Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A structured, goal-oriented approach aimed at identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns, beliefs, and behaviors. Developed by Aaron Beck.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

A type of CBT designed to regulate emotions, reduce self-harm, and manage borderline personality disorder by balancing acceptance with change.

Behavioral Therapy

Focuses on modifying actions through conditioning, such as exposure therapy for phobias, where patients face fears in a safe environment.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Encourages accepting difficult thoughts and emotions rather than fighting them, while committing to behavior changes that align with personal values.

Psychodynamic Therapy

Focuses on uncovering unconscious meanings and motivations, often exploring past experiences and relationships to understand current issues.

Psychoanalysis

A more intensive, traditional approach that delves deeply into the unconscious mind to resolve long-standing personality and emotional problems. Developed by Sigmund Freud

Person-Centered Therapy

A non-directive approach that provides a supportive, non-judgmental environment, allowing clients to discover their own solutions. Developed by Carl Rogers.

Gestalt Therapy

Focuses on the present moment ("here and now") and increasing self-awareness, often using role-playing to address unresolved issues. Developed by Fritz Perls

Existential Therapy

Focuses on finding meaning, freedom, and addressing "ultimate concerns" like responsiblity, isolation, purpose, and death.

Family/Systemic Therapy

Treats the family unit as a system rather than just the individual to resolve issues in relationships.

Solution-focused Therapy

A goal-oriented, short-term approach that focuses on solutions rather than deep analysis of the problem.

Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy

An action-oriented, cognitive-behavioral approach that helps people identify and challenge irrational, rigid beliefs. Developed by Albert Ellis.