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
With curiosity and compassion I aim to offer individuals not merely a physical space to sort through concerns; but the opportunity to create space in the thought process for insight to occur. Through reflection on relationships, and the collaborative examination of formative experiences, we will drive toward the identification and adoption of alternative perspectives. This is a reliable path to...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is highly experienced in treating adults with marital/relationship problems and problems related to sexuality. I also specialize in treatment of emotional distress and sexual dysfunction in cancer survivors. My orientation is primarily psychodynamic with a focus on early attachments and developmental issues in the individual and in the couple. I am...
Women's Empowerment bilingual (English & Spanish) psychotherapist and leadership coach. For over 14 years, I have helped women overcome anxiety, fear and low self-esteem, depression, co-dependency, and toxic relationships. I am here to help you learn how to cope with personal, relationships, and career challenges in a caring, confidential, and empowering space. I use a humanistic and hollistic...
I believe that positive relationships are the most powerful agent of healing. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, body image, life transitions, or a history of trauma such as physical or sexual abuse or neglect, we will work together to strengthen your relationship with your therapist, the people around you, and ultimately yourself. I use a warm, person-centered approach to help you...
Currently accepting referrals for secure online video counseling. Receive support in the comfort of your home. Non-judgemental, inclusive-of-diversity space with a 25+ years experienced counselor. I want to understand YOU, in the way that you want to be understood, and then support you to achieve your goals. Talk therapy as well as body-mind, energy therapies and creative/play therapy approache...
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker and psychotherapist who works with individuals, couples, and children to help them heal trauma, find purpose, and live more joyful existences. I assist my clients in identifying patterns of stress, imbalance, and self-defeating behaviors to create positive, lasting change. I believe that people can change, wounds can heal, relationships can be healthy, and t...
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As a Clinician I use an existentialist humanistic approach. I tend to work intuitively while also employing DBT and CBT skills. I believe all therapy is family therapy, and I use creative and uniquely tailored plans to fit the need of the family. We will work together to uncover unmet needs and the behavior that results. I encourage clients to give themselves permission to discover and pursue...
Every client's issues are unique to themselves and need to be validated. I work with individuals with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, eating disorders, and panic disorders, and I am open to seeing all kinds of individuals. I think every person could benefit from counseling, no matter what their issue or how intense. We all deserve to take the time and focus on ourselves so that the...
If you feel ready to embrace positive change and transform old, worn-out patterns, beliefs, and behaviors, I am honored to support you on your journey of healing and self-discovery. I've witnessed the wonders of the therapeutic relationship and believe that effective therapy depends on a good fit between patient and clinician. My priority is to create a welcoming, non-judgmental space to help y...
My ideal client would be someone looking for help to tap into their unique inner strengths and by maximizing those strengths will discover peace and balance in their everyday life. My ideal client would live a life free from fear, worry, and insecurity. Many people suffer from anxiety and depression because they feel they don't measure up and compare themselves to what they think life should be...
At Michigan Modern Psychology (MMP) we offer therapy and evaluations for individuals of all ages in a private and comfortable setting. With multiple therapists on staff to meet your clinical needs, we provide comprehensive and well-rounded treatment for children, individuals, couples and families. We are committed to providing the latest in clinical innovations from the behavioral sciences with...
My practice is full and unable to accept new patients at this time. Together we will create a warm, compassionate, and understanding environment. The goal is for our time together to be in the no judgment zone by gaining skills in radical acceptance. I have developed a unique approach through building the therapeutic relationship to work with individuals struggling with stress, relationships,...
