Some of the most powerful forces shaping our lives operate beneath the surface — patterns from the past, unresolved emotions, and beliefs about ourselves we may not even be aware of. Psychodynamic therapy helps you explore these deeper layers, build genuine self-understanding, and create lasting change from the inside out. At Evans Counseling Group, our therapists use psychodynamic approaches to help individuals work through depression, anxiety, relationship patterns, and the deeper roots of emotional struggles.
What is Psychodynamic Therapy?
Psychodynamic therapy is rooted in the idea that our present experiences, relationships, and emotional patterns are often shaped by past experiences — including ones we may not consciously remember or fully understand. By exploring these connections in a safe, supportive relationship with a therapist, clients develop deeper insight into themselves and greater freedom to live differently.
Psychodynamic therapy is effective for:
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Depression and persistent low mood
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Anxiety rooted in past experiences
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Relationship patterns that keep repeating
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Low self-esteem and self-worth
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Grief and loss
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Identity and meaning-making
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Trauma and difficult childhood experiences
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People who want deeper self-understanding
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Those who haven't found lasting relief from shorter-term approaches
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People seeking in-depth psychotherapy rather than short-term symptom management
How Our Denver Psychodynamic Therapists Work
Psychodynamic therapy at Evans Counseling Group is collaborative, exploratory, and deeply personalized. Unlike more structured approaches, psychodynamic therapy follows your lead — exploring what feels most significant and making connections between past and present at a pace that feels right for you.
Exploring the Past Understanding how early experiences, relationships, and attachment patterns continue to influence how you think, feel, and relate to others today.
Uncovering Patterns Identifying recurring emotional and relational patterns — often ones that have been present for so long they feel like just "who you are" rather than something that can change.
Building Insight Developing genuine understanding of your inner world — not just intellectually, but emotionally — so that change happens at a deeper level than behavior alone.
Long-term Growth Psychodynamic therapy tends to be longer-term than other approaches, creating space for the kind of deep, lasting change that goes beyond symptom relief.
Your therapist will work with you to find the right approach — never a one-size-fits-all solution.
Psychodynamic Therapy in Denver
Evans Counseling Group offers psychodynamic therapy at our Cherry Creek and Highlands locations in Denver, as well as via telehealth across Colorado. We accept most major insurance plans including Medicaid — making quality mental health care accessible for Denver individuals and families.
If you're looking for more than symptom management and want to understand yourself more deeply for lasting change — psychodynamic therapy could be good fit.
Common Questions About Psychodynamic Therapy
What is psychodynamic therapy used for?
How is psychodynamic therapy different from CBT?
CBT is structured, shorter-term, and focused on changing specific thoughts and behaviors. Psychodynamic therapy is more exploratory and longer-term — focused on building insight into deeper emotional patterns and their roots in past experience. Both are effective; your therapist can help determine which fits your needs.
Is psychodynamic therapy effective for depression?
Yes. Research consistently supports psychodynamic therapy as an effective treatment for depression, particularly for people with longstanding patterns of low mood or depression rooted in past experiences and relationships.
Does insurance cover psychodynamic therapy in Denver?
Yes. Evans Counseling Group accepts most major insurance plans including Medicaid. Contact us to verify your specific coverage.
Do you offer online psychodynamic therapy?
Yes. We offer telehealth psychodynamic therapy sessions for clients across Colorado. Online psychodynamic therapy is effective and provides the same depth of exploration as in-person work.