I approach the unique, therapeutic relationship with straight-forward intent: what is it that has brought you to therapy at this time, and what can I do to help? This open-ended approach allows for focus, but also room to explore fertile territories that may have been long hiding in the shadows. Yes, it's true that, on occasion, I might utter those now seemingly trite words...so, tell me about your mother...but I'm just as likely to be interested in why your current relationships aren't panning out as you wished; or about that novel you're writing; or what it is, specifically, about riding the subway that makes you so anxious each morning. My experience has taught me that therapy is not unlike a spider's web: you may be surprised by what is caught in it; and it can be very enlightening to know just how those many strands are joined together.
Of one thing I am certain: something brought you to this Web site. It is my hope that you find something here that might be helpful, either to you or to someone you know.
As for me, I am a New York State Licensed and Nationally Certified Psychoanalyst who has worked with individuals and couples from varied backgrounds, cultures and professions. If you are interested in exploring further, including information on my background and practices, please click one of the links to the left. If you wish to set up an initial consultation, please call or email to make an appointment.
Joseph E. Kruft, MFA, LP, NCPsyA
Phone: 212-714-7084
In Greenwich Village on 6th Avenue between 8th and 9th Streets
Trains: A,B,C,D,E,F,V to West 4th Street
1,9 to Christopher Street 6 to Astor Place N,R to 8th Street PATH to 9th Street In Long Island City on Hunter Street
Trains: E,R,V to Queens Plaza
N,W,7 to Queensboro Plaza G to Court Square
