Psychodynamic Therapists in Whippany, NJ
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I believe that my work for 35+ years with so many different people has helped me to continuously evolve into a more fluid and compassionate healer. I use my mind, heart, intuition and experience to help decrease the emotional distress in those seeking my help. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or emotional overwhelm, I will do my best to help you to grow into the best version of yourself. I continue to learn the most effective ways to help those w grief , trauma, gender dysphoria, etc. I work closely with people to create a therapeutic environment that fosters growth, safety, patience and mutual trust.
I believe that my work for 35+ years with so many different people has helped me to continuously evolve into a more fluid and compassionate healer. I use my mind, heart, intuition and experience to help decrease the emotional distress in those seeking my help. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or emotional overwhelm, I will do my best to help you to grow into the best version of yourself. I continue to learn the most effective ways to help those w grief , trauma, gender dysphoria, etc. I work closely with people to create a therapeutic environment that fosters growth, safety, patience and mutual trust.
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People seek psychological services for many different reasons. Regardless of the reason that brings someone to therapy, I provide a comfortable, safe, and supportive environment. This setting allows people to feel safe in exploring barriers that prevent them from reaching optimal health and their fullest potential.
People seek psychological services for many different reasons. Regardless of the reason that brings someone to therapy, I provide a comfortable, safe, and supportive environment. This setting allows people to feel safe in exploring barriers that prevent them from reaching optimal health and their fullest potential.
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Diane Uhler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940
As a professional helper, my goals is to walk alongside you and help you find your solutions to problem situations. I believe that the solution to problem situations in life are within you and I will strive with you to find an effective solution to your life struggles whether they be relationships, family, marriage, parenting, work and your overall sense of well-being. I use a blend of therapeutic approaches personalized to the specific needs of each individual. These approaches include Psychodynamic and Person Centered Therapy, CBT, Gestalt, REBT, Family Systems, Play Therapy as well as others.
As a professional helper, my goals is to walk alongside you and help you find your solutions to problem situations. I believe that the solution to problem situations in life are within you and I will strive with you to find an effective solution to your life struggles whether they be relationships, family, marriage, parenting, work and your overall sense of well-being. I use a blend of therapeutic approaches personalized to the specific needs of each individual. These approaches include Psychodynamic and Person Centered Therapy, CBT, Gestalt, REBT, Family Systems, Play Therapy as well as others.
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Andy Lapides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940
I am an experienced psychotherapist who has been practicing in the field for over twenty years, fifteen years in private practice. I see clients in New Jersey and New York state. I have advanced, post-graduate training in gestalt therapy and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am genuine, funny, intelligent, sensitive, warm, and I can also be firm/direct depending on the need of the client. Sometimes we need different things in the work.. it takes an experienced, intuitive therapist to help us to really get to the heart of what we need to grow. I have helped many clients through quite challenging things in their lives.
I am an experienced psychotherapist who has been practicing in the field for over twenty years, fifteen years in private practice. I see clients in New Jersey and New York state. I have advanced, post-graduate training in gestalt therapy and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am genuine, funny, intelligent, sensitive, warm, and I can also be firm/direct depending on the need of the client. Sometimes we need different things in the work.. it takes an experienced, intuitive therapist to help us to really get to the heart of what we need to grow. I have helped many clients through quite challenging things in their lives.
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Alexandra Granville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940
This may be a difficult time for you. Using a psychodynamic/relational approach, I can help you look deeply at your core beliefs, values and assumptions so that you can achieve greater satisfaction and productivity.
This may be a difficult time for you. Using a psychodynamic/relational approach, I can help you look deeply at your core beliefs, values and assumptions so that you can achieve greater satisfaction and productivity.
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Anna Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940 (Online Only)
Modalities of choice are CBT and psychodynamic.
Being a young professional in the NYC-area can be utterly stressful. Are you finding it hard to concentrate? Do you lack motivation to complete tasks in various areas of your life? I will create a safe space to explore these challenges and promote healthier coping skills and tips. I believe if you can gain skills in one area of your life, they can be transferred to personal relationships, social life, and more. With my focus on ADHD, I can work with you to properly diagnose and provide treatment to best manage in your daily life.
Modalities of choice are CBT and psychodynamic.
Being a young professional in the NYC-area can be utterly stressful. Are you finding it hard to concentrate? Do you lack motivation to complete tasks in various areas of your life? I will create a safe space to explore these challenges and promote healthier coping skills and tips. I believe if you can gain skills in one area of your life, they can be transferred to personal relationships, social life, and more. With my focus on ADHD, I can work with you to properly diagnose and provide treatment to best manage in your daily life.
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker - 20 years experience. Graduated from Fordham University with MSW. Two (2) separate offices located in Summit and Madison, New Jersey. Summit Office is handicapped accessible. Work with individuals, couples and children over the age of 13, usually in a family setting. I have a sub specialty in Substance Abuse. My orientation is cognitive therapy based, psychodynamic, insight oriented, behavioral therapy.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - 20 years experience. Graduated from Fordham University with MSW. Two (2) separate offices located in Summit and Madison, New Jersey. Summit Office is handicapped accessible. Work with individuals, couples and children over the age of 13, usually in a family setting. I have a sub specialty in Substance Abuse. My orientation is cognitive therapy based, psychodynamic, insight oriented, behavioral therapy.
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When life becomes challenging, reaching out to a mental health professional can be helpful. I see the therapeutic process as one in which we can work together to identify and work through the personal, professional, individual or relational issues that are preventing you from living the fulfilling life that you seek. With over 25 years of experience, my approach to achieving this success with you is informed by psychodynamic, interpersonal and CBT principles, though I draw from many different modalities. I also have advanced certification in Neuroptimal dynamical neurofeedback brain training.
When life becomes challenging, reaching out to a mental health professional can be helpful. I see the therapeutic process as one in which we can work together to identify and work through the personal, professional, individual or relational issues that are preventing you from living the fulfilling life that you seek. With over 25 years of experience, my approach to achieving this success with you is informed by psychodynamic, interpersonal and CBT principles, though I draw from many different modalities. I also have advanced certification in Neuroptimal dynamical neurofeedback brain training.
![Photo of Natalie Fenchel, MSW, LCSW, CEDS, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c5cdc113-ba42-4199-b079-db59bc950ca5/1/320x400.jpeg)
Natalie Fenchel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
I tailor my approach to fit your individual needs pulling from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Motivational Interviewing.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN-PERSON** "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."-Lao Tzu. The first step can often be the hardest. Choosing to ask for help can be the first step on your journey to achieving your goals. I want to make that step as comfortable as possible by offering an empathetic, non-judgmental, supportive environment. I know how hard it is to find someone you connect with. Together we can build healthy coping skills and discover the strengths that you already have.
I tailor my approach to fit your individual needs pulling from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Motivational Interviewing.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN-PERSON** "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."-Lao Tzu. The first step can often be the hardest. Choosing to ask for help can be the first step on your journey to achieving your goals. I want to make that step as comfortable as possible by offering an empathetic, non-judgmental, supportive environment. I know how hard it is to find someone you connect with. Together we can build healthy coping skills and discover the strengths that you already have.
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My therapeutic approach is informed by psychodynamic, attachment, and cognitive behavioral theories while incorporating mindfulness and current developments in neuroscience.
Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for self-exploration essential to our growth. It provides an arena to understand our current struggles and to heal from the hurts and traumas of current and past experiences. I provide a safe space in a relational context that facilitates discussion, expression, and understanding to increase our freedom from depression, anxiety, and other symptoms and generate emotional well-being.
My therapeutic approach is informed by psychodynamic, attachment, and cognitive behavioral theories while incorporating mindfulness and current developments in neuroscience.
Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for self-exploration essential to our growth. It provides an arena to understand our current struggles and to heal from the hurts and traumas of current and past experiences. I provide a safe space in a relational context that facilitates discussion, expression, and understanding to increase our freedom from depression, anxiety, and other symptoms and generate emotional well-being.
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Secondly, having accumulated experience working with three orientations, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and behavioral, I am able to integrate these approaches in my practice.
In searching for a psychotherapist, it is likely that you have a specific problem in mind. When these problems intensify or linger for long periods of time, they can lead to symptoms of anxiety and/or depression which interfere with your quality of life and sense of well-being. If you are seeking help in overcoming these difficulties, there are two important factors to consider when choosing a therapist. First, it is important that, after a few visits with the therapist, you feel that there is potential to form a strong working alliance.
Secondly, having accumulated experience working with three orientations, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and behavioral, I am able to integrate these approaches in my practice.
In searching for a psychotherapist, it is likely that you have a specific problem in mind. When these problems intensify or linger for long periods of time, they can lead to symptoms of anxiety and/or depression which interfere with your quality of life and sense of well-being. If you are seeking help in overcoming these difficulties, there are two important factors to consider when choosing a therapist. First, it is important that, after a few visits with the therapist, you feel that there is potential to form a strong working alliance.
![Photo of Maureen Kritzer-Lange, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3400cf8f-54e0-40a0-b1cc-ff3796e4df13/1/320x400.jpeg)
Maureen Kritzer-Lange
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Florham Park, NJ 07932
I use a psychodynamic, relational and cognitive approach to treatment.
I am a psychoanalyst with over 25 years of experience helping women overcome eating disorders, body image issues, improve self esteem, and work through the challenges of life transitions, stress, anxiety and depression. I provide an empathetic and empowering approach in a supportive and safe space to help you explore your thoughts and feelings. I empower women in navigating life's complexities, helping them find their voice, reclaim their lives and embrace their full potential in a non-judgmental way. Working to get to know yourself better will give you the freedom to help you begin to make positive life changes.
I use a psychodynamic, relational and cognitive approach to treatment.
I am a psychoanalyst with over 25 years of experience helping women overcome eating disorders, body image issues, improve self esteem, and work through the challenges of life transitions, stress, anxiety and depression. I provide an empathetic and empowering approach in a supportive and safe space to help you explore your thoughts and feelings. I empower women in navigating life's complexities, helping them find their voice, reclaim their lives and embrace their full potential in a non-judgmental way. Working to get to know yourself better will give you the freedom to help you begin to make positive life changes.
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Thirty plus years of experience utilizing psychodynamic psychotherapy in adult, marital (couples), child, and family therapy. Further training and supervision was gleaned at the Institute for Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis of N.J. Although my orientation is eclectic, I lean towards an interpersonal interactive approach with my clients, unless contraindicated. Being devoted, helpful and constructive in working together with clients to achieve whatever goals one has such as the following: relief from stress or depression, improving emotional connections & intimacy, coping with conflict, adversity, and success, & confidence building to feel hopeful and passionate about loving, working, and living life.
Thirty plus years of experience utilizing psychodynamic psychotherapy in adult, marital (couples), child, and family therapy. Further training and supervision was gleaned at the Institute for Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis of N.J. Although my orientation is eclectic, I lean towards an interpersonal interactive approach with my clients, unless contraindicated. Being devoted, helpful and constructive in working together with clients to achieve whatever goals one has such as the following: relief from stress or depression, improving emotional connections & intimacy, coping with conflict, adversity, and success, & confidence building to feel hopeful and passionate about loving, working, and living life.
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Molly Molendyke
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940 (Online Only)
Are you: Reevaluating your career? Grieving a loss or the primary caregiver to a loved one? Experiencing difficulty in your relationships? I believe in helping her clients achieve short-term relief while working through mid- and long-term goals using elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and strengths-based approaches. My goal is to provide a warm environment where clients feel supported and can experience therapy at their own speed.
Are you: Reevaluating your career? Grieving a loss or the primary caregiver to a loved one? Experiencing difficulty in your relationships? I believe in helping her clients achieve short-term relief while working through mid- and long-term goals using elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and strengths-based approaches. My goal is to provide a warm environment where clients feel supported and can experience therapy at their own speed.
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Jane Alice Coyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Madison, NJ 07940
I have a psychodynamic approach and have experience with CBT and DBT.
Are life’s stressors impacting your sense of well-being, your family life or other relationships? Anxiety and depression can immobilize us, leaving us feeling a loss of control and sometimes we just can't make things better on our own. Together we can identify which obstacles are preventing you from achieving your personal goals and then determine how to help you overcome those obstacles. By understanding our past and how we have come to our current situations, we can better prepare and take charge of our lives. Understanding and accepting ourselves is the pathway to freedom and happiness.
I have a psychodynamic approach and have experience with CBT and DBT.
Are life’s stressors impacting your sense of well-being, your family life or other relationships? Anxiety and depression can immobilize us, leaving us feeling a loss of control and sometimes we just can't make things better on our own. Together we can identify which obstacles are preventing you from achieving your personal goals and then determine how to help you overcome those obstacles. By understanding our past and how we have come to our current situations, we can better prepare and take charge of our lives. Understanding and accepting ourselves is the pathway to freedom and happiness.
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Although much of my thinking is considered relational-psychodynamic, I work with an integrative stance and use any relevant treatment (CBT, mindfulness, etc).
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in bipolar disorder and their caregivers, depression and anxiety, and trauma. I also have extensive experience working with academic and work stress, relationship and marriage problems, and substance abuse. In my work I incorporate issues of attachment and parenting, femininity/masculinity, identity and self-esteem, LGBT concerns and the contexts of culture and religion.
Although much of my thinking is considered relational-psychodynamic, I work with an integrative stance and use any relevant treatment (CBT, mindfulness, etc).
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in bipolar disorder and their caregivers, depression and anxiety, and trauma. I also have extensive experience working with academic and work stress, relationship and marriage problems, and substance abuse. In my work I incorporate issues of attachment and parenting, femininity/masculinity, identity and self-esteem, LGBT concerns and the contexts of culture and religion.
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Rosanne Connolly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) trained in mental health issues and trained in Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Some seek personal growth or are struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety or relationship issues etc. People are individuals who respond in their own particular way to therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients and utilize various therapy techniques depending on their needs. One of the most important factors in therapy is having a positive therapeutic relationship where trust can be formed and the person feels validated.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) trained in mental health issues and trained in Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Some seek personal growth or are struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety or relationship issues etc. People are individuals who respond in their own particular way to therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients and utilize various therapy techniques depending on their needs. One of the most important factors in therapy is having a positive therapeutic relationship where trust can be formed and the person feels validated.
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Linda Sotnick, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Florham Park, NJ 07932
I recognize and am deeply respectful of the courage it takes to reach out for help. I believe each client has unique strengths and work with you to discover and enhance these as we explore, modify, and resolve troublesome areas. My training and style combine cognitive, behavioral and psychodynamic techniques. I am dedicated to combining my experience, skills,and compassion to help you develop the specific tools you need. My clients are adults and teens who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, postpartum struggles, and the psychological struggles and complications that come with chronic physical illness or having a chronically ill family member.
I recognize and am deeply respectful of the courage it takes to reach out for help. I believe each client has unique strengths and work with you to discover and enhance these as we explore, modify, and resolve troublesome areas. My training and style combine cognitive, behavioral and psychodynamic techniques. I am dedicated to combining my experience, skills,and compassion to help you develop the specific tools you need. My clients are adults and teens who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, postpartum struggles, and the psychological struggles and complications that come with chronic physical illness or having a chronically ill family member.
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Advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral techniques informs my flexible, individualized and collaborative approach to treatment.
It's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and discouraged at various points in your life. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you're experiencing a sense of dissatisfaction — despite attaining significant personal or professional achievements. Perhaps you're confronting situations, challenges, losses, or crises that you have not been able to resolve on your own. As a clinical psychologist, I can help you gain insight into the nature of your struggles, process difficult experiences, explore new possibilities and make meaningful changes that promote greater satisfaction in life.
Advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral techniques informs my flexible, individualized and collaborative approach to treatment.
It's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and discouraged at various points in your life. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you're experiencing a sense of dissatisfaction — despite attaining significant personal or professional achievements. Perhaps you're confronting situations, challenges, losses, or crises that you have not been able to resolve on your own. As a clinical psychologist, I can help you gain insight into the nature of your struggles, process difficult experiences, explore new possibilities and make meaningful changes that promote greater satisfaction in life.
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In sessions I most often use a combination of cognitive behavioral strategies supported by a psychodynamic framework.
Making the decision to enter therapy takes courage and strength. I hope to help make it rewarding and beneficial for you. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds in several treatment settings, including college counseling centers, adolescent treatment centers, and hospital based eating and wellness programs. I completed advanced training and certification in eating disorders, addictions, and compulsions. I am EMDR trained. Some of my specialties include anxiety, trauma, life transitions, adolescent/young adult issues, coping skills, depression, disordered eating, body image, and intuitive eating.
In sessions I most often use a combination of cognitive behavioral strategies supported by a psychodynamic framework.
Making the decision to enter therapy takes courage and strength. I hope to help make it rewarding and beneficial for you. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds in several treatment settings, including college counseling centers, adolescent treatment centers, and hospital based eating and wellness programs. I completed advanced training and certification in eating disorders, addictions, and compulsions. I am EMDR trained. Some of my specialties include anxiety, trauma, life transitions, adolescent/young adult issues, coping skills, depression, disordered eating, body image, and intuitive eating.
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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.