Psychodynamic Therapists in Philadelphia, PA

Kudos for taking this first step toward starting your therapeutic journey. Choosing a therapist is a very personal and can sometimes be a confusing process. I recognize that finding a therapist that is a good fit for your needs is important but not always easy! In my practice, I believe that establishing a genuine and collaborative relationship is vital. I work to establish a safe, judgement-free environment where you feel heard. I utilize an integrative approach drawing from internal family systems, psychodynamic, EMDR, feminist, and strengths-based practices, tailoring to and honoring the unique needs of each client.

I believe that one of the most important aspects of therapy is the relationship between client and therapist. I prioritize co-creating a space that is warm, non-judgmental, built on trust, and rooted in mutual respect. I approach therapy from a psychodynamic perspective, and I'm interested in how our past experiences continue to shape the present. Using this approach in concert with mindfulness, IFS, CBT, and expressive arts, I work to support you in sitting with and working through difficult emotions.

If you'd like to be free from relational trauma, I would love to help you. I specialize in anxiety, depression, emotional and narcissistic abuse, Trauma/PTSD, ACA / ACoA recovery for adult children of alcoholics and family dysfunction, Personality Disorders, and ADHD. I've worked in substance abuse recovery for 8 years and led a group for adults with ADHD with the national organization CHADD for 3 years. I work with abuse survivors and I lead an ongoing group for recovery from gaslighting, narcissistic and emotional abuse, betrayal trauma, and intimate partner violence. If you're going through hell, keep going.

Are you looking to connect deeper with yourself and those around you? Do you feel stuck or paralyzed by anxiety and struggle to find new, helpful ways to cope with the things you're dealing with? If you're going through a hard time, you don't have to do it alone. Together we can help you find and practice new skills and strategies to work towards your healing from a bottom-up approach that feels sustainable and empowering.

There’s a big difference between thinking and feeling something to be true. Many of my clients are painfully aware of their patterns, but despite their best efforts, they struggle to embody their values. I know firsthand how hard and frustrating therapy can be for just this reason, as well as how life-changing a good therapeutic relationship can be. In my practice, I work with individuals who have experienced trauma, relationship issues, and want to work through life transitions, and boundary setting.

You may find yourself feeling stuck, struggling with unsatisfying relationships, or wanting to feel more connected to yourself and others. Together we will work on co-creating an environment most conducive to what you need to feel safe and heard to heal and grow. My approach is compassionate, humorous and committed to helping you to live your life more fully. I enjoy working with adults and couples. I specialize in working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and queer folks exploring questions of gender identity and sexuality. Expertise working with parents/families of transgender youth.

Good therapeutic experiences are created through a balance of support and challenge in the context of a good therapeutic relationship. As a therapist, I try to create support by listening carefully, trying hard to understand, highlighting your strengths, validating your experiences, and celebrating your growth. I try to provide challenge by encouraging you to develop insight into your your situation, presenting concerns. thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and considering what, if anything, you want to change about these things. (Currently taking EMDR clients)

People of all identities deserve mental health care that honors their whole, unique self. I enjoy working with LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodivergent folks, and gamers. My work is rooted in anti-racist, trans and queer-affirming, feminist, and social justice values. With warmth, compassion, and probably (...definitely) some metaphors from your favorite games, let's bring curiosity to where you are, where you want to get to, and how we can get there together. As a therapist I pull from lots of different modalities, and my favorites are IFS, trauma informed care, and psychodynamic psychotherapy.

I have had over 30 years of experience working with clients who are experiencing difficulties at transition times in their lives. I work with adolescents, adults and the elderly who are going through challenges associated with life cycle changes such as relationship problems, school or job related problems or dealing with chronic or acute medical problems. I work from a family systems perspective and often work with family members of those experiencing the kinds of issues I mentioned above. Many of the clients I work with present with depression, anxiety, anger, significant loss , couples issues and/or parenting issues.

Therapy can be a warm, supportive environment to begin exploring your relationship to yourself and others around you. I believe collaboration and empathy are key to creating the type of space that can facilitate healing and growth. Finding a therapist you feel comfortable enough to enter that type of space with is immensely important in the process of change. I truly enjoy getting to know each person I work with and getting a deeper sense of who they are and what they’re looking for. I’m passionate about exploring the human experience and meeting my clients where they are at on their journeys.

Welcome. I am a licensed therapist with 8 years of professional experience. Therapy is a journey tailored to your needs and goals. My pragmatic, evidence-based approach combines compassion and candor to facilitate meaningful progress. Together, we will explore old patterns, discover new perspectives, and engage in exercises to enhance your well-being.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist located near Rittenhouse Square. While I have experience with a wide range of issues, I am especially skilled in working with depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss, shame, and sexual and gender identity concerns. My approach to treatment is relational and psychodynamic. This means that I strive to maintain a strong focus on the relationship⁠—both the therapeutic and real, human relationship⁠—between the client and me. To this end, I believe that the therapeutic relationship is itself a powerful agent for change and can serve as a foundation for addressing numerous real-world problems.

Welcome! Starting psychotherapy can be overwhelming and by visiting my page, you are taking strides to improve yourself and your relationships. My goal is to provide an opportunity for you to reflect and ultimately create change.

Welcome, and how amazing we are both meeting here. When looking for a therapist there can be many uncertainties, regardless if this is your first time or you are well-versed in searching for a therapist that will suit your needs. I am here to walk alongside you in this journey, offering support, guidance, and healthy coping skills to help you reach your goals. I am passionate about working with persons of all identities that are willing to look into their experiences of anxiety, depression, trauma, childhood, and discomfort that are occurring in their lives. I also offer a sliding scale to accommodate financial needs.

Have you had a car accident and lost everything, including your career and physical health? Did you have to undergo multiple surgeries to fix your body because of the accident? Are you becoming more and more depressed and easily angry at home? Does your family think you need some help? Have you struggled with a lot of anxiety & OCD since you were young? Do you want to make changes to yourself so your husband and daughters can love again? I use a person-centered approach to build rapport with clients. I provide psychoeducation about what depression & anxiety are and how therapy works to help reduce the unknown feelings.

I feel it is an honor and privilege to serve as a therapist. Creating a partnership with clients, I work to provide a safe, warm, nurturing and empathic space. My goal as an EMDR therapist is to work collaboratively with clients- creating transformative healing and change, and increasing self understanding and self compassion. I currently have availability for intensive EMDR- individually tailored (half, full or multi day therapy) in person at my Philadelphia location or online (PA and NJ residents).

I am a psychotherapist and music therapist. I enjoy working with kids, teens, and adults of all ages. I approach therapy from an anti-oppressive and systems perspective, meaning that my primary lens seeks to understand systemic barriers and discriminatory cultural contexts that impact the well-being of those I work with. I am well positioned to work with folks who are LGBTQIA+ and/or inhabit non-traditional family/relationship structures. I have many years of experience working with folks who are grieving, chronically/terminally ill, autistic, depressed, anxious, and folks who have experienced trauma.

What is your story? It's common to have a running narrative about who you are in this world. We use certain words to describe ourselves, like “I’m too shy.” “I’m an anxious person.” “I’m not good enough.” While these stories are based on real experiences, they can also hold power over our self-esteem, our decision-making, and our relationships. In therapy, we will work to understand yourself in new ways that feel more accepting, empowering and expansive.

I believe that in order to change anything, we first need to understand and accept it. This is done through talking. I bring an empathetic, worldly, and multidisciplinary approach to help you gain a deeper understanding of who you are and what you want. We all repeat the same patterns through our lives that sometimes prevent us from happiness.Through therapy, we can start to observe those patterns, and then decide how we want to change them.