Psychodynamic Therapists in Princeton, NJ

Do you struggle with shame, depression, anxiety and self reproach about your compulsive eating? Are you also struggling with general anxiety and depression that is keeping you lonely and isolated even if you are in a relationship? In an empathic, collaborative manner I create a safe environment with a high level of skill, patience and creativity and sense of humor to help you make positive meaningful changes. My strong psychodynamic background is combined with other modalities in an integrated approach. Good therapy should offer knowledge and insight and provide practical tools to help you grow and strategies for coping.

I have over 30 years of expertise in working with clients of all ages and with a variety of issues. My goal is to teach you how to get in touch with your innate ability to heal yourself. Once you become centered in your core self you will develop coping skills that will provide you with the ability to handle the multitude of challenges that we all face in our lives.

Making the decision to engage in psychotherapy is an important step in healing from traumatic life events that leave emotional wounds long into adulthood. My approach to working with individuals suffering from traumatic stress comes from an understanding that trauma is stored in the body. Often traditional talk therapy is ineffective until one learns how to calm the body’s heightened state of anxiety and therefore allowing the mind to focus on healing rather than survival. Substance abuse is often an effective but maladaptive coping strategy for the emotional and physical stress responses that linger long after the traumatic experience is over. I assist clients who struggle with substances to discover the connection between their substance use and their trauma symptoms, and to develop new strategies for recovery that start with the body.

Do you feel like your life is changing, but you don't know how to cope? Do you wonder where to go from here? Sometimes the way we think and the things we do that have worked in the past, don't work anymore. It takes a deeper exploration to find new ways of being one's true self in the world. We are a group psychotherapy practice specializing in working with grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions and the anxiety and depression that often accompany these issues.

It's that "A-ha" moment. It's that look of recognition and relief. Those are the feelings I love to see when I've finally crossed the "psychological" bridge and have developed a connection with someone. Over the past 10 years, I have worked with children/adolescents struggling with numerous issues, such as ADHD, depression and family conflict. I provide a supportive and nurturing environment and in conjunction with positive reinforcement from parents, you start to see a change.

Welcome to my practice. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, adjustment disorders, and relationship conflicts. It is often difficult to decide to come to therapy, but this decision could be a life transforming experience. I'm here to help. I firmly believe in providing a safe and supportive environment that cultivates trust, empathy, and genuine care. My approach is soothing, engaging, and informative.

I have been a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania since 2003, and practicing in the Bucks County area as a Christian therapist since 1991. I have experience dealing with a wide range of issues and working with children, adolescents, and adults, in addition to teaching at the graduate level. I get tremendous joy from seeing people take their troubling symptoms, the panic attacks, the depressed mood, the self-defeating patterns of relating, and use them to build the self-understanding and character strength necessary to boldly love and experience the kind of intimacy in relationships they never thought possible.

It takes courage to start therapy. To become aware of old beliefs & behaviors that no longer work. To be open to healing from the past and creating a more authentic & fulfilling future. I use an integrative approach, combining Psychodynamic theory, CBT, as well as concepts from Evolutionary Psychology to guide my clients through this process. As needed, I also add in several science-based stress management interventions, such as: breathing techniques, progressive muscle relaxation, positive visualizations, etc. My clients report they feel more relaxed, less reactive and just generally happier over time.

I am here to support you as an individual, a couple, or a family. If you are experiencing stress, depression, or anxiety due to a change in your circumstances, or to ongoing relationship problems, my goal is to assist you to heal and resolve difficulties. I work with many different family and marital issues, including helping adoptive families. I welcome couples and families, including young children, with whom I work in close consultation with their parents. Cómo terapeuta bilingual, estoy aquí para apoyar a Ud. como individuo, pareja, o familia.

Hi, I'm Courtney! Thank you so much for considering me for your mental health needs! First and foremost, I hope that you are proud of yourself for taking this step toward improving your mental health. Investing in your mental health is one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself! Let me share with you a bit about myself. I received my Masters of Social Work with a clinical concentration from Widener University in Pennsylvania. After receiving my degree I began my career in a behavioral health hospital working with individuals and their loved ones following a crisis.

The most difficult times of our lives present the greatest opportunities to become our full, authentic selves. I work with both children and adults offering a warm, accepting, and safe space to grow and change. My philosophy is that every person is doing the best they can with what they have in the moment. My clients come to be to be fully seen, accepted, and understood. This allows them to see themselves in a new way and come into alignment with their best selves.

Are you juggling many balls wondering which one you might drop? Maybe you’re stressed about work, your boss, or about your relationships. You see it getting to you, your partner, or the well being of your children. Are you busy, socially visible and active, but feel “tired all of the time”, stuck or lacking a sense of purpose and meaning? 
You want to feel healthier, satisfied with your life and relationships, maximize your potential, wake up in the morning embracing your day with direction and purpose. Imagine what that life could look like.

Have you been wanting to make meaningful changes in your life but feel hesitant to start therapy? I know how courageous making this move is, and provide a relaxed, supportive atmosphere as you explore your emotional life. I partner with you to identify your goals for personal growth. Together we create a safe space for you to clarify patterns of behavior and thinking that may be bogging you down. We can look at repeated sources of disappointment or dissatisfaction so that you can grow away from them and into a more vibrant relation to yourself, others, and the world.

We're here to help you reach your therapy goals! At Lifebulb, we’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!

Have you ever tried to talk to someone but just felt like you couldn't tell them everything that was troubling you? I have been working with children, families, and adults for the past 23 years and strongly believe that if you don't feel connected with your treatment provider, trying to say what is troubling you can feel like you're swimming upstream. Most people find that my ability to empathize and truly understand their journey to find solutions makes it natural for them to feel connected to me. We can use our connection to build trust and safety, which can accelerate the process of change and healing.

>TELEHEALTH/VIDEO AND IN-PERSON SESSIONS AVAILABLE < Though change is a fundamental part of being human, it can sometimes be a difficult process. Anxiety, depression, stressful mental and physical conditions, and unhealthy behavior patterns that often accompany change can be eased with therapy. Choosing a psychotherapist is an important step, and a good fit between therapist and client is a part of that process. I offer you a safe and interactive atmosphere where you will be heard, supported and given feedback.

I believe that therapy is an experience that can help process emotions and increase self-awareness. It helps find patterns in behaviors from the past and present and provides you with the knowledge and encouragement to become the best version of yourself. I strive to ensure that you feel supported, validated, and at ease. My approach is LGBTQIA+-affirming, anti-oppressive and anti-racist. My clients would describe me as warm, honest, and genuine. I am someone who is dedicated to your happiness and success.

We're here to help you reach your therapy goals! At Lifebulb, we’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!

There are times in life when we find ourselves feeling unbalanced, unsatisfied, lonely, or hurt. Healing and change begin when we feel deeply heard. I am a Registered Play Therapist and am skilled at helping children express their feelings, experiences and deep emotions. I meet each client with warmth and genuine curiosity as I am taught about their life experiences. Together we identify and challenge roadblocks to healthy coping, growing and thriving. I approach my therapeutic work with the ability to listen, to play and to be solutions-oriented.