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WHAT IS PSYCHODYNAMIC THERAPY?
This type of therapy is based on applying basic concepts of psychoanalysis to specific problems. The process is adapted to each particular case, however it usually includes classical techniques of psychoanalysis such as free association, dream interpretation or the analysis of the resistance and transference. The goal is to redirect the person towards the "insight" and help him or her to understand the unconscious conflicts that cause their suffering and influence their behaviour, their thoughts and emotions.
IS THIS THERAPY WHAT YOU NEED?
Psychodynamic therapy is right for you if:
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You want a therapy focused on your current struggles, not just on treating the symptom, rather getting to it's roots.
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You want to have control over sessions and make your own way to the cure.
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You would like to understand situations of your childhood or to discover your unconscious processes.
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Your are interested in developing a link with your therapist and having an interpretation of your personal experiences.
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Your are willing to examine your conflicts and commit to the process of self-discovery.
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HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
A treatment can be a have a long or short duration depending on each specific case. For most patients, it is possible to apply the Habib Davanloo Model for Short Term Psychodynamic Therapy. Normally, each session lasts between 50 minutes and 1 hour but the user has the freedom to end a session at the time he wants.
HOW EXPENSIVE IS IT?
The treatment is charged per session and in most cases one session per week is required. The rate for a session in English is$80 in Individual or Child Psychotherapy and $120 in Couples or Family Consultation.