A psychotherapist asks his patient to lie on a couch and talk about anything that comes to mind, in the hope that her ramblings will eventually help her gain insight into her wishes, fears, repressed emotional conflicts, and the workings of her unconscious mind. This therapist is most likely a follower of ______.

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This psychotherapeutic technique of free association was developed by Sigmund Freud, who believed that exploring the unconscious mind was essential to resolving psychological conflicts and achieving emotional wellbeing.

A Psychotherapist Asks His Patient to Lie on a Couch