Individual Therapy
Depth-oriented psychodynamic work | Brooklyn Heights & virtual across New York State
Some difficulties resolve with a plan. Others have been with you so long that they've shaped how you see yourself, others, and the world around you, and no level of insight seems to loosen them. You can see the pattern, put words to it, and still find yourself tangled in it again.
That's where this work often lives: in the space between knowing and changing.
Who I often work with
I often work with individuals who are navigating:
anxiety that shows up as overthinking, worry, or difficulty settling internally
relationship patterns that repeat even when they make sense intellectually
burnout, pressure, or the strain of functioning well outwardly while feeling privately overwhelmed
an emotional weight, inner conflict, or overwhelm that's impacting the parts of their life that matter most
self-criticism, dissatisfaction, or difficulty feeling fully at ease with themselves
life transitions, questions of identity or direction, or a growing sense that familiar ways of coping are no longer sustainable
grief, loss, or earlier experiences that continue to shape life in the present
Some of the people I see are navigating these patterns specifically within creative and entertainment careers, where the pressures take a particular shape. If that's your world, you may find my page on therapy for entertainment and media professionals speaks to you more directly.
Many people come to therapy wanting not only relief, but a genuine understanding of themselves and more freedom in how they live. That's what we work toward together.
What psychodynamic therapy actually means
The foundation of my work is psychodynamic and relational. In practice, that means we pay attention to patterns, including the expectations, feelings, and ways of relating that repeat across situations and relationships. Often these patterns developed for understandable reasons and once served an important purpose, but over time they may begin to feel limiting, painful, or misaligned with who you are now.
Part of the work is noticing these patterns as they unfold, including in subtle ways within the therapeutic relationship itself. What happens between us can offer a meaningful window into what happens elsewhere in your life, making it possible not only to talk about patterns, but to encounter and understand them more directly.
Rather than working from a protocol, we follow what you bring in — what you notice, what repeats, what you avoid, and what your body is holding onto.
What sessions are like
Therapy isn’t only reflection. At times we may speak concretely about a difficult week, a relationship conflict, or an important decision. At other times, we may slow down enough to notice an internal shift as it happens — tension, retreat, uncertainty, longing, anger, grief, or self-criticism. Over time, this can help you recognize your inner experience earlier and respond with more freedom and choice.
Although my foundation is psychodynamic, I draw from other approaches when helpful. This may include practical ways of managing anxiety, grounding during overwhelming moments, or thinking together in a more focused way about how to approach something difficult. The aim isn’t to be wedded to a single technique, but to shape a treatment that is responsive to you.
Emotional life, the body, and meaning
Emotional experience is often felt in the body, showing up as tension, restlessness, fatigue, numbness, or difficulty relaxing. Paying attention to these responses can offer an early understanding of what you may be feeling before you can put words to them. When helpful, we incorporate awareness of these physical cues into the work.
For many people, therapy also touches larger questions about loss, freedom, responsibility, isolation, connection, and meaning. These concerns often emerge indirectly, through conflict, grief, dissatisfaction, or a sense that something important in your life feels unsettled. I find it meaningful to make room for these questions, as attending to them can deepen the work significantly.
Practical details
Individual sessions are 45 minutes, held weekly at a standing time either in person in Brooklyn Heights or via secure video from anywhere in New York State. Some clients move to twice weekly when they want the work to go deeper.
Length of treatment varies. Some people come for a specific transition over a few months; others stay for a longer term.
My fee is $250 per session. I'm a private-pay practice and can provide monthly superbills for possible out-of-network reimbursement. I reserve a limited number of sliding-scale spots.
More on fees, policies, and getting started on the FAQ page.
A free phone consultation is the easiest way to see whether this is a fit. We'll speak briefly about what's bringing you in, you can ask whatever you'd like, and we can decide together whether to meet.
You’re welcome to share as much or as little as you’d like in your message. I typically respond within two business days.