Lyon, Kathleen A MD

At our practice, we believe that everyone has the potential to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve lasting well-being. Our experienced team of psychiatrists and psychoanalysts possesses a deep understanding of the human mind and is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Our Services

We offer a range of therapeutic services tailored to meet the individual needs of our clients.

Psychoanalysis

Psychoanalysis is a long-term, in-depth treatment modality that delves into the unconscious mind to uncover the roots of psychological distress. Through regular sessions several times a week, patients work with their analyst to explore their thoughts, dreams, and behaviors, gaining insight into their patterns and motivations. Psychoanalysis is particularly effective for addressing persistent difficulties in relationships, work, and overall life satisfaction.

Supportive Psychotherapy

Supportive psychotherapy provides a tangible source of support and guidance during periods of life transitions or challenges. This approach focuses on helping clients cope with stress, make important decisions, and develop healthy coping mechanisms. It is often a time-limited treatment, drawing on the therapist's empathetic presence and practical advice to help patients navigate difficult situations and build resilience.

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

This modality combines the insights of psychoanalysis with a more structured and focused approach.

Sessions are typically held once a week, allowing clients to explore recurring patterns of behavior, thought, and emotion in a safe and supportive space. Psychodynamic psychotherapy can be helpful for addressing issues such as relationship difficulties, work performance struggles, persistent anxiety, and depression.

Supervision and Consultation

We provide continuing supervision and consultation to mental health professionals seeking to enhance their clinical skills in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic work. This involves ongoing dialogue and case consultation to address challenging clinical situations, deepen understanding of theoretical frameworks, and refine therapeutic interventions.

Our Approach

Our approach to therapy is rooted in a contemporary understanding of psychoanalysis, integrating principles from various schools of thought, including ego psychology, object relations theory, attachment theory, self-psychology, trauma psychology, and neuropsychoanalysis. We also recognize the growing body of research on the intersection of psychotherapy and contemplative practices, like mindfulness and meditation. We believe that fostering a sense of awareness and self-compassion can be instrumental in promoting healing and personal growth.

We strive to create a collaborative and empathic therapeutic relationship, where clients feel heard, understood, and supported in their journey towards greater well-being. Our goal is to empower individuals to access their inner resources and develop the skills and insights necessary to lead more fulfilling and meaningful lives.