Therapeutic Approaches
Each of our therapists brings a different set of skills and approaches to therapy. We integrate the approaches and use what is best suited for each person.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
What is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy?
Psychodynamic therapy refers to a range of treatments based on theories and practice methods informed by psychoanalysis. However, it involves less frequent sessions (1-2 times a week) and typically (but not always) occurs over a shorter period of time. It is the oldest and most practiced form of psychotherapy, with over 100 years of clinical development of theories and practice. The main feature of this therapy is exploring aspects of one’s self that are not fully known or understood.
How does it work?
According to Shedler (2010), psychodynamic therapy works by focusing on 7 aspects of experience in an open ended, unstructured manner:
1. Focus on emotion and expression of emotion.
2. Exploration of attempts to avoid distressing thoughts and feelings.
3. Identification of recurring themes and patterns in one’s life.
4. Discussion of past experiences (developmental focus).
5. Focus on interpersonal relations.
6. Focus on therapy relationship.
7. Exploration of fantasy life and dreams.
Who can benefit?
Most emotional, relational, and developmental issues can be treated with psychodynamic therapy. It is ideal for anxiety, depression, psychological trauma, adjustment difficulties, and relational concerns; especially for those who are looking for what might be causing their difficulties.
More information:
Shedler, J. The Efficacy of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. American Psychologist. February-March 2010; 65(2):98–109.
https://psychodynamiccanada.org/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapy-types/psychodynamic-therapy
Therapists Providing Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Tara Cohen

Tara Cohen
MSW, RSW
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Age: 16+
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, Expressive Arts, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Illness, Grief, Loss, Bereavement, Anxiety, Emotional Regulation
Region: Nepean, Virtual
$130/hr
Susanne Reinhold

Susanne Reinhold
MSW, RSW
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Age: 5+
Approaches to Therapy: Psychodynamic, Safe & Sound Protocol, SE/Sensorimotor
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Nervous System Regulation, Somatic Therapy
Region: Virtual
$140/hr
Samantha Memedoska

Samantha Memedoska
MA Candidate
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 13+
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, EFT, Expressive Arts, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Trauma, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, Substance Abuse
Region: Nepean, Virtual
$125/hr
Nereah Felix

Nereah Felix
RP (Qualifying) - Ph.D. Student in Clinical Psychology
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Age: 16+
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic, Sandtray
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Self-Esteem, Personality Disorder, Relationships
Region: Central, Virtual
$170/hr
Kyle Kearnan

Kyle Kearnan
M.Ed, RP
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 5+
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Grief, Youth, Relationships
Region: Nepean
$140/hr
Karin Dudli

Karin Dudli
MSW, RSW
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Age: 5+
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic, SE/Sensorimotor
Specialties: Trauma, OSI, Anxiety, Stress
Region: Nepean, Virtual
$150/hr
Ines Yagi

Ines Yagi
Ph.D., RP, CAMFT Associate
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 15+
Approaches to Therapy: EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Men issues, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Existential Issues
Region: Nepean, Virtual
$160/hr
Florence Rosenthal

Florence Rosenthal
M.Ed., R.P.
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Age: 18+
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Region: Nepean, Manotick, Virtual
$180/hr
Dylan Myllymaki

Dylan Myllymaki
MSW, RSW
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 14+
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Interpersonal Relationships
Region: Central, Virtual
$160/hr
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