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Elizabeth Engelman, PhD Psychologist PC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577  (Online Only)
Initially trained in psychodynamic, depth therapy, my approach is best described as collaborative and eclectic, incorporating best practices of several forms of therapy.
Dr. Elizabeth Engelman is a clinical psychologist who helps clients better manage depression, anxiety, illness and life transitions.
Initially trained in psychodynamic, depth therapy, my approach is best described as collaborative and eclectic, incorporating best practices of several forms of therapy.
Dr. Elizabeth Engelman is a clinical psychologist who helps clients better manage depression, anxiety, illness and life transitions.
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Gabriella Albina Vezza
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
Life brings a number of challenges that can interfere with one's optimal functioning and quality of life. Whether you are seeking to increase your self-esteem, heal from past trauma, decrease anxiety, break negative thinking patterns, improve relationships, or cope with a loss, you have taken the first step by putting yourself first and I am here to help. I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, and depression. I would like to offer you a safe and nonjudgmental setting to promote your emotional wellbeing and help you achieve the change and balance you desire.
Life brings a number of challenges that can interfere with one's optimal functioning and quality of life. Whether you are seeking to increase your self-esteem, heal from past trauma, decrease anxiety, break negative thinking patterns, improve relationships, or cope with a loss, you have taken the first step by putting yourself first and I am here to help. I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, and depression. I would like to offer you a safe and nonjudgmental setting to promote your emotional wellbeing and help you achieve the change and balance you desire.
(516) 588-7607 View (516) 588-7607

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Danielle Dellaquila
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Verified Verified
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Mineola, NY 11501
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Danielle Eisenberg
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Verified Verified
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Mineola, NY 11501  (Online Only)
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Roslyn, NY 11576  (Online Only)
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Leah Halikiopoulos
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Serop Jay Terterian
Counselor, MA, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
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Danielle Matias
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mineola, NY 11501
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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.