Psychodynamic Therapists in Setauket, NY

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Port Jefferson Psychological & Vocational, P.C.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
She draws elements from developmental psychology, cognitive-behavioral therapy, family therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and play therapy in her work.
The Port Jefferson Psychological & Vocational P.C. provide a full range of psychological services, including individual psychotherapy, psychological evaluations, and other consultations. We contract with several psychologists and social workers dedicated to providing the most comprehensive and professional services to members of the community. Each clinician has their own areas of specialty as well as their own preferred mode of treatment.
She draws elements from developmental psychology, cognitive-behavioral therapy, family therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and play therapy in her work.
The Port Jefferson Psychological & Vocational P.C. provide a full range of psychological services, including individual psychotherapy, psychological evaluations, and other consultations. We contract with several psychologists and social workers dedicated to providing the most comprehensive and professional services to members of the community. Each clinician has their own areas of specialty as well as their own preferred mode of treatment.
(631) 869-4535 View (631) 869-4535
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Tiffany Scoyne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
Sometimes we have difficulty coping with life’s negative experiences and trauma such as loss, relationship conflict, or anxiety and depression. We cannot always prevent such things, but we can learn how to manage and overcome them.
Sometimes we have difficulty coping with life’s negative experiences and trauma such as loss, relationship conflict, or anxiety and depression. We cannot always prevent such things, but we can learn how to manage and overcome them.
(516) 701-2018 View (516) 701-2018
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Bethany Riddle
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Setauket, NY 11733  (Online Only)
Life has ups and downs, but when mood, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, insecurities and/or self-esteem issues begin to feel unmanageable, therapy can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and I've been practicing for 15+ years in New York. I have training and education in treating a full range of mental health concerns with special interest working with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community.
Life has ups and downs, but when mood, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, insecurities and/or self-esteem issues begin to feel unmanageable, therapy can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and I've been practicing for 15+ years in New York. I have training and education in treating a full range of mental health concerns with special interest working with individuals in the LGBTQ+ community.
(631) 201-8112 View (631) 201-8112
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Colleen G. Gilligan
LMSW
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are. -Carl Yung It is hard when you're told by other people you have so much in life to happy about, but you can't really feel it for yourself. Laying in bed often wondering, "Could I do more?", "Am I enough?", and "Why does it seem like I am missing something?". Asking yourself about these kinds of things are actually brave and courageous thoughts! Many times we feel alone or are afraid to share what we think and feel because no-one wants to be judged or ridiculed. To trust someone with our inner most thoughts and feelings, must be respected and protected.
The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are. -Carl Yung It is hard when you're told by other people you have so much in life to happy about, but you can't really feel it for yourself. Laying in bed often wondering, "Could I do more?", "Am I enough?", and "Why does it seem like I am missing something?". Asking yourself about these kinds of things are actually brave and courageous thoughts! Many times we feel alone or are afraid to share what we think and feel because no-one wants to be judged or ridiculed. To trust someone with our inner most thoughts and feelings, must be respected and protected.
(631) 837-2163 View (631) 837-2163
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Lauren B. Corin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Setauket, NY 11733  (Online Only)
Sometimes we may notice that life can be unpredictable, difficult, and ultimately painful. What if I told you that life could be beautiful, fulfilling, and meaningful? I feel that given the appropriate tools one can achieve the latter. I pride myself in providing talk therapy to my community using a person-centered and holistic approach. You cannot be expected to create a fulfilling life without being provided with the tools/insight to do so. I believe it is vital to consider all parts of a person (e.g physical, emotional, social and spiritual) to determine the correct treatment plan for them, which leads to positive results.
Sometimes we may notice that life can be unpredictable, difficult, and ultimately painful. What if I told you that life could be beautiful, fulfilling, and meaningful? I feel that given the appropriate tools one can achieve the latter. I pride myself in providing talk therapy to my community using a person-centered and holistic approach. You cannot be expected to create a fulfilling life without being provided with the tools/insight to do so. I believe it is vital to consider all parts of a person (e.g physical, emotional, social and spiritual) to determine the correct treatment plan for them, which leads to positive results.
(516) 613-5310 View (516) 613-5310
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Sirka Louca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Setauket, NY 11733
Psychotherapy is a powerful tool that can help you deal with stress and emotional pain and develop a more fulfilling life. As a licensed psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience, I will work with you to identify and resolve areas of stress and conflict, create goals and build the strengths and abilities to accomplish them. I create a safe space that is honoring of your needs and work at a pace that is appropriate for you. I see individuals, couples and families for long or short-term treatment.
Psychotherapy is a powerful tool that can help you deal with stress and emotional pain and develop a more fulfilling life. As a licensed psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience, I will work with you to identify and resolve areas of stress and conflict, create goals and build the strengths and abilities to accomplish them. I create a safe space that is honoring of your needs and work at a pace that is appropriate for you. I see individuals, couples and families for long or short-term treatment.
(631) 823-2182 View (631) 823-2182
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Marian B Moldan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
With over 30 years of experience, I work with children, teens, and adults dealing with all forms of anxiety (e.g. Selective Mutism, OCD, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, Fear of Vomiting, Separation Anxiety, Social Anxiety). I help parents to generalize interventions for their children outside of the office. I consult for a number of school districts on Long Island and New Jersey. www.childhoodanxietysolutions.com
With over 30 years of experience, I work with children, teens, and adults dealing with all forms of anxiety (e.g. Selective Mutism, OCD, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, Fear of Vomiting, Separation Anxiety, Social Anxiety). I help parents to generalize interventions for their children outside of the office. I consult for a number of school districts on Long Island and New Jersey. www.childhoodanxietysolutions.com
(631) 449-7564 View (631) 449-7564
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Eileen Mccormick
Counselor, LMHC, FT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Setauket, NY 11733
Are you stuck? Would you like to get your life back? If you recognize that your personal, professional, social or academic functioning is affected by overwhelming feelings of anxiety depression, fear or anger specifically caused by a particular loss (death, disability, divorce or break-up, pet, job, etc) I can help! I help people who are overwhelmed with grief become unstuck and get their lives back!
Are you stuck? Would you like to get your life back? If you recognize that your personal, professional, social or academic functioning is affected by overwhelming feelings of anxiety depression, fear or anger specifically caused by a particular loss (death, disability, divorce or break-up, pet, job, etc) I can help! I help people who are overwhelmed with grief become unstuck and get their lives back!
(631) 771-7282 View (631) 771-7282
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Christine Colavito
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Setauket, NY 11733
I am a strong believer in people's ability to make positive changes in their lives. Whether that be in regards to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, trauma issues, mood instability, substance abuse problems, grief/loss issues or any other problem. You can make changes and feel better, and I can help you with this process. It's time to have a good quality of life and stop suffering.
I am a strong believer in people's ability to make positive changes in their lives. Whether that be in regards to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, trauma issues, mood instability, substance abuse problems, grief/loss issues or any other problem. You can make changes and feel better, and I can help you with this process. It's time to have a good quality of life and stop suffering.
(631) 651-6070 View (631) 651-6070
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Elma Pisano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
At some point in our lives, we all run into problems that seem too big or too persistent to handle alone. With more than 10 years of experience in private practice I've helped individuals, couples and families successfully overcome life's challenges and return to a happier and peaceful lifestyle. I'll help you overcome life's difficulties by teaching you the tools you need to achieve positive growth and change.
At some point in our lives, we all run into problems that seem too big or too persistent to handle alone. With more than 10 years of experience in private practice I've helped individuals, couples and families successfully overcome life's challenges and return to a happier and peaceful lifestyle. I'll help you overcome life's difficulties by teaching you the tools you need to achieve positive growth and change.
(631) 714-2011 View (631) 714-2011
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Dan Berger
Psychologist, EdD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Setauket, NY 11733
I want to help you be in charge of your feelings, rather than your feelings be in charge. I want to help you feel better about yourself and enjoy life and work and all it has to offer. I want to help you enjoy family and friends and get along with them as best you can. I will be committed to helping you attain your goals.
I want to help you be in charge of your feelings, rather than your feelings be in charge. I want to help you feel better about yourself and enjoy life and work and all it has to offer. I want to help you enjoy family and friends and get along with them as best you can. I will be committed to helping you attain your goals.
(631) 410-6219 View (631) 410-6219
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Laura Carol Ter Poorten
Counselor, LMHC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
In practice for 23 years, I am a trauma informed therapist and Level III Attachment Focused EMDR therapist trained through the Parnell Institute for EMDR. I am passionate about using therapeutic modalities that get more of the brain and nervous system working on problematic issues to directly access people's adaptive functioning and strengths. My work with children/teens and adults includes mood & anxiety disorders, relationship & self-esteem difficulties, grief and loss, and PTSD. I have extensive expertise in treating trauma and eating disorders in children and adults.
In practice for 23 years, I am a trauma informed therapist and Level III Attachment Focused EMDR therapist trained through the Parnell Institute for EMDR. I am passionate about using therapeutic modalities that get more of the brain and nervous system working on problematic issues to directly access people's adaptive functioning and strengths. My work with children/teens and adults includes mood & anxiety disorders, relationship & self-esteem difficulties, grief and loss, and PTSD. I have extensive expertise in treating trauma and eating disorders in children and adults.
(631) 830-0642 View (631) 830-0642
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Genevieve Heidrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Setauket, NY 11733  (Online Only)
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, and overwhelmed? Are you looking to improve your relationships or dealing with life's challenges? At times life can be difficult. You do not need to deal with these concerns alone. There are ways to find solutions to these issues that will lead to greater inner peace.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, and overwhelmed? Are you looking to improve your relationships or dealing with life's challenges? At times life can be difficult. You do not need to deal with these concerns alone. There are ways to find solutions to these issues that will lead to greater inner peace.
(631) 706-4072 View (631) 706-4072
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Mary Ellen Johnston, R-LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733  (Online Only)
I applaud the courage of individuals who recognize the need to seek help for any emotional or life stage crisis. One of the biggest hurdles in achieving an improved sense of self and well-being,then,may already be behind you! I especially welcome families, couples and individuals struggling with the human life cycle crises - the birth of a child, job or residences changes, divorce, college, elderly parents, health problems, grief and loss. Managing situational or ongoing anxiety and depression also sometimes accompany these life cycle shifts, often challenging the very best of us.
I applaud the courage of individuals who recognize the need to seek help for any emotional or life stage crisis. One of the biggest hurdles in achieving an improved sense of self and well-being,then,may already be behind you! I especially welcome families, couples and individuals struggling with the human life cycle crises - the birth of a child, job or residences changes, divorce, college, elderly parents, health problems, grief and loss. Managing situational or ongoing anxiety and depression also sometimes accompany these life cycle shifts, often challenging the very best of us.
(631) 291-4021 View (631) 291-4021
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Amy D'Antonio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733  (Online Only)
Life can be stressful and overwhelming for teens, and adults. School, work, relationships, family issues, trauma, life transitions and social pressure can become challenging to cope with. These difficulties, in addition to other personal struggles, can lead to trouble in school or work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, opposition and defiance, irritability, relationship instability, feelings of low self esteem, and other concerns. We can work together to help you, or your child navigate a way towards a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
Life can be stressful and overwhelming for teens, and adults. School, work, relationships, family issues, trauma, life transitions and social pressure can become challenging to cope with. These difficulties, in addition to other personal struggles, can lead to trouble in school or work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, opposition and defiance, irritability, relationship instability, feelings of low self esteem, and other concerns. We can work together to help you, or your child navigate a way towards a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
(631) 309-2957 View (631) 309-2957
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Chris H. Tropin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733  (Online Only)
My belief is that each client is unique, and therefore no single style of treatment can be utilized for every situation. Having over two decades working in the fields of mental health and chemical addiction, I believe in empowering people to develop and achieve their personal goals rather than dictating the course of treatment for them. Every individual comes to therapy with the hope of making some positive change. I give them the tools they need to make this possible. The client is always in the driver's seat, no exceptions in this regard.
My belief is that each client is unique, and therefore no single style of treatment can be utilized for every situation. Having over two decades working in the fields of mental health and chemical addiction, I believe in empowering people to develop and achieve their personal goals rather than dictating the course of treatment for them. Every individual comes to therapy with the hope of making some positive change. I give them the tools they need to make this possible. The client is always in the driver's seat, no exceptions in this regard.
(516) 962-2793 View (516) 962-2793
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Sandy Schlesinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
The decision to see a therapist is a personal one and perhaps the most important factor in that decision is the connection you make with the therapist that you choose. I create a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment for you to discuss the challenges that you currently face. We will partner together to develop tools and coping skills to make positive change and live a happier life.
The decision to see a therapist is a personal one and perhaps the most important factor in that decision is the connection you make with the therapist that you choose. I create a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment for you to discuss the challenges that you currently face. We will partner together to develop tools and coping skills to make positive change and live a happier life.
(631) 964-6027 View (631) 964-6027
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Michael Robert Lonergan
Counselor, DSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
After more than 38 years as a clinical care therapist I have come to believe that each and every individual has the power and insight to change their world. Self-empowerment works!!
After more than 38 years as a clinical care therapist I have come to believe that each and every individual has the power and insight to change their world. Self-empowerment works!!
(516) 908-9353 View (516) 908-9353
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Abby Leefer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Setauket, NY 11733
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years in practice. I seek to provide a safe, comfortable and supportive environment in which clients can explore their struggles and how to best address them, in order to experience more peace and live more authentically. I employ a variety of techniques to achieve these goals, including CBT, psychoanalytic, coping strategies, family systems and most importantly, Rogerian based humanistic treatment. My belief about therapy is that it should be client centered; that every person is unique, and should be treated as an individual.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years in practice. I seek to provide a safe, comfortable and supportive environment in which clients can explore their struggles and how to best address them, in order to experience more peace and live more authentically. I employ a variety of techniques to achieve these goals, including CBT, psychoanalytic, coping strategies, family systems and most importantly, Rogerian based humanistic treatment. My belief about therapy is that it should be client centered; that every person is unique, and should be treated as an individual.
(631) 284-4924 View (631) 284-4924
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Nicole Williams-Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Setauket, NY 11733
Welcome! I'm so glad that you're taking a moment to look into therapy, whether it's for yourself or someone else you care about. Negative or traumatic experiences can wreak havoc on our daily lives. I work with clients to create or rebuild a sense of safety, to identify resources to help them move forward, and to recognize and champion their own strength and resilience.
Welcome! I'm so glad that you're taking a moment to look into therapy, whether it's for yourself or someone else you care about. Negative or traumatic experiences can wreak havoc on our daily lives. I work with clients to create or rebuild a sense of safety, to identify resources to help them move forward, and to recognize and champion their own strength and resilience.
(267) 334-2190 View (267) 334-2190
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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.