Whether you choose counselling or psychotherapy, I adopt a psychoanalytically informed, comprehensive, and integrative approach. Rather than simply addressing surface-level symptoms, we will explore the unconscious processes and early experiences that have shaped your current emotional and relational life. Instead of prescribing advice, I will strive to help you discover your own answers.
How I Work / What to Expect
What is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy?
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a form of talking therapy that focuses on understanding how unconscious thoughts, emotions, and past experiences, especially early relationships, shape current behavior, feelings, and relationships.
Theoretical & Historical Context
Psychodynamic psychotherapy is based on psychoanalytic theory, developed by Freud, Klein, Winnicott, Bion and others.
The key principles include:
Unconscious processes
People are often influenced by thoughts and feelings that they’re not fully aware of.Past influences the present
Early life experiences, particularly with caregivers, can affect adult relationships and emotional patterns.Repetition of patterns
People may unknowingly repeat familiar, but unhealthy relationship patterns.Defense mechanisms
The mind uses strategies (e.g. denial or avoidance) to protect against emotional pain.The therapeutic relationship matters
Feelings toward the therapist can reflect important relationship dynamics and are often explored in therapy.
How Psychodynamic Therapy Can Help
Psychodynamic psychotherapy is particularly effective for those seeking meaningful and lasting change. By gaining deeper insight into internal processes & patterns, you can:
Soften the impact of recurring emotional difficulties, by better understanding their roots.
Increase your self-awareness and emotional insight.
Improve your relationships & emotional regulation.
Session Duration & Frequency
Sessions are 50 minutes long and take place on an ongoing weekly or twice-weekly basis, depending on your needs.
The consistency and depth of regular sessions allows for the gradual exploration of underlying emotional conflicts, fostering a therapeutic process that can lead to profound and enduring transformation.