Many of us have experienced moments in our relationships where we feel misunderstood, overly reactive, or trapped in repeating patterns of conflict. Whether it’s with our children, our partners, or our peers, these moments can leave us feeling resentful, frustrated, and disconnected . Psychodynamic counseling offers a powerful way to address these challenges by helping us understand the root causes of our behaviors, perceptions, and emotional reactivity. By gaining insight into our past—particularly our early experiences with our parents/caregivers—we can start to make sense of why we react t