Psychodynamic psychotherapy considers how past relationships, emotional experiences and unconscious patterns may influence current difficulties. The therapist offers a consistent relationship in which these patterns can be noticed and understood, while also focusing on the concerns bringing the person to therapy now. Greater insight can help create more freedom in feelings, relationships and choices.
Exploring current concerns, past relationships, recurring feelings and what happens within the therapeutic relationship.
May suit people wanting to understand persistent patterns as well as manage immediate difficulties.
It may be brief or longer term. Consistency and the therapist's way of working are important, including when sessions are online.
Psychodynamic therapies have evidence for some conditions, though recommendations vary by presentation, duration and individual preference.