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Mindful Dynamic Psychotherapy & Deep Self-Inquiry with Marjorie Schuman, PhD.
Marjorie Schuman, PhD. is a licensed clinical psychologist with over three decades of experience integrating psychodynamic psychotherapy and mindfulness practices. Specializing in mindful dynamic psychotherapy, I help clients explore emotional pain through self-reflection and relational inquiry. My practice combines psychoanalytic training from the Los Angeles Institute and Society for Psychoanalytic Studies with Buddhist meditation expertise from Spirit Rock Meditation Center. I hold a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Michigan and completed postdoctoral work at UCLA's Department of Psychiatry.My approach emphasizes cultivating self-intimacy to resolve relational suffering, as detailed in my 2023 publication 'Inquiring Deeply: Problems as a Path to Awareness'. With a focus on empathic understanding, I guide clients to examine core negative beliefs and transform emotional reactivity through structured inquiry.
Services
Mindful Dynamic Psychotherapy
Deep Self-Inquiry
Relational Psychotherapy
Mindfulness-Informed Therapy
Clinical Consultation
Highlights and features
- 30+ years integrating psychoanalysis and mindfulness practices
- Personalized approach combining self-inquiry with relational therapy
- Empathic perspective informed by Buddhist meditation training
- Author of 2023 publication 'Inquiring Deeply: Problems as a Path to Awareness'
- Licensed clinical psychologist with specialized psychoanalytic certification
Associations and certifications
- University of Michigan
- UCLA Department of Psychiatry
- Los Angeles Institute and Society for Psychoanalytic Studies
- Spirit Rock Meditation Center
Services
Mindful Dynamic Psychotherapy
Combines psychodynamic therapy with mindfulness practices to explore emotional pain through self-reflection. Helps clients examine interpersonal roots of distress while cultivating self-awareness. Utilizes empathic dialogue to uncover psychological patterns shaping current difficulties.
Deep Self-Inquiry
Structured approach to self-exploration using systematic questioning. Guides clients to examine emotional reactivity by investigating underlying assumptions and representations of self/other. Cultivates space for difficult emotions to resolve naturally through awareness.
Clinical Consultation
Provides expert consultation for mental health professionals on integrating mindfulness with psychoanalytic techniques. Focuses on applying inquiry-based approaches to emotional regulation challenges and relational dynamics in clinical practice.
Mindfulness-Informed Therapy
Incorporates Buddhist meditation principles into therapeutic practice. Teaches clients to observe thoughts and emotions without judgment while exploring their relational origins. Develops capacity for self-intimacy to improve interpersonal connections.
Relational Psychotherapy
Examines how early relationships shape current emotional patterns. Uses therapeutic relationship as a mirror for understanding interpersonal dynamics. Helps clients develop healthier relational patterns through increased self-awareness.
People
Marjorie Schuman
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Schuman is a licensed psychologist with 30+ years integrating psychoanalysis and Buddhist meditation. She specializes in mindful dynamic psychotherapy, combining self-inquiry with relational therapy to resolve emotional suffering through structured exploration.
Questions
What is mindful dynamic psychotherapy?
Mindful dynamic psychotherapy combines psychodynamic therapy with mindfulness practices to help clients explore emotional pain through self-reflection and relational inquiry.
How does deep self-inquiry work?
Deep self-inquiry involves systematically questioning emotional reactivity to uncover hidden assumptions and cultivate self-awareness through structured reflection.
What issues do you typically address?
Common concerns include relational conflicts, emotional reactivity, core negative beliefs, and difficulties with self-intimacy and interpersonal connection.
How is this approach different?
This practice uniquely integrates Buddhist meditation principles with psychoanalytic techniques to address emotional suffering through both self-exploration and relational dynamics.
Is clinical consultation available?
Yes, clinical consultation services are available for professionals seeking guidance on mindfulness-informed psychotherapy and deep inquiry techniques.
What's the focus of your recent publication?
'Inquiring Deeply: Problems as a Path to Awareness' explores using structured inquiry to transform emotional suffering into opportunities for self-discovery and growth.
