Psychodynamic Therapists in Beverly Hills, CA
Scarlett Quenette
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Having completed dual specializations in Forensic Psychology and Clinical counseling, I trained in the psychodynamic approach.
You’re feeling fragile? We all get that way. We often don’t credit the hard work we’re doing, while focusing on perceived flaws. How relieved would you feel to let that all go, or be kinder to yourself? I’m not going to lie; it can be uncomfortable to share the most vulnerable parts of yourself with a stranger. But we won’t be strangers long. You’ll talk and I’ll listen. I’m curious and non-judgmental. You’ll find that I’m a nurturing and calming presence, and despite my professionalism I’m not afraid to joke and laugh with you. The relationship is central to our work.
Having completed dual specializations in Forensic Psychology and Clinical counseling, I trained in the psychodynamic approach.
You’re feeling fragile? We all get that way. We often don’t credit the hard work we’re doing, while focusing on perceived flaws. How relieved would you feel to let that all go, or be kinder to yourself? I’m not going to lie; it can be uncomfortable to share the most vulnerable parts of yourself with a stranger. But we won’t be strangers long. You’ll talk and I’ll listen. I’m curious and non-judgmental. You’ll find that I’m a nurturing and calming presence, and despite my professionalism I’m not afraid to joke and laugh with you. The relationship is central to our work.
Madison Cole
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
I specialize in psychodynamic theory in combination with person-centered cognitive behavioral therapy.
People go through many phases of life, all of which can present unique challenges and opportunities for growth and change. Therapy can help individuals and couples transform their lives and relationships, and gain a deeper awareness which can lead to a healthier mind and body.
I specialize in psychodynamic theory in combination with person-centered cognitive behavioral therapy.
People go through many phases of life, all of which can present unique challenges and opportunities for growth and change. Therapy can help individuals and couples transform their lives and relationships, and gain a deeper awareness which can lead to a healthier mind and body.
My psychiatric practice is 100% virtual on Zoom with medical licenses in California, DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, and CA. I have been in the private practice of psychodynamic psychiatry for over three decades. I provide a safe, warm and trusting environment in which you can discuss your deepest concerns and you can feel that you are being listened to and truly heard. I prescribe medication when indicated as an adjunt to your psychotherapy. I only prescribed medication to patients who are also meeting with me in psychotherapy. I am out-of-network with all insurance companies, and I am opted-out of Medicare and Medicaid.
My psychiatric practice is 100% virtual on Zoom with medical licenses in California, DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, and CA. I have been in the private practice of psychodynamic psychiatry for over three decades. I provide a safe, warm and trusting environment in which you can discuss your deepest concerns and you can feel that you are being listened to and truly heard. I prescribe medication when indicated as an adjunt to your psychotherapy. I only prescribed medication to patients who are also meeting with me in psychotherapy. I am out-of-network with all insurance companies, and I am opted-out of Medicare and Medicaid.
Shirah Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (Online Only)
I integrate my experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Psychodynamic Therapy in every session.
Do you feel overwhelmed while going through a difficult transition in your life? Let's find a way for you to reach your highest potential. I work with women going through life transitions, including motherhood, divorce, and infidelity. Together, we do extensive trauma work, and build your self-esteem back up.I tailor my holistic treatment plans to each individual client. I focus on creating healthy coping mechanisms, healing from trauma, and help you find a deeper connection to yourself and others. PLEASE E-MAIL me first, to schedule a phone consultation :)
I integrate my experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Psychodynamic Therapy in every session.
Do you feel overwhelmed while going through a difficult transition in your life? Let's find a way for you to reach your highest potential. I work with women going through life transitions, including motherhood, divorce, and infidelity. Together, we do extensive trauma work, and build your self-esteem back up.I tailor my holistic treatment plans to each individual client. I focus on creating healthy coping mechanisms, healing from trauma, and help you find a deeper connection to yourself and others. PLEASE E-MAIL me first, to schedule a phone consultation :)
Rincy Mathew
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
I incorporate depth psychology, a psychodynamic process that engages the natural healing power of the psyche, along with mindfulness meditation, EMDR therapy for trauma reprocessing, Identity and Self development, and personal empowerment.
I believe psychotherapy to be sacred work that can be immensely healing and transformative. But it requires a genuine commitment to confront uncomfortable feelings and beliefs. In my experience, most psychic pain stems from a lack of connection to our authentic selves causing immense suffering that manifests into self-defeating thoughts and addictions, loss of purpose and meaning, and relational trauma. My work with clients is to unravel these self-limiting unconscious processes to gain better insight and live more intentionally with greater purpose and freedom.
I incorporate depth psychology, a psychodynamic process that engages the natural healing power of the psyche, along with mindfulness meditation, EMDR therapy for trauma reprocessing, Identity and Self development, and personal empowerment.
I believe psychotherapy to be sacred work that can be immensely healing and transformative. But it requires a genuine commitment to confront uncomfortable feelings and beliefs. In my experience, most psychic pain stems from a lack of connection to our authentic selves causing immense suffering that manifests into self-defeating thoughts and addictions, loss of purpose and meaning, and relational trauma. My work with clients is to unravel these self-limiting unconscious processes to gain better insight and live more intentionally with greater purpose and freedom.
G. Safina-Individual & Couples Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MA, APCC, ANCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
These include psychodynamic, DBT, ACT, CBT, IFS and Mentalization-based approaches tailored to meet your specific needs.
I specialize in providing therapy to individuals dealing with challenging life experiences. Whether you struggle to understand your feelings, communicate freely, or feel disconnected and unheard, I offer a safe space to explore and address these challenges. Together, we can delve into what burdens you, confront difficult questions, and discover effective strategies for your well-being.
These include psychodynamic, DBT, ACT, CBT, IFS and Mentalization-based approaches tailored to meet your specific needs.
I specialize in providing therapy to individuals dealing with challenging life experiences. Whether you struggle to understand your feelings, communicate freely, or feel disconnected and unheard, I offer a safe space to explore and address these challenges. Together, we can delve into what burdens you, confront difficult questions, and discover effective strategies for your well-being.
I use a psychodynamic modality to explore unconscious processes, mine childhood developmental experiences, and attend to curiously repetitive and unsatisfying relational patterns.
You have come up against an obstacle in your life, be it personal suffering, distress within a romantic relationship, a turning point in your professional life path, or difficulty faced by your child or family. You need a safe and supportive environment within which you can work to discern the sources of your psyche's anguish and navigate a path through your distress. Whether you are afflicted by anxiety or depression, the effects of trauma, a mood or personality disorder, or confusing and painful relationship dynamics, I guide and accompany you on a journey of self-discovery and psychological integration.
I use a psychodynamic modality to explore unconscious processes, mine childhood developmental experiences, and attend to curiously repetitive and unsatisfying relational patterns.
You have come up against an obstacle in your life, be it personal suffering, distress within a romantic relationship, a turning point in your professional life path, or difficulty faced by your child or family. You need a safe and supportive environment within which you can work to discern the sources of your psyche's anguish and navigate a path through your distress. Whether you are afflicted by anxiety or depression, the effects of trauma, a mood or personality disorder, or confusing and painful relationship dynamics, I guide and accompany you on a journey of self-discovery and psychological integration.
Dr. Shannon Chavez
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, LCP, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
My sexual health approach includes adult sex education, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, attachment-oriented psychodynamic, and embodied psychotherapy.
Do you have a sexual issue that is holding you back from experiencing your full sexual potential? Let's work together to improve your sexual health and overcome sexual concerns. Sex begins in the brain, our biggest sexual organ. Our work together will explore your thoughts, beliefs, and values around sexuality. Together we will break down the stigmas around sex and create a personalized plan to improve sexual functioning that can include therapy, coaching, and sex education. My practice focuses on sexual health and pleasure enhancement as a path to improving overall health and wellness.
My sexual health approach includes adult sex education, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, attachment-oriented psychodynamic, and embodied psychotherapy.
Do you have a sexual issue that is holding you back from experiencing your full sexual potential? Let's work together to improve your sexual health and overcome sexual concerns. Sex begins in the brain, our biggest sexual organ. Our work together will explore your thoughts, beliefs, and values around sexuality. Together we will break down the stigmas around sex and create a personalized plan to improve sexual functioning that can include therapy, coaching, and sex education. My practice focuses on sexual health and pleasure enhancement as a path to improving overall health and wellness.
Hannah Rogawski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
I am a psychodynamic therapist and I use a combination of evidence-based modalities, including mindfulness, DBT, CBT, ACT, IFS, and insight-oriented therapy.
I believe that therapy is both an art and a science, and that every individual is unique. I find that people often come to therapy with the hope of eliminating painful emotions, and with the belief that they cannot tolerate negative feelings. While I understand the desire to escape overwhelming emotions, my goal is not to help my clients suppress their emotions, but rather to help them develop the skills to co-exist and thrive with them. I partner with clients to help them develop practical tools to manage emotions, to feel better, and to overcome barriers which prevent them from achieving their personal goals.
I am a psychodynamic therapist and I use a combination of evidence-based modalities, including mindfulness, DBT, CBT, ACT, IFS, and insight-oriented therapy.
I believe that therapy is both an art and a science, and that every individual is unique. I find that people often come to therapy with the hope of eliminating painful emotions, and with the belief that they cannot tolerate negative feelings. While I understand the desire to escape overwhelming emotions, my goal is not to help my clients suppress their emotions, but rather to help them develop the skills to co-exist and thrive with them. I partner with clients to help them develop practical tools to manage emotions, to feel better, and to overcome barriers which prevent them from achieving their personal goals.
Negin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (143784) and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in private practice. She helps clients achieve their full potential by navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, chronic pain, and other stress disorders. She also works closely with parents, providing support and guidance on parenting issues, child/family dynamics, and child/adolescent development. Negin integrates Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Mindfulness to help clients achieve healing and wellbeing.
Negin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (143784) and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in private practice. She helps clients achieve their full potential by navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, chronic pain, and other stress disorders. She also works closely with parents, providing support and guidance on parenting issues, child/family dynamics, and child/adolescent development. Negin integrates Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Mindfulness to help clients achieve healing and wellbeing.
I therefore integrate psychodynamic work within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD and anxiety disorders. This approach focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.
I therefore integrate psychodynamic work within and alongside ERP, to foster deeper and more lasting change than ERP alone can offer.
I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD and anxiety disorders. This approach focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.
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Integrative Psychotherapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CGP
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
We integrate empirically proven techniques, rooted in psychodynamic theory, to offer a custom treatment plan based on the needs of each client.
Based in Beverly Hills, Integrative Psychotherapy Group’s experienced therapists provide insightful therapy to work through our clients’ concerns and guide meaningful change. We believe that therapy helps provide relief and self-awareness for those who feel overwhelmed or have trouble finding the root of their problems. Meaningful therapy depends on the powerful interpersonal relationship between the client and clinician, which is one of the many reasons why we work together to create a profound and significant connection.
We integrate empirically proven techniques, rooted in psychodynamic theory, to offer a custom treatment plan based on the needs of each client.
Based in Beverly Hills, Integrative Psychotherapy Group’s experienced therapists provide insightful therapy to work through our clients’ concerns and guide meaningful change. We believe that therapy helps provide relief and self-awareness for those who feel overwhelmed or have trouble finding the root of their problems. Meaningful therapy depends on the powerful interpersonal relationship between the client and clinician, which is one of the many reasons why we work together to create a profound and significant connection.
Lane Janger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, MA, MFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
I use CBT, DBT, Meaning-Based, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Mindfulness.
I work with teens and adults virtually in California, or in person in Los Angeles. Every day I meet people who feel stuck in their lives and behaviors yet struggle to take the necessary steps toward facing their challenges and meeting their potential. Whether you struggle with addiction, depression, anxiety, social factors, trauma, grief, childhood experience, ADHD/learning challenges, hopelessness, LGBTQ+, sexuality, and/or gender-related topics, I am here to help you clear the roadblocks between you and the best version of yourself.
I use CBT, DBT, Meaning-Based, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Mindfulness.
I work with teens and adults virtually in California, or in person in Los Angeles. Every day I meet people who feel stuck in their lives and behaviors yet struggle to take the necessary steps toward facing their challenges and meeting their potential. Whether you struggle with addiction, depression, anxiety, social factors, trauma, grief, childhood experience, ADHD/learning challenges, hopelessness, LGBTQ+, sexuality, and/or gender-related topics, I am here to help you clear the roadblocks between you and the best version of yourself.
Logan Xander Rhys
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, EMDR, AASECT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (Online Only)
I am trained in all modalities, but typically practice from a Psychodynamic and Neuropsychological base.
I am a Psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner in Beverly Hills, specializing in clinical issues related to trauma and identity, including: complex, developmental, interpersonal, and sexual trauma; personality disorders; anxiety; depression; sex; gender; and sexuality. It is my goal to provide a supportive environment, free of judgment and affirming of your personal experience, where you feel safe to explore, heal, and grow. I work collaboratively with clients to develop the most effective treatment approach for their specific concerns, with particular emphasis placed on trust, honesty, and compassion.
I am trained in all modalities, but typically practice from a Psychodynamic and Neuropsychological base.
I am a Psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner in Beverly Hills, specializing in clinical issues related to trauma and identity, including: complex, developmental, interpersonal, and sexual trauma; personality disorders; anxiety; depression; sex; gender; and sexuality. It is my goal to provide a supportive environment, free of judgment and affirming of your personal experience, where you feel safe to explore, heal, and grow. I work collaboratively with clients to develop the most effective treatment approach for their specific concerns, with particular emphasis placed on trust, honesty, and compassion.
Creative Minds Psychotherapy™
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
An in-depth psychodynamic approach with EMDR helps artists heal, access emotions, & navigate their career.
You long to live with meaning and purpose - to be authentically you, express your creativity, and be productive. To have fulfilling relationships. Be successful in a way the reflects your potential. Yet, big feelings or emotional conflicts control you. Fears, doubts, and worries take over. You continue to repeat self-defeating patterns. Maybe you’ve had a complicated childhood. Or, you find yourself anxious, depressed, and giving into addictions.
An in-depth psychodynamic approach with EMDR helps artists heal, access emotions, & navigate their career.
You long to live with meaning and purpose - to be authentically you, express your creativity, and be productive. To have fulfilling relationships. Be successful in a way the reflects your potential. Yet, big feelings or emotional conflicts control you. Fears, doubts, and worries take over. You continue to repeat self-defeating patterns. Maybe you’ve had a complicated childhood. Or, you find yourself anxious, depressed, and giving into addictions.
Through the therapeutic process, I aim to know and understand the authentic you. As collaborators, we can explore your hopes and fears, unlock what might be holding you back, and free you from old habits and patterns. I have experience in several therapeutic approaches, including Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT). Depending on your particular set of needs, I custom tailor our sessions to match your goals.
Through the therapeutic process, I aim to know and understand the authentic you. As collaborators, we can explore your hopes and fears, unlock what might be holding you back, and free you from old habits and patterns. I have experience in several therapeutic approaches, including Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT). Depending on your particular set of needs, I custom tailor our sessions to match your goals.
My extensive training in psychodynamic psychotherapy enable clients’ to recognize and value their self-worth.
My work has ignited my passion to work with people who live life through the lens of multiple cultures: the culture you might be born into and your ever evolving one. If you find yourself in a different country or environment, whether its creating a better opportunity for your family, education, or professionally based. Experiencing confusion and feelings of not belonging, isn’t uncommon.Being in an interracial or intercultural relationship adds its own layer of obstacles and difficulties. You might notice that your experiences through the world differ, and even your life expectations.
My extensive training in psychodynamic psychotherapy enable clients’ to recognize and value their self-worth.
My work has ignited my passion to work with people who live life through the lens of multiple cultures: the culture you might be born into and your ever evolving one. If you find yourself in a different country or environment, whether its creating a better opportunity for your family, education, or professionally based. Experiencing confusion and feelings of not belonging, isn’t uncommon.Being in an interracial or intercultural relationship adds its own layer of obstacles and difficulties. You might notice that your experiences through the world differ, and even your life expectations.
Kathy Tejada
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
I am trained in psychodynamic theory, I will work with you to understand the unconscious processes and how your past experiences shape your current thoughts and behaviors.
As we navigate through the various stages of life, having a space that is truly your own can provide a grounding anchor. Let’s work together to create this therapeutic space for you—a place that fosters peace, awareness, and connection. By becoming more aware of our thoughts and behaviors, we can understand the underlying patterns that shape our emotions and actions. This increased awareness helps build a more balanced and fulfilling life, one that aligns with your personal values and aspirations. Together, we can uncover the strengths and resources you already possess and use them to help you live a balanced and fulfilling life.
I am trained in psychodynamic theory, I will work with you to understand the unconscious processes and how your past experiences shape your current thoughts and behaviors.
As we navigate through the various stages of life, having a space that is truly your own can provide a grounding anchor. Let’s work together to create this therapeutic space for you—a place that fosters peace, awareness, and connection. By becoming more aware of our thoughts and behaviors, we can understand the underlying patterns that shape our emotions and actions. This increased awareness helps build a more balanced and fulfilling life, one that aligns with your personal values and aspirations. Together, we can uncover the strengths and resources you already possess and use them to help you live a balanced and fulfilling life.
Liz Craig
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (Online Only)
I utilize psychodynamic therapy to delve into and explore past experiences aimed at addressing unresolved childhood issues, Inner Child Work to facilitating the reconnection and healing of wounded aspects of your inner child through self-reparenting techniques, and I incorporate Compassion-Focused Therapy to create meaningful change.
I specialize in childhood trauma recovery. I can help you understand and heal from the profound effects of toxic family dynamics. Childhood trauma comes in many forms, from the big life-altering events to the more subtle yet equally impactful experiences like emotional neglect, parental mental illness (narcissism/borderline personality disorder), and parental alcoholism. These experiences wire and shape ones perception, but do not have to define you. I can help you rewire yourself and overcome anxieties that are holding you back in order to reclaim your self, your voice, and build healthier more fulfilling relationships.
I utilize psychodynamic therapy to delve into and explore past experiences aimed at addressing unresolved childhood issues, Inner Child Work to facilitating the reconnection and healing of wounded aspects of your inner child through self-reparenting techniques, and I incorporate Compassion-Focused Therapy to create meaningful change.
I specialize in childhood trauma recovery. I can help you understand and heal from the profound effects of toxic family dynamics. Childhood trauma comes in many forms, from the big life-altering events to the more subtle yet equally impactful experiences like emotional neglect, parental mental illness (narcissism/borderline personality disorder), and parental alcoholism. These experiences wire and shape ones perception, but do not have to define you. I can help you rewire yourself and overcome anxieties that are holding you back in order to reclaim your self, your voice, and build healthier more fulfilling relationships.
My psychodynamic training, Jungian perspectives, my specializiation in Co-dependency and 12 Steps programs make me a more knowledgable Psychotherapist.
Congratulations on taking the FIRST courageous step toward dealing with your PAIN that is no longer working for you; or perhaps you like to grow and learn more about yourself; or you want to achieve HEALING from grief/loss related to major life changes. Painful symptoms related to trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, or relational issues are tough to tackle by yourself. Understanding and dealing with addiction ( that could be generational) and facing feelings of blame shame guilt denial anger, and depression ALL by yourself is hard. By giving a non-judgmental and an empathetic therapist a CHANCE and Therapy time, change IS possible.
My psychodynamic training, Jungian perspectives, my specializiation in Co-dependency and 12 Steps programs make me a more knowledgable Psychotherapist.
Congratulations on taking the FIRST courageous step toward dealing with your PAIN that is no longer working for you; or perhaps you like to grow and learn more about yourself; or you want to achieve HEALING from grief/loss related to major life changes. Painful symptoms related to trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, or relational issues are tough to tackle by yourself. Understanding and dealing with addiction ( that could be generational) and facing feelings of blame shame guilt denial anger, and depression ALL by yourself is hard. By giving a non-judgmental and an empathetic therapist a CHANCE and Therapy time, change IS possible.
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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.