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Different Types of Psychotherapy
There are different types of psychotherapy as follows
BEHAVIORAL
Behavioral therapists believe that all behaviors are the result of an interplay of genetics and environment. Problem behaviors can be researched and potentially altered in isolation without having to examine other aspects of the inner mental state. Behavior modification is an outgrowth of this type of therapy and is now used as treatment for other types of psychotherapy as well.
BRIEF THERAPY
The term "brief therapy" describes a strategic and exploratory method that focuses on solutions not problems. Unlike approaches of other types of psychotherapy the therapist takes a proactive role in working with the client based on precision observation and may change treatment methods moment by moment as the need arises. The concern is to overcome the factors that sustain a given problem and prevent constructive change.
SYSTEMIC PSYCHOTHERAPY
Systemic psychotherapy or family psychotherapy studies and hopefully cures problems in the interaction of entire family units.
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By examining the family structure and behavior patterns the therapist works to promote understanding and to enhance communication. One hurdle in this type of work is that not all family members are always willing to participate. The normal duration of this kind of therapy is from five to twenty sessions.
How Does Psychotherapy Help?
In a supportive, expressive psychotherapy settings individuals can hope to explore issues in their lives that have caused them to develop painful and limiting coping measures. Through interpersonal psychotherapy, essentially "talk" sessions, the person is given the freedom to explore their reactions to various life situations and hopefully to learn new coping strategies or to move beyond past events that have prevented the forward movement of their life. In some instances of social anxiety, group psychotherapy may help a person learn to interact more effectively with others. There are many possible methods of treatment and settings in which it can occur.
A high level of comfort and trust is essential if the patient is to make progress.
Why Choose Psychotherapy Over Other Treatments?
Due to fears over side effects or the potential for addiction, many individuals do not want to take antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications. In reality the most effective approach to combating any such disorder is a combination of prescription medication and therapy. However, for anyone with a strong aversion to taking such drugs, psychotherapy will still offer insight, a degree of relief, and the hope that new methods of coping and reacting to life's challenges and problems can be learned.
A range of approaches from cognitive behavioral therapy to humanistic or supportive therapy is readily available to individuals suffering from issues of anxiety and depression. Psychotherapy for depression should not carry any social stigma or sense of embarrassment and can be a positive and life altering experience.
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