Psychodynamic psychotherapists, in particular, believe in the power of the unconscious mind. The unconscious is present in what we say and do as well as in our play, drawings, dreams, decisions, jokes and slips of the tongue (known as Freudian slips). The unconscious contains relics of past experiences, which continue to influence us in the present, often without our conscious awareness.
Becoming aware of the unconscious can enable us to manage our emotions and experiences, make safer choices, have healthier relationships, achieve better mental health and live happier, more rewarding lives.
Jeanine Connor © 2021 (update)