Therapy Techniques

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the gold standard for treating mental health conditions, especially among adolescents (Kendall, 1993). Adolescence is marked by many physical, emotional, and social changes, making it…

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is based on psychoanalytic theory, which explores unconscious processes and past experiences to understand present behavior. Psychodynamic psychotherapy emphasizes self-reflection, emotional insight, and the therapeutic relationship as tools…

Stress therapy, also known as stress management therapy, is a set of techniques to help clients reduce stress and better cope with stressful life events. Instead of eliminating stressors, this…

Strengths-based therapy prioritizes clients’ strengths, talents, and resources. Instead of focusing on problems, therapists help clients feel empowered by identifying what’s already working and building on that. This approach helps…

Picture this: your client is sitting in a classroom, staring at a test paper, and suddenly their mind goes completely blank. Their heart starts racing, palms are sweaty, and it…

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) helps clients understand how their relationships impact their emotional well-being and how their emotions affect their relationships. Unlike other therapeutic modalities, IPT is present-focused and targets the…

Do you ever feel stuck in a pattern with your clients, constantly feeling like you are concentrating on what's wrong instead of right? This is a common challenge in therapy,…

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) are two popular types of psychotherapy. They help individuals going through mental health challenges live healthier and more balanced lives. However,…