I commonly hear the question, What is psychotherapy anyway? Whether you are considering psychotherapy for the first time, or even if you are just curious, this is for you.  So what is psychotherapy? If you ask several different therapists, you’re likely to get several different answers. Often there is overlap, but each therapist tends to have a distinctive approach.  If you ask me to explain what psychotherapy is, I would say this. First, it is a unique relationship between you and a therapist where the […]

There are many approaches to psychotherapy (e.g., cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, existential) and in reality, many clinicians integrate multiple theories into their practice. I myself practice from a primarily psychodynamic or psychoanalytic perspective, while integrating aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Practice, and Affective Neuroscience. So what does that look like? First, I seek to establish a therapeutic frame. That is to say, I seek to clearly define for both my client and myself several details about how our work will […]

I am proud to announce that I have recently joined the team at Bryant West Psychology! As a postdoctoral fellow and limited licensed psychologist, I will be providing individual and couple psychotherapy services to adults of all ages in Manhattan. We are located on Broadway and 40th in the Times Square area of Midtown. I’m excited to continue my training in psychoanalytically-informed clinical work, where I get to come alongside clients and help them to develop deeper insight, cultivate more psychological flexibility, and ultimately help […]