I am an older male with many years of experience. I am familiar and proficient in utilizing psychodynamic therapy as well as more prevalent modalities such as CBT, ACT and mindfulness. I am also proficient in couples therapy. I have studied emotionally focused treatment and have also helped couples to improve their physical intimacy. In recent years I have studied mindfulness and integrate it into other modalities such as ACT.
My focus is to establish a connection and determine the clients goals and asperations. I avoid overt use of techniques and therapy jargon. I am plain spoken and often try to lighten up therapy with humor.
My ability to understand and relate to people from various backgrounds and life experiences. there is no substitute for empathy and that is the secret sauce of all therapies.
I am a graduate of Philadelphia School of Psychoanalysis which is much more pragmatic and client focused than traditional analysis. My focus first and foremost is the establishment of a therapeutic relationship.
I have treated many people suffering from the ravages of physical,emotional and sexual abuse. I am a graduate of Philadelphia School Of Psychoanalysis and proficient in Modern Analytic techniques
I have treated many couples over the years to improve their communication as well as emotional and physical satisfaction.
I explore the concept of acceptance and help them to incorporate mindfulness in their life.