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Dr. Nicholas Samstag is a psychoanalyst and clinical psychologist.
Living and working in New York City.
Method
While I am always respectful of the patient's presenting problem, I am also interested in what underlies it. I encourage an exploration of unconscious processes, dreams, and free associations for the purpose of unearthing the patient's historical narrative. I ask a lot of questions, and consider a multitude of viewpoints. To me the person is always an individual first, regardless of psychological disturbance.
Patients
The patients I work best with are curious about how to change their current behavior to reduce psychological difficulties, as well as to address how their prior history has influenced their current situation.
Services
Individual psychoanalysis, psychoanalytic psychotherapy, couples therapy, consultations, clinical supervision.
Finances
Cost per session: $375-$475
Accepted Insurance: Out of Network
Background
I hold a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, and a certificate in psychoanalysis from the William Allison White Institute. In addition, I have also completed advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. Complementing my professional education is a strong background in classics and literature, that richly informs my work.
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