Topics in Psychotherapy Grounded in Depth Psychology

Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology

Understanding the Procedure: Basics, Process, and Applications

Brief articles on the concepts, methods, costs, and indications of depth psychology-based psychotherapy. This overview will guide you to the individual topics.

How much does depth psychology-based psychotherapy cost?

by Aris Hägermann

For those with public health insurance: nothing. For self-pay patients: about 100 euros per session. The difference lies in whether the provider is covered by public health insurance.

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Self-Awareness in Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology

by Aris Hägermann

120 mandatory hours in your own chair before anyone else sits in it. There's a good reason for that.

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Understanding the Unconscious: The Basic Idea Behind Depth Psychology

by Aris Hägermann

That part of our inner life that we cannot easily access, yet which still plays a role in our daily decisions.

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Depth Psychology and Psychoanalysis: What's the Difference?

by Aris Hägermann

Two terms that are often used interchangeably. The difference lies in frequency, posture, and sitting position.

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Methods of Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology

by Aris Hägermann

Clarification, interpretation, confrontation, support. Four techniques that make up the actual work.

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The Therapeutic Relationship as a Determinant of Outcome

by Aris Hägermann

About 10% of the therapeutic outcome can be explained by the relationship itself, not by the procedure.

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Transference and Countertransference: A Simple Explanation

by Aris Hägermann

Sometimes, for a moment, someone completely different sits in the therapist's chair. That is precisely where the value of this insight lies.

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Recognizing and Understanding Defense Mechanisms

by Aris Hägermann

Repression, projection, rationalization. These are not mistakes, but defensive reactions with a logical basis.

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The Goals of Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology

by Aris Hägermann

Relieving symptoms is just the beginning. The real goal lies one level deeper.

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Short-term or Long-term Therapy? An Explanation of the Options

by Aris Hägermann

12, 24, 60, or 100 hours. Which limit applies depends on more than just your own preference.

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Does health insurance cover psychotherapy based on depth psychology?

by Aris Hägermann

Yes. The TP is a guideline-based procedure. However, two requirements must be met.

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Who is depth psychology-based psychotherapy suitable for?

by Aris Hägermann

Depression, anxiety, somatoform disorders, personality disorders. And cases in which another treatment approach is more appropriate.

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Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology and Behavioral Therapy: The Difference

by Aris Hägermann

Unconscious conflicts or current behavior. Both approaches are recognized; they simply focus on different aspects.

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How effective is psychotherapy based on depth psychology?

by Aris Hägermann

Well-documented for depression and personality disorders, but less so for other disorders. A sober look at the research.

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Criticism of Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology

by Aris Hägermann

Difficult to standardize, evidence is incomplete in some areas, not suitable for everyone. An overview of the objections.

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Experiences with Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology

by Aris Hägermann

No homework, no worksheets. Unfamiliar to some at first, but for many, the real benefit later on.

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Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology for Depression

by Aris Hägermann

Depression not only as a symptom, but as an expression of conflicts surrounding autonomy, dependence, and self-worth.

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Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology for Anxiety Disorders

by Aris Hägermann

Anxiety as a sign of an internal conflict. What the S3 guideline says about this and when TP is an option.

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Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology for Trauma and PTSD

by Aris Hägermann

Trauma-focused approaches are the primary focus. However, relationship-oriented work still has a place in the treatment of complex trauma-related disorders.

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Psychotherapy Based on Depth Psychology for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

by Aris Hägermann

In this case, behavioral therapy with exposure is the treatment of choice. What cognitive-behavioral therapy can still contribute.

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