Psychodynamic therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts MA
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Psychodynamic Therapy
Laurel Shortell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I work with a diverse range of individual adults throughout Massachusetts, including those in relationships of all configurations, college students, those grieving pet loss, and technical professionals, drawing on my own background as a software engineer. I also maintain a focus on clients who are on the autism spectrum, including neurodivergent adults and relationships where one or more partners identify as being on the spectrum.
18 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
J. Rosalyn Diehl
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPPC, LPC
My focus areas include women’s emotional wellness, relationship anxiety, and patterns that impact connection and self-worth. I also support clients through major life transitions such as relationship changes, career shifts, and family dynamics. I help clients identify recurring patterns, heal emotional wounds, and develop healthier, more secure ways of relating and moving forward.
12 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Andrea Kamins
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, MSW
People often come to therapy feeling anxious, depressed, stuck or overwhelmed and aren't sure why. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression, trauma/complex PTSD, and childhood emotional neglect (CEN). I particularly enjoy working with highly sensitive people (HSP), neurodiverse individuals, and adult survivors of childhood trauma. I enjoy working with adults age 21 and older who are motivated to create meaningful change in life and work, and deepen self-understanding. My clients enjoy my direct, warm style and sense of humor.
10 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Dr. Kirsten Christensen
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I'm a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy.
Every person is unique, and therapy should be the same - that’s why I take a tailored, individualized approach that’s flexible to meet your needs and goals. The foundation of my work is a multicultural-feminist perspective that positions you as the expert of your own experience. I take a warm, collaborative approach to help you get clarity about who you are and how you want your life to look. I also integrate evidence-based interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and relational frameworks. My goals involve helping clients move upstream to identify and resolve systemic and personal patterns that keep them stuck and working together to find more joy.
I also believe that the personal is political. More often than not, sociopolitical systems of oppression like racism, sexism, heterosexism, transphobia, ableism, and more directly impact mental health. As a result, I take an actively anti-racist, intersectional, identity-affirming approach with clients across a broad spectrum of marginalization and privilege.
I specialize in working with college students, graduate students, young adults, and professionals in Massachusetts on a variety of common issues including: mood (anxiety, depression), identity development, life transitions and adjustment, ADHD, relationship issues, academic and career issues, and burnout.
9 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Leslie Bowman, Holistic Psychotherapist
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LPC, Over 20 years of successful experience
Are you ready for a deeper, more meaningful approach to healing? If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward, whether due to trauma, a major life transition, or ongoing emotional challenges- you’re not alone. My work goes beyond traditional talk therapy. Rather than focusing only on surface-level concerns, I offer a holistic, integrative approach designed to support lasting transformation. By addressing the mind, body, and inner self as interconnected systems, we create space for deeper healing and sustainable change.
With over 20 years of experience, I support clients through a wide range of challenges, including: Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and depression, Relationship and modern dating issues, narcissistic abuse, divorce, Grief and loss, ADHD and addiction, Eating and personality disorders, Life transitions, career development, and purpose after retirement.
My background includes a Master’s degree along with advanced study in neuroscience, nutrition, and epigenetics—allowing me to bring a well-rounded, informed perspective to our work together. I believe therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and tailored to you. Every session is designed around your unique needs, with a focus on helping you reconnect with yourself, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
20 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts Statistics
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts average 15 years of experience and charge around $179 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (85%), and Trauma and PTSD (63%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$179
Accept insurance
61%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 21% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 66% |
Online Only |
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| 34% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 85% | Depression |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 54% | Stress |
| 51% | Self Esteem |
| 44% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 41% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 49% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 24% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Black / African American |