Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a talking therapy that explores how conscious and unconscious thoughts, emotions, and past experiences shape current feelings and relationships. By bringing these patterns into awareness, it can support lasting emotional change and improved wellbeing.
This therapy may be suitable for people experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or difficulties in relationships. It can be particularly helpful if symptoms feel rooted in longstanding emotional patterns, unresolved past experiences, or recurring difficulties in relating to others. It is also appropriate for those seeking deeper self-understanding.
Psychodynamic psychotherapy typically involves:
Sessions are usually held once or more per week, and treatment may be short- or longer-term depending on your needs.
Our approach to psychodynamic psychotherapy is thoughtful, evidence-informed, and compassionate. We tailor the work to your individual needs, providing a safe therapeutic relationship to help you explore difficulties and make meaningful, lasting changes.
CBT usually focuses on here-and-now current thoughts, feelings and behaviours, while psychodynamic therapy explores underlying patterns, emotions, and past experiences.
It can be short-term (around six months) or longer-term (a year or longer), depending on your needs and goals.
Yes, it can help you make sense of confusing or overwhelming feelings and gain insight into their origins.
Earlier life experiences are often explored, but the focus is on how they affect your current life.
Yes, it often helps identify recurring relational patterns and supports healthier ways of relating.
Yes, research shows psychodynamic psychotherapy can be effective for both.
Not always. Some people benefit from a combination of therapy and medication, depending on their symptoms.
Sessions are usually once or twice weekly, but this can be tailored to your needs.
We are registered by the Care Quality Commission (CQC),
the independent regulator of health and social care in England.
