Most people who’ve looked into therapy have heard of cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT. It’s everywhere, and for good reason. But it’s far from the only option. Psychodynamic therapy, one of the oldest and most well-researched forms of talk therapy, takes a fundamentally different approach to understanding and treating psychological distress. For anyone weighing their options, understanding what sets psychodynamic therapy apart can make all the difference in finding the right fit.

A Different Starting Point

CBT and many other modern therapeutic approaches tend to focus on the present.… Read more