Feminist Psychotherapy emerged as an approach to counseling as the waves of feminism gained popularity in mainstream western society. It examines the unique way women relate to the world around them after being seen as inferior to men for many generations. It’s also a response to the once male-dominated field of psychotherapy as a whole.
Feminist therapists aim to treat all genders as equally deserving of respect and dignity and accept. They believe in the historical marginalization of all genders besides males.
Critical to Feminist Psychotherapy is an analysis of power dynamics. Power dynamics are inherent in any relationship, specifically within the counseling relationship. Usually, a counselor is an “expert” with high levels of education and status. The client then is thought to be less than. Feminist Psychotherapy, instead of ignoring this power dynamic or using it to their advantage to tell clients what they ought to do, seeks to highlight it and converse about it. Bringing up how the power dynamics affect the counseling relationship helps people examine the power dynamics in all other areas of their life.
Feminist Psychotherapy can be helpful for a range of mental health concerns, can be utilized for a person of any gender identity, and can be used in group settings, family settings, or individual counseling.
Critical to Feminist Psychotherapy is the idea that people grow through relationships with others. Your therapist might help you analyze your patterns of relating to significant others in your life and might ask you to recall some of your early relationships with parents or other caregivers.
Feminist Psychotherapy does not have a list of techniques necessary for treatment. It focuses on the ideas of empathetically relating to you, from one human being (your counselor) to another (you). A healthy relationship with your counselor becomes a model for all of your relationships.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Feminist Psychotherapy
TELETHERAPY AND IN-OFFICE APPOINTMENTS. I use my cultural background, professional training & experience to effectively address multicultural issues and problems that stem from social factors and the environment in which the client lives in. I excel at assisting clients who are invested in their own personal growth. Additionally, I have successfully treated clients struggling with women's issue...
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I offer a supportive non-judgmental space for individuals and families to explore the unique issues and struggles they face. I believe that even in the most difficult of times there is also an opportunity for change and growth. Specialty areas include healing from trauma and loss, relationship based parenting, life transitions, resolving relationship and family issues, and coping with anxiety a...
***I am not taking new clients at this time.*** Please contact me for a free 15-minute phone consultation if you prefer a therapist who: (1) listens more than she speaks, speaking only when she thinks her words or how she says them will be helpful; (2) will not judge you; (3) is curious about your childhood; (4) is curious about how you really feel in the present moment; (5) is interested in th...
My role is to walk beside my clients as they find their own solutions. I bring a background from journalism, theater, film, event production, dj, and comedy writing to my practice. Clients can expect to be heard and encouraged with genuine empathy and faith in improving life experiences. The modalities I use most are positive psychology , cognitive behavioral, client centered, gestalt, Parent...
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I believe that all deserve a positive self esteem, enjoy healthy relationships, have emotional and physical wellness, succeed at school or work, and be confident and content. Many clients have had bad experiences in therapy feeling judged and defective. I respect all my clients and work for them. Earning your trust is vital for our success. Life Coaching expands my ability to fully partner with...
Coping with these stressful times calls for extra support. I am an EMDR certified therapist . I specialize in trauma, relationships, coping skills, self esteem, stress reduction, anxiety and depression. I come from a solution oriented and collaborative perspective. Whether it be transitions, relationships, personal growth or even political and social stress, my goal is to help empower you to...
It is my belief there is no crisis or concern too insurmountable or insignificant where the presence of a supportive therapeutic relationship cannot be beneficial. Seeking counseling is the first step on the path toward gaining insight, meaning and healing. I support clients in understanding emotions, thoughts and behaviors that may be causing suffering and impairing healthy functioning. I see...
Reaching out and asking for help is often a brave and difficult first step. There are many reasons that people seek out therapy. I work to create a safe and supportive environment for all of my clients, so that they may begin to explore and understand themselves, their feelings, and their way of relating to others. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and a strong therapeutic...
CLOSED TO NEW CLIENTS FOR NOW. I hold that we all have the capacity to heal from hurts, to design and live our lives according to our values, and the ability to connect to others. I practice as a collaborative facilitator, with profound compassion. I use attachment theory and interpersonal neurobiology, with a trauma-informed care and an eco-therapeutic approach to counseling. I am comfortable ...
I have been in private practice for 34 years and feel good about the work I do as an individual, couples and family therapist. My specialties included addictions, adoption, step-families, divorce and separation and a variety of issues related to depression and anxiety. I will meet with people for a 2-3 session evaluation to determine if we are a fit and to clarify therapeutic goals. I do short...
We all have problems, habits and "quirks" of personality and wonder sometimes when life gets rough, whether we need therapy or if it would be a good option. When life is getting on top of you, when you begin to feel strong emotions that you didn't know that you had, when you feel lost or hopeless or just want to reach your full potential, then give yourself a chance to seek a new solution. I ca...
NOTICE: Starting practice on Fridays in January 2020. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Portland, ME and can treat a wide array of presenting clinical issues. I tend to operate from a variety of clinical perspectives, including psychodynamic, CBT, emotion focused, and interpersonal. There are a lot of therapists out there, so I will make an attempt to summarize myself in three succinct...
