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Shelley E Ugyan
Counsellor, MC, BAEd
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2P  (Online Only)
Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.
Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.
(604) 714-5346 View (604) 714-5346
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Joanna Jewell
Psychologist, MA, RPsych, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2R
Is your life all you want it to be? Are you struggling to make changes on your own and it just ISN'T working? I offer skilled and compassionate counselling in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment where you can share your concerns, gain perspective and learn specific, targeted tools to help you navigate life's challenges, improve wellness and heal and move past life's difficulties. Working from a person-centered, holistic approach I blend cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic (including attachment focused) and interpersonal therapies to individualize the best care for you.
Is your life all you want it to be? Are you struggling to make changes on your own and it just ISN'T working? I offer skilled and compassionate counselling in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment where you can share your concerns, gain perspective and learn specific, targeted tools to help you navigate life's challenges, improve wellness and heal and move past life's difficulties. Working from a person-centered, holistic approach I blend cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic (including attachment focused) and interpersonal therapies to individualize the best care for you.
(587) 412-2710 View (587) 412-2710
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Shelley Ugyan
Counsellor, MA, BAEd
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2G  (Online Only)
Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.
Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.
(587) 602-1698 View (587) 602-1698
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Agnieszka Witkowska
Psychologist, RPsych, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2Y
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in counselling. I specialize in clinical psychology. I work with individuals: adults and adolescents, and with couples. I can help you to feel better, to increase your self-esteem and to heal from past experiences. If you experienced trauma, abuse, if you have been struggling with depression, anxiety for a long time call me to schedule an appointment. I will help you to experience well-being, to learn and implement new skills and to see your life differently. I offer different approaches to therapy such as: ACT, CBT-Mindfilness, Psychodynamic, Gottman, Emotion-Focused.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in counselling. I specialize in clinical psychology. I work with individuals: adults and adolescents, and with couples. I can help you to feel better, to increase your self-esteem and to heal from past experiences. If you experienced trauma, abuse, if you have been struggling with depression, anxiety for a long time call me to schedule an appointment. I will help you to experience well-being, to learn and implement new skills and to see your life differently. I offer different approaches to therapy such as: ACT, CBT-Mindfilness, Psychodynamic, Gottman, Emotion-Focused.
(866) 316-6703 View (866) 316-6703
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Sally Merrick
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3K
I draw from a psychodynamic theoretical orientation.
I am a registered psychologist in Country Hills Calgary, Alberta. I believe in approaching mental health holistically and experientially. I work from a neurobiological and trauma-informed perspective. I utilize body-centred approaches, emotion-focused approaches, and mindfulness in my work with clients. I believe in helping clients develop self-awareness and a deeper understanding of the more unconscious feelings and beliefs that influence thoughts and behaviours. In doing this, we are able to address the root of the issue to create lasting change.
I draw from a psychodynamic theoretical orientation.
I am a registered psychologist in Country Hills Calgary, Alberta. I believe in approaching mental health holistically and experientially. I work from a neurobiological and trauma-informed perspective. I utilize body-centred approaches, emotion-focused approaches, and mindfulness in my work with clients. I believe in helping clients develop self-awareness and a deeper understanding of the more unconscious feelings and beliefs that influence thoughts and behaviours. In doing this, we are able to address the root of the issue to create lasting change.
(587) 803-8226 View (587) 803-8226
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Samuel Chukwuma Iwar
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2V
I have experience working with people from all walks of life while drawing from psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, insight, and social constructionist therapies.
I am a therapist and previous medical doctor who is passionate about the messy and beautiful parts of being human. I believe that we live in a world that constantly (and effectively) tries to tell us who and what we should be, which often leads us to try to fit in. This can create a considerable amount of conflict, and possibly trauma, within us that can lead to mental health challenges and takes us further from what we desperately crave – belonging, connection, and authenticity. As your therapist, I hope to provide a safe non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feel your way through your journey to wellness.
I have experience working with people from all walks of life while drawing from psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, insight, and social constructionist therapies.
I am a therapist and previous medical doctor who is passionate about the messy and beautiful parts of being human. I believe that we live in a world that constantly (and effectively) tries to tell us who and what we should be, which often leads us to try to fit in. This can create a considerable amount of conflict, and possibly trauma, within us that can lead to mental health challenges and takes us further from what we desperately crave – belonging, connection, and authenticity. As your therapist, I hope to provide a safe non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feel your way through your journey to wellness.
(587) 741-0798 View (587) 741-0798
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Natalie Besmehn
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2Z
Natalie believes in taking a holistic biopsychosocial approach to counselling and incorporates psychodynamic elements into her practice.
As a trauma therapist, Natalie guides clients in a direction of understanding and compassion through a process of reconfiguration of the self, helping clients discover core values and explore new ways to connect with life and relationships after trauma. Natalie’s approach to counselling involves considering the many factors that contribute to a person’s well-being. This includes exploring where thoughts, emotions, and behaviours come from, and examining social conditions and cultural factors that play a major role in health and disease.
Natalie believes in taking a holistic biopsychosocial approach to counselling and incorporates psychodynamic elements into her practice.
As a trauma therapist, Natalie guides clients in a direction of understanding and compassion through a process of reconfiguration of the self, helping clients discover core values and explore new ways to connect with life and relationships after trauma. Natalie’s approach to counselling involves considering the many factors that contribute to a person’s well-being. This includes exploring where thoughts, emotions, and behaviours come from, and examining social conditions and cultural factors that play a major role in health and disease.
(587) 316-2962 View (587) 316-2962
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Taylor McInnes
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2M
Waitlist for new clients
I work primarily from an integrative psychodynamic perspective, complemented by my additional training in emotion-focused, existential, and interpersonal therapies.
I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and struggles with meaning, self-actualization, and career. I focus on helping clients better understand how past experiences, avoided emotions, and interpersonal patterns may be contributing to and maintaining their distress and suffering. Through building awareness in the context of a non-judgmental and unconditionally accepting therapeutic relationship, clients are able to develop more flexible and adaptive ways of coping, learn new ways of relating to others in their lives, develop skills, and experience deeper connection, acceptance, and respect for themselves and their emotions.
I work primarily from an integrative psychodynamic perspective, complemented by my additional training in emotion-focused, existential, and interpersonal therapies.
I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, personality disorders, and struggles with meaning, self-actualization, and career. I focus on helping clients better understand how past experiences, avoided emotions, and interpersonal patterns may be contributing to and maintaining their distress and suffering. Through building awareness in the context of a non-judgmental and unconditionally accepting therapeutic relationship, clients are able to develop more flexible and adaptive ways of coping, learn new ways of relating to others in their lives, develop skills, and experience deeper connection, acceptance, and respect for themselves and their emotions.
(587) 805-3408 View (587) 805-3408
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Jordhynn Guy
Counsellor, CCC, MACP
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N  (Online Only)
I believe we’re all doing our best to make it work in a world that teaches isolation and self-reliance when we are wired for safe connection and secure dependence. You may be stuck feeling lonely, isolated, and empty, or maybe you’ve suffered through a difficult relationship, an impossible loss, or in securing a sense of belonging in the world. Through somatically-rooted psychodynamic counselling, we’ll focus on integrating the competing parts of you that fuel your tensions. Using parts-work, metaphor, and somatic practice, we’ll get curious about the patterns you’ve developed to survive.
I believe we’re all doing our best to make it work in a world that teaches isolation and self-reliance when we are wired for safe connection and secure dependence. You may be stuck feeling lonely, isolated, and empty, or maybe you’ve suffered through a difficult relationship, an impossible loss, or in securing a sense of belonging in the world. Through somatically-rooted psychodynamic counselling, we’ll focus on integrating the competing parts of you that fuel your tensions. Using parts-work, metaphor, and somatic practice, we’ll get curious about the patterns you’ve developed to survive.
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Terry Singh
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, R, Psych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
I believe that psychology is a tool for solving problems and working through change. In my career, I have helped many people 'get unstuck', overcoming emotional difficulties and working through trauma, grief, and loss. I also regularly work with couples and families, helping with challenges including marital conflict and parenting difficulties. My approach is integrative, and tailored to each person that I meet. I draw upon a number of evidenced-based approaches, including emotion-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, experiential therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
I believe that psychology is a tool for solving problems and working through change. In my career, I have helped many people 'get unstuck', overcoming emotional difficulties and working through trauma, grief, and loss. I also regularly work with couples and families, helping with challenges including marital conflict and parenting difficulties. My approach is integrative, and tailored to each person that I meet. I draw upon a number of evidenced-based approaches, including emotion-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, experiential therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
(587) 207-4374 View (587) 207-4374
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Cheryl Spence
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3H
In her therapy, Cheryl draws from a number of different modalities, including Psychoanalytic (Jungian-oriented), Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Emotion-focused approaches.
Cheryl is a Registered Psychologist who provides individual therapy to adolescents and adults, and is also skilled in family therapy. Her work focuses primarily on issues related to depression, anxiety, and relationships.
In her therapy, Cheryl draws from a number of different modalities, including Psychoanalytic (Jungian-oriented), Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Emotion-focused approaches.
Cheryl is a Registered Psychologist who provides individual therapy to adolescents and adults, and is also skilled in family therapy. Her work focuses primarily on issues related to depression, anxiety, and relationships.
(855) 256-3387 View (855) 256-3387
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VB Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2P
I use mindfulness based approaches, such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy, as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Psychodynamic/depth approaches.
Hello, I am now accepting new individual and couples' therapy clients in BC and AB. Referrals may include clients with Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar and Related Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, relationship issues, CBT for Psychosis, and Health-related matters (e.g. adjustment to neurological diagnoses/TBI). Longer term therapy and "depth work" related to personality or life stage challenges are also offered. In addition to psychotherapy services, my practice includes psychological/diagnostic assessment and neuropsychological assessment reports.
I use mindfulness based approaches, such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy, as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Psychodynamic/depth approaches.
Hello, I am now accepting new individual and couples' therapy clients in BC and AB. Referrals may include clients with Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar and Related Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, relationship issues, CBT for Psychosis, and Health-related matters (e.g. adjustment to neurological diagnoses/TBI). Longer term therapy and "depth work" related to personality or life stage challenges are also offered. In addition to psychotherapy services, my practice includes psychological/diagnostic assessment and neuropsychological assessment reports.
(587) 816-6128 View (587) 816-6128
Glen Edwards
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Executive coaching, consulting and counselling for leaders and high net worth individuals and families. My education includes theory and practice in most major approaches in Psychology including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioural and Humanistic-Existential in combination with hands-on management experience. I have worked extensively in the arts and media on performance, creativity and anxiety. With four degrees in Psychology including a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Certificate in Intercultural Studies, formal education has been invaluable. My best teachers however are my clients and life experience.
Executive coaching, consulting and counselling for leaders and high net worth individuals and families. My education includes theory and practice in most major approaches in Psychology including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioural and Humanistic-Existential in combination with hands-on management experience. I have worked extensively in the arts and media on performance, creativity and anxiety. With four degrees in Psychology including a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Certificate in Intercultural Studies, formal education has been invaluable. My best teachers however are my clients and life experience.
(866) 754-7245 View (866) 754-7245
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Barbora Beck
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
I have a psychodynamic background and I mostly use Emotionally-Focused Therapy approach that is humanistic, non-judgmental and caring in nature.
Things are often not what they appear and our past experiences might have negative effects on our self-esteem and self-image, how we perceive things, and how we relate to the others. Those past experiences often prevent us from moving forward in life and keep us stuck. I have been passionately providing counselling to individuals, couples, children and families and supporting them in their journey to reaching full potential. I help clients who are facing depression and anxiety as a result of life challenges, such as relationship issues, divorce and separation, past traumas, parenting issues, health concerns etc.
I have a psychodynamic background and I mostly use Emotionally-Focused Therapy approach that is humanistic, non-judgmental and caring in nature.
Things are often not what they appear and our past experiences might have negative effects on our self-esteem and self-image, how we perceive things, and how we relate to the others. Those past experiences often prevent us from moving forward in life and keep us stuck. I have been passionately providing counselling to individuals, couples, children and families and supporting them in their journey to reaching full potential. I help clients who are facing depression and anxiety as a result of life challenges, such as relationship issues, divorce and separation, past traumas, parenting issues, health concerns etc.
(587) 856-0623 View (587) 856-0623
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Kingman Chan
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2Z
Kingman has undergone extensive training in diverse evidence-based modalities, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Schema Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and EMDR Therapy.
Kingman's primary areas of expertise revolve around addressing emotional distress, encompassing issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, work/study-related stress, and addiction, as well as dealing with PTSD and various forms of trauma. Kingman is committed to assisting individuals facing significant life transitions, such as career changes, marriage, grief, relocation, and acculturation challenges. His therapeutic approach is firmly rooted in person-centered and strength-based principles, emphasizing the importance of individuals' unique strengths and resilience in the healing process.
Kingman has undergone extensive training in diverse evidence-based modalities, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, Schema Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and EMDR Therapy.
Kingman's primary areas of expertise revolve around addressing emotional distress, encompassing issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, work/study-related stress, and addiction, as well as dealing with PTSD and various forms of trauma. Kingman is committed to assisting individuals facing significant life transitions, such as career changes, marriage, grief, relocation, and acculturation challenges. His therapeutic approach is firmly rooted in person-centered and strength-based principles, emphasizing the importance of individuals' unique strengths and resilience in the healing process.
(587) 801-7312 View (587) 801-7312
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Ruby Sharma
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2N
Waitlist for new clients
It is a privilege to participate in the growth and healing of my clients. I work actively and collaboratively with individuals to help them move towards their goals. My approach draws from a number of therapeutic models, including intensive short-term psychodynamic therapy (ISTDP), emotion-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, and narrative therapy. I provide individual psychotherapy to people struggling with traumatic events, serious illness or injury, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, grief, dissociation, and relationship problems.
It is a privilege to participate in the growth and healing of my clients. I work actively and collaboratively with individuals to help them move towards their goals. My approach draws from a number of therapeutic models, including intensive short-term psychodynamic therapy (ISTDP), emotion-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy, and narrative therapy. I provide individual psychotherapy to people struggling with traumatic events, serious illness or injury, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, grief, dissociation, and relationship problems.
(587) 609-7201 View (587) 609-7201
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Shervin Vakili
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2R
I help individual clients with ADHD, anxiety, and addiction concerns regain control over their lives. I also offer relationship help for individuals and couples. There is a capable and special person inside each and every one of us; don't let your symptoms stop you from being that person. My therapeutic orientations include Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Existential, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and family therapy approaches as appropriate.
I help individual clients with ADHD, anxiety, and addiction concerns regain control over their lives. I also offer relationship help for individuals and couples. There is a capable and special person inside each and every one of us; don't let your symptoms stop you from being that person. My therapeutic orientations include Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Existential, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and family therapy approaches as appropriate.
(888) 789-3067 View (888) 789-3067
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LK Psychotherapy & Clinical Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2G
We offer trauma and relationship therapy, using an anti-oppressive psychodynamic approach to co-create a space with you that will allow you to work through patterns and support you in strengthening your toolbox for life! Our experiences with immigration, military life and as a women of colour in the professional world have positively shaped our practice.
Are you noticing some ongoing challenges in your relationships to others and yourself? Do you ever feel a void, an emptiness or even a cloud following you wherever you go and you can't seem to fully get why? That can be an extremely difficult and painful experience, especially as you are trying to navigate through the world. Unfortunately, most of us don't set enough time aside to tune into ourselves, heal some of our wounds and navigate through our complex layers. This avoidance can lead to some long-term affects in our intimate relationships, at work, with our kids, and more.
We offer trauma and relationship therapy, using an anti-oppressive psychodynamic approach to co-create a space with you that will allow you to work through patterns and support you in strengthening your toolbox for life! Our experiences with immigration, military life and as a women of colour in the professional world have positively shaped our practice.
Are you noticing some ongoing challenges in your relationships to others and yourself? Do you ever feel a void, an emptiness or even a cloud following you wherever you go and you can't seem to fully get why? That can be an extremely difficult and painful experience, especially as you are trying to navigate through the world. Unfortunately, most of us don't set enough time aside to tune into ourselves, heal some of our wounds and navigate through our complex layers. This avoidance can lead to some long-term affects in our intimate relationships, at work, with our kids, and more.
(289) 216-5064 View (289) 216-5064
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Jorgelina Gill
Counsellor, BSc, PSYCH, RTC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2P
The psychodynamic approach tries to adapt the principles of psychoanalysis to the context of modern psychotherapy.
I am an ACCT Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, with 20 years of experience. It is my goal to create a comfortable and safe environment where we'll work together to address your concerns and achieve your goals. Using a non-judgmental psycho-dynamic approach to understand yoursel with your circumstances, that led you to the current situation. I work to rebuild your own self-esteem, make you stronger and will give you the right instruments to face life and adversities. I can speak bilingual English and Spanish.
The psychodynamic approach tries to adapt the principles of psychoanalysis to the context of modern psychotherapy.
I am an ACCT Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, with 20 years of experience. It is my goal to create a comfortable and safe environment where we'll work together to address your concerns and achieve your goals. Using a non-judgmental psycho-dynamic approach to understand yoursel with your circumstances, that led you to the current situation. I work to rebuild your own self-esteem, make you stronger and will give you the right instruments to face life and adversities. I can speak bilingual English and Spanish.
(587) 207-4793 View (587) 207-4793
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Dr. Kevin O. St. Arnaud
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T1X
I am a doctoral psychologist and have worked with a range of clients across medical, oncological, psychiatric, and counselling settings. I specialize in grief and loss, cancer and chronic illness, trauma, existential issues (e.g. purpose in life, self-actualization), palliative care, depression, anxiety, life transitions, psychospiritual development, and psychedelic therapy/integration. My approach is integrative, drawing largely from existential-humanistic, Jungian/psychodynamic, schema, and transpersonal therapy. For more details on my psychedelic therapy practice, see edgarpsychological.com/ketamine-assisted-psychotherapy
I am a doctoral psychologist and have worked with a range of clients across medical, oncological, psychiatric, and counselling settings. I specialize in grief and loss, cancer and chronic illness, trauma, existential issues (e.g. purpose in life, self-actualization), palliative care, depression, anxiety, life transitions, psychospiritual development, and psychedelic therapy/integration. My approach is integrative, drawing largely from existential-humanistic, Jungian/psychodynamic, schema, and transpersonal therapy. For more details on my psychedelic therapy practice, see edgarpsychological.com/ketamine-assisted-psychotherapy
(780) 800-7632 View (780) 800-7632

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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.