through” whatever life throws our way. We develop ideals, patterns, behaviors, and ways of thinking about the world, ourselves, and others. These things that at one point were meant to be protective and preserve us can overtime unknowingly to us be the very thing that gets in our way preventing us from living the life we ultimately desire. It can manifest itself in ways such as feeling frustrated with ourselves, feeling stuck, disconnected from our body, or even frozen with anxiety, depression, and maybe suicidal thoughts.
Brittany Minna
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
You can also visit my website for further information about my psychodynamic approach.
Life is full of difficulty and uncertainty, as a therapist, I work towards creating a safe space for my clients to explore themselves and their relationships. I enjoy working with individuals and couples to help them heal through self discovery. My hope is to provide them with the necessary understanding to create change and minimize suffering. I invite my clients to explore their earliest relationships to help them identify how those dynamics may be impacting their current life. I believe by bringing awareness to what is unconscious, my clients will have a better opportunity to make healthier lasting change with understanding.
You can also visit my website for further information about my psychodynamic approach.
Life is full of difficulty and uncertainty, as a therapist, I work towards creating a safe space for my clients to explore themselves and their relationships. I enjoy working with individuals and couples to help them heal through self discovery. My hope is to provide them with the necessary understanding to create change and minimize suffering. I invite my clients to explore their earliest relationships to help them identify how those dynamics may be impacting their current life. I believe by bringing awareness to what is unconscious, my clients will have a better opportunity to make healthier lasting change with understanding.
Jennifer has experience working with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children presenting with a wide variety of issues. She approaches her clients with a psychodynamic framework to gain understanding and build rapport based on creating a very warm, empathic, collaborative, and safe environment. Additionally, Jennifer integrates several treatment approaches such as CBT, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Solution Focused, and Systems Theory.
Jennifer has experience working with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children presenting with a wide variety of issues. She approaches her clients with a psychodynamic framework to gain understanding and build rapport based on creating a very warm, empathic, collaborative, and safe environment. Additionally, Jennifer integrates several treatment approaches such as CBT, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Solution Focused, and Systems Theory.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, conflict, relationship issues, trauma, and/or loss among other conditions. My approach assumes that underlying core patterns of relating from childhood may continue to impact present day perspectives. My training includes a focus on psychodynamic psychotherapy, trauma work (EMDR), and addressing faith-based concerns, if applicable. We will work on enhancing your self-awareness and improving your coping skills.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, conflict, relationship issues, trauma, and/or loss among other conditions. My approach assumes that underlying core patterns of relating from childhood may continue to impact present day perspectives. My training includes a focus on psychodynamic psychotherapy, trauma work (EMDR), and addressing faith-based concerns, if applicable. We will work on enhancing your self-awareness and improving your coping skills.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
You have likely landed on this page in search of a therapist for yourself or a loved one. I know looking for the “right fit” can feel daunting, but you are worthy of feeling safe with the person you develop this therapeutic relationship with. So, in the spirit of making your search a little easier, let me tell you about myself. I utilize a collaboration of client-centered and psychodynamic therapy to help you explore the different parts of self that may be experiencing distress. Together, we will work to bring understanding and insight to the behaviors, thoughts, and feelings that may be causing confusion.
You have likely landed on this page in search of a therapist for yourself or a loved one. I know looking for the “right fit” can feel daunting, but you are worthy of feeling safe with the person you develop this therapeutic relationship with. So, in the spirit of making your search a little easier, let me tell you about myself. I utilize a collaboration of client-centered and psychodynamic therapy to help you explore the different parts of self that may be experiencing distress. Together, we will work to bring understanding and insight to the behaviors, thoughts, and feelings that may be causing confusion.
I combine techniques from the cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mindfulness traditions in therapy to provide individualized solutions for my clients.
Are you ready to be happier and healthier? I consider it a privilege to guide others in their pursuit of a better life and strive to provide competent and compassionate care in a comfortable setting. Everybody has individual strengths that can be harnessed when trying to deal with difficult and distressing periods in life. Together we'll identify these strengths, clarify your priorities and work on strategies to make life more manageable and meaningful. With my professional assistance, you can recover from past disappointments, cope better with challenging situations and seek out more positive experiences and relationships.
I combine techniques from the cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mindfulness traditions in therapy to provide individualized solutions for my clients.
Are you ready to be happier and healthier? I consider it a privilege to guide others in their pursuit of a better life and strive to provide competent and compassionate care in a comfortable setting. Everybody has individual strengths that can be harnessed when trying to deal with difficult and distressing periods in life. Together we'll identify these strengths, clarify your priorities and work on strategies to make life more manageable and meaningful. With my professional assistance, you can recover from past disappointments, cope better with challenging situations and seek out more positive experiences and relationships.
My orientation is cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, gestalt and interwoven with my background in positive psychology and creative arts.
I TREAT AFFAIRS- I invite you to pause and pay close attention to your inner voice. You have managed to avoid your concerns yet know at some level you are not satisfied. Do you sense your partner is cheating? Are you? Does your relationship lack intimacy and passion and feel alone when together? Sexual problems? Can't stop compulsive shopping or cybersex behavior? Emotionally exhausted from pointless dating? Lonely and disconnected? Missing"Hygge" in your home? When you look in the mirror are you dissatisfied? Life racing by leaving you feeling old and defeated? Longing to age gracefully? Can't sleep? Feeling bored professionally?
My orientation is cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, gestalt and interwoven with my background in positive psychology and creative arts.
I TREAT AFFAIRS- I invite you to pause and pay close attention to your inner voice. You have managed to avoid your concerns yet know at some level you are not satisfied. Do you sense your partner is cheating? Are you? Does your relationship lack intimacy and passion and feel alone when together? Sexual problems? Can't stop compulsive shopping or cybersex behavior? Emotionally exhausted from pointless dating? Lonely and disconnected? Missing"Hygge" in your home? When you look in the mirror are you dissatisfied? Life racing by leaving you feeling old and defeated? Longing to age gracefully? Can't sleep? Feeling bored professionally?
Yulia Stepanova
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I have extensive training in evidence based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR, and psychodynamic modalities.
I provide in person and online therapeutic services to individuals throughout the lifespan. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms associated with depression, generalized and social anxiety, stress, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, difficulties with life and social skills, life changes, re-discovering self, postpartum and peripartum depression, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, bipolar depression, borderline personality disorder, obsessive compulsive personality disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
I have extensive training in evidence based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR, and psychodynamic modalities.
I provide in person and online therapeutic services to individuals throughout the lifespan. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms associated with depression, generalized and social anxiety, stress, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, difficulties with life and social skills, life changes, re-discovering self, postpartum and peripartum depression, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, bipolar depression, borderline personality disorder, obsessive compulsive personality disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
We offer individual and family/parenting interventions, utilizing a developmental perspective that includes behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and family-systems approaches.
B.A., Psychology: UCLA; Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Penn State University; Internship: UCLA Semel Institute. Fenning & Baker Psychology is dedicated to providing empirically-based psychological assessment, consultation, and treatment services in an inclusive and welcoming environment. We specialize in child, family, and young adult clinical psychology, with particular expertise in: 1. Neurodevelopmental Disorders: ASD, ADHD, intellectual disability and developmental delay 2. Anxiety and related difficulties 3. Behavioral challenges and emotion regulation issues 4. Parenting support and family therapy
We offer individual and family/parenting interventions, utilizing a developmental perspective that includes behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and family-systems approaches.
B.A., Psychology: UCLA; Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Penn State University; Internship: UCLA Semel Institute. Fenning & Baker Psychology is dedicated to providing empirically-based psychological assessment, consultation, and treatment services in an inclusive and welcoming environment. We specialize in child, family, and young adult clinical psychology, with particular expertise in: 1. Neurodevelopmental Disorders: ASD, ADHD, intellectual disability and developmental delay 2. Anxiety and related difficulties 3. Behavioral challenges and emotion regulation issues 4. Parenting support and family therapy
I have successfully worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of psychological, emotional and relational issues utilizing Psychodynamic, Existential, CBT, DBT, and Emotion-Focused approaches.
I believe therapy is a process of self-discovery and achieving a fulfilling lifestyle. When our lives are out of balance, it impacts our relationships and health. Therapy can restore that balance. You will receive individualized therapy with integrative treatment approaches to help you, improve your relationships, and your surroundings. I believe every person can meet their fullest potential through awareness, insight, making necessary changes, healing and growth. I provide a safe, comfortable, and trusting environment to explore your thoughts and feelings. Together we can heal your past, live in the present and plan your future.
I have successfully worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of psychological, emotional and relational issues utilizing Psychodynamic, Existential, CBT, DBT, and Emotion-Focused approaches.
I believe therapy is a process of self-discovery and achieving a fulfilling lifestyle. When our lives are out of balance, it impacts our relationships and health. Therapy can restore that balance. You will receive individualized therapy with integrative treatment approaches to help you, improve your relationships, and your surroundings. I believe every person can meet their fullest potential through awareness, insight, making necessary changes, healing and growth. I provide a safe, comfortable, and trusting environment to explore your thoughts and feelings. Together we can heal your past, live in the present and plan your future.
Laura Langley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, and major life changes. I use a blend of psychodynamic, humanistic, and existential modalities with an emphasis on developing mindfulness and increasing distress tolerance and emotional regulation.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, and major life changes. I use a blend of psychodynamic, humanistic, and existential modalities with an emphasis on developing mindfulness and increasing distress tolerance and emotional regulation.
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Newport Beach CA and a graduate of Pepperdine University. My primary treatment approach is psychodynamic psychotherapy, which is designed to help clients understand how their unconscious thoughts and feelings affect how they act, react, think, feel and relate. Ideal clients are adult individuals who are committed to doing the emotionally challenging work of psychotherapy.
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Newport Beach CA and a graduate of Pepperdine University. My primary treatment approach is psychodynamic psychotherapy, which is designed to help clients understand how their unconscious thoughts and feelings affect how they act, react, think, feel and relate. Ideal clients are adult individuals who are committed to doing the emotionally challenging work of psychotherapy.
My approach is a mixture of many different types of therapy, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Mentalization Based Treatment, Centered Therapy, and Sex Therapy.
I work mainly with adults and late adolescents, individually, in couples and in groups. The areas I specialize in are sexual issues (individuals or couples), adults molested as children, emotional intimacy, communication, anxiety, depression, self-awareness, and deep and lasting character change. In my 45 years of practicing counseling and psychotherapy I've worked with a wide variety of people of different ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, and those with physical challenges. I find it immensely rewarding to work with people who are actively seeking to resolve problems through increased self-awareness.
My approach is a mixture of many different types of therapy, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Mentalization Based Treatment, Centered Therapy, and Sex Therapy.
I work mainly with adults and late adolescents, individually, in couples and in groups. The areas I specialize in are sexual issues (individuals or couples), adults molested as children, emotional intimacy, communication, anxiety, depression, self-awareness, and deep and lasting character change. In my 45 years of practicing counseling and psychotherapy I've worked with a wide variety of people of different ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, and those with physical challenges. I find it immensely rewarding to work with people who are actively seeking to resolve problems through increased self-awareness.
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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.