Psychodynamic Therapists in Sharon, MA
I am trained in the following treatment methods: increasing insight ( psychodynamic), building skills to manage emotions and behaviors (cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT), and understanding relationships (family systems, relational).
Currently - limited daytime openings available. Psychotherapy can provide a caring and safe space to navigate life's many transitions and challenges -- both expected and unexpected. I approach my work from a place of respect, warmth, and curiosity toward my clients and their concerns. I help clients develop understanding and skills that allow them to reduce symptoms, facilitate personal growth, and make positive changes in their lives. Each client receives individually tailored treatment and, together, we identify and develop therapeutic goals. It is an honor for me to work with individuals on their personal journeys.
I am trained in the following treatment methods: increasing insight ( psychodynamic), building skills to manage emotions and behaviors (cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT), and understanding relationships (family systems, relational).
Currently - limited daytime openings available. Psychotherapy can provide a caring and safe space to navigate life's many transitions and challenges -- both expected and unexpected. I approach my work from a place of respect, warmth, and curiosity toward my clients and their concerns. I help clients develop understanding and skills that allow them to reduce symptoms, facilitate personal growth, and make positive changes in their lives. Each client receives individually tailored treatment and, together, we identify and develop therapeutic goals. It is an honor for me to work with individuals on their personal journeys.
Jacqueline Wiener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Sharon, MA 02067
I approach therapy from a psychodynamic perspective that is tailored to meet the needs of each individual client.
Compassion is the most significant and integral component of therapy. My goal is to create a warm, respectful environment in which clients feel comfortable exploring their innermost feelings. Genuine and empathic in my approach, I believe in the strength of the individual to face life's challenges and to create new patterns of behavior and communication. I also believe clients must have compassion for themselves. Such compassion will lead to greater curiosity of the self and acceptance of one's experiences. This, in turn, enables the individual to see more clearly, gain new perspectives and find new solutions.
I approach therapy from a psychodynamic perspective that is tailored to meet the needs of each individual client.
Compassion is the most significant and integral component of therapy. My goal is to create a warm, respectful environment in which clients feel comfortable exploring their innermost feelings. Genuine and empathic in my approach, I believe in the strength of the individual to face life's challenges and to create new patterns of behavior and communication. I also believe clients must have compassion for themselves. Such compassion will lead to greater curiosity of the self and acceptance of one's experiences. This, in turn, enables the individual to see more clearly, gain new perspectives and find new solutions.
In a warm, compassionate & friendly manner, I hope to guide my clients to identify and alleviate life challenges and empower them to achieve their potential. Symptoms include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma & dissociation, learning and behavioral difficulty, developmental issues, relationship conflicts, social anxiety, loss/grief, life transitions, parenting stress, health/medical concerns, healthy life style, physical pain, chronic illness, peer issues, Aspergers & PDD, adoption and bariatric surgery consultation. Approaches include cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, interpersonal, supportive, and mind/body techniques (e.g., mindfulness meditation, relaxation, visualization and Qi Gong). I am trained in EFT. I am interested in the role of spirituality and religion on well-being.
In a warm, compassionate & friendly manner, I hope to guide my clients to identify and alleviate life challenges and empower them to achieve their potential. Symptoms include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma & dissociation, learning and behavioral difficulty, developmental issues, relationship conflicts, social anxiety, loss/grief, life transitions, parenting stress, health/medical concerns, healthy life style, physical pain, chronic illness, peer issues, Aspergers & PDD, adoption and bariatric surgery consultation. Approaches include cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, interpersonal, supportive, and mind/body techniques (e.g., mindfulness meditation, relaxation, visualization and Qi Gong). I am trained in EFT. I am interested in the role of spirituality and religion on well-being.
My belief is that each client has within them the ability for positive change and healthy functioning. I consider it a privilege to hear clients' stories and strive to create a safe and collaborative environment in which we can explore strengths and challenges. I draw from psychodynamic and relational perspectives; the goal to better understand how past experiences and relationships affect current situations. l consider it essential to customize treatment to clients' needs and goals and incorporate techniques from other approaches, such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
My belief is that each client has within them the ability for positive change and healthy functioning. I consider it a privilege to hear clients' stories and strive to create a safe and collaborative environment in which we can explore strengths and challenges. I draw from psychodynamic and relational perspectives; the goal to better understand how past experiences and relationships affect current situations. l consider it essential to customize treatment to clients' needs and goals and incorporate techniques from other approaches, such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I am grounded in psychodynamic training, understanding that your family of origin and experiences there are the building blocks of who you are.
Please Note: I presently am not accepting new patients. If you are managing a recent loss, coping with anxiety, depression or physical illness, it can be helpful to talk to a therapist. I enjoy working with people from adolescent to elder, and with couples of any age. Sometimes anxiety can keep us from accomplishing what we want to in life, or insomnia makes it difficult to engage with the world as fully as we would like to. I have worked with many of these kinds of issues, as well as those experiencing life-changing health problems including diabetes, pain and cancer.
I am grounded in psychodynamic training, understanding that your family of origin and experiences there are the building blocks of who you are.
Please Note: I presently am not accepting new patients. If you are managing a recent loss, coping with anxiety, depression or physical illness, it can be helpful to talk to a therapist. I enjoy working with people from adolescent to elder, and with couples of any age. Sometimes anxiety can keep us from accomplishing what we want to in life, or insomnia makes it difficult to engage with the world as fully as we would like to. I have worked with many of these kinds of issues, as well as those experiencing life-changing health problems including diabetes, pain and cancer.
Whether you are seeking help during a crisis and/or wanting to explore and alter unhelpful life patterns, I welcome your call/email. I have extensive experience in a wide range of areas including issues related to anxiety, depression, substance-use disorders and trauma. I work with individuals and couples. Many of the people with whom I work do not take psychotropic medication - I believe in the healing potential of psychotherapy along with non-pharmaceutical adjuncts (e.g., movement, pursuit of passion, nutrition and related self-care), when appropriate. My framework is primarily psychodynamic. I aim to work at a deep level.
Whether you are seeking help during a crisis and/or wanting to explore and alter unhelpful life patterns, I welcome your call/email. I have extensive experience in a wide range of areas including issues related to anxiety, depression, substance-use disorders and trauma. I work with individuals and couples. Many of the people with whom I work do not take psychotropic medication - I believe in the healing potential of psychotherapy along with non-pharmaceutical adjuncts (e.g., movement, pursuit of passion, nutrition and related self-care), when appropriate. My framework is primarily psychodynamic. I aim to work at a deep level.
I work with couples and individuals who are going through a difficult time, and/or looking to make a positive change in their life. My areas of expertise include: Couple Counseling, Relationships, Anxiety and Panic disorders, depression and mood disorders. I want to help you create the kind of life you want, your life can be changed! I individualize my intervention to your needs, using different psychological approaches.
I work with couples and individuals who are going through a difficult time, and/or looking to make a positive change in their life. My areas of expertise include: Couple Counseling, Relationships, Anxiety and Panic disorders, depression and mood disorders. I want to help you create the kind of life you want, your life can be changed! I individualize my intervention to your needs, using different psychological approaches.
Tamara Kesselman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sharon, MA 02067 (Online Only)
Everyone struggles at various points in their lives. This does not mean that struggling has to become your normal state of being. You are right to get help. Therapy can be an incredibly powerful tool to help you, both individually and as a couple. Newly learned communication skills can increase resilience, cultivate personal strengths, and help tackle your challenges head-on. Sometimes, even a few small, practical changes can create real, meaningful change in your life. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, work, or relationship issues, or in other ways, you can explore real change and begin your therapeutic journey.
Everyone struggles at various points in their lives. This does not mean that struggling has to become your normal state of being. You are right to get help. Therapy can be an incredibly powerful tool to help you, both individually and as a couple. Newly learned communication skills can increase resilience, cultivate personal strengths, and help tackle your challenges head-on. Sometimes, even a few small, practical changes can create real, meaningful change in your life. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, work, or relationship issues, or in other ways, you can explore real change and begin your therapeutic journey.
Transitions and the unexpected are an integral part of our life's journey! As a psychotherapist, I will walk with you along this path by being actively engaged in providing healing in which you experience a safe environment to feel respected, understood, and heard. Looking for a therapist is a courageous, pivotal step. Finding a harmonious match is crucial. In journeying through issues, therapy is a healing process whereby the therapist and client connect in a trusting path. My approach is collaborative with you to define goals building on your strengths to help you grow, change, and to feel empowered.
Transitions and the unexpected are an integral part of our life's journey! As a psychotherapist, I will walk with you along this path by being actively engaged in providing healing in which you experience a safe environment to feel respected, understood, and heard. Looking for a therapist is a courageous, pivotal step. Finding a harmonious match is crucial. In journeying through issues, therapy is a healing process whereby the therapist and client connect in a trusting path. My approach is collaborative with you to define goals building on your strengths to help you grow, change, and to feel empowered.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Art Therapist with over 30 years of experience working with adults, teens and families managing emotional difficulties and challenging life circumstances. My expertise is in providing effective practices to cope with strong emotions, reframe unhelpful thinking, have better communication and learn to heal from pain. My approach is to help you recognize and overcome the obstacles that interfere with your best life. My aim is to guide you on that path, meet you where you are and move towards growth. I provide a safe space to be present and attuned to your needs and therapeutic goals.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Art Therapist with over 30 years of experience working with adults, teens and families managing emotional difficulties and challenging life circumstances. My expertise is in providing effective practices to cope with strong emotions, reframe unhelpful thinking, have better communication and learn to heal from pain. My approach is to help you recognize and overcome the obstacles that interfere with your best life. My aim is to guide you on that path, meet you where you are and move towards growth. I provide a safe space to be present and attuned to your needs and therapeutic goals.
I am a psychodynamically-oriented therapist with over 40 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, individuals, couples, families, and groups. With patients, I explore issues interfering with relationships, productivity, and self-worth. My background is in acute-hospital care, partial-hospital, residential treatment, and out-patient therapy. Although psychodynamically trained, I am familiar with other treatment modalities including DBT. I routinely collaborate with medication prescribers, school-adjustment counselors, pediatricians, and primary care physicians.
I am a psychodynamically-oriented therapist with over 40 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, individuals, couples, families, and groups. With patients, I explore issues interfering with relationships, productivity, and self-worth. My background is in acute-hospital care, partial-hospital, residential treatment, and out-patient therapy. Although psychodynamically trained, I am familiar with other treatment modalities including DBT. I routinely collaborate with medication prescribers, school-adjustment counselors, pediatricians, and primary care physicians.
Melissa Bronstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sharon, MA 02067 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with motivated young professionals who want to to improve their relationships, manage stress, and navigate life transitions. Many of my clients identify as high-achievers who are looking for ways to reduce anxiety and increase balance in their lives. Whether it is feelings of uncertainty about a future career path, struggles with self-esteem and perfectionism, or adjusting to a new medical diagnosis or chronic illness, I partner with my clients to identify goals and create a path forward.
I specialize in working with motivated young professionals who want to to improve their relationships, manage stress, and navigate life transitions. Many of my clients identify as high-achievers who are looking for ways to reduce anxiety and increase balance in their lives. Whether it is feelings of uncertainty about a future career path, struggles with self-esteem and perfectionism, or adjusting to a new medical diagnosis or chronic illness, I partner with my clients to identify goals and create a path forward.
Adult & Child Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sharon, MA 02067
While we cannot change the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary approaches and techniques, we will discover long standing behavior patterns or negative self perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
While we cannot change the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary approaches and techniques, we will discover long standing behavior patterns or negative self perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
With adults I provide a supportive environment to work on practical strategies to improve your life. Our main focus is on your present and future, but if past feelings, behaviors and situations are still getting in your way we explore what happened and work on creating healthier patterns. In working with children and teens I teach skills and strategies, and periodically bring parents into sessions. I have expertise to share, but you are the expert on your child! We'll all work together to build on your child's strengths, increase their confidence and solve problems at home or school.
With adults I provide a supportive environment to work on practical strategies to improve your life. Our main focus is on your present and future, but if past feelings, behaviors and situations are still getting in your way we explore what happened and work on creating healthier patterns. In working with children and teens I teach skills and strategies, and periodically bring parents into sessions. I have expertise to share, but you are the expert on your child! We'll all work together to build on your child's strengths, increase their confidence and solve problems at home or school.
Jennifer L Robinson
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sharon, MA 02067 (Online Only)
Immediate telehealth weekend appointments available Saturdays- I am an LMHC and an Art Therapist with 20 years of experience in the field. My experience spans several different settings and levels of care, such as hospitals, clinics, in-home services and schools. I have had my own practice for 13 years. My clients come to me with a desire to address issues around self-worth/self -esteem, relationship issues/divorce, perfectionism, support for the spouse or family member of an addict, and anxiety. At this time, I am no longer seeing adolescents under 18.
Immediate telehealth weekend appointments available Saturdays- I am an LMHC and an Art Therapist with 20 years of experience in the field. My experience spans several different settings and levels of care, such as hospitals, clinics, in-home services and schools. I have had my own practice for 13 years. My clients come to me with a desire to address issues around self-worth/self -esteem, relationship issues/divorce, perfectionism, support for the spouse or family member of an addict, and anxiety. At this time, I am no longer seeing adolescents under 18.
In my gentle and collaborative style of practice, I support the well being of my clients as they navigate life’s transitions and challenges. With over a decade of clinical work in hospice and outpatient mental health settings, I understand that change and transitions are unavoidable and often uncomfortable features of life. I approach our process from a strengths perspective which will identify your unique abilities, wisdom, and inner resources. We will focus on discovering and practicing skills which will become your tool kit for living your best life.
In my gentle and collaborative style of practice, I support the well being of my clients as they navigate life’s transitions and challenges. With over a decade of clinical work in hospice and outpatient mental health settings, I understand that change and transitions are unavoidable and often uncomfortable features of life. I approach our process from a strengths perspective which will identify your unique abilities, wisdom, and inner resources. We will focus on discovering and practicing skills which will become your tool kit for living your best life.
Sage Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sharon, MA 02067
Waitlist for new clients
After more than 20 years of talking with people who are struggling with their lives both individually and in relationships, I am very aware of what helps people find their way. In part it is educational, helping to give an understanding of how our minds work. Knowledge is power. It is also, in part, helping to people to discover their own voice, their sense of self and the power they have to create the kind of life they wish to lead. We all have an innate desire to be fully human. I see it as my task to help people discover their humanity.
After more than 20 years of talking with people who are struggling with their lives both individually and in relationships, I am very aware of what helps people find their way. In part it is educational, helping to give an understanding of how our minds work. Knowledge is power. It is also, in part, helping to people to discover their own voice, their sense of self and the power they have to create the kind of life they wish to lead. We all have an innate desire to be fully human. I see it as my task to help people discover their humanity.
Renz Counseling, LLC / Cathy Renz, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sharon, MA 02067 (Online Only)
**TELEHEALTH OFFERED!** With warmth, kindness and seriousness, we work with children, adults, couples and adolescents to manage the often profound stresses of marriage/relationships, work/school and identity. We work to help clients better understand their own histories, and how past hurt, trauma or turmoil can impact their current relationships. In our private practice, we work with people to strengthen their resilience and identify strategies for coping.
**TELEHEALTH OFFERED!** With warmth, kindness and seriousness, we work with children, adults, couples and adolescents to manage the often profound stresses of marriage/relationships, work/school and identity. We work to help clients better understand their own histories, and how past hurt, trauma or turmoil can impact their current relationships. In our private practice, we work with people to strengthen their resilience and identify strategies for coping.
The purpose of life is to live a joyous existence. Sometimes easier said than done. But therapy is about empowering people to do just that. Figuring out how to, for example, like yourself better; unapologetically and adeptly be the real you; engage meaningfully and effectively with others; recover from an affair or other breach of trust; navigate divorce and remarriage. What you privately think & feel about yourself; what you think and feel about your relationships, and how skillfully you operate are fundamental to quality of life. I have over 30 years experience assisting individuals and couples achieve their best lives.
The purpose of life is to live a joyous existence. Sometimes easier said than done. But therapy is about empowering people to do just that. Figuring out how to, for example, like yourself better; unapologetically and adeptly be the real you; engage meaningfully and effectively with others; recover from an affair or other breach of trust; navigate divorce and remarriage. What you privately think & feel about yourself; what you think and feel about your relationships, and how skillfully you operate are fundamental to quality of life. I have over 30 years experience assisting individuals and couples achieve their best lives.
I have been providing individual and family treatment with children, adolescents ,and adults in a variety of settings, including Early Intervention, the League School, in and out patient psychiatry (Tufts New England Medical Center and Beth Israel),and multi-specialty medical groups(Goddard and Dedham Medical Associates). Currently,I have a private practice specializing in child and family treatment utilizing many of the approaches learned in my work in developmentally based child clinical programs.
I have been providing individual and family treatment with children, adolescents ,and adults in a variety of settings, including Early Intervention, the League School, in and out patient psychiatry (Tufts New England Medical Center and Beth Israel),and multi-specialty medical groups(Goddard and Dedham Medical Associates). Currently,I have a private practice specializing in child and family treatment utilizing many of the approaches learned in my work in developmentally based child clinical programs.
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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.