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
In my 30+ years of experience, I have tried to create a non-judgmental environment of openness and collaboration with my clients. I have found that most people are looking for understanding, clarification and a path to hope and healing. My practice includes work with individuals, couples and families. I've had specialized post-masters and post-doctoral training in the following areas: child and...
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Hello, welcome to my profile. I'd like to introduce myself and give you a sense of who I am as a clinician. If you prefer not to read, please don’t hesitate to reach out for a phone consultation. My aim is to help you help yourself. You are both the expert on yourself and you also know what you want more than anyone else. As your therapist I develop an authentic bond to support you in this proc...
Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, boundaries in relationships, grief, have experienced trauma, are struggling with your gender identity or sexuality, or just are not quite sure what’s wrong, I’m here to work with you. My approach to therapy is eclectic and based on you and your goals. I will work with you as a teammate to identify the things that could be holding you back from the...
I bring 30+ years of experience working with a wide array of clients and issues. I provide in-depth on-going psychotherapy along with solution focused goal oriented work. I strive to create a safe, supportive space for my clients to explore what they want to work on. I believe being heard and understood are essential to healing. I am flexible in my approach and techniques to suit a client's nee...
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Hi there! I'm Kristen, and my interest is people. I love getting to know about other's passions, feelings, attitudes, and ideas. And that's exactly what brought me to therapy! I get excited when others are looking to explore their own lives for ways to improve, no matter how small. I work well with clients who ruminate and tend to get caught in the vicious cycles of depression and anxiety by...
I believe that throughout life’s most interesting journeys, whether painful, full of change, optimistic, or oppositional, it is often easier to have someone to walk with. I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, major life adjustments, and grief, family and relationship issues. Some of the populations I have worked with include: Young adults,...
Do you have times when you struggle with feelings of guilt, fear, hopelessness or shame? These times can make you feel out of control and unbalanced. Extra support can be helpful even though seeking it can be scary. You will find that I offer counseling with compassion, curiosity and humor. I will provide space for you to get to know yourself better and help you heal. We will collaborate togeth...
I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment in order for individuals to feel comfortable expressing themselves. In the therapy relationship, we will achieve greater awareness of your strengths, goals, and relational patterns and develop strategies that enhance your resiliency and well-being. I work collaboratively with clients, always respecting autonomy and choice. I believe that...
I enjoy sitting with and listening to military/veteran, couples, divorcees, men and adolescent boys. I have a particular passion for those walking through struggles in their faith. If this sounds like you and your struggles, please feel free to reach out. I would love to connect with you. For 20 years, I served as an airman and journeyed alongside our military and their families to help unravel...
I am currently taking new clients in Austin, Tx and through teletherapy. I have over 14 years experience working with clients who are overloaded from the stress of daily life, school, work and family obligations. When life seems to be weighing you down and you can't come up for air, then I am here to help bring clarity and peace. My goal is to provide a calm and creative setting that nurtures t...
I have worked as a trauma informed therapist for over 6 years. I specialize in adolescents and adults who face various mental health and identity development challenges. I am a grounded, honest, compassionate and well-rounded clinician. I tailor my approach to fit my clients’ specific goals and incorporate various techniques, which include: psychodynamic, relational, inter-subjective, DBT/CBT,...
I have been a human being for 60 years, a practicing psychotherapist for 19. I invite you to stand shoulder to shoulder with me in our journey to ease your suffering and achieve your goals. Therapy offers many possibilities- seeing old problems in a new and open way, being more alive in the world, celebrating the possibility of wonder, or learning more effective strategies for relating. This me...
