Introduction
The purpose of this paper is to explain the elements of Psychodynamic therapy.
We will discuss the fundamental key concepts, goals of therapy, therapy structure, role of the therapist, mechanisms of change, and influence.
Fundamental and Key Concepts
Psychodynamic therapy was born from psychoanalysis and has its roots on several fundamental key concepts. Many of the concepts are drawn from Freud’s work on sexual development, mechanisms of defense, dreams, transference and free association (Higdon et. al, 2012).
Goals of Therapy
The goals that the therapist wishes to impart on the client include personal insight, awareness about the precursors to current behaviors. In essence, psychodynamic therapy helps the individual review how their personal turmoil, interpersonal conflicts have contributed to current maladaptive behaviors (Higdon et. al, 2009).
Therapy Structure
Evaluation occurs on the initial visit. The therapist collaborates with the …show more content…
First, it serves to enhance my practice as a cognitive centered therapist. I consider it and adjunct to therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps the client focus on the distorted thoughts that contribute to mood. Whereas, psychodynamic therapy provides the client insight about the self-defense mechanisms that contribute to faulty thinking. In this way the two therapies work synergistically to help the client. Second, the insight gained by the client leads to long-term sustainable changes. The client experiences more satisfaction by knowing the mechanisms of action. Third, due to the nature of psychodynamic therapy, allowances are made for additional sessions. More time give the client an opportunity to become more integrated. In conclusion, we discussed the elements of Psychodynamic therapy to include fundamental key concepts, goals of therapy, therapy structure, role of the therapist, mechanisms of change, and
The purpose of this paper is to explain the elements of Psychodynamic therapy.
We will discuss the fundamental key concepts, goals of therapy, therapy structure, role of the therapist, mechanisms of change, and influence.
Fundamental and Key Concepts
Psychodynamic therapy was born from psychoanalysis and has its roots on several fundamental key concepts. Many of the concepts are drawn from Freud’s work on sexual development, mechanisms of defense, dreams, transference and free association (Higdon et. al, 2012).
Goals of Therapy
The goals that the therapist wishes to impart on the client include personal insight, awareness about the precursors to current behaviors. In essence, psychodynamic therapy helps the individual review how their personal turmoil, interpersonal conflicts have contributed to current maladaptive behaviors (Higdon et. al, 2009).
Therapy Structure
Evaluation occurs on the initial visit. The therapist collaborates with the …show more content…
First, it serves to enhance my practice as a cognitive centered therapist. I consider it and adjunct to therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps the client focus on the distorted thoughts that contribute to mood. Whereas, psychodynamic therapy provides the client insight about the self-defense mechanisms that contribute to faulty thinking. In this way the two therapies work synergistically to help the client. Second, the insight gained by the client leads to long-term sustainable changes. The client experiences more satisfaction by knowing the mechanisms of action. Third, due to the nature of psychodynamic therapy, allowances are made for additional sessions. More time give the client an opportunity to become more integrated. In conclusion, we discussed the elements of Psychodynamic therapy to include fundamental key concepts, goals of therapy, therapy structure, role of the therapist, mechanisms of change, and