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Meet Anthony Mazzella, Ph.D.
Psychotherapist And Psychoanalyst In New York City With Close To 20 Years Of Experience.
Anthony Mazzella, Ph.D., is a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist in private practice on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. He is a training analyst and full member at the Institute for Psychoanalytic Training & Research (IPTAR), as well as being a current member of The International Psychoanalytic Association (IPA). Membership in the IPA is restricted to psychoanalysts who fulfill the most rigorous and recognized international standards for psychoanalytic training in the world. Dr. Mazzella is both a Fellow of the IPA and at IPTAR. Dr. Mazzella is on faculty and is a supervisor at IPTAR and the Metropolitan Institute for Training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (MITPP). He is also recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education.
“My mission is to build a trusting relationship that will allow you to gain insight into your inner life and behaviors so you can make more deliberate choices and therefore lead a more fulfilling life…”
- Dr. Mazzella
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Why Choose Dr. Mazzella?
Dr. Mazzella is an NYC-based psychotherapist and psychoanalyst with over 20 years of clinical experience. He trained at the renowned Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (IPTAR) with continued involvement with the organization to this day. He believes psychodynamic therapy to be an essential component of psychological work, benefiting individuals from all walks of life.
Dr. Mazzella believes that psychodynamic psychotherapy is effective for those dealing with overwhelming emotions. One of the benefits of his approach is that it helps to create a safe and trusting relationship, which is particularly helpful for learning new coping skills and strategies to manage your problems. By exploring your thoughts and feelings, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of what might be causing your problems. As you work through these emotions in a supported environment, you’ll feel more able to tackle them on your own.
Dr. Mazzella works with a wide range of individuals (e.g., adolescents, adults, and couples) to address a variety of emotional difficulties, such as interpersonal problems, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. Dr. Mazzella’s approach focuses on insight-oriented psychodynamic therapy, emphasizing exploration of past and present experiences. For a deeper understanding of how Dr. Mazzella thinks about psychology and works with his patients, please click on any of his latest articles below.
If you’re looking for a compassionate and skilled therapist to help you navigate life’s challenges, please contact Dr. Anthony Mazzella. His years of experience and superb training have equipped him to be a leading psychotherapist and psychoanalyst.
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How does early attachment shape our adult relationships? 🧠
In this episode, Dr. Mazzella explains the role of early childhood attachment in adult emotional dynamics. From the "Still Face Experiment" to the emotional disruptions in narcissistic relationships, he explores how these formative experiences impact how we navigate intimacy and abandonment later in life.
🎧 https://www.drmazzella.com/the-narcissism-decoder-podcast/
#ChildhoodAttachment #NarcissisticAbuseRecovery #EmotionalDisruptions #AttachmentStyles #PsychologicalHealing #BreakingFree #MentalHealthAwareness #RelationshipDynamics #Narcissism #SelfDiscovery
How does early attachment shape our adult relationships? 🧠
In this episode, Dr. Mazzella explains the role of early childhood attachment in adult emotional dynamics. From the "Still Face Experiment" to the emotional disruptions in narcissistic relationships, he explores how these formative experiences impact how we navigate intimacy and abandonment later in life.
🎧 https://www.drmazzella.com/the-narcissism-decoder-podcast/
#ChildhoodAttachment #NarcissisticAbuseRecovery #EmotionalDisruptions #AttachmentStyles #PsychologicalHealing #BreakingFree #MentalHealthAwareness #RelationshipDynamics #Narcissism #SelfDiscovery
Why do we remember the "best weekend ever" in narcissistic relationships? 💭
Dr. Masala explains how idealizing moments of happiness in narcissistic relationships can be a sign of something deeper—splitting. When you remember only the best moments, it can blind you to the reality of the relationship. What does it take to see things clearly?
Listen to learn more.
🎧 https://www.drmazzella.com/the-narcissism-decoder-podcast/
#Idealization #ToxicLove #NarcissisticAbuse #MentalClarity #HealingJourney #SelfAwareness #EmotionalHealing #NarcissisticRelationships #PsychologicalInsights #BreakingTheCycle
Why do we remember the "best weekend ever" in narcissistic relationships? 💭
Dr. Masala explains how idealizing moments of happiness in narcissistic relationships can be a sign of something deeper—splitting. When you remember only the best moments, it can blind you to the reality of the relationship. What does it take to see things clearly?
Listen to learn more.
🎧 https://www.drmazzella.com/the-narcissism-decoder-podcast/
#Idealization #ToxicLove #NarcissisticAbuse #MentalClarity #HealingJourney #SelfAwareness #EmotionalHealing #NarcissisticRelationships #PsychologicalInsights #BreakingTheCycle
How does cognitive dissonance affect your decisions in toxic relationships? ⚖️
When you leave a narcissist, the emotional withdrawal is real. It’s like quitting an addiction. Dr. Masala explains why this "withdrawal" phase makes us idealize the narcissist and their relationship, creating a confusing tug-of-war between wanting to stay and knowing it’s unhealthy.
Listen to understand this powerful psychological battle.
🎧 https://www.drmazzella.com/the-narcissism-decoder-podcast/
#CognitiveDissonance #ToxicRelationships #Narcissism #EmotionalWithdrawal #PsychologicalHealing #SelfAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #HealingFromAddiction #ToxicLove #SelfEmpowerment
How does cognitive dissonance affect your decisions in toxic relationships? ⚖️
When you leave a narcissist, the emotional withdrawal is real. It’s like quitting an addiction. Dr. Masala explains why this "withdrawal" phase makes us idealize the narcissist and their relationship, creating a confusing tug-of-war between wanting to stay and knowing it’s unhealthy.
Listen to understand this powerful psychological battle.
🎧 https://www.drmazzella.com/the-narcissism-decoder-podcast/
#CognitiveDissonance #ToxicRelationships #Narcissism #EmotionalWithdrawal #PsychologicalHealing #SelfAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #HealingFromAddiction #ToxicLove #SelfEmpowerment
Why is it so terrifying to let go of the narcissistic fantasy? 😨
Letting go of the fantasy in a narcissistic relationship is incredibly difficult. Dr. Masala sheds light on why this process is so terrifying: it forces you to confront a lack of self-identity and live without external validation. But in doing so, you begin the path to self-discovery and true healing.
How do you build an identity when it feels like everything you knew was a lie?
🎧 https://www.drmazzella.com/the-narcissism-decoder-podcast/
#SelfDiscovery #BreakingTheFantasy #EmotionalHealing #NarcissisticAbuseRecovery #IdentityRebuilding #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #SelfAwareness #Narcissism #HealingJourney #PsychologicalGrowth
Why is it so terrifying to let go of the narcissistic fantasy? 😨
Letting go of the fantasy in a narcissistic relationship is incredibly difficult. Dr. Masala sheds light on why this process is so terrifying: it forces you to confront a lack of self-identity and live without external validation. But in doing so, you begin the path to self-discovery and true healing.
How do you build an identity when it feels like everything you knew was a lie?
🎧 https://www.drmazzella.com/the-narcissism-decoder-podcast/
#SelfDiscovery #BreakingTheFantasy #EmotionalHealing #NarcissisticAbuseRecovery #IdentityRebuilding #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #SelfAwareness #Narcissism #HealingJourney #PsychologicalGrowth