The Importance of Conscious Awareness in Psychotherapy

In this chapter, the speakers discuss the significance of being consciously aware of one's actions and motivations for true freedom of choice. They delve into the goals of psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, which emphasize understanding oneself deeply rather than changing in a specific way. The chapter highlights the distinction between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychoanalysis, focusing on CBT's scientific research commitment and psychoanalysis' emphasis on emotional experience.