Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a depth-oriented form of therapy that focuses on understanding how past experiences, early relationships and unconscious patterns shape the way we thinking, feel and relate in the present. 

Rather than concentrating only on current symptoms, psychodynamic work explored the emotional roots beneath them. Difficulties such as anxiety, low self-worth, relationship struggles, or repeated life/behavioural patterns are often linked to earlier experiences that have not been fully processed or underst6ood. These experiences can live on internally, influencing expectations, defences and relational dynamics, often outside of our conscious awareness.

In therapy, we pay attention to what is happening in your life now and how you experienced yourself and others, including within the therapeutic relationship. Pattens that show up in your relationship may gently emerge in the room, offering an opportunity to understand them sagely and in real time. This is not about blame, but about curiosity and compassion. 

This approach has its roots in the work of Sigmund Freud, but modern psychodynamic psychotherapy has evolved significantly. Contemporary practitioners integrate attachment therapy, relational thinking, and neuroscience-informed perspectives. The focus is collaborative, reflective, and grounded in building a secure therapeutic relationship. 

Sessions usually involve open conversation. You are encouraged to speak freely about whatever feels important; thoughts, feelings, memories, dreams or recurring situations. Together, we explore patterns and emotional themes, gradually developing insight into how past experiences may be influencing present choices and relationships.

At its heart, psychodynamic therapy offers a space for you to slow down, reflect, and make sense of your inner world so that change feels possible, sustainable and authentic.