Psychodynamic Therapy

Psychodynamic Therapy

Psychodynamic therapy focuses on the psychological roots of emotional suffering. Its hallmarks are self-reflection and self-examination

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is effective for a wide range of mental health symptoms, including depression, anxiety, panic and stress-related physical ailments, and the benefits of the therapy grow after treatment has ended, according to new research published by the American Psychological Association.

Psychodynamic therapy our focus

Psychodynamic therapy focuses on the psychological roots of emotional suffering. Its hallmarks are self-reflection and self-examination, and the use of the relationship between therapist and patient as a window into problematic relationship patterns in the patient’s life. Its goal is not only to alleviate the most obvious symptoms but to help people lead healthier lives.

What can I expect from psychodynamic therapy?

In psychodynamic therapy, the patient is encouraged to talk freely about whatever happens to be on their mind. As the patient does this, patterns of behavior and feelings that stem from past experiences and unrecognized feelings become apparent.

Psychodynamic Therapy

What techniques are used in psychodynamic therapy?

Major techniques used by psychodynamic therapists include free association, dream interpretation, recognizing resistance, transference, working through painful memories and difficult issues, and building a strong therapeutic alliance.

What are the key features of psychodynamic approach?

There are several key assumptions in psychodynamic theory: All behavior has an underlying cause. The causes of a person’s behavior originate in their unconscious.

Goals of psychodynamic theory
  • Acknowledge their emotions. …
  • Identify patterns. …
  • Improve interpersonal relationships. …
  • Recognize and address avoidance.

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