psychodynamic psychotherapy services

Virtual psychotherapy services

 

I want to emphasize that, while I have specific areas of expertise, my practice is open to individuals who wish to examine challenges that may not be explicitly outlined in my specialties. I extend a warm welcome to you.

 
 
 
Individual Psychotherapy Sessions

Individual Psychotherapy Sessions

With the support of a trained clinician, you can explore your inner world. This process involves looking closely at your life story to understand what influences your current situation. In your sessions, you may discuss important life experiences—both big and small—that have shaped how you think and feel. By examining these moments, you will understand your thoughts and beliefs, which may have developed as ways to cope with past events. This process helps you find the root causes of your symptoms and encourages you to make sense of your experiences. As you connect your past and present, you will gain valuable insights that can guide your path forward.

 
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Couples Psychotherapy Sessions

Building a romantic partnership and maintaining a healthy relationship involves emotional challenges. Couples therapy provides a space for partners to discuss their thoughts, feelings, and past experiences that affect their relationship.

In therapy sessions, partners share their persepctives, which can reveal unresolved issues. This exploration helps couples understand their communication styles and relationship dynamics—how they show affection, handle conflicts, and respond to each other’s needs.

Additionally, couples learn the process of active listening and expressing feelings constructively. They can set shared goals, discuss expectations, and assess their emotional and physical closeness. Through this process, couples build trust, empathy, and understanding.

As they appreciate each other’s perspectives and strengthen their bond, they create a balanced relationship better equipped to handle future challenges.

 
Family Therapy

Family Psychotherapy Sessions

When one family member goes through tough times, it can really affect everyone else in the family. That’s why family sessions are set up to help create a space where everyone can share what they’re dealing with. It’s a great chance for each person to understand what the others are going through. With some honest conversations, families can team up to come up with solutions that help everyone.

The main goal is to make the family stronger by improving how they communicate and really getting to know each other better. By coming together and building resilience, families can face challenges as a team, coming out of it not only tougher but also more connected.

 
Group Therapy

Psychodynamic psychotherapy for writers

Writers often encounter distinct challenges because their creative work is closely tied to their sense of self, which can be deeply personal and vulnerable. Psychodynamic psychotherapy can enhance a writer's inner experience by promoting emotional balance and resilience. This process fosters emotional vitality in both their personal life and their overall well-being.

 
From a Pea to a Pumpkin

Prenatal Psychotherapy Group:
From a Pea to a Pumpkin

A weekly therapy group that is curated to provide an environment for individuals as they navigate the emotional and psychological aspects of pregnancy. Each group session is an opportunity for participants to openly discuss their experiences, understand their concerns, and receive feedback from group members. One of the main objectives of the group is to cultivate mental well-being and establish a strong sense of camaraderie among soon-to-be parents, equipping them to approach the challenges of pregnancy with a sense of empowerment and fortitude.

 
Talking With Mothers

Postpartum Psychotherapy Group:
Talking with Mothers

A weekly therapeutic group specifically tailored to provide emotional and psychological support to mothers and their babies as they navigate the challenges, joys, and changes that come with the transition into motherhood. Our group aims to create an environment where mothers can talk about their experiences, receive reflections, and offer feedback while building and investing in a group and bonding with their babies.

 
 
 

Interested in booking an initial assessment to begin any of the virtual services listed above? Click the button below to reach out. Prefer to talk over the phone? Reach Angela at 805.884.9794.

 

WOrking with psychotherapists

 
 

Consultation Groups for Psychotherapists, Dieticians, Medical providers & Life Coaches

Consultation meetings are specifically tailored to address each therapist's unique clinical needs. The primary objective is to collaboratively develop a comprehensive and tailored therapeutic framework for complex cases by integrating the expressive elements of poetry and creative writing with relevant psychological theories and therapeutic techniques. This approach aims to provide a holistic and innovative perspective to effectively address complicated cases and support therapists in their clinical practice.

 

presentations + trainings

Angela brings over twenty-five years of extensive experience in developing and delivering dynamic, informative presentations and training sessions specifically tailored for therapists, doctors, and other healthcare providers. Angela's services are available for a wide range of settings, allowing her to facilitate workshops and presentations not only on locally but also across the country. These workshops and presentations are designed to be invaluable resources for clinicians and organizations alike. They provide participants with in-depth education and training tailored to specialized areas, including advanced techniques in eating disorder therapy, understanding and addressing process addictions, and fostering mental well-being during the perinatal period. Furthermore, Angela’s sessions also delve into broader, yet equally significant themes. These encompass the dynamics of complicated family relationships, the nuances of interpersonal interactions, and the processes of personal development. By offering diverse perspectives and evidence-based strategies, Angela ensures that attendees leave with practical tools and a deeper understanding of the complexities they encounter in their professional practice. Each workshop is crafted to promote engagement, facilitate open discussion, and encourage collaborative learning, making them not only educational but also transformative for those in attendance.

 
 
 

To inquire about Angela’s professional development services, please submit an inquiry form by clicking the button below. Prefer to talk over the phone? Reach Angela at 805.884.9794.