Psychodynamic therapy is particularly effective for the pushing-away pattern because the pattern will show up in the therapeutic relationship itself. The patient does not need to describe their avoidance. They will eventually enact it, and when they do, the therapist and patient can examine it together in the moment it occurs. That real-time examination is far more productive than discussing past episodes of withdrawal after the fact, because it provides direct access to the internal experience that drives the behavior.
Dr. David Steinbok provides psychodynamic psychotherapy from his Boca Raton, Florida office. His practice is private-pay with monthly documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. The office has no receptionist and is designed for complete confidentiality. To schedule an initial appointment, call (561) 362-9952.
