Dr. Randi Torstenson, Psy.D.
We need to feel understood, safe, and supported to create life-long change, and in my practice I work to establish a respectful and warm relationship where this growth and development can occur. I believe each person is capable of tremendous change and view giving the gift of therapy as an honor.
I find by exploring both the past and the present, clients are better able to recognize life patterns which may be affecting their relationships, career, and overall mental health. However, I also believe each person is unique and do not utilize a "one-size-fits-all" approach. Rather, I work with clients in a collaborative manner, and together we establish the direction and pace of our work.
I work with individuals and couples from a variety of cultural, ethnic, and spiritual backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Overall, I think you will find my approach open, flexible, affirming, and engaging.
Clients usually begin sessions with a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, or problems with romantic and personal relationships. I also work with clients on issues of trauma and past abuse, body image and eating disorders, LGBTQI issues, and women's issues.
Education/Training
Doctor of Clinical Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Certificate in Adult Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
The Institute for Psychoanalytic Education at NYU School of Medicine
Memberships
The American Psychological Association
APA Division 39 - Psychoanalysis
APA Division 56 - Trauma Psychology
National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology
HealthRight Human Rights Clinic (formerly Doctors of the World)
Payments Accepted
Out-of-Network Provider, Sliding Scale
Hours:Weekday Evenings and Sundays
License:017429 New York
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Therapy
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Anger Management
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Marriage Counseling
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Anxiety and Panic
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Men's Issues
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Arts Therapy (Expressive)
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Online / Teletherapy
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Body Image Issues
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Caregiver Issues
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Premarital Counseling
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Chronic Illness
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Psychoanalysis
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Couples
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Relationship Issues
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Depression
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Divorce
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Eating Disorders
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Sexual Dysfunction
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Stress Management
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Gender Identity / Transgenderism
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Trauma and PTSD
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Grief and Loss
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Women's Issues
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Life Transitions
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Work and Career Issues
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Loneliness
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Licenses/Certifications
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Clinical Psychologist
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Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist (State)
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Member, American Psychological Association (APA)
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United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
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