Psychoanalysis is a form of psychological treatment based on the belief that unconscious feelings create problems in living, the development of symptoms, and problems in relationships. Psychoanalysis clarifies, and brings these feelings into awareness so they can be mastered in a more effective way. Successful psychoanalysis will improve work and love relationships. Psychoanalytic treatment includes a range of possibilities that are designed to meet client s needs. These include child and adolescent treatment and psychoanalysis.
Psychoanalysis is the most comprehensive form of treatment.
The person is seen three times per week, for at least two years. The frequency of treatment facilitates a safe and trusting relationship between analyst and patient. Together the patient and analyst decide on what aspects of the person s life should be discussed. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy at once or twice a week is also available. After a period of time in psychotherapy, if the person and the therapist agree, treatment may be changed to psychoanalysis.