Aberdeen Counselling

MA Hons Philosophy, C.S.S. PG Dip. Counselling,
MSc Counselling, BACP Registered & Accredited.

What is psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy?

A psychodynamic approach to counselling and psychotherapy is based on the view that:

• Feelings, thoughts and patterns of behaviour can be affected by unconscious motivations and reactions.
• That patterns of relationships in the past can be repeated and re-enacted in the present.

Reactions to the therapist and to the therapy can indicate past ways of relating and provide an opportunity for exploration.

Who benefits from psychodynamic counselling psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy and counselling can help people understand, explore and manage distress in their lives. I work with people who are often struggling with personal and/or work issues which have resulted in stress, depression, anxiety or anger.

Psychotherapy and counselling can help people understand, explore and manage distress in their lives. I work with people who are often struggling with personal and/or work issues which have resulted in stress, depression, anxiety or anger. 

In addition to struggling with personal life and work some people use counselling and psychotherapy because they are also experiencing physical symptoms such as headaches or problems with eating or sleeping.

Feelings that life is empty and meaningless, an endless struggle or out of control are common reasons for seeking psychotherapy.

Individuals do not have to be experiencing a crisis or have a diagnosed mental health problem to benefit from counselling and psychotherapy. Anyone can benefit from becoming more aware of how they see the world and interact with it in order to develop an ability to change.

Exploring concerns, thoughts and feelings with a qualified practitioner can aid personal development and lead to improvements in living a full life.