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 MacGillivray
Tara MacGillivray
BA, MACP Candidate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 10
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Relationships, Parenting, Trauma, Abuse.
Region: Virtual
$80.00/hr
Tara Cohen
Tara Cohen
MSW, RSW
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
Tannoz Tanha
Tannoz Tanha
RP (Q)
Individual Therapy, Age: 15
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Emotion Regulation, Cultural Issues
Region: Virtual
$160/hr
Sean Hale
Sean Hale
MA, RP (Qualifying)
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 16
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Couples, LGBTQ, Emotion Regulation, Self-Compassion
Region: Manotick, Virtual
$160/hr
Samantha Memedoska
Samantha Memedoska
MA, RP (Qualifying)
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 13
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, EFT, EMDR, Expressive Arts, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Trauma, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, Substance Abuse
Region: Nepean, Virtual
$150/hr
Rita Elazar
Rita Elazar
MACP, RP(Q)
Individual Therapy, Age: 17
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders
Region: Virtual
$140/hr
Nereah Felix
Nereah Felix
, Ph.D. Student
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Age: 16
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic, Sandtray
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Self-Esteem, Personality Disorder, Relationships
Region: Carleton Place, Central, Virtual
$170/hr
Mariam Hanna
Mariam Hanna
B.A., M.A., RP (Q)
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 12
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Relational Issues, Grief, Emotional Regulation, Mindfulness
Region: Virtual
$150/hr
Kyle Kearnan
Kyle Kearnan
M.Ed, RP
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 12
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Grief, Youth, Relationships
Region: Nepean, Virtual
$140/hr
Kathleen Elliott
Kathleen Elliott
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Age: 18
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Dissociation, Interpersonal Relationships, Neuro-Diversity, Loss and Grief
Region: Virtual
$80/hr
Karin Dudli
Karin Dudli
MSW, RSW
Individual Therapy, Age: 18
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: Virtual
$160/hr
Gaela Pink
Gaela Pink
RP (Qualifying)
Individual Therapy, Age: 18
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Emotion Regulation, Trauma, Parenting, Mid-life challenges, Mindfulness
Region: Virtual
$100/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: Manotick, Virtual
$190-210/hr
Faith Mottahedi
Faith Mottahedi
MA, Ph.D (candidate), RP(Q)
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 8
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: youth, couples/families, life changes, relational issues
Region: Virtual
$135/hr
Evelyn Plettenberg-Smith
Evelyn Plettenberg-Smith
MDVST, MSW, RSW
Individual Therapy, Age: 18
Approaches to Therapy: Psychodynamic, SE/Sensorimotor
Specialties: Trauma, addiction, intergenerational trauma, anxiety, depression
Region: Virtual
$140/hr
Dylan Myllymaki
Dylan Myllymaki
MSW, RSW
Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 14
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Interpersonal Relationships
Region: Central, Virtual
$160/hr
Devka Andotra
Devka Andotra
MA, RP (Qualifying)
Independent Associate
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Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Age: 18
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Grief/Loss, Spiritual Injury, Life Transitions
Region: Virtual
$135/hr
Danaya Kotyk
Danaya Kotyk
MA, RP, CCC
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Age: 16
Approaches to Therapy: CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic, Sandtray
Specialties: Emotional Regulation, Self-Worth, Anxiety, Depression, Neurodiversity (Autism/ADHD), Spirituality
Region: Central, Virtual
$140/hr
Christelle Choueiry
Christelle Choueiry
RP(Qualifying)
Independent Associate
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 8
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, EFT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Fatigue and sleep disturbances, mindfulness, self-compassion, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression
Region: Nepean, Virtual
$125/hr
Alyssa Jodoin
Alyssa Jodoin
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 12
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Abuse
Region: Central
$80/hr
Alicia Shameer
Alicia Shameer
RP (Qualifying)
Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Age: 12
Approaches to Therapy: ACT, CBT/DBT, EFT, Expressive Arts, Psychodynamic
Specialties: Relationships, Eating and Body Image, Trauma, Anxiety and Stress, Self Esteem, Addictions
Region: Nepean, Virtual
$100/hr
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