Psychodynamic Therapists in Brentwood, NY
I am a licensed psychologist who has been in practice for 31 years. In addition to my graduate education, I have also completed 4 years of postdoctoral training in advanced psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy. I have worked with people who have experienced many different types of challenges and difficulties. My approach is patient and considerate, with the feelings of the person seeking help always paramount. I also offer executive, personal, and leadership coaching. Coaching focuses on building on strengths in making desired changes and improving performance. I also provide consultation to adopted persons, adoptive parents.
I am a licensed psychologist who has been in practice for 31 years. In addition to my graduate education, I have also completed 4 years of postdoctoral training in advanced psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy. I have worked with people who have experienced many different types of challenges and difficulties. My approach is patient and considerate, with the feelings of the person seeking help always paramount. I also offer executive, personal, and leadership coaching. Coaching focuses on building on strengths in making desired changes and improving performance. I also provide consultation to adopted persons, adoptive parents.
However I also use the psychodynamic approach, REBT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Compassionate Therapy, DBT, and many other tools to cater to your unique needs treatment goals.
I believe with the right attention to mental health and self-awareness, we are unstoppable. Exploring your emotions is often a difficult task, so I hope that you are proud of yourself for taking this step. I am happy to listen to every word, story, and emotion without judgement.
However I also use the psychodynamic approach, REBT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Compassionate Therapy, DBT, and many other tools to cater to your unique needs treatment goals.
I believe with the right attention to mental health and self-awareness, we are unstoppable. Exploring your emotions is often a difficult task, so I hope that you are proud of yourself for taking this step. I am happy to listen to every word, story, and emotion without judgement.
Do you ever feel like something is missing? Like there is a void that nothing seems to fill? Ever feel bound or trapped by the failures of your past? The regrets of your mistakes? The pressure and weight of depression, anxiety, family strain, and stress ever wear you down and wear you out? Well I believe there is an answer and it is found in wholeness! It is found in the truth of who you are! The unity of the family system. The healing from the past. The acceptance of the present. The hope for the future.
Do you ever feel like something is missing? Like there is a void that nothing seems to fill? Ever feel bound or trapped by the failures of your past? The regrets of your mistakes? The pressure and weight of depression, anxiety, family strain, and stress ever wear you down and wear you out? Well I believe there is an answer and it is found in wholeness! It is found in the truth of who you are! The unity of the family system. The healing from the past. The acceptance of the present. The hope for the future.
Karen Lago-Fairey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717 (Online Only)
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with children, young adults, adults, and seniors. My primary focus has been working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, family/Relationship dynamics and much more. I have 40+ years, working with concerns regarding interpersonal relationships, trauma, domestic violence, and many other psychiatric Issues.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with children, young adults, adults, and seniors. My primary focus has been working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, family/Relationship dynamics and much more. I have 40+ years, working with concerns regarding interpersonal relationships, trauma, domestic violence, and many other psychiatric Issues.
Is the voice in your head telling you that you're stupid, lazy, weak, not good enough? It can be hard to make sense of these feelings or know how to deal with them. Unfortunately that leaves many of us turning to anger and vices (gambling, drinking, sex, drugs). This only leaves you feeling temporarily soothed but even worse about yourself in the long run. And you get trapped in what seems like a never ending cycle of self-hate and self-medicating. I promise this cycle can stop and I am here to help! I specialize in working with clients self-medicating with vices and am ready to help you take back control of your life.
Is the voice in your head telling you that you're stupid, lazy, weak, not good enough? It can be hard to make sense of these feelings or know how to deal with them. Unfortunately that leaves many of us turning to anger and vices (gambling, drinking, sex, drugs). This only leaves you feeling temporarily soothed but even worse about yourself in the long run. And you get trapped in what seems like a never ending cycle of self-hate and self-medicating. I promise this cycle can stop and I am here to help! I specialize in working with clients self-medicating with vices and am ready to help you take back control of your life.
By looking at this profile, you have taken the first step in seeking therapy which may prove to be a life changer. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with children, adolescents and adults to help them make better life choices, to improve their relationships and to lead a happier and less stressful life.
By looking at this profile, you have taken the first step in seeking therapy which may prove to be a life changer. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with children, adolescents and adults to help them make better life choices, to improve their relationships and to lead a happier and less stressful life.
Do you feel like you are struggling in your everyday life? Do you struggle managing your emotions in a healthy manner? Having difficulty managing life stressors such as work, relationships, self-image, and life in general? I understand even though you may have answered yes to any of these questions above, you may still be hesitant about making changes. Change can be scary, but it can also be beautiful and rewarding. Our goal in therapy would be to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in life.
Do you feel like you are struggling in your everyday life? Do you struggle managing your emotions in a healthy manner? Having difficulty managing life stressors such as work, relationships, self-image, and life in general? I understand even though you may have answered yes to any of these questions above, you may still be hesitant about making changes. Change can be scary, but it can also be beautiful and rewarding. Our goal in therapy would be to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in life.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach in therapy is to create a safe space in order to guide clients and address the root causes of the client's difficulties. My goal is to help clients manage life stressors, process their experiences, and come to an understanding of how they may function in their day-to-day lives.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. My approach in therapy is to create a safe space in order to guide clients and address the root causes of the client's difficulties. My goal is to help clients manage life stressors, process their experiences, and come to an understanding of how they may function in their day-to-day lives.
Guilise Gondre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717 (Online Only)
You are so brave to be here and whether you are working through a tough time in a relationship or in life, it will only improve from here. In working together, we will do a deep dive into the roadblocks you have experienced and work on alternate perspectives and healing tools to help repair your mental, spiritual and emotional wounds. Your heightened self-awareness and confidence will help you live a more fulfilling life.
You are so brave to be here and whether you are working through a tough time in a relationship or in life, it will only improve from here. In working together, we will do a deep dive into the roadblocks you have experienced and work on alternate perspectives and healing tools to help repair your mental, spiritual and emotional wounds. Your heightened self-awareness and confidence will help you live a more fulfilling life.
Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
When you envision the best version of yourself, what does that look like? Its okay, to not be okay. We all require support along the way on our journey. Taking this first step in self-care marks the beginning of an improved lifestyle. You will learn tools to manage emotions more productively. Take back your power.
When you envision the best version of yourself, what does that look like? Its okay, to not be okay. We all require support along the way on our journey. Taking this first step in self-care marks the beginning of an improved lifestyle. You will learn tools to manage emotions more productively. Take back your power.
Yvens Riche
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, NY 11717
I am an experienced Counselor with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care field. Skilled in treating both adults and adolescents, I utilized CBT, TF-CBT, Mindfulness, addiction counseling, Crisis Intervention, Family Therapy, Group therapy, and Spirituality in my practice. I work with clients who experiencing Depression, Anxiety and/or Substance Use Disorder and Forensic and mandate individuals. I am able to attain an understanding of each of my clients and help them to identify coping skills that are more effective and beneficial to their lifestyles.
I am an experienced Counselor with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care field. Skilled in treating both adults and adolescents, I utilized CBT, TF-CBT, Mindfulness, addiction counseling, Crisis Intervention, Family Therapy, Group therapy, and Spirituality in my practice. I work with clients who experiencing Depression, Anxiety and/or Substance Use Disorder and Forensic and mandate individuals. I am able to attain an understanding of each of my clients and help them to identify coping skills that are more effective and beneficial to their lifestyles.
Serenity Emotional Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717 (Online Only)
Serenity's group of Black and Hispanic (Spanish) psychotherapists work with clients who seek to improve their relationship with their partners, family members, friends and colleagues. In therapy, we work on building better communication skills, considering the perspective of others and applying appropriate problem solving techniques. In addition, we have a passion for working with the youth to develop good decision making skills when faced with stress and negative emotions; assisting them to maneuver successfully towards adulthood. Overall, we help clients seeking encouragement and strategies to improving their emotional health.
Serenity's group of Black and Hispanic (Spanish) psychotherapists work with clients who seek to improve their relationship with their partners, family members, friends and colleagues. In therapy, we work on building better communication skills, considering the perspective of others and applying appropriate problem solving techniques. In addition, we have a passion for working with the youth to develop good decision making skills when faced with stress and negative emotions; assisting them to maneuver successfully towards adulthood. Overall, we help clients seeking encouragement and strategies to improving their emotional health.
Brenna Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
Brentwood, NY 11717
Not accepting new clients
Life is unpredictable and can feel difficult to manage. It can feel like there is nobody to confide in resulting in feeling completely alone as if there is no light at the end of the tunnel. We all have a story to tell and our story is what makes us unique, but it does not define who we are. No matter what our story is there is always an opportunity to achieve the life we envision for ourselves. Therapy can help to provide the comfort, reassurance, and support to grow in the ways that we desire. Together we will work through challenges you’re facing by learning how to deal with these obstacles while exploring your true self.
Life is unpredictable and can feel difficult to manage. It can feel like there is nobody to confide in resulting in feeling completely alone as if there is no light at the end of the tunnel. We all have a story to tell and our story is what makes us unique, but it does not define who we are. No matter what our story is there is always an opportunity to achieve the life we envision for ourselves. Therapy can help to provide the comfort, reassurance, and support to grow in the ways that we desire. Together we will work through challenges you’re facing by learning how to deal with these obstacles while exploring your true self.
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Dorothy Noel Muro
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central Islip, NY 11722 (Online Only)
My primary theoretical orientations are psychodynamic, solutions-focused, positive psychology, person-centered, CBT, DBT and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
I assist clients who are struggling with trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, mood disorders, personality disorders, behavioral problems, parenting problems, career challenges, anger management struggles, self-esteem, attention deficit hyperactivity related issues, and spirituality struggles. I work from a holistic, person-centered approach, equipping my clients to succeed in reaching their goals through an integrated, comprehensive treatment modality, based on stated needs and a collaborative alliance, built on a strong client-counselor relationship.
My primary theoretical orientations are psychodynamic, solutions-focused, positive psychology, person-centered, CBT, DBT and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
I assist clients who are struggling with trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, mood disorders, personality disorders, behavioral problems, parenting problems, career challenges, anger management struggles, self-esteem, attention deficit hyperactivity related issues, and spirituality struggles. I work from a holistic, person-centered approach, equipping my clients to succeed in reaching their goals through an integrated, comprehensive treatment modality, based on stated needs and a collaborative alliance, built on a strong client-counselor relationship.
DGN Warm & Caring Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Hauppauge, NY 11788 (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health provider in the state of New York. I work with clients with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also help many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, rational-emotive counseling, motivational, and solution-focused therapy.
I am a licensed mental health provider in the state of New York. I work with clients with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also help many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, rational-emotive counseling, motivational, and solution-focused therapy.
You are here. Here is not where you want to be, whatever ‘here’ means to you. The bridge from ‘here’ to ‘there’ is change. If you’re uncertain of how to navigate the road ahead, my goal is to meet you ‘here’, and find the best collaborative approach to get you to the ‘there’. You may be managing life changes, dealing with mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, or many others. You may be a part of a group I specialize in, such as the LBGTQ+ community, kink and polyamory communities, and other marginalized and intersecting identities, but all are welcome. All you need is an open mind and we can work towards that change.
You are here. Here is not where you want to be, whatever ‘here’ means to you. The bridge from ‘here’ to ‘there’ is change. If you’re uncertain of how to navigate the road ahead, my goal is to meet you ‘here’, and find the best collaborative approach to get you to the ‘there’. You may be managing life changes, dealing with mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, or many others. You may be a part of a group I specialize in, such as the LBGTQ+ community, kink and polyamory communities, and other marginalized and intersecting identities, but all are welcome. All you need is an open mind and we can work towards that change.
Transformations Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Transformations Counseling Group's goal is to create a safe environment for you to talk about and deal with the issues that have stopped you from living the life you want. We pride ourselves on being non-judgmental and interactive therapists. We believe that you will be best helped by our ability to offer you insights and honest feedback. There are so many obstacles to leading a healthy and satisfying life and our experiences in working with hundreds of individuals and couples can help you reach the goals that you desire for yourself and in your relationships.
Transformations Counseling Group's goal is to create a safe environment for you to talk about and deal with the issues that have stopped you from living the life you want. We pride ourselves on being non-judgmental and interactive therapists. We believe that you will be best helped by our ability to offer you insights and honest feedback. There are so many obstacles to leading a healthy and satisfying life and our experiences in working with hundreds of individuals and couples can help you reach the goals that you desire for yourself and in your relationships.
Shelly A. Jeter
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central Islip, NY 11722 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Shelly, and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I am also the owner/operator of The Therapy Spot Mental Health Counseling PLLC. I specialize in Mental Health Disorders as well as Substance Abuse Disorders in individuals from all walks of life and from ages 12 and up.
Hi! I'm Shelly, and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I am also the owner/operator of The Therapy Spot Mental Health Counseling PLLC. I specialize in Mental Health Disorders as well as Substance Abuse Disorders in individuals from all walks of life and from ages 12 and up.
Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
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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.