Psychoanalytic Therapists in 48320

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Katie Parker Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
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Keego Harbor, MI 48320  (Online Only)
The goal of my practice is to provide hope and support for adults motivated to find lasting relief that will continue after therapy has ended. As a fully licensed therapist with nearly 20 years of experience, some areas of specialization include generalized anxiety, social anxiety, depression, stress relief and navigating difficult life challenges. Using evidence-based techniques that have been extensively researched and scientifically proven to be effective, therapy is customized for your personality and learning style allowing for greater success and progress. Welcoming new clients for online individual & family therapy sessions.
The goal of my practice is to provide hope and support for adults motivated to find lasting relief that will continue after therapy has ended. As a fully licensed therapist with nearly 20 years of experience, some areas of specialization include generalized anxiety, social anxiety, depression, stress relief and navigating difficult life challenges. Using evidence-based techniques that have been extensively researched and scientifically proven to be effective, therapy is customized for your personality and learning style allowing for greater success and progress. Welcoming new clients for online individual & family therapy sessions.
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Psychoanalytic Therapists

Does psychoanalytic therapy work?

Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?

Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?

Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?

Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.