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
Christina Coons
Los Angeles
California
Christina Coons
Los Angeles
California
Ego says, "once everything falls into place, I'll find peace". Spirit says, "find peace and everything will fall into place." Welcome, and congratulations on taking this step toward healing, self care, and wellness! My name is Christina. My preferred pronouns are 'she, her'. I currently live and work in Southern California, but I am a New York native. I am licensed to practice in both states,...
David Montgomery Harb
Nashville
Tennessee
David Montgomery Harb
Nashville
Tennessee
Hi. I’m David, and I look forward to working with you. When we meet you’ll experience someone who cares, someone who is genuinely interested in helping you confront the problems in your life as you make your way towards lasting positive change. Together we’ll explore your thoughts and feelings, and I’ll offer a fresh perspective through evidence-based interventions informed by the latest...
It takes courage to embark on your recovery journey, as a therapist I am honored to sit with individuals and facilitate change. I believe it is important to meet each person where they are at and it is my goal to assist you to achieve a happy healthy life as you define it. Please do not hesitate to call me for a free phone consultation to see if we are a good fit. ( ": Together we will rise") H...
I believe that each client is their own best expert, and has come to counseling because they have hit a log jam or bump in the road. Often times they have unresolved issues in their past that have been triggered by current issues that have the same theme. Also, some clients come to counseling due to current situations that are more short-term. My counseling style is very respectful, collaborati...
As people, we often build walls or layers of stone as a protection to life's sometimes rocky terrain. In therapy, I offer safety, compassion, empathy, and deep listening in an almost sacred way for softening to occur and healing to begin. It is an honor to witness this process. You may be feeling stuck, wanting more peace and joy, or desiring clarity, meaning and purpose in your life. Whatever ...
Keya Counseling, LLC
Las Vegas
Nevada
Keya Counseling, LLC
Las Vegas
Nevada
I am a small in-home practice and work primarily with couples, individuals, adolescents and teens. Depending on your needs, which will be determined during the phone consultation, I offer a combination of traditional talk therapy with alternative treatments. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health with an emphasis on the mind, body, and spirit, to achieve exciting, meaningful, and...
Annsley March
New York
New York
Annsley March
New York
New York
Finding the right therapist can feel intimidating, yet I believe that a strong relationship between a therapist and client can build a foundation for true growth. When feelings like shame, guilt, and unworthiness plague us, conversations with a skilled and empathetic clinician can dissipate those burdens and allow us to emerge stronger and more confident. As an experienced therapist trained in...
**Accepting referrals** I am a trauma-focused, person-centered practitioner, with emphasis on mind-body medicine. I treat children and adults who have experienced trauma including abuse and neglect. Additionally, I treat juvenile sexually maladaptive behaviors and problem-sexual behaviors. Most of my clients are involved in family or criminal court as victims or offenders. I also provide a form...
Ryan Coventry
Chicago
Illinois
Ryan Coventry
Chicago
Illinois
If you found my profile and were interested in working with me, I encourage you to continue to review profiles provided by this site or contact the group practice I work at (Wellman Psychology & Associates) to see if one of my colleagues is currently accepting clients. As a therapist, I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship as a vehicle for healing and achieving one's goals. I am...
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. SEE WEBSITE TO LEARN ABOUT OTHER THERAPISTS ON OUR TEAM. In this moment, you're taking a courageous step by exploring your options for psychotherapy. It's a small victory, and you deserve to own it! Whether it's your first time trying therapy or you're looking to start again, seeking change can feel really overwhelming. You might be hoping to heal from your...
Paula Passanisi
Austin
Texas
Paula Passanisi
Austin
Texas
I help people to find and feel confidence. I start this process by encouraging deeper sense of awareness and compassion to come through in their thoughts and feelings. My specialties are: Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, and Depression. I employ an eclectic mix of healing, using mindfulness and radical self-acceptance in combination with person-centered, strengths-based, and intersectional femini...
Sometimes life's challenges can become overwhelming and disheartening. As a caring and open-minded listener, I can help you sort through the confusion and find hope. Together we will work towards empowering you to make life-enhancing decisions, to engage in fulfilling relationships, and to develop a deeper and kinder understanding of yourself. I am experienced in helping clients who struggle wi...
**update 11/19/2020 all slots are filled, not taking new patients at this time** **currently accepting teens and adults for teletherapy only** **currently accepting the following Medicaid insurances- Healthfirst and Metroplus** **Currently accepting Cigna, Aetna, Oxford, Oscar, United Healthcare through Headway only (find me at https://headway.co/providers/eta-feuerman)** I work with individual...
Melissa R. Fulgieri
New York
New York
Melissa R. Fulgieri
New York
New York
Sometimes taking the first step to reach out for help is the hardest. For that reason, it is important for me to create a trusting relationship with my clients in order to best understand their perspectives, contexts and experiences. I work hard to create a nonjudgmental and dynamic environment that amplifies strengths and examines the unhelpful patterns that may no longer be serving my clients...