Psychodynamic Psychiatrists in Edina, MN

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Dr. Gamze Balci
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Edina, MN 55435
I am also an integrative psychotherapist; applying psychodynamic theories, offering neuroscientific insights, and crafting customized action plans to assist in managing behaviors, thoughts, and emotions.
Ever wished your doctor would spend more time with you? Understand your unique challenges and delve into identifying the root causes, rather than just prescribing medications? How about having a healthcare partner who helps enhance your emotional stability while improving your overall physical health? Well, you've come to the right place! Our educational system efficiently molds us into diligent workers for societal roles yet falls short in offering personalized guidance on crafting a fulfilling life while sustaining physical and emotional well-being. I am here to bridge that gap in your life.
I am also an integrative psychotherapist; applying psychodynamic theories, offering neuroscientific insights, and crafting customized action plans to assist in managing behaviors, thoughts, and emotions.
Ever wished your doctor would spend more time with you? Understand your unique challenges and delve into identifying the root causes, rather than just prescribing medications? How about having a healthcare partner who helps enhance your emotional stability while improving your overall physical health? Well, you've come to the right place! Our educational system efficiently molds us into diligent workers for societal roles yet falls short in offering personalized guidance on crafting a fulfilling life while sustaining physical and emotional well-being. I am here to bridge that gap in your life.
(952) 800-7741 View (952) 800-7741
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Bruno Perossa
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55410
I largely manage medications but have few slots for patients, especially physicians, that are struggling with existential crisis, burn out, intergenerational trauma looking for weekly psychodynamic therapy & med management.
The Physician's Psychiatrist. Frustrated that you or your child is not getting optimal mental health treatment or direct care with your doctor? Burned out and struggling, looking for discreet medication management and therapy? I am a Mayo Clinic trained, child/adolescent and adult psychiatrist providing tailored care for individuals struggling with an array of challenges from depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, trauma through an integrative lens offering medication management. Email to set up a 15 minute chat instead of calling. I am out of network with insurance but can provide bills for potential reimbursement of OON benefits.
I largely manage medications but have few slots for patients, especially physicians, that are struggling with existential crisis, burn out, intergenerational trauma looking for weekly psychodynamic therapy & med management.
The Physician's Psychiatrist. Frustrated that you or your child is not getting optimal mental health treatment or direct care with your doctor? Burned out and struggling, looking for discreet medication management and therapy? I am a Mayo Clinic trained, child/adolescent and adult psychiatrist providing tailored care for individuals struggling with an array of challenges from depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, trauma through an integrative lens offering medication management. Email to set up a 15 minute chat instead of calling. I am out of network with insurance but can provide bills for potential reimbursement of OON benefits.
(651) 240-2858 View (651) 240-2858
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Alfredo Massa
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55435
Navigating the mental health world can be very difficult. Let me help you. I believe that building a trusting relationship with your provider can help you move forward and improve your quality of life. Easier said than done but the more you try the more successful you will be. After finishing medical school, I went through psychiatric training in New York and then completed a fellowship in addiction psychiatry at Yale University. I have been practicing 15 + years, hold board certifications in both general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry and have an active license to practice medicine in MN, WI and OH.
Navigating the mental health world can be very difficult. Let me help you. I believe that building a trusting relationship with your provider can help you move forward and improve your quality of life. Easier said than done but the more you try the more successful you will be. After finishing medical school, I went through psychiatric training in New York and then completed a fellowship in addiction psychiatry at Yale University. I have been practicing 15 + years, hold board certifications in both general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry and have an active license to practice medicine in MN, WI and OH.
(952) 260-6343 View (952) 260-6343
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MacKenzie Kampa
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55439
You may have anxiety, depression, stress, or sleep issues. You may want or need medicine & wonder if there are other options, too. You want to work with someone who will actually listen to you. Many individuals I work with are in a perinatal or parenting stage of life. Most are interested in adding natural remedies for mental health and a warmer psychiatric experience. If you are interested in science-backed natural alternatives to medications and want psychiatric care that offers both medicine and natural treatments, I can help. I use evidence-based treatments (both pharmaceuticals and supplements) Learn more at www.reveriemh.com.
You may have anxiety, depression, stress, or sleep issues. You may want or need medicine & wonder if there are other options, too. You want to work with someone who will actually listen to you. Many individuals I work with are in a perinatal or parenting stage of life. Most are interested in adding natural remedies for mental health and a warmer psychiatric experience. If you are interested in science-backed natural alternatives to medications and want psychiatric care that offers both medicine and natural treatments, I can help. I use evidence-based treatments (both pharmaceuticals and supplements) Learn more at www.reveriemh.com.
(952) 243-4838 View (952) 243-4838

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Jeanne Bailey
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Medication may facilitate and augment psychotherapy, but psychodynamic psychotherapy has been shown to have longer term benefits.
In my 36 years of work with individuals, clinicians and students, I am convinced that sorting through feelings of pain, distress or numbness, is best helped by exploring these difficulties with a reflective partner who understands the preciousness of opening up. This partnership can discover and illuminate parts of you, which enhances the unique interplay of your thoughts, feelings and experiences. These discoveries help you develop better tools for a richer life. Private pay. I am a Graduate of Rush Medical School, Northwestern University Medical School-Psychiatry and the Institute for Psychoanalysis- Chicago.
Medication may facilitate and augment psychotherapy, but psychodynamic psychotherapy has been shown to have longer term benefits.
In my 36 years of work with individuals, clinicians and students, I am convinced that sorting through feelings of pain, distress or numbness, is best helped by exploring these difficulties with a reflective partner who understands the preciousness of opening up. This partnership can discover and illuminate parts of you, which enhances the unique interplay of your thoughts, feelings and experiences. These discoveries help you develop better tools for a richer life. Private pay. I am a Graduate of Rush Medical School, Northwestern University Medical School-Psychiatry and the Institute for Psychoanalysis- Chicago.
(952) 388-2364 View (952) 388-2364
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Svetlana Simovic
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55402
My services include evaluation, diagnosis, and wide-ranging treatment approaches, including medications, patient education, psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and psychoanalysis.
I am a board-certified, Mayo Clinic trained psychiatrist and a psychotherapist. My psychoanalytic training enables me to help patients both with their immediate symptoms and with underlying issues. These underlying issues, while not always obvious, can greatly contribute to and sometimes even be the cause of the presenting symptoms. This approach helps patients address their problems in a more comprehensive and lasting way; it helps them grow and become more content, productive and creative individuals.
My services include evaluation, diagnosis, and wide-ranging treatment approaches, including medications, patient education, psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and psychoanalysis.
I am a board-certified, Mayo Clinic trained psychiatrist and a psychotherapist. My psychoanalytic training enables me to help patients both with their immediate symptoms and with underlying issues. These underlying issues, while not always obvious, can greatly contribute to and sometimes even be the cause of the presenting symptoms. This approach helps patients address their problems in a more comprehensive and lasting way; it helps them grow and become more content, productive and creative individuals.
(612) 326-9598 View (612) 326-9598
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Nicole Burkette Ikebata
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
Wayzata, MN 55391
Therapeutic interventions include cognitive behavior therapy, supportive therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.
At Maple Psychiatry, I help children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with self acceptance, worry, irritability, sadness and difficulty in relationships who crave change for themselves. If you are creative and open to trying new things in order to change and grow, we will work great together!
Therapeutic interventions include cognitive behavior therapy, supportive therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.
At Maple Psychiatry, I help children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with self acceptance, worry, irritability, sadness and difficulty in relationships who crave change for themselves. If you are creative and open to trying new things in order to change and grow, we will work great together!
(763) 402-9348 View (763) 402-9348
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Dr. Anne Phan-Huy
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Dr. Phan-Huy treats adults of all walks of life. Backed by medical and specialty training from the University of Michigan coupled with broad clinical experience, she provides bespoke care for various psychiatric concerns, including anxiety, OCD, depression, bipolar disorder and trauma-related disorders. Her treatment philosophy is to combine medication where indicated with psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. This integrative approach sets the foundation for healing and life-long well-being.
Dr. Phan-Huy treats adults of all walks of life. Backed by medical and specialty training from the University of Michigan coupled with broad clinical experience, she provides bespoke care for various psychiatric concerns, including anxiety, OCD, depression, bipolar disorder and trauma-related disorders. Her treatment philosophy is to combine medication where indicated with psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. This integrative approach sets the foundation for healing and life-long well-being.
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Stephen Byrd
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55437
Dr. Stephen Byrd is a clinical psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He is board-certified in both psychiatry and addiction medicine. He has been practicing for over 31 years in a wide variety of settings including work with inpatients and outpatients in private practice, community mental health, geriatric, VA, and community hospital/medical center settings. Dr. Byrd's practice focuses on evidence-based medication management usually provided in conjunction with 30- minute supportive psychotherapy informed by cognitive behavior therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy and motivational enhancement.
Dr. Stephen Byrd is a clinical psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He is board-certified in both psychiatry and addiction medicine. He has been practicing for over 31 years in a wide variety of settings including work with inpatients and outpatients in private practice, community mental health, geriatric, VA, and community hospital/medical center settings. Dr. Byrd's practice focuses on evidence-based medication management usually provided in conjunction with 30- minute supportive psychotherapy informed by cognitive behavior therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy and motivational enhancement.
(833) 351-8255 View (833) 351-8255
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Lyuba Megits
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
For those patients stuck in a cycle of not feeling fully alive and simply trying to solve one problem after another, we would work together to find the underlying issue. These roots are often embedded in familial relationships. Those individuals who are able to look at this facet of their life, would likely find the best fit with my practice.
For those patients stuck in a cycle of not feeling fully alive and simply trying to solve one problem after another, we would work together to find the underlying issue. These roots are often embedded in familial relationships. Those individuals who are able to look at this facet of their life, would likely find the best fit with my practice.
(612) 712-5458 View (612) 712-5458
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Patterns Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55401  (Online Only)
NOW ACCEPTING new virtual patients with same-week appointments. The thought of being all alone in a negative cycle that may be a result of anxiety, trauma, depression, unhealthy coping skills, and/or environmental stressors can be daunting. The treatment for most mental illnesses is effective therapy. However, some need a little more than therapy. How would you know if you could benefit from medications? If you have been suffering for a long time in a limited and/or negative cycle, most likely your brain will need some help; the right psychotropic medication will help improve your symptoms.
NOW ACCEPTING new virtual patients with same-week appointments. The thought of being all alone in a negative cycle that may be a result of anxiety, trauma, depression, unhealthy coping skills, and/or environmental stressors can be daunting. The treatment for most mental illnesses is effective therapy. However, some need a little more than therapy. How would you know if you could benefit from medications? If you have been suffering for a long time in a limited and/or negative cycle, most likely your brain will need some help; the right psychotropic medication will help improve your symptoms.
(319) 220-6751 View (319) 220-6751
Photo of James C. Van Doren, MD, Psychiatrist in Edina, MN
James C. Van Doren, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Eden Prairie, MN 55344  (Online Only)
Dr. Van Doren is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience. Patients can connect quickly through a secure chat on my patient portal, ensuring concierge-level service and accessibility. I provide comprehensive treatment by using medication management with psychotherapy in a holistic approach, recognizing the unique life experiences of each patient.
Dr. Van Doren is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience. Patients can connect quickly through a secure chat on my patient portal, ensuring concierge-level service and accessibility. I provide comprehensive treatment by using medication management with psychotherapy in a holistic approach, recognizing the unique life experiences of each patient.
(763) 402-9150 View (763) 402-9150
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Michael Moore
Psychiatrist, MD, FABP
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55402
I am board certified in adult psychiatry, child psychiatry, and psychoanalysis. I offer psychoanalytic treatment, ranging from weekly psychoanalytic psychotherapy to psychoanalysis. I prescribe medications to help patients feel good enough to engage more fully in their lives and therapy. The benefits of such treatment not just symptom alleviation, but permanent desired changes and expanded self-knowledge that improve the quality and depth of one's life. Psychoanalytic treatment is aimed towards permanent improvement and improved mental and physical health. It leads to expanded possibilities in relationships and work and an increased sense of agency in one's life.
I am board certified in adult psychiatry, child psychiatry, and psychoanalysis. I offer psychoanalytic treatment, ranging from weekly psychoanalytic psychotherapy to psychoanalysis. I prescribe medications to help patients feel good enough to engage more fully in their lives and therapy. The benefits of such treatment not just symptom alleviation, but permanent desired changes and expanded self-knowledge that improve the quality and depth of one's life. Psychoanalytic treatment is aimed towards permanent improvement and improved mental and physical health. It leads to expanded possibilities in relationships and work and an increased sense of agency in one's life.
(612) 294-7628 View (612) 294-7628
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Dr. Jose Rengifo
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Dr Rengifo is a Harvard trained board-certified psychiatrist who has expertise in medical education and diagnosing & treatment of various psychiatric conditions in adults. He completed his education at Cornell University and Rush Medical College as well as completing a psychiatry residency at Cambridge Health Alliance/Harvard Medical School. Most recently, he has an appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor in Psychiatry through Brown Medical School in Providence, RI with several teaching awards. Dr Rengifo brings a passion for teaching and excellent beside manner to all his patients.
Dr Rengifo is a Harvard trained board-certified psychiatrist who has expertise in medical education and diagnosing & treatment of various psychiatric conditions in adults. He completed his education at Cornell University and Rush Medical College as well as completing a psychiatry residency at Cambridge Health Alliance/Harvard Medical School. Most recently, he has an appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor in Psychiatry through Brown Medical School in Providence, RI with several teaching awards. Dr Rengifo brings a passion for teaching and excellent beside manner to all his patients.
(612) 482-7011 View (612) 482-7011
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Dr. Dana Eason
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, MN 55425
Now offering ADHD testing! Facing life’s challenges are difficult enough without struggling to find a provider that will take the time to listen & partner with you in your care. Well, search no more! Dr. Dana believes providing compassion & building a strong rapport are the foundations to creating a trusting partnership. She doesn't believe in "cookie cutter" approaches. Rather, Dr. Dana considers several interventions to help you achieve an optimal quality of life based on your specific needs & stressors: psychotherapy, psychotropic medication & integrative psychiatry (e.g. herbs, supplements, essential oils, plant-based medicine).
Now offering ADHD testing! Facing life’s challenges are difficult enough without struggling to find a provider that will take the time to listen & partner with you in your care. Well, search no more! Dr. Dana believes providing compassion & building a strong rapport are the foundations to creating a trusting partnership. She doesn't believe in "cookie cutter" approaches. Rather, Dr. Dana considers several interventions to help you achieve an optimal quality of life based on your specific needs & stressors: psychotherapy, psychotropic medication & integrative psychiatry (e.g. herbs, supplements, essential oils, plant-based medicine).
(248) 710-0775 View (248) 710-0775
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Pamela M North
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55414
As an MD, I am able to prescribe medication. My initial evaluation includes a treatment plan for therapy, as well as medication and other traditional and nontraditional techniques. I am a solution oriented therapist and I use patient's strengths to meet their goals. The integration of body, mind and spirit is necessary when treating the emotional concerns of my patients. I work with all addictions and provide relapse prevention education. I treat all traditional psychiatric disorders in addition to; working with patients that are dealing with loss, difficult life transitions, chronic illnesses and relationship issues.
As an MD, I am able to prescribe medication. My initial evaluation includes a treatment plan for therapy, as well as medication and other traditional and nontraditional techniques. I am a solution oriented therapist and I use patient's strengths to meet their goals. The integration of body, mind and spirit is necessary when treating the emotional concerns of my patients. I work with all addictions and provide relapse prevention education. I treat all traditional psychiatric disorders in addition to; working with patients that are dealing with loss, difficult life transitions, chronic illnesses and relationship issues.
(651) 615-3968 View (651) 615-3968
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AIM Psychiatric Mental Health Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, MSN, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, MN 55437  (Online Only)
Do you sometimes think "is this feeling normal"? Do you wonder why it is so difficult to concentrate, or why you are so easily distracted? Do you struggle with the motivation to "get up and go" each morning and find yourself irritable or tearful for no apparent reason? Having trouble sleeping because you can't seem to "shut off" your brain? Feeling anxious or on edge? Or is your child struggling in school due to lack of focus, concentration or impulsiveness? Is your child displaying disobedience at home and school? Is your teen more moody than the average teen? You don't need to navigate these challenges alone. We want to help!
Do you sometimes think "is this feeling normal"? Do you wonder why it is so difficult to concentrate, or why you are so easily distracted? Do you struggle with the motivation to "get up and go" each morning and find yourself irritable or tearful for no apparent reason? Having trouble sleeping because you can't seem to "shut off" your brain? Feeling anxious or on edge? Or is your child struggling in school due to lack of focus, concentration or impulsiveness? Is your child displaying disobedience at home and school? Is your teen more moody than the average teen? You don't need to navigate these challenges alone. We want to help!
(952) 234-7153 View (952) 234-7153
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Justin Capote
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55400
Waitlist for new clients
I am a board certified psychiatrist specializing in both adult psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine. My areas of particular interest and expertise include medication simplification, issues related to chronic illness and death anxiety, as well as broader issues related to anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma, anger, and relationships. My approach in session is largely integrative, heavily informed by psychoanalytic, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and relational life therapy concepts. I am a member of the Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry and have been recognized as one of New Jersey's Best in Medicine.
I am a board certified psychiatrist specializing in both adult psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine. My areas of particular interest and expertise include medication simplification, issues related to chronic illness and death anxiety, as well as broader issues related to anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma, anger, and relationships. My approach in session is largely integrative, heavily informed by psychoanalytic, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and relational life therapy concepts. I am a member of the Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry and have been recognized as one of New Jersey's Best in Medicine.
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Patterns Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Often, the struggle of feeling alone in a thought pattern cycle leads to isolation, hopelessness, loneliness, worry, and sometimes, addiction. Relationships, work performance, values, and goals suffer as a result of unaddressed negative patterns. The treatment for most mental illnesses is seeking effective therapy. However, some need a little more than therapy. How would you know if you could benefit from medications? If you have been suffering for a long time in a limited and/or negative cycle, most likely your brain will need some help; the right, safe, psychotropic medication plus therapy will help improve your symptoms.
Often, the struggle of feeling alone in a thought pattern cycle leads to isolation, hopelessness, loneliness, worry, and sometimes, addiction. Relationships, work performance, values, and goals suffer as a result of unaddressed negative patterns. The treatment for most mental illnesses is seeking effective therapy. However, some need a little more than therapy. How would you know if you could benefit from medications? If you have been suffering for a long time in a limited and/or negative cycle, most likely your brain will need some help; the right, safe, psychotropic medication plus therapy will help improve your symptoms.
(763) 878-6530 View (763) 878-6530
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Dileep Borra
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55404
My clinic is named Being You Mental Health because I believe "being you" is a unique experience, and I feel honored to help my patients overcome barriers to becoming their most authentic and unique selves. I employ a strengths-based, patient-centered, and collaborative approach and I combine psychotherapy with psychiatric medication management (only if needed) to help my patients achieve the most improvement in their mental health and functioning. The electronic medical record I use is Luminello. Patients will have access to a patient portal (similar to mychart for epic) through which secure documents and messages can be exchanged
My clinic is named Being You Mental Health because I believe "being you" is a unique experience, and I feel honored to help my patients overcome barriers to becoming their most authentic and unique selves. I employ a strengths-based, patient-centered, and collaborative approach and I combine psychotherapy with psychiatric medication management (only if needed) to help my patients achieve the most improvement in their mental health and functioning. The electronic medical record I use is Luminello. Patients will have access to a patient portal (similar to mychart for epic) through which secure documents and messages can be exchanged
(608) 975-3292 View (608) 975-3292

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Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?

Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?

Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?

Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?

Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.