Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT)

What is Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT)?

Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) is a structured form of short-term psychotherapy that focuses on improving emotional wellbeing by helping you understand how past relationship experiences affect the way you interact with others today.

DIT is based on the idea that early life experiences—especially those involving close relationships—can shape how we respond to people and emotions in the present. This therapy supports you in recognising patterns, exploring unresolved emotional conflicts, and finding healthier ways to manage your relationships and feelings.

What are the benefits of DIT?

• Self-awareness: Gain deeper insight into how your past shapes your present emotional responses.
• Improved relationships: Identify and change unhelpful patterns in the way you relate to others.
• Emotional resilience: Learn how to manage difficult feelings like anger, sadness, or anxiety more effectively.
• Better communication: Develop skills to express yourself more clearly and assertively in relationships.

DIT can be particularly helpful if your emotional struggles seem tied to relationship challenges, feelings of disconnection, or unresolved issues from the past.

What happens in a DIT session?

In therapy, you’ll work together with a trained therapist to:

• Pinpoint a key interpersonal issue that may be linked to your current difficulties
• Explore how past experiences might be influencing your emotions and relationships now
• Practice new ways of thinking and relating, both within and outside of therapy

This process can lead to a stronger sense of self, more satisfying relationships, and improved mental health.

Sessions typically follow a focused, time-limited structure and are adapted to suit your individual needs.

How do I access DIT support?

If you live in Derby or Derbyshire and are registered with a local GP, you can self-refer to our talking therapies service. Once referred, we’ll assess which type of therapy is right for you—and DIT may be one of the options we recommend based on your goals and symptoms.