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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

What Is Psychodynamic Therapy?

Psychodynamic therapy is a form of talk therapy.  It explores the connection between a patient’s past experiences and their current mindset, often from childhood. 

Through working with a psychodynamic therapist, people are able to better understand the thoughts, feelings, and conflicts that contribute to their behaviors. This approach to therapy also works to help people better understand some of the unconscious motivations that sometimes influence how they think, feel, and act.

Psychodynamic psychotherapy can be helpful for dealing with mental or emotional distress. It can help promote self-reflection, insight, and emotional growth.

By better understanding your emotional patterns and their roots, you are better equipped to manage your problems and develop coping techniques that will help you both now and in the future.

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is effective for a wide range of mental health symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and relationship issues The benefits of therapy last well beyond the treatment has ended, according to new research published by the American Psychological Association. 

The benefits of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy include:


  • Improved relationships 
  • Better ability to manage emotions
  • Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression
  • Enhanced self-awareness
  • Improved quality of life
 

Therapy can be thought of as a conversation between people.