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Professionals Who Specialize in Psychodynamic Therapy
Tzvi Noble, LMFT
Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
"My approach is centered on understanding the whole person – not just the symptoms or behaviors, but the deeper story beneath them. I help clients explore what internal and external factors may have made them especially vulnerable to …
Yitzchok Wagshul, Ph.D.
Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, Ph.D
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Brooklyn
- $200
- Insurance
- 7 reviews
"One thing I’ve learned over the years is that there’s no “one size fits all” in psychotherapy, because every person has their own personality and life experience. I respect that, so I’ve put in a lot of time …
Rebecca Kivelevitz, M.S. Ed
Therapist, School Psychologist
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Brooklyn
- $80 - $150
- 2 reviews
"My approach is eclectic, meaning I thoughtfully tailor each session to the unique needs, personality, and background of the individual sitting across from me. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all method — people are complex, and so the …
Fayga Zellermaier, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY
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Brooklyn
- $75
- Insurance
"I use an integrative approach, weaving together multiple modalities to create a uniquely tailored experience for each individual. My extensive training includes CBT, DBT, IFS, and ACT, as well as utilization of psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and play …
Mendel Toron, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Aventura
- $225 - $400
- 4 reviews
"Through my work with clients, I began to notice a trend. While traditional talk therapy can be helpful, there often comes a point where people feel stuck in the same patterns, beliefs, and ways of responding, and struggle …
Bassy Schwartz, LMFT
Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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Cedarhurst
- $175 - $250
- Insurance
- 4 reviews
"Our work is focused on helping you reconnect—not just manage conflict, but truly feel like a team again. We identify and shift the deeper relational patterns driving conflict, disconnection, and emotional distance. Rather than staying at the surface, …
Meli Pil, MHC-LP
Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Limited Permit: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY
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Brooklyn
- $100 - $300
- Insurance
- 1 review
"My approach to therapy is collaborative and rooted in exploration. Rather than simply identifying problems and prescribing solutions, I work with my clients to help them uncover and understand their inner worlds. Therapy, to me, is an emotional …
Gila Souleiman, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Brooklyn
- $250 - $300
- 1 review
"My approach to therapy centers on identifying the patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate to yourself and others. We take time to slow things down so we can understand where those patterns came from and …
Sara Duato-Borenstein, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
"I view the therapy process as a collaborative journey, where the client and I work together to create meaningful change. It’s important to me that every client feels supported, cared for, and safe—this foundation is essential for true …
Orly Bentata Goldenberg, LMHC
Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
"In my journey as a therapist and founder of Smart Therapy PC, my driving force is a commitment to understanding and assisting individuals grappling with various facets of relationships, encompassing the one they share with themselves. I firmly …
Dr. Ori Lidor, PsyD
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
"My approach is integrative. I draw from CBT, psychodynamic therapy, attachment theory, and experiential methods, but at the core of everything I do is the understanding that the integrity of the relationship built between client and therapist is …
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Understanding Psychodynamic Therapy:
Psychodynamic Therapy is a therapeutic approach rooted in psychoanalytic principles, focusing on the unconscious processes and childhood experiences that shape an individual's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It aims to uncover and resolve unconscious conflicts and improve self-awareness. Psychodynamic Therapy is characterized by exploring the dynamics of the therapist-client relationship.
Application and Scope of Psychodynamic Therapy:
Psychodynamic Therapy is applied to a wide range of psychological concerns, including depression, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties. It's particularly effective for individuals who want to gain insight into the underlying causes of their emotional challenges and develop healthier ways of coping. Psychodynamic Therapy is relevant for people of various backgrounds and can be adapted to individual needs.
What to Expect in Psychodynamic Therapy Sessions:
In Psychodynamic Therapy sessions, individuals engage in open and exploratory conversations with a trained therapist. The therapist encourages self-reflection and helps individuals examine their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, often focusing on recurring themes and patterns. The therapeutic relationship itself is considered a valuable tool for understanding how past relationships influence present ones.