Mark L. Ruffalo, M.S.W., D.Psa.
Psychoanalytic/psychodynamic psychotherapist and professor with faculty appointments in psychiatry at the University of Central Florida and Tufts University School of Medicine; experienced in long-term psychoanalytic treatment of severe mental health conditions and a commentator on the history and future of psychotherapy.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 1h 8min
Mark L. Ruffalo on the Future of Psychotherapy: Beyond Symptoms to the Human Psyche
Mark L. Ruffalo, M.S.W., D.Psa., a seasoned psychoanalytic psychotherapist and professor, shares his extensive insights into the depths of human psychology. He discusses the limitations of quick-fix approaches for severe conditions like schizophrenia and borderline personality disorder, advocating for a return to comprehensive psychoanalysis. Mark also explores the historical shifts in psychiatric training, the implications of the DSM-III, and the role of medication versus therapy. His perspective challenges clinicians to prioritize understanding over mere symptom management.
