Homeopathy and psychotherapy – an ideal relationship

Homeopathy and psychodynamic psychotherapy are ideally combined for treating mental and psychosomatic diseases, as they have many similarities in theory, as well as in practical treatment.

Both are based on an etiological understanding as far as theoretical principles are concerned. In homeopathy as well as in psychodynamic psychotherapy the causes of the current disease are examined. In the context of homeopathy, a familial miasma, or a traumatic experience can cause a chronic disease. In psychodynamic therapies early childhood relationship-experiences are seen as the primary cause for the development of mental diseases.

In the practical treatment both methods are applied, individualized and with intense care. Ideally patients are treated holistically over long periods and they establish a strong relationship with their therapist.

Although there are many similarities, the differences between the methods must be made clear: A homeopathic treatment cannot replace psychotherapy, if there is an indication for it. Just as psychotherapy cannot always alleviate or heal the entire pathology of a severe mental or psychosomatic disease.

A combination of both methods can be most beneficially applied when one method reaches its limits. When this happens, homeopaths as well as psychotherapists, must know and respect the other party's method, in order to involve a colleague of the homeopathic or psychotherapeutical side. In many cases, a therapist knowing both methods can combine them. When dealing with patients suffering from an early childhood relationship-disorder, separate therapists should, however, be involved.

Homeopathy and psychotherapy can be successfully combined for the benefit of the patient.