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What is Psychotherapy?
Problems helped by psychotherapy include difficulties in coping with daily life; the impact of trauma, medical illness or loss, like the death of a loved one; and specific mental disorders, like depression or anxiety. There are several different types of psychotherapy and some types may work better with certain problems or issues. Psychotherapy may be used in combination with medication or other therapies.
The duration of psychotherapy can vary depending on the individual and the nature of their mental health concerns. Some individuals may find relief after just a few sessions, while others may require long-term treatment to achieve lasting change.
Types of PSYCHOTHERAPTY
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
- Dialectical behavior Therapy
- Psychodynamic therapy
- Psychoanalysis
- Supportive Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change thinking and behavior patterns that are harmful or ineffective, replacing them with more accurate thoughts and functional behaviors. It can help a person focus on current problems and how to solve them. It often involves practicing new skills in the “real world.”
CBT can be helpful in treating a variety of disorders, including depression, anxiety, trauma related disorders, and eating disorders. For example, CBT can help a person with depression recognize and change negative thought patterns or behaviors that are contributing to the depression.
Interpersonal therapy (IPT) is a short-term form of treatment. It helps patients understand underlying interpersonal issues that are troublesome, like unresolved grief, changes in social or work roles, also conflicts with significant others, and problems relating to others.
It can help people learn healthy ways to express emotions and ways to improve communication and how they relate to others. It is most often used to treat depression.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Psychodynamic therapy is based on the idea that behavior and mental well-being are influenced by childhood experiences and inappropriate repetitive thoughts or feelings that are unconscious (outside of the person’s awareness). A person works with the therapist to improve self-awareness and to change old patterns so he/she can more fully take charge of his/her life.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychoanalysis is a more intensive form of psychodynamic therapy. Sessions are typically conducted three or more times a week. The therapist helps the individual explore their unconscious thoughts and emotions. While effective, it may not be the best fit for everyone.
Supportive Therapy
Supportive therapy uses guidance and encouragement to help patients develop their own resources. It helps build self-esteem, reduce anxiety, strengthen coping mechanisms, and improve social and community functioning. Supportive psychotherapy helps patients deal with issues related to their mental health conditions which in turn affect the rest of their lives.
