Psychodynamic Therapists in Trenton, NJ

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Diane Vanucci
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08608
I am DBT informed and supplement a psychodynamic approach with Mindfully based Cognitive Therapy, CBT as well as breathing and meditation.
"We don't remember days or years, we remember moments." Let this be the moment you decide to take a step to change your life by reaching out. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25+ years experience specializing in Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues. I work with individuals to create a safe, nurturing environment , collaborating on a treatment strategy that best suits their needs. Together we work to develop healthy strategies to reduce symptoms. Experience includes Inpatient Eating Disorders (Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center), Women's Program Princeton House, inpatient psychiatric units, private practice.
I am DBT informed and supplement a psychodynamic approach with Mindfully based Cognitive Therapy, CBT as well as breathing and meditation.
"We don't remember days or years, we remember moments." Let this be the moment you decide to take a step to change your life by reaching out. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25+ years experience specializing in Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues. I work with individuals to create a safe, nurturing environment , collaborating on a treatment strategy that best suits their needs. Together we work to develop healthy strategies to reduce symptoms. Experience includes Inpatient Eating Disorders (Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center), Women's Program Princeton House, inpatient psychiatric units, private practice.
(609) 269-2641 View (609) 269-2641
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Shams Elbedeiwy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08648
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.
(609) 293-5163 View (609) 293-5163
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Shams Elbedeiwy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08629
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.
(609) 900-3078 View (609) 900-3078
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Kelsey Feret
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08601
I use a variety of treatment modalities including DBT-informed interventions, acceptance-based strategies, CBT, narrative approaches, EMDR, and object relations psychodynamic therapy.
As your therapist you can count on me to be genuine, honest, and to never give up on you, even if you've given up on yourself. Whether it's sitting with painful emotions, cultivating comprehensive toolkits, increasing insight, managing relationships, or developing a more compassionate sense of self, I will work with you each step of the way. I firmly believe any individual, when presented with a safe, warm, and caring relationship, will blossom and flourish regardless of their circumstances.
I use a variety of treatment modalities including DBT-informed interventions, acceptance-based strategies, CBT, narrative approaches, EMDR, and object relations psychodynamic therapy.
As your therapist you can count on me to be genuine, honest, and to never give up on you, even if you've given up on yourself. Whether it's sitting with painful emotions, cultivating comprehensive toolkits, increasing insight, managing relationships, or developing a more compassionate sense of self, I will work with you each step of the way. I firmly believe any individual, when presented with a safe, warm, and caring relationship, will blossom and flourish regardless of their circumstances.
(856) 395-9910 View (856) 395-9910
We Level Up NJ Addiction Rehab & Detox Therapy
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08618
Nationally Recognized Therapy at We Level Up Treatment Center. Free 24/7 hotline & assessments. Get help, take your first step to get better! Your call is FREE. We're top addiction & behavioral experts backed by Joint Commission's Accreditation pending held by top 10% of treatment centers. Specializing in the treatment of alcohol & substance abuse along with dual-diagnosis mental health cases like depression, mood, & thought disorders. Treatment via cutting-edge therapy programs using advanced evidence-based modalities for improved recovery results. Offering on-site medical detox programs via world-class specialists to counseling.
Nationally Recognized Therapy at We Level Up Treatment Center. Free 24/7 hotline & assessments. Get help, take your first step to get better! Your call is FREE. We're top addiction & behavioral experts backed by Joint Commission's Accreditation pending held by top 10% of treatment centers. Specializing in the treatment of alcohol & substance abuse along with dual-diagnosis mental health cases like depression, mood, & thought disorders. Treatment via cutting-edge therapy programs using advanced evidence-based modalities for improved recovery results. Offering on-site medical detox programs via world-class specialists to counseling.
(609) 418-4013 View (609) 418-4013
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Nicole Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08620  (Online Only)
Grounded in traditional evidence based therapy modalities learned while acquiring my LCSW, my additional education and certification in complementary and alternative medicine as well as spiritual psychology also allows us to explore additional creative and holistic methods to achieving overall wellness. My approach is to “meet clients where they are” with an initial goal of stabilization and helping the client to feel safety within themselves.
Grounded in traditional evidence based therapy modalities learned while acquiring my LCSW, my additional education and certification in complementary and alternative medicine as well as spiritual psychology also allows us to explore additional creative and holistic methods to achieving overall wellness. My approach is to “meet clients where they are” with an initial goal of stabilization and helping the client to feel safety within themselves.
(609) 604-7931 View (609) 604-7931
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Resilient Mind Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Trenton, NJ 08619
Resilient Mind Counseling helps teens and young adults with depression and suicidal ideation manage their emotional health and harmful behaviors by developing coping skills.
Resilient Mind Counseling helps teens and young adults with depression and suicidal ideation manage their emotional health and harmful behaviors by developing coping skills.
(609) 766-0573 View (609) 766-0573
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609
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.
(609) 905-4310 View (609) 905-4310
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Dosha G Brown
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
Dosha Brown's professional journey reflects a deep commitment to helping individuals overcome obstacles and develop into their best selves. With a diverse range of qualifications and experiences, she brings a comprehensive approach to counseling and coaching. Her focus on person-centered practice underscores her belief in the importance of collaboration and empowerment in the therapeutic process. Dosha's motto, "The only person stopping you, is YOU!" encapsulates her belief in the power of self-awareness and agency in creating positive change.
Dosha Brown's professional journey reflects a deep commitment to helping individuals overcome obstacles and develop into their best selves. With a diverse range of qualifications and experiences, she brings a comprehensive approach to counseling and coaching. Her focus on person-centered practice underscores her belief in the importance of collaboration and empowerment in the therapeutic process. Dosha's motto, "The only person stopping you, is YOU!" encapsulates her belief in the power of self-awareness and agency in creating positive change.
(609) 293-4563 View (609) 293-4563
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Life Skills Management Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08628  (Online Only)
We are licensed in Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
We are licensed in Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
(201) 340-5059 View (201) 340-5059
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Danielle Rees
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 233-4845 View (848) 233-4845
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Helena Gage
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 275-3658 View (848) 275-3658
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Eman Khalil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08605  (Online Only)
Everything you need to grow and heal is already inside of you. Sometimes all it takes is the support of a therapist to bring out your strengths, confidence and courage to make meaningful life changes. My goal is to understand how past experiences impact your present so we can heal them from the root. We'll also identify coping strategies for moving through difficult emotions or memories so you can show up for yourself with more compassion and confidence.
Everything you need to grow and heal is already inside of you. Sometimes all it takes is the support of a therapist to bring out your strengths, confidence and courage to make meaningful life changes. My goal is to understand how past experiences impact your present so we can heal them from the root. We'll also identify coping strategies for moving through difficult emotions or memories so you can show up for yourself with more compassion and confidence.
(848) 356-4037 View (848) 356-4037
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Eileen Carmona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 204-0614 View (848) 204-0614
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Brittany Pierdolla
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 275-3995 View (848) 275-3995
Photo of Sarah Higbee, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Sarah Higbee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 206-1382 View (848) 206-1382
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Gregory Fortune
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 272-2310 View (848) 272-2310
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Phillip Caruso
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 289-1877 View (848) 289-1877
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Chandni Patel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 266-6700 View (848) 266-6700
Photo of Jeanne Farabaugh, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Jeanne Farabaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08609  (Online Only)
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!
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!
(848) 274-3630 View (848) 274-3630
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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.