What is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy?
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a deep and insightful approach to mental health that explores how past experiences, unconscious thoughts, and unresolved emotions shape our present lives.
Rooted in the work of Sigmund Freud and later developed by modern psychoanalysts, this therapy helps individuals gain self-awareness and resolve inner conflicts for lasting emotional growth.
How Does Psychodynamic Therapy Work?
Unlike short-term, solution-focused therapies, Psychodynamic Therapy goes beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover deeper emotional patterns.
By exploring unconscious beliefs, early life experiences, and relationship dynamics, you can gain a clearer understanding of your emotions, behaviors, and relationships.
Key elements of Psychodynamic Therapy include:
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Understanding hidden emotions and patterns that influence daily life.
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Recognising how childhood relationships and experiences shape present behaviors.
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Examining how past and present relationships impact emotions and interactions.
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Developing a deeper understanding of your thoughts, feelings, and motivations.
What Can Psychodynamic Therapy Help With?
Psychodynamic Therapy is beneficial if you are struggling with:
Anxiety and depression
Trauma and unresolved emotions
Relationship difficulties
Low self-esteem and self-worth
Emotional patterns and repetitive life struggles
Self-exploration and personal growth
How I use Psychodynamic Therapy to Support Clients
In sessions, we explore your inner world, including recurring themes, dreams, or relational patterns that may be affecting your present life. This greater self-awareness can help you break free from unhelpful behaviours, improve relationships, and find new ways of coping. Sessions are open-ended and reflective, allowing you to explore your emotions, past experiences, and personal struggles at your own pace.
I will provide a safe, supportive space to help you make meaningful connections between your past and present, leading to greater self-awareness and emotional healing. By bringing unconscious patterns into awareness, you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and why you might feel stuck in repeating cycles.
Why Choose Psychodynamic Therapy?
Deep & Insightful – Helps uncover and resolve the root causes of emotional struggles.
Long-Lasting Change – Encourages personal growth and emotional resilience beyond symptom relief.
Enhances Self-Awareness – Helps you understand your emotions, behaviors, and relationships on a deeper level.