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Introduction.
Sigmund Freud
Dean practices primarily as a psychodynamic counsellor.
Overview.
Psychodynamic counselling is derived from psychoanalysis and the work of Freud and subsequent psychoanalytic theorists. It is a way to understand how a person’s past has had an affect upon present day problems. It is also a way to understand human growth and development, which are major factors upon people’s lives. This, plus understanding unconscious matters such as defences (behaviours that are intended to protect us, but can end up getting in the way of ours lives), leads to a form of therapy that is accepting, empathic, understanding and helpful.
Use of Psychodynamic Counselling.
The counsellor respects how the client sees his/her real world, including the affect of any trauma, any differences in culture, sexuality, disability and any social context. In such a therapeutic containment, the therapist and client work together in their relationship to help the client build a better life for him/herself.
When combined with systemic counselling, Dean provides couple counselling that follows a “Milan” style of therapy. This helps a couple to discover what’s going on in their relationship. Once understanding begins to show, a couple becomes more free to make conscious choices about whether (or not) to change their relationship.
Recommended Reading Material.
Related Reading:
Skills in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy (Skills in Counselling & Psychotherapy Series)Offers an introduction to psychodynamic practice. This book addresses the competencies and techniques identified as central to the delivery of effective psychodynamic practice. It is suitable for trainees on psychodynamic counseling and psychotherapy courses.
Psychodynamic Counselling in Action (Counselling in Action series)Presents an introduction to the psychodynamic approach. This book describes the psychodynamic counselling process from initial meeting to the end of t... Read More >
