Modern Psychoanalytic Therapy
Modern psychoanalytic therapy is built on the work of Freud’s psychoanalysis, but it has been refined, reformed, and adapted to reach more people and be more helpful.
Updating Psychoanalyis Theory
Sigmund Freud theorized that human behavior is influenced by unconscious memories, thoughts, and urges. His ideas delve into the experiences of early childhood and have an emphasis on development through psychosexual stages.
In the 1950s, Hyman Spotnitz began to expand on Freud’s theory by focusing his efforts on treating people diagnosed with narcissism and schizophrenia. Until then, it was believed that psychoanalysis could not help these individuals. Hyman’s methods proved to be helpful for these conditions as well as a wide range of pathologies including:
- Anxiety
- Narcissism
- Schizophrenia
- Depression
- Trauma
- Low self-esteem
- Self destruction behavioral patterns
Thanks to the ever developing approach to psychoanalytic therapy, more people can better manage their mental health struggles and stress.
Difference Between Modern Psychoanalytic Therapy and Freudian Psychoanalysis
Modern psychoanalytic therapy is a talk therapy that encourages analysts to join your reality. This is different from the traditional approach which made the therapist an analyst only. The modern approach looks like a free flowing conversation with the therapist only interjecting on occasion. Psychoanalytic therapy continues to improve, it looks quite a bit different than it did in Freud’s day.
Emotional Communication
Modern psychoanalytic therapists understand that information is not the cure to mental health. You’re encouraged to talk about how you feel as you discover the emotions behind the truth.
The Client Becomes the Expert
Traditional psychoanalysis viewed the analyst as the expert. Modern psychoanalysis places you in the expert chair. You know your experiences best.
Narcissistic Transference
Narcissistic transference is when you begin to relate to your therapist as if they were part of your mind. This is important when dealing with aggressive thoughts.
Less About Libido
Modern psychoanalytic therapy deemphasized Freud’s theories about sexual development and focused on the social environment instead.
What We Treat
If you are struggling with your mental health, substance abuse, or both, we are here to help you regain control over your life. Our inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalization programs are designed to treat a wide variety of mental, behavioral, and co-occurring disorders in a comfortable setting.
Mental Health
We diagnose and treat a wide variety of mental health disorders, including trauma effects, dual diagnosis, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and codependency.
Addiction
Substance use disorders we treat include addiction to alcohol, opiates, fentanyl and prescription opioids, methamphetamine and other stimulants, benzodiazepines, cannabis, and other psychoactive substances.
Other Behavioral Health Concerns
A mental health crisis can be layered and confusing. If you don’t see your disorder listed—or don’t know exactly why you are struggling—reach out to us to see how we can help. We treat each client at Sequoia on a personal level, and we’re ready to help you overcome whatever you may be facing.
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