Virtual psychodynamic therapy for individuals, couples, and groups
“We are born in relationship, we are wounded in relationship, and we can be healed in relationship.”
– Harville Hendrix
About Me
Elizabeth Miraglia, LICSW
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy, which works by drawing connections between your past and present, highlighting the struggles that run parallel to one another. While some people benefit greatly from methods like CBT, others find that “knowing” the answer to their problems is not enough to change how they feel. Psychodynamic therapy takes a deeper look into what dwells beneath those feelings.
I graduated from the Smith College School for Social Work with an MSW in Clinical Social Work. I trained in the fields of homeless services and inpatient psychiatry, and before becoming a clinician, I practiced youth work and street outreach. I have an educational background in philosophy, in which I focused on the studies of mind, language, science, and religion.
I completed a one-year fellowship at the Psychodynamic Couples and Family Institute of New England, and I am currently a member of the Northeastern Society for Group Psychotherapy. I participate in ongoing individual and group supervision, and I deepen my expertise through continuing education.
I became a therapist because I love being with people and learning from them. Therapy offers us the opportunity to understand who we are and to build a relationship with ourselves. I'm here simply to facilitate that unique relationship.
Services
All services are virtual and open to anyone who resides in Massachusetts
$45 per session
$90 per individual intake session prior to start
$90 per session
$130 per session
Insurance
I do not currently accept insurance, however I am able to provide sliding scale pricing based on your income. I also provide superbills which you can submit to your insurance company and be reimbursed. Please inquire directly to request a reduced rate, and we can discuss possible options during our phone consultation.
Schedule a Free Consultation
Finding the right fit is essential, but it can be time-consuming. Request a free 15 minute phone call with me to see if we’re compatible before scheduling our first appointment. I look forward to hearing from you!
Individual Therapy
Our past experiences inform our present: they shape how we see ourselves, the world around us, and affect the way we relate to others. However, we determine the meaning of our own experiences, and everyone's narrative is different. My approach involves addressing your existential concerns, as well as unhealed internal wounds. Together we will examine your relationship patterns, and work to replace what no longer serves you with a fresh perspective and new skills.
I work relationally, allowing space for honesty, humor and validation. My style is to challenge your assumptions and thinking patterns, while keeping in mind that you are the expert on your own life. I combine fierce compassion with healthy skepticism, and focus first on building a trusting relationship between us. I approach our differences with curiosity, respect, and humility, intending to learn from our work together and to grow as a clinician (and as a person) as a result.
My hope is that, through our work together, you are able to cultivate the strong sense that you are capable of change and deserving of goodness.
Every close relationship includes each individual and the space between them. That space can be a playground for honesty, compassion, and understanding. However, there are times when we all become mired in miscommunication and misinterpretation. Everyone brings a unique set of past experiences and survival skills to our relationships. We all must continuously cope with the challenge of loving someone through difference, leading each other through the woods again and again.
I work with every type of couple, including those involved non-romantically (e.g. friends, siblings, or parent and adult child). I am especially interested in working with those in the LGBTQIA+ community, and those in interfaith relationships.
Couples Therapy
Group Therapy
The grief following the end of a relationship can be intense and devastating. Not only do we experience the pain of losing the relationship, but oftentimes old wounds resurface along with it, making it more difficult for us to cope. Many of us hope to learn from our relationships and find ways to grow in the wake of a breakup, but this process can be confusing and lonely. Everyone deserves to feel supported and understood during this time, and given space to honor their grief. This group offers that space.
This group is mixed gender, LGBTQIA+ inclusive, and open to adults of all ages. Individuals join on a rolling basis for a minimum of four weeks, and are welcome to stay for as long as they need.
Breakup Recovery Group
Should I Stay Or Should I Go:
A group for those considering leaving a relationship
There are times when a relationship feels too good to leave, but not good enough to stay. The decision about how to move forward can often feel paralyzing. Bring your doubts, your questions, and all the accompanied feelings - whatever they may be. This group offers a space where you are free to explore the complexity of these feelings and the role a relationship plays in your life.
This group is mixed gender, LGBTQIA+ inclusive, and open to adults of all ages. Individuals join on a rolling basis for a minimum of four weeks, and are welcome to stay for as long as they need.