Therapists Practising Psychodynamic Therapy in India

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    Vandana Sharma

    Vandana Sharma

    Counselling Psychologist

    Vandana Sharma

    7 Years Exp. | Relationship Issues / Marriage | Couple's Therapy | Parenting | Anxiety | Depression

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    Prachi Naik

    Prachi Naik

    Counselling Psychologist

    Prachi Naik

    10 Years Exp. | Anxiety | Depression | Existential Concerns + Identity | Sexual Identity | Neurodivergence

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    Virakshi Garg

    Virakshi Garg

    Clinical Psychologist

    Virakshi Garg

    Dedicated clinical psychologist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem across ages

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    Anushmita Sen: Anxiety, Panic, Depression, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders Counselling Psychologist (Therapist) in Kolkata

    Anushmita Sen

    Counselling Psychologist

    Anushmita Sen

    Trauma-focused Counseling Psychologist blending eclectic therapies to promote healing and growth.

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    Atheena Prabhakaran: Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Panic, OCD, Depression Counselling Psychologist (Therapist) in Bangalore

    Atheena Prabhakaran

    Counselling Psychologist

    Atheena Prabhakaran

    Trauma-informed, queer-affirmative therapist dedicated to holistic healing and self-discovery

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    Saumya Gairola: Anxiety, Panic, OCD, Depression, Personality Disorders Clinical Psychologist (Therapist) in New Delhi

    Saumya Gairola

    Clinical Psychologist

    Saumya Gairola

    5 Years Exp. | Anxiety | Depression | Borderline Personality Disorder | Grief | Relationship Issues / Marriage

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    Rhea Koulgikar

    Rhea Koulgikar

    Counselling Psychologist

    Rhea Koulgikar

    1 Years Exp. | Anxiety | Depression | Trauma & PTSD | Anger & Emotional Regulation | Self Esteem & Imposter Syndrome

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    Neena George

    Neena George

    Counselling Psychologist

    Neena George

    4 Years Exp. | Anxiety | Relationship Issues / Marriage | Self Esteem & Imposter Syndrome | Grief | Anger & Emotional

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    Arushi Bradu

    Arushi Bradu

    Counselling Psychologist

    Arushi Bradu

    Expert in interpersonal relationships & emotional trauma with a relational, psychodynamic approach

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    Avanti Gupta

    Avanti Gupta

    Counselling Psychologist

    Avanti Gupta

    Specializes in relational trauma, grief, and gender & sexuality with a person-centered approach.

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    Vasudha Pruthi: Anxiety, Panic, OCD, Depression, Personality Disorders Counselling Psychologist (Therapist) in New Delhi

    Vasudha Pruthi

    Clinical Psychologist

    Vasudha Pruthi

    RCI-registered Clinical Psychologist | Psychodynamic & Emotionally Focused Therapy

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    Sanjoli Sakhuja: Anxiety, Panic, OCD, Relationship Issues, PTSD, Career Counselling Psychologist (Therapist) in Delhi

    Sanjoli Sakhuja

    Counselling Psychologist

    Sanjoli Sakhuja

    8 Years Exp. | Anxiety | Relationship Issues / Marriage | Anger & Emotional Regulation | Stress, Burnout & Overwhelm | Trauma

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    Archita Bhalotia

    Archita Bhalotia

    Counselling Psychologist

    Archita Bhalotia

    Provides integrated therapy with a focus on therapeutic alliance and compassionate support.

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    Mansi Chawla

    Mansi Chawla

    Counselling Psychologist

    Mansi Chawla

    Compassionate therapist with 10+ years’ experience in marriage, family, & relationship counselling.

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    Dr Vibha Goel

    Dr Vibha Goel

    Psychiatrist

    Dr Vibha Goel

    Empathetic psychiatrist offering evidence based care for individuals families and children

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    Dr Sonam Mehuriya

    Dr Sonam Mehuriya

    Psychiatrist

    Dr Sonam Mehuriya

    Psychiatrist experienced in anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD and trauma care across all age groups

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    Raag Malhotra

    Raag Malhotra

    Counselling Psychologist

    Raag Malhotra

    5 Years Exp. | Depression | Anxiety | Grief | Trauma & PTSD | Anger & Emotional Regulation

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    Aditi Lamba Srivastava

    Aditi Lamba Srivastava

    Counselling Psychologist

    Aditi Lamba Srivastava

    Certified Reiki healer & therapist helping with inner child healing, self-worth, and soulful growth.

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    Yashasvi Singla: Depression, Mood Disorders, Trauma, PTSD Counselling Psychologist (Therapist) in Gurgaon

    Yashasvi Singla

    Clinical Psychologist

    Yashasvi Singla

    2 Years Exp. | Anxiety | Psychosis & Schizophrenia Spectrum | Depression | OCD | Self Esteem & Imposter Syndrome

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    Sonakshi Pandey

    Sonakshi Pandey

    Counselling Psychologist

    Sonakshi Pandey

    5 Years Exp. | Relationship Issues / Marriage | Anger & Emotional Regulation | Career | Family Therapy | Child & Adolescent

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    Niharika

    Niharika

    Clinical Psychologist

    Niharika

    Works with grief, relationships, & childhood trauma using relational psychodynamic & queer-informed

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    Dr Rahul Latke

    Dr Rahul Latke

    Psychiatrist

    Dr Rahul Latke

    7+ yrs. exp. | Addiction Psychiatry | Sexual Health | Bio-Psycho-Social Care | Recovery-Focused Treatment

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    Dr Nidhi Kapadia

    Dr. Nidhi Kapadia

    Psychiatrist

    Dr. Nidhi Kapadia

    7+ yrs Psychiatrist | Anxiety | Depression | Mood Disorders | Geriatric Psychiatry | Psycho-oncology

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    Kashish Chhapru: Burnout, Stress, Identity, Confidence, Grief, Loss Counselling Psychologist (Therapist) in Bangalore

    Kashish Chhapru

    Counselling Psychologist

    Kashish Chhapru

    3 Years Exp. | Anxiety | Depression | Trauma & PTSD | Relationship Issues / Marriage | Stress, Burnout & Overwhelm

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Common Questions: Psychodynamic Therapy

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What is psychodynamic therapy, and how is it different from CBT?

Psychodynamic therapy helps you understand the deeper emotional forces that shape your thoughts and behaviours. It explores unconscious patterns, early experiences, and unresolved conflicts that influence your present life.

In contrast, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) focuses on present thoughts and behaviours. It teaches you to identify negative thinking patterns and actively challenge them. CBT helps you question a self-critical thought and replace it with a balanced one. The focus remains on symptom relief and practical coping skills.

Psychodynamic therapy explores where self-critical patterns began, how they formed, and why they still feel powerful. You recognise repeating patterns, understand emotional triggers, and respond with clarity. As your awareness grows, you gain more choice, stability, and confidence in how you relate to yourself and others.

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Can psychodynamic therapy help me understand unconscious patterns affecting my life?

Therapy for Psychodynamic therapy uncovers patterns that operate outside your conscious awareness. You may choose emotionally unavailable partners. You may hold yourself back even when you work hard. You may react to authority figures without fully understanding why. Therapists for psychodynamic therapy guide you in tracing these reactions back to earlier experiences. As you connect past influences with present behaviour, the pattern becomes clearer and easier to change.

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Will this therapy explore my childhood and past relationships?

Psychodynamic therapy looks at early life experiences that still affect your present struggles. You may talk about your childhood, your relationship with your parents. Or times you felt rejected. You might also explore early relationships or important experiences. Psychodynamic therapists help you see how these past experiences connect to your present feelings. The goal is understanding and clarity.

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How does psychodynamic therapy help with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues?

Psychodynamic therapy focuses on the deeper causes. Anxiety may be connected to fears you never fully processed. Depression may relate to anger or hurt you pushed aside. Ongoing relationship conflict may reflect early experiences of insecurity or rejection. Therapists for psychodynamic therapy help you recognise these hidden emotional layers. As you understand what drives your reactions, your symptoms often begin to ease

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Can a psychodynamic therapist help me understand the defense mechanisms I use?

We all use defense mechanisms, which are automatic psychological strategies the mind uses to protect us from emotional pain. They reduce discomfort in the short term. You might avoid difficult conversations to escape conflict. You might use humour to hide sadness. You might blame yourself quickly to prevent feeling angry at someone else. Psychodynamic therapy therapists help you notice these patterns as they happen.

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Other common questions

Will psychodynamic therapy address recurring patterns in my relationships?

Relationship patterns repeat in romantic partnerships friendships, and even at work. You may fear abandonment and become overly anxious. You may seek constant approval to feel secure. You may withdraw during conflict to protect yourself.

You might over-give to feel valued. hold back your true feelings, or avoid emotional closeness altogether. Therapists for psychodynamic therapy in India help you slow down and examine these repeating cycles. When you clearly see the pattern, you begin to change how you respond instead of repeating the same outcome.

How much does psychodynamic therapy cost in India?

Fees vary based on the therapist’s experience, training, and location. Psychodynamic Therapists charge moderate to higher fees depending on their qualifications and years of practice. Online sessions sometimes offer more flexible pricing options. You can book a session with psychodynamic therapy therapists to understand the session structure, frequency, and overall cost before making a decision.

Is online psychodynamic therapy effective?

Psychodynamic therapists online conduct structured and focused sessions. The depth of the work remains strong, even in a virtual setting. You explore your emotions, recurring patterns, and relationship experiences. You reflect on your reactions, hesitations, and insights as they emerge in session. People book 1:1 sessions with psychodynamic therapy therapists online for privacy, easier access, and consistent support from their own space

What is the difference between psychodynamic therapy and psychoanalysis?

Both approaches explore unconscious patterns, but they differ in structure and intensity.

  • Psychoanalysis: Psychoanalysis aims for a deep and comprehensive restructuring of personality. It explores early childhood experiences, unconscious conflicts, dreams, and fantasies in detail. The goal is broad character change and resolution of long-standing internal conflicts at their roots.
  • Psychodynamic Therapy: Psychodynamic therapy also explores unconscious patterns and early experiences. But it focuses more directly on current life problems. It connects past influences to present emotions, relationships, and decision-making. The goal is meaningful insight and emotional change that improves day-to-day functioning.

How long does psychodynamic therapy typically take

The duration depends on your goals and the depth of the patterns you want to explore. Some people attend for a few months to work on a specific concern. Others continue for a year or more to understand long-standing emotional or relationship themes. Some choose longer-term therapy for steady personal growth and deeper self-awareness. Progress grows through honesty, regular attendance, and a genuine willingness to reflect.

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