Psychodynamic therapy approaches emotional numbness with curiosity rather than urgency. The numbness exists for a reason, and the therapeutic process begins by respecting that reason rather than trying to dismantle the defense before the patient is ready. Over time, within the safety of the therapeutic relationship, the patient's emotional system begins to register small responses: a flicker of irritation, a moment of warmth, a trace of sadness that appears and then recedes. These small responses are the beginning of emotional reactivation, and they are treated as significant rather than inadequate.
Dr. David Steinbok provides psychodynamic psychotherapy from his Boca Raton, Florida office, serving adults from Deerfield Beach and throughout South Florida. His private-pay practice offers complete privacy with no receptionist and monthly statements for out-of-network insurance purposes. To schedule an initial session, call (561) 362-9952.
