Psychodynamic Therapists in Pennington, NJ
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Tina Montagna-Tate
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pennington, NJ 08534
I have an eclectic style, informed by my graduate and post-graduate training in psychodynamic theory, creative arts in therapy, family systems theory and the application of Cognitive Behavioral techniques.
I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of clinical experience providing highly individualized, effective treatment for a wide range of emotional, psychological and adjustment related concerns. Being a seasoned clinician, I have a deep knowledge base, with training in many therapeutic theories. This allows me to develop interventions that will best assist you in reaching your goals.
I have an eclectic style, informed by my graduate and post-graduate training in psychodynamic theory, creative arts in therapy, family systems theory and the application of Cognitive Behavioral techniques.
I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of clinical experience providing highly individualized, effective treatment for a wide range of emotional, psychological and adjustment related concerns. Being a seasoned clinician, I have a deep knowledge base, with training in many therapeutic theories. This allows me to develop interventions that will best assist you in reaching your goals.
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Nancy Barich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSS, MA
Verified Verified
Pennington, NJ 08534 (Online Only)
Nancy grounds her practice in psychodynamic theory, Bowen Family Systems theory, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy among other modalities.
Nancy Barich, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice in the Princeton area. She is a safe, supportive partner with college students, adults, couples, & families. She treats a range of issues that get in the way of truly enjoying life including anxiety, depression, sexual/gender identity, family conflict, grief and loss, & transitions due to major life changes. Nancy has an undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, & graduate degrees from Columbia Teachers College and Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work. Nancy also helps lead a global mindfulness-based stress reduction organization.
Nancy grounds her practice in psychodynamic theory, Bowen Family Systems theory, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy among other modalities.
Nancy Barich, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice in the Princeton area. She is a safe, supportive partner with college students, adults, couples, & families. She treats a range of issues that get in the way of truly enjoying life including anxiety, depression, sexual/gender identity, family conflict, grief and loss, & transitions due to major life changes. Nancy has an undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, & graduate degrees from Columbia Teachers College and Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work. Nancy also helps lead a global mindfulness-based stress reduction organization.
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Sandra Weldon LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
My approach utilizes cognitive behavioral techniques, Psychodynamic Therapy, mindfulness, Neuro-linguistic Programming, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, & interactive solution-focused & client-centered therapies.
I am firm believer in the philosophy that the only constant in life is change. I work together with my patient to allow them to recognize that accepting change is an important quality for a successful and happy life. I value specifically tailoring a treatment plan to the individual to ensure we have a compassionate and understanding relationship on the road towards personal betterment/growth. I treat children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. I also provide counseling to couples and families.
My approach utilizes cognitive behavioral techniques, Psychodynamic Therapy, mindfulness, Neuro-linguistic Programming, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, & interactive solution-focused & client-centered therapies.
I am firm believer in the philosophy that the only constant in life is change. I work together with my patient to allow them to recognize that accepting change is an important quality for a successful and happy life. I value specifically tailoring a treatment plan to the individual to ensure we have a compassionate and understanding relationship on the road towards personal betterment/growth. I treat children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. I also provide counseling to couples and families.
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Emily Gilmore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
My area of specialized training is in EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and psychodynamic therapies.
Offering in-person and virtual sessions! I come with a curiosity about attachment and early stages of development. My treatment approach is to help restore connection to yourself and your relationships through psychodynamic and trauma-informed therapies. Many people share how their negative beliefs and emotional discomfort can “feel stuck” in their mind and nervous system. I work with clients to resolve present day problems and longstanding patterns in their lives (anxiety, phobias, PTSD, Depression and so on.) through the integration of mind, body and brain processing techniques.
My area of specialized training is in EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and psychodynamic therapies.
Offering in-person and virtual sessions! I come with a curiosity about attachment and early stages of development. My treatment approach is to help restore connection to yourself and your relationships through psychodynamic and trauma-informed therapies. Many people share how their negative beliefs and emotional discomfort can “feel stuck” in their mind and nervous system. I work with clients to resolve present day problems and longstanding patterns in their lives (anxiety, phobias, PTSD, Depression and so on.) through the integration of mind, body and brain processing techniques.
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Approaches used by our therapists include CBT, trauma-informed CBT, polyvagal approach, psychodynamic therapy, client-centered therapy, mindfulness, DBT, family systems, the mind-body connection, and others.
At Inner Peace Behavioral Health, our therapists and staff value each and every client that comes through our door. The goal is to work together with clients towards increased personal insight, improved relationships, healing, and personal growth.
Approaches used by our therapists include CBT, trauma-informed CBT, polyvagal approach, psychodynamic therapy, client-centered therapy, mindfulness, DBT, family systems, the mind-body connection, and others.
At Inner Peace Behavioral Health, our therapists and staff value each and every client that comes through our door. The goal is to work together with clients towards increased personal insight, improved relationships, healing, and personal growth.
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I also have training in the most researched and effective psychotherapies-- Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I have over 20 years of experience helping adolescents, adults, and couples navigate difficult times, confusing and debilitating feelings, and complicated relationships. My treatment approach starts with the client--with the belief that everyone is exquisitely unique--and therefore therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I believe that being genuine with clients is essential; in my office you will find a healing conversation, not talking to a stone wall.
I also have training in the most researched and effective psychotherapies-- Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I have over 20 years of experience helping adolescents, adults, and couples navigate difficult times, confusing and debilitating feelings, and complicated relationships. My treatment approach starts with the client--with the belief that everyone is exquisitely unique--and therefore therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I believe that being genuine with clients is essential; in my office you will find a healing conversation, not talking to a stone wall.
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I use an integrative relational style that incorporates both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques.
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders. I have expertise in the treatment and recovery process of all types of eating disorders. Additional specialities include working with self-injurious behaviors, processing grief, post traumatic stress disorder, marital and relationship difficulties. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, including both individual and family/marital sessions.
I use an integrative relational style that incorporates both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques.
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders. I have expertise in the treatment and recovery process of all types of eating disorders. Additional specialities include working with self-injurious behaviors, processing grief, post traumatic stress disorder, marital and relationship difficulties. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, including both individual and family/marital sessions.
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My work with clients shows me that a balance of psychodynamic and mindfulness-based approaches can be life changing.
My practice offers caring and knowledgeable support. It takes courage to pursue therapy, so I provide a warm and non-judgmental environment in which effective therapy can take place. Areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, grief and loss, life transitions and relationship issues. In my practice I help you to consider and honor your whole self : mind, body emotions and spirit. Different approaches are called for at different times in life. Sometimes you just need extra support and coping strategies to get through a rough time, or sometimes going deeper to gain insight will transform old patterns.
My work with clients shows me that a balance of psychodynamic and mindfulness-based approaches can be life changing.
My practice offers caring and knowledgeable support. It takes courage to pursue therapy, so I provide a warm and non-judgmental environment in which effective therapy can take place. Areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, grief and loss, life transitions and relationship issues. In my practice I help you to consider and honor your whole self : mind, body emotions and spirit. Different approaches are called for at different times in life. Sometimes you just need extra support and coping strategies to get through a rough time, or sometimes going deeper to gain insight will transform old patterns.
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Julia A. Little
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pennington, NJ 08534 (Online Only)
My practice blends traditional Psychodynamic "Talk Therapy" with aspects of Strengths-Based, CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative techniques according to each client's needs.
There are times in life we all need someone to talk to. Whether you struggle with anxiety or depression or are trying to cope with a recent change or loss, no concern is too big to work through together. I will provide a safe, comfortable, private space for you to unload your worries, untangle your conflicts, and plan and dream for your future. Most importantly, I will listen to you, respect you, and care about you. I look forward to hearing your story, and helping you craft the next chapter.
My practice blends traditional Psychodynamic "Talk Therapy" with aspects of Strengths-Based, CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative techniques according to each client's needs.
There are times in life we all need someone to talk to. Whether you struggle with anxiety or depression or are trying to cope with a recent change or loss, no concern is too big to work through together. I will provide a safe, comfortable, private space for you to unload your worries, untangle your conflicts, and plan and dream for your future. Most importantly, I will listen to you, respect you, and care about you. I look forward to hearing your story, and helping you craft the next chapter.
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Alex Epply-Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
When working with immediate areas of concern for clients, I use techniques from CBT and ACT to help clients develop problem-solving skills, identify who they want to become and reduce stress and anxiety. If you're experiencing unresolved difficult past experiences, I use Attachment Theory. I have a particular interest in helping adolescents develop insights and skills to create a personally meaningful life. I have experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, academic stress, and relationship difficulties. I currently work as a therapist at both Princeton University and Inner Balance Psychology.
When working with immediate areas of concern for clients, I use techniques from CBT and ACT to help clients develop problem-solving skills, identify who they want to become and reduce stress and anxiety. If you're experiencing unresolved difficult past experiences, I use Attachment Theory. I have a particular interest in helping adolescents develop insights and skills to create a personally meaningful life. I have experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, academic stress, and relationship difficulties. I currently work as a therapist at both Princeton University and Inner Balance Psychology.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist, and have been working with clients for over 30 years. In addition to years of experience, I bring a balance of careful listening, warmth, respectful feedback and skill building to my work with clients. I work with individuals and couples, and would be glad to speak with you about your concerns.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, and have been working with clients for over 30 years. In addition to years of experience, I bring a balance of careful listening, warmth, respectful feedback and skill building to my work with clients. I work with individuals and couples, and would be glad to speak with you about your concerns.
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Megan Furnish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
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My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns in their lives and interpersonal relationships. I incorporate a blend of conventional and alternative approaches and determine which style of therapy will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, I work with clients to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns in their lives and interpersonal relationships. I incorporate a blend of conventional and alternative approaches and determine which style of therapy will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, I work with clients to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
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Greetings ! If you would like to learn about my background and services, I encourage you to read on. Possessing over 20 years of clinical experience in the prevention, diagnosing, and treatment of behavioral health conditions for a broad range of presenting issues, I now focus care on two specific client populations: 1. high achieving and motivated late adolescents/young adults (age 16 through 25); and, 2. business professionals.
Greetings ! If you would like to learn about my background and services, I encourage you to read on. Possessing over 20 years of clinical experience in the prevention, diagnosing, and treatment of behavioral health conditions for a broad range of presenting issues, I now focus care on two specific client populations: 1. high achieving and motivated late adolescents/young adults (age 16 through 25); and, 2. business professionals.
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Jamie Norton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
If you’re feeling lost, confused, or stuck and unsure how to proceed — talking it through in therapy can make all the difference. I have 10+ years of experience supporting individuals and couples break free from unhelpful patterns. I guide clients by fostering space for exploration and curiosity while also integrating actionable practical tools. I specialize in helping people process their trauma, get relief from anxiety and depression, understand and set boundaries, and improve relationship functioning. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, strengths-based, and empathic.
If you’re feeling lost, confused, or stuck and unsure how to proceed — talking it through in therapy can make all the difference. I have 10+ years of experience supporting individuals and couples break free from unhelpful patterns. I guide clients by fostering space for exploration and curiosity while also integrating actionable practical tools. I specialize in helping people process their trauma, get relief from anxiety and depression, understand and set boundaries, and improve relationship functioning. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, strengths-based, and empathic.
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Our practice specializes in neuropsychological and psychological assessment for learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, traumatic brain injury and medical legal and forensic assessment, including child custody, fitness for duty and psychological and neuropsychological damages evaluations. We also specialize in treatment of PTSD, anxiety, dissociative disorders and traumatic brain injury. As well as testing we do psychotherapy, biofeedback, neurofeedback, EMDR, cognitive rehabilitation, and medical referral as appropriate and as needed.
Our practice specializes in neuropsychological and psychological assessment for learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, traumatic brain injury and medical legal and forensic assessment, including child custody, fitness for duty and psychological and neuropsychological damages evaluations. We also specialize in treatment of PTSD, anxiety, dissociative disorders and traumatic brain injury. As well as testing we do psychotherapy, biofeedback, neurofeedback, EMDR, cognitive rehabilitation, and medical referral as appropriate and as needed.
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What is Art Therapy? This is the number one question asked of me. Briefly, as defined by the American Art Therapy Association (AATA), "Art therapy is a mental health profession in which clients, facilitated by the art therapist, use art media, the creative process, and the resulting artwork to explore their feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behavior and addictions, develop social skills, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, and increase self-esteem. A goal in art therapy is to improve or restore a client's functioning and his/her sense of personal well-being." The creative process lends itself readily to meeting the individual where they are at in the present moment. My personal style mirrors this. I utilize both the non-verbal and verbal processes to facilitate understanding, awareness and growth. My particular areas of expertise are grief/loss, attachment issues (i.e.foster care/adoption), trauma, mood instability, and disordered personality.
What is Art Therapy? This is the number one question asked of me. Briefly, as defined by the American Art Therapy Association (AATA), "Art therapy is a mental health profession in which clients, facilitated by the art therapist, use art media, the creative process, and the resulting artwork to explore their feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behavior and addictions, develop social skills, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, and increase self-esteem. A goal in art therapy is to improve or restore a client's functioning and his/her sense of personal well-being." The creative process lends itself readily to meeting the individual where they are at in the present moment. My personal style mirrors this. I utilize both the non-verbal and verbal processes to facilitate understanding, awareness and growth. My particular areas of expertise are grief/loss, attachment issues (i.e.foster care/adoption), trauma, mood instability, and disordered personality.
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Sarah Brangwynne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Pennington, NJ 08534
Welcome! I am so glad you are taking the first steps to feeling better. Whether you are suffering from relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, loss, trauma or just need someone to talk to about your life, I welcome you to reach out to see if my services and treatment are right for you. I offer traditional psychotherapy, expressive therapy, and holistic coaching depending on what is needed. My specialty is women’s reproductive mental health and wellness and I am also completing advanced training in grief, loss, and trauma. I see adults and older teens with a variety of problems and needs.
Welcome! I am so glad you are taking the first steps to feeling better. Whether you are suffering from relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, loss, trauma or just need someone to talk to about your life, I welcome you to reach out to see if my services and treatment are right for you. I offer traditional psychotherapy, expressive therapy, and holistic coaching depending on what is needed. My specialty is women’s reproductive mental health and wellness and I am also completing advanced training in grief, loss, and trauma. I see adults and older teens with a variety of problems and needs.
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Camille A Bloomberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, CPS
Verified Verified
Pennington, NJ 08534
Issues: Behavioral issues, Coping Skills, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief, Peer relationships, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self esteem, Stress, Codependency, Addiction issues, Depression, Anxiety, Life transitions, Martial and Premarital, Parenting, Substance Abuse and Career counseling.
Issues: Behavioral issues, Coping Skills, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief, Peer relationships, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self esteem, Stress, Codependency, Addiction issues, Depression, Anxiety, Life transitions, Martial and Premarital, Parenting, Substance Abuse and Career counseling.
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Jocelyn Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Pennington, NJ 08534
You can do hard things... that’s what led you here! Welcome. I hope you feel proud of ‘showing up’ today. We all want and deserve to feel seen; yet it is often uncomfortable for us to invite in vulnerability and allow others to see us, genuinely and authentically as we are. Sometimes, it’s even hard for us to see and accept ourselves. I believe strong therapeutic alliances and environments foster safe and brave space to explore existential questions, sit with thoughts and feelings, challenge internalized messages, societal norms, expectations and systems that cause us to feel boxed in.
You can do hard things... that’s what led you here! Welcome. I hope you feel proud of ‘showing up’ today. We all want and deserve to feel seen; yet it is often uncomfortable for us to invite in vulnerability and allow others to see us, genuinely and authentically as we are. Sometimes, it’s even hard for us to see and accept ourselves. I believe strong therapeutic alliances and environments foster safe and brave space to explore existential questions, sit with thoughts and feelings, challenge internalized messages, societal norms, expectations and systems that cause us to feel boxed in.
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Jessica Flint
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
It's hard to ask for help, so you have taken a really good first step in finding help and feeling better. A significant piece of meaningful and effective therapy is the relationship you have with your therapist. When it's the right fit, therapy can be a wonderful part of your life and can lead to feeling more grounded, confident and empowered. I am grateful to be in this work. It is a privilege to hear the stories of my clients and be a part of their journey.
It's hard to ask for help, so you have taken a really good first step in finding help and feeling better. A significant piece of meaningful and effective therapy is the relationship you have with your therapist. When it's the right fit, therapy can be a wonderful part of your life and can lead to feeling more grounded, confident and empowered. I am grateful to be in this work. It is a privilege to hear the stories of my clients and be a part of their journey.
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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.