Problem: A psychodynamic therapist's primary objective is to examine the underlying causes of a client's mental health problem in order to obtain a deeper understanding of their lives. Tim's mother's decision to remarry and only take his younger sisters with her contributed to his growing sense of sadness and dread of abandonment. That said, Tim's other problems, such as his suicidal ideas and marital problems, won't be entirely healed unless he decides to talk about his mother. It's crucial that the therapist has him talk about this specific problem.