Psychoanalytic Therapists in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, NY
Lauren Knapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, NY 11248
I have trained in psychoanalysis at Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center and work together with clients to find how to use the space most effectively for them.
I work to help individuals communicate their emotional and lived experiences. Together we will work to explore the structures that are behind suffering and make meaning of relationships, interpersonal patterns and self views. I believe that each therapeutic relationship is unique and an opportunity to create a new way of relating to each other and ourselves.
I have trained in psychoanalysis at Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center and work together with clients to find how to use the space most effectively for them.
I work to help individuals communicate their emotional and lived experiences. Together we will work to explore the structures that are behind suffering and make meaning of relationships, interpersonal patterns and self views. I believe that each therapeutic relationship is unique and an opportunity to create a new way of relating to each other and ourselves.
These concepts are combined with techniques in psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
My practice is varied, although the focus over the years has been the LGBTQ community. I also see singles, couples and families not identified as LGBTQ. My role is to be a supportive agent, assisting the client to explore their past and present and to be more open about conflicts that are causing stress. Together, we explore the clients family history, in order to develop a deeper understanding of their present patterns and relationships. Anxiety, low self-esteem, sexuality, work problems are all examined. As a parent who has adopted, I work with families and individuals around adoption/foster care issues.
These concepts are combined with techniques in psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
My practice is varied, although the focus over the years has been the LGBTQ community. I also see singles, couples and families not identified as LGBTQ. My role is to be a supportive agent, assisting the client to explore their past and present and to be more open about conflicts that are causing stress. Together, we explore the clients family history, in order to develop a deeper understanding of their present patterns and relationships. Anxiety, low self-esteem, sexuality, work problems are all examined. As a parent who has adopted, I work with families and individuals around adoption/foster care issues.
My approach to therapy is what is called psychoanalytic or psychodynamic, but I believe that therapy is not "one size fits all", and I try to tailor my approach to your needs.
Psychotherapy is a collaboration between patient and therapist designed to help the patient resolve problems and live a more satisfying life. My first task is helping patients feel as comfortable as possible to speak about what is troubling them. To this end, I offer a non-judgmental, accepting, and professional approach to treatment. I am a highly trained and experienced psychologist in private practice in Cobble Hill Brooklyn. I supervise and teach therapists-in-training. My training and experience have helped me to listen deeply and empathically as well as to offer steady commitment, caring, and concern to my patients
My approach to therapy is what is called psychoanalytic or psychodynamic, but I believe that therapy is not "one size fits all", and I try to tailor my approach to your needs.
Psychotherapy is a collaboration between patient and therapist designed to help the patient resolve problems and live a more satisfying life. My first task is helping patients feel as comfortable as possible to speak about what is troubling them. To this end, I offer a non-judgmental, accepting, and professional approach to treatment. I am a highly trained and experienced psychologist in private practice in Cobble Hill Brooklyn. I supervise and teach therapists-in-training. My training and experience have helped me to listen deeply and empathically as well as to offer steady commitment, caring, and concern to my patients
I also provide more frequent sessions to support deeper, psychoanalytic work.
As a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I'm adept at working with children, adolescents, and adults virtually and in-person in Manhattan and Brooklyn. People seek me out for many reasons related to anxiety and depression, as well as when they are struggling with anger, traumatic events, feeling stuck, or who simply sensing that something's not quite right. Whether using play therapy with children or working psychodynamically with adults, I approach the therapeutic process as a collaboration to gain insight and support meaningful change.
I also provide more frequent sessions to support deeper, psychoanalytic work.
As a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I'm adept at working with children, adolescents, and adults virtually and in-person in Manhattan and Brooklyn. People seek me out for many reasons related to anxiety and depression, as well as when they are struggling with anger, traumatic events, feeling stuck, or who simply sensing that something's not quite right. Whether using play therapy with children or working psychodynamically with adults, I approach the therapeutic process as a collaboration to gain insight and support meaningful change.
Avalon French
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, NY 11201 (Online Only)
Welcome! I specialize in working with individuals who have a current or past relationship with religion, spirituality or faith communities. This may mean that you want to bring your faith into the therapeutic space, are questioning your relationship with faith, or have been hurt or betrayed by religion and/or religious figures. How we relate to God/spirituality can have a rippling effect throughout our life, starting from larger aspects like identity, community and politics to more minute details such as our day to day behavior and internalized beliefs about ourselves and our world. Wherever you are, we will walk through it together
Welcome! I specialize in working with individuals who have a current or past relationship with religion, spirituality or faith communities. This may mean that you want to bring your faith into the therapeutic space, are questioning your relationship with faith, or have been hurt or betrayed by religion and/or religious figures. How we relate to God/spirituality can have a rippling effect throughout our life, starting from larger aspects like identity, community and politics to more minute details such as our day to day behavior and internalized beliefs about ourselves and our world. Wherever you are, we will walk through it together
HOW PSYCHOTHERAPY CAN HELP: Psychotherapy is powerful tool, one that I use to help individuals, couples and families in crisis, in stalemate or needing to change and grow. I have trained for more than 30 years to understand the social-emotional communications at the core of who we are. These subtle but important states become disturbed in illness but are also the vital life force of rewarding relationships and satisfying work. Accessing these in a therapeutic process can foster profound change. PRACTICE SPECIALIZATIONS: Psychotherapy for Individuals and Couples, Parent Infant Therapy, MBT
HOW PSYCHOTHERAPY CAN HELP: Psychotherapy is powerful tool, one that I use to help individuals, couples and families in crisis, in stalemate or needing to change and grow. I have trained for more than 30 years to understand the social-emotional communications at the core of who we are. These subtle but important states become disturbed in illness but are also the vital life force of rewarding relationships and satisfying work. Accessing these in a therapeutic process can foster profound change. PRACTICE SPECIALIZATIONS: Psychotherapy for Individuals and Couples, Parent Infant Therapy, MBT
Robert Caplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Life is challenging. Though we all come to therapy for different reasons, each of us is ultimately seeking relief from some form of distress. My approach to therapy is to develop a safe, nonjudgmental and trusting atmosphere where you can freely express your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will collaboratively explore how your lived experience informs and maintains expectations and attitudes - about yourself, others, and the world - and how these may be supporting or thwarting your current efforts to meet your needs in relationships, reach your professional goals, and realize your innermost desires.
Life is challenging. Though we all come to therapy for different reasons, each of us is ultimately seeking relief from some form of distress. My approach to therapy is to develop a safe, nonjudgmental and trusting atmosphere where you can freely express your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will collaboratively explore how your lived experience informs and maintains expectations and attitudes - about yourself, others, and the world - and how these may be supporting or thwarting your current efforts to meet your needs in relationships, reach your professional goals, and realize your innermost desires.
Emily Levin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, PLLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, NY 11231
I believe that therapy can be a transformative process that can open people up to deeper parts of themselves. Entering therapy is a courageous act. I have great appreciation for the strength my patients bring to the process. I use a creative approach and work to foster a safe and comfortable environment. Also, please see my website for more information.
www.EmilyLevinTherapy.com.
I believe that therapy can be a transformative process that can open people up to deeper parts of themselves. Entering therapy is a courageous act. I have great appreciation for the strength my patients bring to the process. I use a creative approach and work to foster a safe and comfortable environment. Also, please see my website for more information.
www.EmilyLevinTherapy.com.
Benjamin Stern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked extensively with children and their families. I have counseled young children, adolescents, their parents, and families experiencing a wide range of issues that have caused them to feel overwhelmed, out of control, powerless and chronically stressed. I'm confident I am able to help clients of many ages navigate the diverse situations they seek to change or find better ways to cope with. Gaining insight and awareness of the causes of one’s struggles can be a difficult process, but with the help of a therapist this exploration can be empowering and freeing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked extensively with children and their families. I have counseled young children, adolescents, their parents, and families experiencing a wide range of issues that have caused them to feel overwhelmed, out of control, powerless and chronically stressed. I'm confident I am able to help clients of many ages navigate the diverse situations they seek to change or find better ways to cope with. Gaining insight and awareness of the causes of one’s struggles can be a difficult process, but with the help of a therapist this exploration can be empowering and freeing.
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Psychoanalytic Therapists
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.