THE PSYCHODYNAMIC CIRCLE

Finally Making Sense of Psychodynamic Psychology

A growing library of workshops, book clubs, and a private podcast to translate confusing theory into AHA-moments. Beyond applications in psychotherapy and Freud.

$4.99 / MONTH $149 / YEAR

Exploring

Psychodynamic psychology is considered one of the most comprehensive sets of theories about human nature. Yet, it’s often underrated and misunderstood.

This is the place to learn what this school of though is about – without dogma.
Let’s demistify psychodynamic psychology and keep its perennial wisdom alive.

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WORKSHOPS

FOUNDATION
  • The Unconscious Mind: The Great Unknown Within
  • Defenses: Between Self-Deception and Protection
  • Where Thinking Ends: Free Association, Fantasy, and Dreams
  • Inner Conflict: The Human Dilemma
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  • Ideal Self: Tyrannical Shoulds and Longing for Paradise
  • Shadow: Hello Darkness, My Old Friend
  • Super-Ego: Understanding (and Befriending) Our Inner Critic
  • Me or You? Being “Selfish” vs. “Social”
  • The Need for Control and the Ability to Let Go
  • Self-Esteem: A Modern Tragedy in Three Acts
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BOOK CLUB

I know, I know… the jargon can be terrible. But before you give up on another psychodynamic book: Let me help you read them better. And if you don’t know what to read, here is inspiration for your Amazon wishlist.

NEXT UP: Freud’s “Mourning and Melancholia”

Archive: What we read before 🤓

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PRIVATE PODCAST

First they equate psychodynamics with Freud and then tell you it’s outdated and irrelevant. I call bullsh*t.

Ask away and let me answer curated questions in a private podcast to show you just how relevant it is.

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Who am I to tell you anything about this?

I’m Alina, a German psychologist and psychodynamic psychotherapist in training.

I still know what it’s like to understand nothing, nada, nichts. Meanwhile I have been teaching psychodynamic psychology on my YouTube channel for the past three years. People seem to enjoy my relaxed style (and calm voice apparently) – but judge for yourself.

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THE PSYCHODYNAMIC CIRCLE

$4.99/month

  • Foundational Workshops
  • Extended Workshops
  • Book Club (most recent)
  • Book Club (entire archive)
  • Private Podcast (most recent)
  • Private Podcast (entire archive)
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Annual

THE PSYCHODYNAMIC CIRCLE

$149/year

  • Foundational Workshops
  • Extended Workshops
  • Book Club (most recent)
  • Book Club (entire archive)
  • Private Podcast (most recent)
  • Private Podcast (entire archive)
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frequently asked questions

No! The Psychodynamic Circle is in no way, shape, or form a substitute for therapy. If you struggle with your mental health, please seek help from a licensed professional in your area. This offer is for educational purposes surounding psychodynamic psychology only and does not constitute mental health care.

After you signed up and paid, you will be able to login with your email and chosen password. Then the “Workshop”, “Book Club”, and “Private Podcast” navigation options will be unlocked for you.

No. You can suggest quetions for me to answer but there is no guarantee yours will get answered. Depending on how many questions I receive for the month, I might have to curate and only answer the most frequent or interesting ones.

There is a 14-day money back guarantee. To ask for a refund, email me at alina@psychodynamicpsychology.com

THE PSYCHODYNAMIC CIRCLE

A growing library of workshops, book clubs, and a private podcast to translate confusing theory into AHA-moments.

Join Now
WORKSHOPS

Exploring the Unconscious Mind

Psychodynamic psychology is considered one of the most comprehensive sets of theories about human nature. Yet, it’s the most underrated and misunderstood psychology. We will cover the most relevant concepts and ideas to introduce you to psychodynamic thinking. As short and simple as possible, as long and complex as necessary.

FOUNDATION
  • The Unconscious Mind: The Great Unknown Within
  • Defenses: Protective Armour or Self-Deception?
  • Free Association, Fantasy, and Dreams: Where Thinking Ends
  • Inner Conflict: Ambivalence My Old Friend
EXCLUSIVE annual subscription only (coming soon!)
  • Ideal Self: Tyrannical Shoulds and Longing for Paradise
  • Shadow: Hello Darkness, My Old Friend
  • Super-Ego: Understanding (and Befriending) Our Inner Critic
  • Autonomy vs. Belonging: Me or You? “Selfish” vs. “Social” Needs
  • Control vs. Devotion: On Omnipotence and Trust
  • Self-Esteem: A Modern Tragedy. How It’s Built, Maintained, and Lost
BOOK CLUB

Discover the Most Underrated Psychology

I know, I know… the jargon can be terrible. But don’t give up on another psychodynamic book. Let’s read them together instead! You bring your questions and I clarify what I can. And if you don’t know what to read, this list will be your treasure chest of knowledge.

  • Sigmund Freud: Mourning and Melancholia
  • Karen Horney: Self-Analysis
PRIVATE PODCAST

It Has Never Been More Relevant

First they equate psychodynamics with Freud and then tell you it’s outdated and irrelevant. I call bullsh*it.
Let me curate your questions in my private podcast and show you just how relevant it is. Beyond Freud and psychotherapy.