Psychodynamic therapy is a depth-oriented approach that helps people understand how unconscious patterns, early experiences, and emotional relationships shape their current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Rather than focusing only on symptom relief, psychodynamic therapy aims to create meaningful, lasting change by addressing the root causes of distress.

In psychodynamic therapy, we explore recurring emotional themes and relational patterns that may show up in work, friendships, romantic relationships, or your relationship with yourself. Many of these patterns develop early in life as ways of coping or staying connected, and while they may once have been necessary, they can become limiting or painful over time.

A central part of psychodynamic work is the therapeutic relationship itself. Feelings, expectations, and reactions that arise toward the therapist are understood as meaningful and informative—not something to avoid. Exploring these experiences together can provide insight into how you relate to others and offer opportunities for new, healthier ways of connecting.

Psychodynamic therapy also pays close attention to emotional experience, self-reflection, and insight. Over time, increased awareness helps loosen rigid patterns, reduce inner conflict, and foster greater emotional freedom and self-compassion.

This approach is effective for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, personality patterns, shame, and long-standing emotional struggles. Research shows that psychodynamic therapy leads to enduring change, with benefits that often continue to grow even after therapy ends.

Psychodynamic therapy is well suited for individuals who are curious about themselves, interested in deeper understanding, and seeking not just relief from symptoms, but a more integrated and authentic way of living.