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In my 35 years as a NY licensed psychologist and 3 years as a FL licensed psychologist. I have found that most people come to psychotherapy in some degree of pain, distress or anxiety. In my office patients find a climate of ease that encourages self-disclosure and a warm therapist-patient relationship. I strive to collaborate with my patients to help identify what is really troubling them so they can develop compassion for themselves while coming to terms with their circumstances.
My approach encourages examination of past and childhood history, in an effort to bring about an understanding of "how I got this way". It is only when guilt and self-blame are minimized that patients can move on to the steps of behavior change. Uncovering connections between past and present is vital in yielding self-awareness and improved relationships.
I integrate psychodynamic models of therapy with cognitive-behavioral for a comprehensive treatment package. I am happy to work with individual adults and, at times, to include collateral persons of importance to the patient.