Psychodynamic Therapists in Ridgewood, NJ
I try to devise a treatment plan that is tailored to the individual, and to integrate psychodynamic principles with techniques from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in full-time private practice. I have had post-doctoral training in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, and have received certification in medical hypnosis. I work with a diverse patient caseload, dealing with the spectrum of anxiety disorders (panic, generalized anxiety, OCD), as well as depressive disorders, and stress-related conditions, including psychsomatic problems such as back pain. I also work extensively with patients with relationship issues, in both individual and couple therapy settings. I am also available for psychological testing, including intelligence and personality testing. In addition, I provide training in mindfulness and marital communication skills.
I try to devise a treatment plan that is tailored to the individual, and to integrate psychodynamic principles with techniques from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in full-time private practice. I have had post-doctoral training in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, and have received certification in medical hypnosis. I work with a diverse patient caseload, dealing with the spectrum of anxiety disorders (panic, generalized anxiety, OCD), as well as depressive disorders, and stress-related conditions, including psychsomatic problems such as back pain. I also work extensively with patients with relationship issues, in both individual and couple therapy settings. I am also available for psychological testing, including intelligence and personality testing. In addition, I provide training in mindfulness and marital communication skills.
His strengths-based approach includes a range of psychodynamic and somatic skill development.
Thank you for your interest in mental health services offered by Ridgewood House. As founder of Ridgewood House, I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in reproductive mental health, adolescent wellbeing, bereavement, and life transitions (parenting, relationships, health issues, professional changes, etc.). My services are centered on providing customized care that authentically celebrates your individuality while promoting growth and healing at any stage in life. The Ridgewood House team also includes Matt Nicholas LSW, Jisin Lee LSW and Nikki Rigoli LSW.
His strengths-based approach includes a range of psychodynamic and somatic skill development.
Thank you for your interest in mental health services offered by Ridgewood House. As founder of Ridgewood House, I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in reproductive mental health, adolescent wellbeing, bereavement, and life transitions (parenting, relationships, health issues, professional changes, etc.). My services are centered on providing customized care that authentically celebrates your individuality while promoting growth and healing at any stage in life. The Ridgewood House team also includes Matt Nicholas LSW, Jisin Lee LSW and Nikki Rigoli LSW.
My orientation tends to be eclectic, using both psychodynamic and family systems theory.
As a clinical psychologist with almost 30 years experience in private practice, I specialize in working with couples and individuals around depression, relationship issues, and parenting. I am interested in the here and now of current relationships, but also pay attention to how past relationships and family history may play a role in current problems. I have a particular expertise in helping couples deal with affairs, infertility issues, adjustment to new parenthood and coping with children with special needs.
My orientation tends to be eclectic, using both psychodynamic and family systems theory.
As a clinical psychologist with almost 30 years experience in private practice, I specialize in working with couples and individuals around depression, relationship issues, and parenting. I am interested in the here and now of current relationships, but also pay attention to how past relationships and family history may play a role in current problems. I have a particular expertise in helping couples deal with affairs, infertility issues, adjustment to new parenthood and coping with children with special needs.
Mark Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (Online Only)
Techniques I use include Psychoanalytic/ Psychodynamic therapy: bringing unconscious issues into consciousness where they can be detoxified and released, Presence Psychotherapy and IFS: utilizing Presence Awareness as a regulating resource to heal and bring the disparate parts of one's Self into harmony, and Imago Relationship Therapy for couples.
I am a psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to help them resolve issues interfering with emotional and mental health. My aim is to help empower clients to live a fully conscious and meaningful life in harmony with the world around them. Using the techniques and training listed below I’ve helped clients manage and overcome relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and other issues. I also have experience as an EMT, Buddhist chaplain, and prison counselor, so I bring diverse perspectives on health and the human condition to our work together.
Techniques I use include Psychoanalytic/ Psychodynamic therapy: bringing unconscious issues into consciousness where they can be detoxified and released, Presence Psychotherapy and IFS: utilizing Presence Awareness as a regulating resource to heal and bring the disparate parts of one's Self into harmony, and Imago Relationship Therapy for couples.
I am a psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to help them resolve issues interfering with emotional and mental health. My aim is to help empower clients to live a fully conscious and meaningful life in harmony with the world around them. Using the techniques and training listed below I’ve helped clients manage and overcome relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and other issues. I also have experience as an EMT, Buddhist chaplain, and prison counselor, so I bring diverse perspectives on health and the human condition to our work together.
I have over 30 years of experience as a practicing clinician who uses a variety of treatment approaches, in order to provide you with the best possible outcome. My goal is to help you to navigate in any of the life experiences or situations that have created an impasse. I am interested in supporting you to achieve your best possible way of living. I work in a psychodynamic manner as well as a more direct solution focused paradigm. This can include using DBT, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness. I see individuals and/or couples. I am strength based, in working with you to navigate towards healing.
I have over 30 years of experience as a practicing clinician who uses a variety of treatment approaches, in order to provide you with the best possible outcome. My goal is to help you to navigate in any of the life experiences or situations that have created an impasse. I am interested in supporting you to achieve your best possible way of living. I work in a psychodynamic manner as well as a more direct solution focused paradigm. This can include using DBT, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness. I see individuals and/or couples. I am strength based, in working with you to navigate towards healing.
My approach to psychotherapy integrates knowledge I acquired from my traditional psychodynamic training with wisdom I have acquired in more than a decade of practicing yoga and meditation.
It is my pleasure and privilege to work with individuals, couples and families in my Ridgewood private practice. Since receiving my Ph.D. in 1998, I have had the opportunity to offer psychotherapy to late teens and adults who are struggling with issues related to mood, anxiety, body image, self worth and relationships. I take a highly interactive approach to treatment, engaging with my patients as they explore the obstacles to their optimal spiritual, mental, physical and emotional well-being. Our goal, working together, is to turn those obstacles into opportunities for openness and integrity in personal and relationship issues.
My approach to psychotherapy integrates knowledge I acquired from my traditional psychodynamic training with wisdom I have acquired in more than a decade of practicing yoga and meditation.
It is my pleasure and privilege to work with individuals, couples and families in my Ridgewood private practice. Since receiving my Ph.D. in 1998, I have had the opportunity to offer psychotherapy to late teens and adults who are struggling with issues related to mood, anxiety, body image, self worth and relationships. I take a highly interactive approach to treatment, engaging with my patients as they explore the obstacles to their optimal spiritual, mental, physical and emotional well-being. Our goal, working together, is to turn those obstacles into opportunities for openness and integrity in personal and relationship issues.
Dr. Nemeroff is a licensed psychologist specializing in stress-management, anxiety issues and depression. She is trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques, and mind-body approaches to healing, so she is able to be flexible in her approach to working with you and offer you the most effective treatments available. Dr. Nemeroff received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University (1999), her pre-doctoral internship training at Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine (1999), and her post-doctoral training at Weil Medical College, Cornell University (2000).
Dr. Nemeroff is a licensed psychologist specializing in stress-management, anxiety issues and depression. She is trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques, and mind-body approaches to healing, so she is able to be flexible in her approach to working with you and offer you the most effective treatments available. Dr. Nemeroff received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University (1999), her pre-doctoral internship training at Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine (1999), and her post-doctoral training at Weil Medical College, Cornell University (2000).
I use whichever combination of therapeutic modalities- psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, or couples therapy which would be most useful in achieving our goals.
As a licensed psychologist in practice for over 25 years, I have been so fortunate to have fostered personal growth and fulfillment in those I have worked with. I help people to build on their strengths in order to enjoy their lives. The first sign of strength is recognizing that there is a problem and coming for help. I work with people of all ages, but specialize in adolescents and young adults. I deal with a wide variety of emotional difficulties and have experience helping with adjustment to college and early adulthood, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and parenting concerns.
I use whichever combination of therapeutic modalities- psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, or couples therapy which would be most useful in achieving our goals.
As a licensed psychologist in practice for over 25 years, I have been so fortunate to have fostered personal growth and fulfillment in those I have worked with. I help people to build on their strengths in order to enjoy their lives. The first sign of strength is recognizing that there is a problem and coming for help. I work with people of all ages, but specialize in adolescents and young adults. I deal with a wide variety of emotional difficulties and have experience helping with adjustment to college and early adulthood, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and parenting concerns.
My approach is psychodynamic and solution focused.
If you feel lost or have found yourself on a new journey, therapy can help you navigate your life's roadmap. Throughout the therapy process, you can expect to gain insight into yourself and the issues you face, develop healthier coping strategies, and access your innate ability to heal. There is no time like the present to invest in yourself and establish a better foothold on the person you want to be. By reaching out to begin therapy, you are one step closer to a life that is more balanced, fulfilling, and meaningful.
My approach is psychodynamic and solution focused.
If you feel lost or have found yourself on a new journey, therapy can help you navigate your life's roadmap. Throughout the therapy process, you can expect to gain insight into yourself and the issues you face, develop healthier coping strategies, and access your innate ability to heal. There is no time like the present to invest in yourself and establish a better foothold on the person you want to be. By reaching out to begin therapy, you are one step closer to a life that is more balanced, fulfilling, and meaningful.
Eve Thaler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I can teach you skills and techniques to help you cope using cognitive behavior therapy, psychodynamic skills, mindfulness, emotion regulation.
I am a warm and caring individual with an extensive background in helping others with practical, real-life solutions for better living. I am clinically trained in anxiety disorders and depression in children and adults as well as Asperger related disorders. By working closely with my clients to identify goals and clear steps to achieve these goals I have facilitated their personal growth and movement towards greater self-worth. This difficult long-lasting pandemic has greatly impacted children and teens and families overall. I can be a support to navigate the increase in anxiety and depression.
I can teach you skills and techniques to help you cope using cognitive behavior therapy, psychodynamic skills, mindfulness, emotion regulation.
I am a warm and caring individual with an extensive background in helping others with practical, real-life solutions for better living. I am clinically trained in anxiety disorders and depression in children and adults as well as Asperger related disorders. By working closely with my clients to identify goals and clear steps to achieve these goals I have facilitated their personal growth and movement towards greater self-worth. This difficult long-lasting pandemic has greatly impacted children and teens and families overall. I can be a support to navigate the increase in anxiety and depression.
Karen E Shaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Having completed training at NYU Psychoanalytic Institute, I'm experienced in psychodynamic practice with children and adults.
Psychotherapy is a practice of deep listening and understanding. I help people develop insight into their troubles and look into habitual patterns that may create obstacles to their life goals. Together, we identify these patterns, explore feelings, and put effective coping skills into practice.
When working with children, my approach invites the family in. Parent coaching, which involves a neurobiological understanding, and psychodynamic insight are integral. Through play therapy I help children discover ways to communicate their experience. The purpose is to establish a connection that encourages growth and the sense that children have a positive impact in their world.
Having completed training at NYU Psychoanalytic Institute, I'm experienced in psychodynamic practice with children and adults.
Psychotherapy is a practice of deep listening and understanding. I help people develop insight into their troubles and look into habitual patterns that may create obstacles to their life goals. Together, we identify these patterns, explore feelings, and put effective coping skills into practice.
When working with children, my approach invites the family in. Parent coaching, which involves a neurobiological understanding, and psychodynamic insight are integral. Through play therapy I help children discover ways to communicate their experience. The purpose is to establish a connection that encourages growth and the sense that children have a positive impact in their world.
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I am dedicated to helping individuals develop the skills to resolve interpersonal and psychological issues. I have specialty training in anxiety and depression, family therapy, grief/bereavement counseling, borderline personality disorder, and in health psychology; including pain and symptom management, anxiety reduction and adjustment to illness. I work with adolescents in the area of dealing with blended family issues, school avoidance, self harm and social anxiety. Regardless of the specific therapeutic issue, I take an individualized approach and focus on cultivating growth, insight and self-compassion.
I have intensive training in intervention styles such as cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, and psychodynamic treatment.
I am dedicated to helping individuals develop the skills to resolve interpersonal and psychological issues. I have specialty training in anxiety and depression, family therapy, grief/bereavement counseling, borderline personality disorder, and in health psychology; including pain and symptom management, anxiety reduction and adjustment to illness. I work with adolescents in the area of dealing with blended family issues, school avoidance, self harm and social anxiety. Regardless of the specific therapeutic issue, I take an individualized approach and focus on cultivating growth, insight and self-compassion.
I have been in private practice for more than 20 years. I work in Northern New Jersey and provide short-term psychotherapy using psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, EMDR and IFS. I feel using an integrated model produces the best results. Every client is different so it's necessary to use multiple modalities --a one size fits all model does not work in therapy. I like working in partnership with clients. I am approachable, warm, nurturing and active in my sessions. I believe it's essential to be available to clients and return phone calls and emails on a timely basis
I have been in private practice for more than 20 years. I work in Northern New Jersey and provide short-term psychotherapy using psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, EMDR and IFS. I feel using an integrated model produces the best results. Every client is different so it's necessary to use multiple modalities --a one size fits all model does not work in therapy. I like working in partnership with clients. I am approachable, warm, nurturing and active in my sessions. I believe it's essential to be available to clients and return phone calls and emails on a timely basis
Lance Stern LCSW, BCD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
My approach working with individuals is primarily psychodynamic integrated with evidence based short term techniques.
I am a licensed Board Certified psychotherapist, regarded as intuitive, patient and kind. My diverse professional background in combination with my lifelong dedication to guiding others through emotional challenges has informed my unique empathetic approach to psychotherapy. I understand that most issues lie deep and it takes time for clients to work them through to find lasting relief. However, others might only need short term treatment, then I will address presenting problems to offer more immediate relief. My goal is to assist each client in finding comfort, perspective, stability and strategies to resolve inner conflicts.
My approach working with individuals is primarily psychodynamic integrated with evidence based short term techniques.
I am a licensed Board Certified psychotherapist, regarded as intuitive, patient and kind. My diverse professional background in combination with my lifelong dedication to guiding others through emotional challenges has informed my unique empathetic approach to psychotherapy. I understand that most issues lie deep and it takes time for clients to work them through to find lasting relief. However, others might only need short term treatment, then I will address presenting problems to offer more immediate relief. My goal is to assist each client in finding comfort, perspective, stability and strategies to resolve inner conflicts.
It has been my privilege to do the meaningful and fulfilling work of psychotherapy on a daily basis. In my 25+ years of experience, I have witnessed the profound effects that therapy can have in one's life, both internally and externally. My approach is to work collaboratively to help you achieve your goals using a variety of clinical techniques depending upon you and your situation. I have a foundation of doctoral and post-doctoral training in psychodynamic theory and technique, along with additional training throughout the years in more behaviorally oriented techniques and in couples therapy.
It has been my privilege to do the meaningful and fulfilling work of psychotherapy on a daily basis. In my 25+ years of experience, I have witnessed the profound effects that therapy can have in one's life, both internally and externally. My approach is to work collaboratively to help you achieve your goals using a variety of clinical techniques depending upon you and your situation. I have a foundation of doctoral and post-doctoral training in psychodynamic theory and technique, along with additional training throughout the years in more behaviorally oriented techniques and in couples therapy.
I am a Licensed Psychologist working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficult life changes and stages. I work within a psychodynamic framework and I am interactive. I believe that to make changes today we need to explore the past to gain better understanding of ourselves. I encourage the exploration of relationships within the cultural context. I work with children, adolescents and adults with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress, family issues, and career issues.
I am a Licensed Psychologist working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficult life changes and stages. I work within a psychodynamic framework and I am interactive. I believe that to make changes today we need to explore the past to gain better understanding of ourselves. I encourage the exploration of relationships within the cultural context. I work with children, adolescents and adults with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress, family issues, and career issues.
Biofeedback for clarity and physical relaxation and Psychodynamic (talk) therapy to resolve relationship issues.
Modern Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Traditional Holistic approaches. Specialty: anxiety, fears, phobias, OCD, panic and especially Social Anxiety / Shyness. Also work on depression, negative thoughts, inner critic and personal / relationship issues. Free initial phone consultation..
Biofeedback for clarity and physical relaxation and Psychodynamic (talk) therapy to resolve relationship issues.
Modern Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Traditional Holistic approaches. Specialty: anxiety, fears, phobias, OCD, panic and especially Social Anxiety / Shyness. Also work on depression, negative thoughts, inner critic and personal / relationship issues. Free initial phone consultation..
Emily Conte
Counselor, MA/EdS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (Online Only)
My therapeutic background utilizes modern psychodynamic therapy, developmental theory, attachment-based therapy, and working from a trauma-informed lens.
You've tried implementing all of the changes that your relatives, friends, and influencers have said to be "fixed". You've adjusted your eating habits, started working out more often, decreased your caffeine intake, and limited your cell phone usage before bed. You've even tried that essential oil that's supposed to "cure" anxiety in one sniff! But, there's still this constant feeling of edginess that you just can't shake. You often think that you don’t really know what you’re doing and don’t feel like you “fit” anywhere. You start to wonder if you’re making the “right” decisions or if this is just what being an “adult” feels like.
My therapeutic background utilizes modern psychodynamic therapy, developmental theory, attachment-based therapy, and working from a trauma-informed lens.
You've tried implementing all of the changes that your relatives, friends, and influencers have said to be "fixed". You've adjusted your eating habits, started working out more often, decreased your caffeine intake, and limited your cell phone usage before bed. You've even tried that essential oil that's supposed to "cure" anxiety in one sniff! But, there's still this constant feeling of edginess that you just can't shake. You often think that you don’t really know what you’re doing and don’t feel like you “fit” anywhere. You start to wonder if you’re making the “right” decisions or if this is just what being an “adult” feels like.
Positive Living Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
I believe that therapy is an opportunity for people to get the most out of life. It is a reflection of one’s courage to face familial changes, life stressors and significant emotional experiences. An overarching goal of my practice is to utilize one’s talents, strengths, creativity, wisdom and optimism to help individuals regain control of their complicated lives. As such, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic approaches. I find that Psychodynamic Therapy can be particularly beneficial for those who have lost meaning in their lives or have difficulty forming or maintaining relationships.
I believe that therapy is an opportunity for people to get the most out of life. It is a reflection of one’s courage to face familial changes, life stressors and significant emotional experiences. An overarching goal of my practice is to utilize one’s talents, strengths, creativity, wisdom and optimism to help individuals regain control of their complicated lives. As such, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic approaches. I find that Psychodynamic Therapy can be particularly beneficial for those who have lost meaning in their lives or have difficulty forming or maintaining relationships.
I incorporate elements of cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, client-centered, and psychodynamic therapies depending upon the client and the nature of the presenting problem.
After obtaining a Ph.D. in School Psychology, I completed a Post-Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology, working with adults. I subsequently entered private practice and worked with a very diverse client population. Issues I have treated include: depression, anxiety, PTSD/pain from accident and injury, ADHD, and relationship issues. After practicing for 15 years, I entered the business world and recently returned to clinical practice supplemented with years of business and life experience.
I incorporate elements of cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, client-centered, and psychodynamic therapies depending upon the client and the nature of the presenting problem.
After obtaining a Ph.D. in School Psychology, I completed a Post-Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology, working with adults. I subsequently entered private practice and worked with a very diverse client population. Issues I have treated include: depression, anxiety, PTSD/pain from accident and injury, ADHD, and relationship issues. After practicing for 15 years, I entered the business world and recently returned to clinical practice supplemented with years of business and life experience.
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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.