Modern psychodynamic therapy still focuses on exploring unconscious patterns and past experiences, but it tends to be more practical, flexible, and focused on present-day challenges. Instead of long-term analysis, modern approaches often involve shorter-term therapy with clear goals. Therapists use active conversation, direct feedback, and sometimes techniques from other therapies (like mindfulness or cognitive approaches) to help people gain insight and make changes. There’s also more focus on relationships—both past and present—helping clients recognise patterns in how they connect with others and develop healthier ways of relating.

Our psychologists and counsellors integrate psychodynamic principles with other evidence-based approaches, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) or schema therapy, to provide a more comprehensive and personalised treatment. As an example, our psychologists and counsellors may use CBT to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours in the present, while using a psychodynamic-informed approach to help uncover deeper emotional patterns and unconscious influences that shape these thoughts. This integration allows for both symptom relief and longer-last changes, helping clients break long-standing patterns, improve relationships, and create meaningful change. By blending structured techniques with insight-oriented exploration, therapy becomes a flexible and holistic process tailored to each individual's needs.

Speak to our friendly practice assistant about booking an appointment with a psychodynamic therapist.