Psychodynamic Therapists in Bellevue, WA
I integrate evidence-based treatments, including relational psychodynamic therapy, CBT, MI, and ACT to explore patterns of relationships, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
You deserve to live a full life that makes you feel hopeful, happy, and connected. However, you might be feeling depressed or anxious. Or maybe you’re feeling unsure of yourself and unsatisfied with your relationships. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in your life and find yourself coping in unhealthy ways. Whatever concerns bring you here, you are daring to create change, and finding a therapist who is a good fit can make the process more overwhelming. I am a licensed doctor of clinical psychology with a wide range of clinical expertise, and I believe that therapy is a space that can foster self-discovery and healing.
I integrate evidence-based treatments, including relational psychodynamic therapy, CBT, MI, and ACT to explore patterns of relationships, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
You deserve to live a full life that makes you feel hopeful, happy, and connected. However, you might be feeling depressed or anxious. Or maybe you’re feeling unsure of yourself and unsatisfied with your relationships. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in your life and find yourself coping in unhealthy ways. Whatever concerns bring you here, you are daring to create change, and finding a therapist who is a good fit can make the process more overwhelming. I am a licensed doctor of clinical psychology with a wide range of clinical expertise, and I believe that therapy is a space that can foster self-discovery and healing.
Jason E Dodd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty is PTSD treatment, with behavioral, psychodynamic, and art therapy options available to help survivors of abuse (physical, sexual, emotional, spiritual/religious), relationship violence, and other traumatic experiences to regain lost senses of personal power, safety, momentum, emotional control, healthier coping skills, and social connection.
*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* A veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a former domestic violence advocate, I specialize in providing evidence-based psychotherapy and advocacy-based counseling for survivors of relationship abuse and other traumatic experiences. As a general practitioner, I also help with issues ranging from self-image, depression, and grief, to social and general anxiety, OCD, family conflict and divorce, religious shunning / transitions, adolescent and adult giftedness, nontraditional relationships, and matters of sexual orientation and gender identity (LGBTQ/non-binary affirming).
My specialty is PTSD treatment, with behavioral, psychodynamic, and art therapy options available to help survivors of abuse (physical, sexual, emotional, spiritual/religious), relationship violence, and other traumatic experiences to regain lost senses of personal power, safety, momentum, emotional control, healthier coping skills, and social connection.
*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* A veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a former domestic violence advocate, I specialize in providing evidence-based psychotherapy and advocacy-based counseling for survivors of relationship abuse and other traumatic experiences. As a general practitioner, I also help with issues ranging from self-image, depression, and grief, to social and general anxiety, OCD, family conflict and divorce, religious shunning / transitions, adolescent and adult giftedness, nontraditional relationships, and matters of sexual orientation and gender identity (LGBTQ/non-binary affirming).
My counseling approach is to first help you clarify your presenting problems from an integrated mind-body-spirit-environment perspective. I utilize mindfulness to help you to develop clarity in the present moment, and with depth psychology, psychodynamic, EMDR, art therapy, Jungian psychology, and focusing-oriented psychotherapy to help you explore and embrace your, SELF, inner wisdom, and unconscious awareness for healing. Through processing unhealed wounds in the past, we can unveil the authentic SELF, and finding life meanings to journey on.
My counseling approach is to first help you clarify your presenting problems from an integrated mind-body-spirit-environment perspective. I utilize mindfulness to help you to develop clarity in the present moment, and with depth psychology, psychodynamic, EMDR, art therapy, Jungian psychology, and focusing-oriented psychotherapy to help you explore and embrace your, SELF, inner wisdom, and unconscious awareness for healing. Through processing unhealed wounds in the past, we can unveil the authentic SELF, and finding life meanings to journey on.
As a therapist, I bring a rich and diverse background in various therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, client-centered, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
As a licensed psychologist in the State of Washington, I offer psychotherapy services to adult clients from diverse backgrounds struggling with a variety of issues. My primary areas of focus are difficult life transitions, grief, loss, and the complexity of emotions that can accompany these, including anxiety and depression. I also enjoy working with older individuals who may be grappling with the unique challenges that later life can bring. My approach is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to be heard and supported, especially during times of struggle.
As a therapist, I bring a rich and diverse background in various therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, client-centered, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
As a licensed psychologist in the State of Washington, I offer psychotherapy services to adult clients from diverse backgrounds struggling with a variety of issues. My primary areas of focus are difficult life transitions, grief, loss, and the complexity of emotions that can accompany these, including anxiety and depression. I also enjoy working with older individuals who may be grappling with the unique challenges that later life can bring. My approach is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to be heard and supported, especially during times of struggle.
Surinder Antal
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have training in emotion focused couples therapy, systems and psychodynamic approach, and in dealing with culturally sensitive issues.
The stressors of day to day tasks can drown out the voice that may have deeper connection to your intuitive and wiser self. Being in therapy can potentially allow you to listen to yourself in a unique and meaningful way. My hope is to provide an empathic environment to explore and challenge some of the barriers, often self-created, keeping you from your goals. I have over 15 years of experience working with adults, couples and families.
I have training in emotion focused couples therapy, systems and psychodynamic approach, and in dealing with culturally sensitive issues.
The stressors of day to day tasks can drown out the voice that may have deeper connection to your intuitive and wiser self. Being in therapy can potentially allow you to listen to yourself in a unique and meaningful way. My hope is to provide an empathic environment to explore and challenge some of the barriers, often self-created, keeping you from your goals. I have over 15 years of experience working with adults, couples and families.
Matthew J Bennett
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Passion for my work, empathy, and excellence in clinical training (several years at University of Pennsylvania) allow me to provide effective, lasting results. I use an integrative, eclectic approach combining psychodynamic and interpersonal therapies to help adolescents and adults gain insight and work through varied life concerns. I see symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and relationship conflict as opportunities for change and personal growth.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Passion for my work, empathy, and excellence in clinical training (several years at University of Pennsylvania) allow me to provide effective, lasting results. I use an integrative, eclectic approach combining psychodynamic and interpersonal therapies to help adolescents and adults gain insight and work through varied life concerns. I see symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and relationship conflict as opportunities for change and personal growth.
My therapeutic approach is informed by Relational Focused Psychodynamic Therapy, DBT, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Object Relations and Play Therapy.
Healing, growth, change and/or integration are possible for you. Using a non-judgmental and collaborative therapeutic approach we will honor and work with your unique story (past, present and future). My therapeutic lens is framed predominantly by relational and attachment theories therefore providing opportunities to engage your inner world through the context of our therapeutic relationship. Periodically you and I may be gifted real time relational interactions that mirror or reflect core issues that bring you to to therapy. In working with and through these dynamics we will have an opportunity to heal, grow and integrate.
My therapeutic approach is informed by Relational Focused Psychodynamic Therapy, DBT, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Object Relations and Play Therapy.
Healing, growth, change and/or integration are possible for you. Using a non-judgmental and collaborative therapeutic approach we will honor and work with your unique story (past, present and future). My therapeutic lens is framed predominantly by relational and attachment theories therefore providing opportunities to engage your inner world through the context of our therapeutic relationship. Periodically you and I may be gifted real time relational interactions that mirror or reflect core issues that bring you to to therapy. In working with and through these dynamics we will have an opportunity to heal, grow and integrate.
For adults I utilize psychodynamic psychotherapy, with a foundation in attachment theory.
I am accepting new clients. My clients are adults, children, and families. Adult clients are usually motivated to enter therapy by intrapersonal or interpersonal issues. Children often present internalized or externalized behavior problems and are brought into therapy by a concerned caregiver. Children may be depressed, withdrawn, angry, defiant, or underachieving. Therapy with children is very different from therapy with adults and requires an approach that is developmentally appropriate. I provide a confidential, safe place to explore psychodynamic issues and collaborate on approaches that feel right for you.
For adults I utilize psychodynamic psychotherapy, with a foundation in attachment theory.
I am accepting new clients. My clients are adults, children, and families. Adult clients are usually motivated to enter therapy by intrapersonal or interpersonal issues. Children often present internalized or externalized behavior problems and are brought into therapy by a concerned caregiver. Children may be depressed, withdrawn, angry, defiant, or underachieving. Therapy with children is very different from therapy with adults and requires an approach that is developmentally appropriate. I provide a confidential, safe place to explore psychodynamic issues and collaborate on approaches that feel right for you.
Michal Goldring Keidar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98007 (Online Only)
The heart of my work as a therapist is helping my clients transform their relationships with others as well as with themselves to a healthy, empowering and meaningful ones. I've been in practice over 15 years, providing therapy to individuals, couples families and groups. I'm informed by research based therapy methods including anti oppressive psychodynamic therapy, CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), narrative therapy, attachment theory and EMDR. I'm a Gottman educator in the 'Bringing Baby Home' (BBH) to expecting and new parents and The 7 Principles Program for couples'.
The heart of my work as a therapist is helping my clients transform their relationships with others as well as with themselves to a healthy, empowering and meaningful ones. I've been in practice over 15 years, providing therapy to individuals, couples families and groups. I'm informed by research based therapy methods including anti oppressive psychodynamic therapy, CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), narrative therapy, attachment theory and EMDR. I'm a Gottman educator in the 'Bringing Baby Home' (BBH) to expecting and new parents and The 7 Principles Program for couples'.
I use a strength-based approach and utilize different modalities such as Psychodynamic Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Play Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
As a experienced bicultural Asian therapist from an immigrant family, I am passionate to help clients and provide culturally sensitive care that considers the unique experiences and challenges that clients have while highlighting strengths and talents. I also worked as an school teacher for over ten years because I loved working with students. Now I am happy as a mental health therapist to further facilitate healing and growth for both adults' and children's mental health and see them improve in their work, school and/or relationships. My office for in person is at Bellevue/Redmond. Best way to contact please click (Email us) tab
I use a strength-based approach and utilize different modalities such as Psychodynamic Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Play Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
As a experienced bicultural Asian therapist from an immigrant family, I am passionate to help clients and provide culturally sensitive care that considers the unique experiences and challenges that clients have while highlighting strengths and talents. I also worked as an school teacher for over ten years because I loved working with students. Now I am happy as a mental health therapist to further facilitate healing and growth for both adults' and children's mental health and see them improve in their work, school and/or relationships. My office for in person is at Bellevue/Redmond. Best way to contact please click (Email us) tab
Drawing on 25 plus years experience and training in psychodynamic therapy, CBT/ACT, and mindfulness interventions; I can help you create a life you can love, not just endure.
Reaching out for help isn't easy. We're afraid people will judge us if they find out how messed up we really are. We judge ourselves for not being strong enough to fix our own problems in the first place. So we start pretending. We pretend to be happier than we are, more successful than we are, stronger than we are. We get pretty good at it too. So good in fact that the pretending parts begin to take over and the real parts start to fade away. That's where the trouble begins and where I can help.
Drawing on 25 plus years experience and training in psychodynamic therapy, CBT/ACT, and mindfulness interventions; I can help you create a life you can love, not just endure.
Reaching out for help isn't easy. We're afraid people will judge us if they find out how messed up we really are. We judge ourselves for not being strong enough to fix our own problems in the first place. So we start pretending. We pretend to be happier than we are, more successful than we are, stronger than we are. We get pretty good at it too. So good in fact that the pretending parts begin to take over and the real parts start to fade away. That's where the trouble begins and where I can help.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98007
My therapeutic approach is based on individual needs and psychodynamic theory, emphasizing insight and other research-based approaches: Trauma-informed care, CBT, EFT, CFT and skills-building techniques.
Experiencing stress and emotional pain can be overwhelming. It may be difficult to take the first step and seek help, but you don't have to face these challenges alone. As your therapist, I am here to help you navigate these difficulties. I use an insight-oriented approach to help you make sense of your feelings and behaviors. By exploring your internal world, you gain a deeper understanding of how your past experiences affect you today, and pave a way for change & growth. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions (pregnancy, relocation), concerns about relationships, parenting & identity.
My therapeutic approach is based on individual needs and psychodynamic theory, emphasizing insight and other research-based approaches: Trauma-informed care, CBT, EFT, CFT and skills-building techniques.
Experiencing stress and emotional pain can be overwhelming. It may be difficult to take the first step and seek help, but you don't have to face these challenges alone. As your therapist, I am here to help you navigate these difficulties. I use an insight-oriented approach to help you make sense of your feelings and behaviors. By exploring your internal world, you gain a deeper understanding of how your past experiences affect you today, and pave a way for change & growth. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions (pregnancy, relocation), concerns about relationships, parenting & identity.
I was trained in the Psychodynamic theoretical lens and I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Humanistic theories into my work with clients.
I believe that having a compassionate and non-judgmental person to talk to can feel like a breath of fresh air. If you are feeling ready to begin exploring your thoughts, feelings, behaviors and experiences in order to gain insight and find solutions, I would be honored to help.
I was trained in the Psychodynamic theoretical lens and I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Humanistic theories into my work with clients.
I believe that having a compassionate and non-judgmental person to talk to can feel like a breath of fresh air. If you are feeling ready to begin exploring your thoughts, feelings, behaviors and experiences in order to gain insight and find solutions, I would be honored to help.
Wen-Yu Cheng, Jungian Analyst, Neuropsychologist
Psychologist, PsyD, PSYPACT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
Welcome to what may well be a journey of transformation. As a psychologist, neuropsychologist, and Jungian analyst, I am dedicated to facilitating your psychotherapy or neurorehabilitation. My background in neuropsychology, mindfulness, Jungian/ psychodynamic approaches, and multicultural perspectives enables me to tailor our work for your inner struggles, relationship issues, and brain health challenges (e.g., stress, anxiety/depression/grief, trauma, immigration, racial identities, LGBTQ+, life transitions, aging, chronic illness, brain injury/TBI/Alzheimer's). Together, we can arrive at a path of growth that makes sense to you.
Welcome to what may well be a journey of transformation. As a psychologist, neuropsychologist, and Jungian analyst, I am dedicated to facilitating your psychotherapy or neurorehabilitation. My background in neuropsychology, mindfulness, Jungian/ psychodynamic approaches, and multicultural perspectives enables me to tailor our work for your inner struggles, relationship issues, and brain health challenges (e.g., stress, anxiety/depression/grief, trauma, immigration, racial identities, LGBTQ+, life transitions, aging, chronic illness, brain injury/TBI/Alzheimer's). Together, we can arrive at a path of growth that makes sense to you.
My primary therapy methods are attachment-based, psychodynamic, and narrative.
I work often with clients on issues such as learning to set and hold boundaries, unpacking codependency, and understanding why they are unhappy in relationships. We all find ourselves repeating behaviors and patterns that once helped but begin to no longer work for us. Often my clients are in a stuck place, a life transition, grieving a loss, or wanting to change relational patterns. Other areas of interest and experience include identifying and addressing current patterns of abuse or healing from past abuse (emotional, sexual, physical, spiritual).
My primary therapy methods are attachment-based, psychodynamic, and narrative.
I work often with clients on issues such as learning to set and hold boundaries, unpacking codependency, and understanding why they are unhappy in relationships. We all find ourselves repeating behaviors and patterns that once helped but begin to no longer work for us. Often my clients are in a stuck place, a life transition, grieving a loss, or wanting to change relational patterns. Other areas of interest and experience include identifying and addressing current patterns of abuse or healing from past abuse (emotional, sexual, physical, spiritual).
These include Modern Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Stress Management, Behavioral Medicine, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprogramming), Guided Imagery, Play Therapy, Parental Counseling, Psychodrama, Meditation, and Spiritual Counseling.
I have been providing psychotherapy and consulting services since 1993 for adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. My practice is quite diverse and involves the following services: (1) Treatment of PTSD, trauma, bereavement, relationship issues, depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, borderline disorder, ADHD, bipolar, conduct disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Asperger’s. (2) Treatment of chronic pain, quality of life issues, and psychology problems due to debilitating or acute illnesses, such as cancer and auto-immune diseases. (3) Personal growth, spiritual development, and wellness counseling. (4) Sports psychology to improve performance and motivation. (5) Cognitive, personality, learning, and pre-surgical assessments.
These include Modern Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Stress Management, Behavioral Medicine, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprogramming), Guided Imagery, Play Therapy, Parental Counseling, Psychodrama, Meditation, and Spiritual Counseling.
I have been providing psychotherapy and consulting services since 1993 for adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. My practice is quite diverse and involves the following services: (1) Treatment of PTSD, trauma, bereavement, relationship issues, depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, borderline disorder, ADHD, bipolar, conduct disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Asperger’s. (2) Treatment of chronic pain, quality of life issues, and psychology problems due to debilitating or acute illnesses, such as cancer and auto-immune diseases. (3) Personal growth, spiritual development, and wellness counseling. (4) Sports psychology to improve performance and motivation. (5) Cognitive, personality, learning, and pre-surgical assessments.
I view my work through a psychodynamic, attachment-focused, internal family systems lens - meaning that I see our time together to be both about what's happening right now and the multiplicity of past experiences that have led you here.
Immediate openings available! I specialize in perinatal mental health, but enjoy supporting parents all along the spectrum of their journey to growing a family. I have specialized training and experience working with people that are facing the challenges of trying to conceive, pregnancy/postpartum, unexpected birth experiences, parenting small children, and loss. In addition to this speciality, I have focused my work in supporting children and adults around themes of trauma, attachment challenges, mood issues (depression/anxiety), identity exploration, self-esteem, relationships, body image, parenting, spirituality, and grief/loss.
I view my work through a psychodynamic, attachment-focused, internal family systems lens - meaning that I see our time together to be both about what's happening right now and the multiplicity of past experiences that have led you here.
Immediate openings available! I specialize in perinatal mental health, but enjoy supporting parents all along the spectrum of their journey to growing a family. I have specialized training and experience working with people that are facing the challenges of trying to conceive, pregnancy/postpartum, unexpected birth experiences, parenting small children, and loss. In addition to this speciality, I have focused my work in supporting children and adults around themes of trauma, attachment challenges, mood issues (depression/anxiety), identity exploration, self-esteem, relationships, body image, parenting, spirituality, and grief/loss.
Ellen Bovarnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, MHP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I focus on supporting clients in navigating the unique challenges in their lives. I draw on my training and 20+ years of experience in many treatment techniques including family systems, psychodynamic, gestalt, transactional analysis, EFT, mindfulness, bereavement and cognitive behavioral therapies in my work. I tailor my work to the client's needs while building on their existing skill sets and supporting their innate strengths.
As a therapist, I focus on supporting clients in navigating the unique challenges in their lives. I draw on my training and 20+ years of experience in many treatment techniques including family systems, psychodynamic, gestalt, transactional analysis, EFT, mindfulness, bereavement and cognitive behavioral therapies in my work. I tailor my work to the client's needs while building on their existing skill sets and supporting their innate strengths.
My approach is psychodynamic.
Are you wondering if psychotherapy may help? Many, many clients have discovered that speaking to another about their stresses and symptoms, in a safe and non-judgemental place, alleviates their anxiety or depression. This is because it is easy to feel overwhelmed alone by the many difficult feelings and confusing thoughts and because another mind and heart can clear the way for deeper understanding, support and healing.
I encourage you to take the step to call.
My approach is psychodynamic.
Are you wondering if psychotherapy may help? Many, many clients have discovered that speaking to another about their stresses and symptoms, in a safe and non-judgemental place, alleviates their anxiety or depression. This is because it is easy to feel overwhelmed alone by the many difficult feelings and confusing thoughts and because another mind and heart can clear the way for deeper understanding, support and healing.
I encourage you to take the step to call.
I practice psychodynamic mind-body psychotherapy, incorporating Relational Psychoanalytic, Experiential Dynamic, Existential-Phenomenlogical, and Buddhist perspectives.
Welcome. Are you looking for more joy and better relationships? My training has taught me to help people examine and describe the life they have, identifying areas in which they are "stuck," and reconnect to the life-goals that motivated them. Sometimes this stuckness has to do with certain feelings, sometimes it is about past traumas, often it shows up as repeating patterns in significant relationships, and sometimes it manifests as a malaise in which a direction in life seems impossible to find.
I practice psychodynamic mind-body psychotherapy, incorporating Relational Psychoanalytic, Experiential Dynamic, Existential-Phenomenlogical, and Buddhist perspectives.
Welcome. Are you looking for more joy and better relationships? My training has taught me to help people examine and describe the life they have, identifying areas in which they are "stuck," and reconnect to the life-goals that motivated them. Sometimes this stuckness has to do with certain feelings, sometimes it is about past traumas, often it shows up as repeating patterns in significant relationships, and sometimes it manifests as a malaise in which a direction in life seems impossible to find.
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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.