Psychodynamic Therapists in Haddon Heights, NJ
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Jillian Arend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 (Online Only)
Welcome to Insightful Therapy, where healing and growth is at the heart of my work. I am dedicated to equipping clients with the necessary tools to enhance their lives and mental well-being, regardless of the obstacles they encounter. Every individual holds the potential for personal growth and the capacity to transform their lives through therapy. Employing a tailored therapeutic approach, I collaborate with each client to effectively address their unique needs and aspirations.
Welcome to Insightful Therapy, where healing and growth is at the heart of my work. I am dedicated to equipping clients with the necessary tools to enhance their lives and mental well-being, regardless of the obstacles they encounter. Every individual holds the potential for personal growth and the capacity to transform their lives through therapy. Employing a tailored therapeutic approach, I collaborate with each client to effectively address their unique needs and aspirations.
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Michael ' Scot ' Ailes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
I have worked for over 20 years as a therapist and clinical supervisor helping adults, couples, teenagers, and children. I believe there is a reason for whatever you are struggling with in your life, with a child, or in your relationships. I have a respectful and focused approach that helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings, and if needed to heal from experiences from the past that may be holding you back. I listen carefully to what is not working and help you or your child to develop strategies and approaches that better meet everyone's needs.
I have worked for over 20 years as a therapist and clinical supervisor helping adults, couples, teenagers, and children. I believe there is a reason for whatever you are struggling with in your life, with a child, or in your relationships. I have a respectful and focused approach that helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings, and if needed to heal from experiences from the past that may be holding you back. I listen carefully to what is not working and help you or your child to develop strategies and approaches that better meet everyone's needs.
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Mandi C Houser-Puschel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, ACS, ERYT
Verified Verified
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
Accepting New Daytime Clients - I have experience working with people who struggle with anxiety, panic, depression and Complex PTSD. I worked in community mental health for many years and was the coordinator of a family counseling program prior to transitioning to private practice. I have experience working with older teens (18yo-19yo) as well as adults in helping them through life transitions. I enjoy working with clients who are open to using mindfulness and yoga as therapeutic interventions. I was trained in Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga which is an evidenced based treatment for Developmental Trauma and Complex PTSD.
Accepting New Daytime Clients - I have experience working with people who struggle with anxiety, panic, depression and Complex PTSD. I worked in community mental health for many years and was the coordinator of a family counseling program prior to transitioning to private practice. I have experience working with older teens (18yo-19yo) as well as adults in helping them through life transitions. I enjoy working with clients who are open to using mindfulness and yoga as therapeutic interventions. I was trained in Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga which is an evidenced based treatment for Developmental Trauma and Complex PTSD.
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I love to work with couples and individuals who feel disconnected in their relationships. This includes struggles with ineffective communication styles, feeling stuck in negative patterns, and painful feelings around abandonment or rejection. My approach to therapy involves creating a safe and accepting space to get in touch with the feelings beneath the conflict and discomfort. Oftentimes, there are wounds from past relationship experiences contributing to present-day issues that can inform not only where we are stuck, but how to get unstuck.
I love to work with couples and individuals who feel disconnected in their relationships. This includes struggles with ineffective communication styles, feeling stuck in negative patterns, and painful feelings around abandonment or rejection. My approach to therapy involves creating a safe and accepting space to get in touch with the feelings beneath the conflict and discomfort. Oftentimes, there are wounds from past relationship experiences contributing to present-day issues that can inform not only where we are stuck, but how to get unstuck.
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Arlene K Licata
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
Welcome to my practice! There are many reasons that you might seek professional help. At the root of them all is the desire to improve yourself, your life, or your relationship(s). For me, being a therapist means sharing my humanity with others, while maintaining an objective perspective that facilitates learning and change. My office is a nurturing space where you can take some time for yourself in the presence of a supportive counselor. My purpose is to provide comfort and safety as well as the guidance and focus that will help you reach the best resolutions to your challenges.
Welcome to my practice! There are many reasons that you might seek professional help. At the root of them all is the desire to improve yourself, your life, or your relationship(s). For me, being a therapist means sharing my humanity with others, while maintaining an objective perspective that facilitates learning and change. My office is a nurturing space where you can take some time for yourself in the presence of a supportive counselor. My purpose is to provide comfort and safety as well as the guidance and focus that will help you reach the best resolutions to your challenges.
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Tracy Carpenter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NJSSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 (Online Only)
I love working with people who are motivated, dedicated, curious about improving their mental health and maintaining their mental health. They also often want to understand the patterns they have learned and developed over the years, how that happened, and how we can try to make things better. Whether you are 18 or 81, my goal is to support you, listen, and figure out what you need and how to make it happen.
I love working with people who are motivated, dedicated, curious about improving their mental health and maintaining their mental health. They also often want to understand the patterns they have learned and developed over the years, how that happened, and how we can try to make things better. Whether you are 18 or 81, my goal is to support you, listen, and figure out what you need and how to make it happen.
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
More Therapists Nearby
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My approach to therapy is an integration of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy.
TELE-HEALTH SESSIONS NOW AVAILABLE. I treat clients who are trying to overcome stress, depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and relationship issues. I am committed to help you understand the meaning of your emotional pain and heal the wounds that block you from living the fulfilling life you want to live! Typically, clients come to me concerned about their place in life; unhappy with who they have become, and wanting more of a sense of direction, purpose, and meaning. I believe that individuals do their best to deal with their problems, but are hindered by coping strategies that have outlived their usefulness.
My approach to therapy is an integration of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy.
TELE-HEALTH SESSIONS NOW AVAILABLE. I treat clients who are trying to overcome stress, depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and relationship issues. I am committed to help you understand the meaning of your emotional pain and heal the wounds that block you from living the fulfilling life you want to live! Typically, clients come to me concerned about their place in life; unhappy with who they have become, and wanting more of a sense of direction, purpose, and meaning. I believe that individuals do their best to deal with their problems, but are hindered by coping strategies that have outlived their usefulness.
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Heather Novack Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Collingswood, NJ 08108
I approach treatment as a collaboration between two partners, working together to deepen our understanding of your concerns, and construct alternative ways of thinking, being, relating and feeling. As a relational psychodynamic therapist, I consider our relationship an essential mechanism of change.
I approach treatment as a collaboration between two partners, working together to deepen our understanding of your concerns, and construct alternative ways of thinking, being, relating and feeling. As a relational psychodynamic therapist, I consider our relationship an essential mechanism of change.
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Dr. Sue Hoey
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Haddonfield, NJ 08033
With this training, I bring years of expertise in psychodynamic / systems thinking, and a background in assessment / evaluation.
I am a hard-working, passionate, and empathic person who is dedicated to her clients. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families; however, I see individuals of all ages with a variety of presenting issues (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression, postpartum mood disorders, such as postpartum depression, grief / loss, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders). It is important for my clients to be aware that in addition to obtaining my LPC, I have finished extensive training in the field of psychology as I completed an APA accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
With this training, I bring years of expertise in psychodynamic / systems thinking, and a background in assessment / evaluation.
I am a hard-working, passionate, and empathic person who is dedicated to her clients. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families; however, I see individuals of all ages with a variety of presenting issues (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression, postpartum mood disorders, such as postpartum depression, grief / loss, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders). It is important for my clients to be aware that in addition to obtaining my LPC, I have finished extensive training in the field of psychology as I completed an APA accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Laura Geftman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Haddonfield, NJ 08033 (Online Only)
My approach integrates cognitive behavioral, harm reduction, mindfulness, humanistic, & psychodynamic processing.
I am here for you. When times are tough, it’s important to have the right support to nurture hope, focus on strength, and harness the power of uncertainty. You can stop surviving and start living again. Together we can explore the darkness & the light, and find your way thru it. We will tailor an approach to support your intentions, needs, and goals. You will become more aware of your core beliefs and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. You’ll find our work to discover insight, self-acceptance, and freedom challenging but also profoundly supportive.
My approach integrates cognitive behavioral, harm reduction, mindfulness, humanistic, & psychodynamic processing.
I am here for you. When times are tough, it’s important to have the right support to nurture hope, focus on strength, and harness the power of uncertainty. You can stop surviving and start living again. Together we can explore the darkness & the light, and find your way thru it. We will tailor an approach to support your intentions, needs, and goals. You will become more aware of your core beliefs and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. You’ll find our work to discover insight, self-acceptance, and freedom challenging but also profoundly supportive.
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Marissa L Turchi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haddonfield, NJ 08033
My therapeutic approach is integrative, combining mainly psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and attachment perspectives.
The greatest gift you can give yourself is to embrace the power to be you without reservation. As a compassionate therapist, I work from a place of empowerment, helping people to navigate their internal struggles while restoring hope in themselves to eventually reach their inner contentment. Together, we will explore one’s relationship with self and others, cultivating coping skills and personal growth.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, combining mainly psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and attachment perspectives.
The greatest gift you can give yourself is to embrace the power to be you without reservation. As a compassionate therapist, I work from a place of empowerment, helping people to navigate their internal struggles while restoring hope in themselves to eventually reach their inner contentment. Together, we will explore one’s relationship with self and others, cultivating coping skills and personal growth.
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I work with individuals and couples using cognitive and psychodynamic methods to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. I also offer life coaching to help you meet your goals and achieve greater life satisfaction. Relationship and marriage counseling focuses on rekindling friendship and improving communication. Our focus will be reducing mental health symptoms, clearing the roadblocks preventing you from accomplishing goals, and helping you move toward greater happiness and contentment. Meetings are available at the New Jersey Therapy and Life Coaching Voorhees NJ office or online.
I work with individuals and couples using cognitive and psychodynamic methods to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. I also offer life coaching to help you meet your goals and achieve greater life satisfaction. Relationship and marriage counseling focuses on rekindling friendship and improving communication. Our focus will be reducing mental health symptoms, clearing the roadblocks preventing you from accomplishing goals, and helping you move toward greater happiness and contentment. Meetings are available at the New Jersey Therapy and Life Coaching Voorhees NJ office or online.
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I am a trauma-informed psychologist/therapist, well-versed in CBT, IFS, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and Gottman-based treatment modalities.
My emphasis is mainly on helping you to reduce your clinical symptoms. However I also place a major emphasis on helping you build up your overall courage and self-worth, as well as on you gaining appreciation for your personal strengths and resiliency. My ideal client is anyone who is motivated to work hard, to remain open to being challenged while being comforted and supported too, and to face personal truths which can be difficult for you to face. My therapeutic style blends compassion and support with a big "dose" of directive challenging on a sensitively-timed basis. I look forward to working with you if you reach out!
I am a trauma-informed psychologist/therapist, well-versed in CBT, IFS, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and Gottman-based treatment modalities.
My emphasis is mainly on helping you to reduce your clinical symptoms. However I also place a major emphasis on helping you build up your overall courage and self-worth, as well as on you gaining appreciation for your personal strengths and resiliency. My ideal client is anyone who is motivated to work hard, to remain open to being challenged while being comforted and supported too, and to face personal truths which can be difficult for you to face. My therapeutic style blends compassion and support with a big "dose" of directive challenging on a sensitively-timed basis. I look forward to working with you if you reach out!
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Rebecca Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingswood, NJ 08108 (Online Only)
I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and innermost experiences. By fostering a collaborative relationship, I aim to empower you to gain insights into your challenges, develop new skills, and process your past in order to feel more grounded in your present and future. My clinical strengths include depression, adult ADHD, trauma, social anxiety, childhood sexual assault, as well as relational & transitional issues, including pregnancy and parenthood. She is knowledgeable in a wide range of techniques, including Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and innermost experiences. By fostering a collaborative relationship, I aim to empower you to gain insights into your challenges, develop new skills, and process your past in order to feel more grounded in your present and future. My clinical strengths include depression, adult ADHD, trauma, social anxiety, childhood sexual assault, as well as relational & transitional issues, including pregnancy and parenthood. She is knowledgeable in a wide range of techniques, including Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
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Kristen was clinically trained in the psychodynamic and humanistic traditions.
Kristen Curtis is a clinically based psychotherapist with 12 years of experience practicing in Collingswood NJ. Having recently relocated from Vermont Kristen continues to see clients from both Vermont and the Southern New Jersey region. Over the years Kristen has seen a variety of clients from diverse backgrounds sharing similar life struggles spanning relationship issues, personal loss, childhood abuse, mood disorders, anxiety and neurodiversity diagnosis such as ADD/ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Kristen is passionate about providing conscious and humanistic care to people of all walks of life.
Kristen was clinically trained in the psychodynamic and humanistic traditions.
Kristen Curtis is a clinically based psychotherapist with 12 years of experience practicing in Collingswood NJ. Having recently relocated from Vermont Kristen continues to see clients from both Vermont and the Southern New Jersey region. Over the years Kristen has seen a variety of clients from diverse backgrounds sharing similar life struggles spanning relationship issues, personal loss, childhood abuse, mood disorders, anxiety and neurodiversity diagnosis such as ADD/ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Kristen is passionate about providing conscious and humanistic care to people of all walks of life.
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I draw on elements of CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
I draw on elements of CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
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I have been practicing for 30+ years, and I am committed to working with you collaboratively, to create a therapeutic environment that is safe and one which recognizes that it takes courage to begin to address one's pain. My training is eclectic, which allows me to find the best way to help you to feel yourself, again, whether that may include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight-oriented, psychodynamic therapy, relaxation/mindfulness training or some other therapeutic path to personal change.
I have been practicing for 30+ years, and I am committed to working with you collaboratively, to create a therapeutic environment that is safe and one which recognizes that it takes courage to begin to address one's pain. My training is eclectic, which allows me to find the best way to help you to feel yourself, again, whether that may include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight-oriented, psychodynamic therapy, relaxation/mindfulness training or some other therapeutic path to personal change.
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I utilize a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, with a strong emphasis on psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I believe therapy is a profoundly collaborative and relational process. I will work alongside you to help you in achieving a deeper understanding and awareness of your experiences, patterns, and emotions, so that you can make desired changes and foster personal growth. I believe that developing a deeper understanding of yourself creates a space to be able to work through and resolve internal and relational conflicts, uncover the links between your past and present, and ultimately develop a future that is both intentional and fulfilling.
I utilize a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, with a strong emphasis on psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I believe therapy is a profoundly collaborative and relational process. I will work alongside you to help you in achieving a deeper understanding and awareness of your experiences, patterns, and emotions, so that you can make desired changes and foster personal growth. I believe that developing a deeper understanding of yourself creates a space to be able to work through and resolve internal and relational conflicts, uncover the links between your past and present, and ultimately develop a future that is both intentional and fulfilling.
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My style blends elements of faith-based, existential, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral counseling.
Hey, I'm Marisol Charernsook! With 20 years under my belt, I've been all over— from mental health programs to community settings. Whether it's tough relationship stuff or battling anxiety and depression, I've got your back. I know taking the leap into therapy can be daunting, but trust me, you're making the right move. Welcome aboard!
My style blends elements of faith-based, existential, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral counseling.
Hey, I'm Marisol Charernsook! With 20 years under my belt, I've been all over— from mental health programs to community settings. Whether it's tough relationship stuff or battling anxiety and depression, I've got your back. I know taking the leap into therapy can be daunting, but trust me, you're making the right move. Welcome aboard!
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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.