Psychotherapy is any psychological service provided by a trained professional that primarily uses forms of communication and interaction to assess, diagnose, and treat dysfunctional emotional …

Definitions of psychoanalysis, behavior, cognitive and integrative or holistic therapies.

Nov 20, 2023 · Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing is a structured form of psychotherapy used to help patients with PTSD resolve upsetting memories.

Apr 1, 2025 · Using games like Dungeons and Dragons in group therapy shows promise for treating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and more.

Mar 1, 2023 · Group therapy sometimes gets short shrift. Viewed by some patients as second best to individual therapy and by some mental health professionals as intimidating to run, …

Four therapeutic interventions are strongly recommended, all of which are variations of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Three therapies and four medications received conditional …

Oct 7, 2025 · “Conversion therapy” claims to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity—but it’s based on the false and harmful idea that being LGBTQ+ is something to cure.

APA's Clinical Practice Guideline recommends seven psychotherapy interventions as well as a second-generation antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors—SSRIs—serotonin …

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychological treatment that has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression, anxiety disorders, …

Jul 1, 2025 · Key points Guidelines for treating PTSD and trauma are increasingly focusing on the broader context of the trauma and a wide array of symptoms and related outcomes a patient …