Break Free from Old Patterns and Create Lasting Change
Psychodynamic therapy is a form of talk therapy that helps uncover the deeper patterns, emotions, and experiences that shape the way you think, feel and relate to others. Many of the struggles we face such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or self esteem issues (hello imposter syndrome) can be influenced by unconscious processes and past experiences we may not be fully aware of.
In our work together, I will help you explore these underlying themes in a safe, supportive and non judgmental space. By bringing awareness to what is beneath the surface, you can begin to understand yourself more fully, break free from old patterns, and create lasting change.
I Offer Psychodynamic Therapy in Chicago
What to expect in psychodynamic therapy:
- Exploration of your story: We will look at your life history, relationships, and past experiences to understand how they may influence your present struggles.
- Uncovering patterns: Together we will notice recurring themes in you feelings, behaviors and relationships
- Making the unconscious conscious: we will gently bring hidden thoughts, feelings and motivations to light so you can better understand yourself.
- Building self awareness: with insight, you will gain a clearer sense of who you are and how to make intentional choices.
Psychodynamic therapy can help you:
- Understand and work through unresolved emotions
- Improve your relationships and communication
- Feel more grounded and authentic in your daily life
- Develop self compassion and inner resilience
- Create long term change, not just quick fixes
Therapy Works Best as a Collaborative Process
While the therapist offers guidance, insight, and a safe space for exploration, your active involvement is what makes the work meaningful and effective.
Your role as the client may include:
- Showing up with openness: Coming to sessions with a willingness to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences—even the ones that may feel uncomfortable or difficult to talk about.
- Sharing honestly: Being as open as you can about what’s on your mind, including your hopes, struggles, and fears. Therapy is a place where you don’t have to filter yourself.
- Reflecting between sessions: Often, the most powerful changes happen between meetings. Taking time to notice patterns, reflect on insights, or even jot down thoughts can deepen the work.
- Practicing patience: Growth and change in therapy are gradual. It’s normal to feel ups and downs along the way, and sticking with the process is part of the healing journey.
- Giving feedback: Letting your therapist know what feels helpful (or unhelpful) in the process helps shape therapy so it truly meets your needs.
- Engaging in self-compassion: Therapy often brings up vulnerable emotions. Part of your role is to treat yourself with kindness and curiosity rather than judgment.
