Meet Dr. Jacquelynn Cunliffe

Psychodynamic Psychotherapist & Psychoanalysis

Dr. Jacquelynn Cunliffe is a psychodynamic psychotherapist and psychoanalyst with extensive education and experience. She earned her PhD from the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in the Psychology of Human Development.

Furthering her expertise, she completed advanced training in both child and adult psychotherapy and psychoanalysis at the Psychoanalytic Center of Philadelphia. Dr. Cunliffe’s private practice specializes in developmental/childhood trauma.

Additionally, Dr. Cunliffe holds a master’s degree in nursing and is a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse (PMH-BC). She continues to advance her clinical practice as a Psychoanalyst and serves as adult and child faculty member at the Psychoanalytic Center of Philadelphia.

Personal Statement

“I offer individual psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis in a welcoming, private, and relaxed setting designed to be a contemplative and safe space. My approach is client-centered and tailored to each person’s unique needs. Your voice will be heard with care, compassion, and confidentiality. I incorporate mindfulness-based techniques to enhance self-compassion and self-acceptance, which are instrumental in improving relationships, self-esteem, and creating a more fulfilling future.

I address various mental health issues, often stemming from unsatisfying early relationships or trauma. Such experiences can leave individuals feeling unworthy, directionless, or disillusioned. Therapeutic work aims to explore all aspects of a patient’s life. In treatment, there is an emphasis on recognizing the skills and strengths a person already possesses while simultaneously identifying and working on perceived vulnerabilities and limitations.

I believe the mind has an immense capacity to heal. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will work together to create a trusting alliance where healing can occur. This process includes creating deeper insight and understanding of the issues currently troubling you and discovering paths toward greater life satisfaction and self-love.”