Online Psychoanalysis Therapist Mumbai
What are Psychoanalysis and Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic therapy is a form of Talk Therapy. It is based on the idea that talking to a professional about problems people are facing can help them find relief and reach solutions.
In psychodynamic therapy, therapists help people gain insight into their lives and present-day problems. They also evaluate patterns people develop over time. To do this, therapists review certain life factors with a person in therapy:
- Emotions
- Thoughts
- Early-life experiences
- Beliefs
Psychoanalysis:
It is a therapeutic orientation developed by Sigmund Freud that employs free association, dream analysis, and transference to uncover repressed feelings
Psychodynamic and Psychoanalytical Therapy is used to treat which conditions?
It is commonly used for the Following Mood Disorders:
- Anxiety, Depression, Panic attacks, Phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder
- Eating disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Interpersonal Problems
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Borderline Personality Disorder
Chronic pain or serious illnesses:
- Divorce or break-ups
- Grief or loss
- Insomnia
- Low self-esteem
- Relationship problems
- Stress management, etc
Benefits of Psychodynamic and Psychoanalysis Therapy:
- It can help in reducing Depression and Anxiety
- It can help improve Social Functioning
- The focus is on the psychological roots of emotional suffering. Self-reflection and self-examination are important concepts for getting to the root of one’s problems
- It would help patients to improve their Personality Traits and Relationships
What to expect from Psychodynamic and Psychoanalysis Therapy:
- Therapists lead the discussion but usually work with clients to first identify a focus/goal and important issues, which helps create a structure for the sessions. Having a clear focus makes it possible to do interpretive work in a relatively short time.
- The client/patient speaks freely and openly to the therapist about anything that comes to mind, including current issues, fears, desires, dreams, and fantasies.
- Research shows that patients often experience ongoing improvements after therapy has ended, although follow-up sessions can still be beneficial.
- The psychodynamic approach is designed to help individuals, couples, families, or even groups with a wide range of problems, though is generally more effective in treating specific issues, such as anxiety, addiction and eating disorders.
Dr Mamta Kakade is a Qualified, Psychotherapist. Consult her online.