Carina Deandreis-Arvidsson (she/her)

MHC-LP, MS
Accepting Clients

Thoughtful, psychodynamic therapist helping individuals & couples who are ready to understand patterns, strengthen relationships, and grow.

Mental Health Counselor in Brooklyn, NY

About My Clients

Many of my clients come to therapy because something in their life or relationships no longer feels sustainable. You may find yourself repeating patterns, navigating a transition, or feeling stuck despite trying to understand things on your own. I work with individuals and couples facing anxiety, relationship challenges, life changes, and questions about identity and direction. Clients are often thoughtful, reflective people who are curious about themselves and open to deeper exploration.

My Background and Approach

My approach is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, which often focuses on understanding how past and early experiences, emotional patterns, and relational dynamics shape present-day challenges. Together we explore both your internal world and your relationships to help bring greater awareness to patterns. I believe meaningful change often begins with insight. As we deepen understanding of your emotional experiences, reactions, and relational patterns, new possibilities for responding to life’s challenges can come to light. Therapy with me is collaborative, thoughtful, and paced in a way that supports genuine exploration. While psychodynamic therapy provides the foundation for my work, I integrate ideas and tools from other approaches when they may be helpful for a client’s goals. Ultimately, I tailor my approach to each individual or couple, recognizing that every person brings their own history, strengths, and hopes for change.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe therapy works best when it is grounded in a genuine, trusting relationship. Creating a space where clients feel respected, understood, and able to explore their experiences openly is central to my work. As someone who comes from a bicultural background and previously worked in corporate environments, I understand how identity, culture, and professional pressures can shape how we move through the world. Many clients are navigating complex expectations across relationships, careers, or cultural contexts, and therapy can offer a place to reflect on those experiences with curiosity and care.

At A Glance

  • Experience: 1 year of practice
  • Languages: English, Español

Info

Email Carina
109 North 12th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11249
80 8th Avenue
New York, NY 10011

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