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  1. Understanding psychotherapy and how it works

    Nov 1, 2012 · Learn how to choose a psychologist, how therapy works, how long it lasts and what should and shouldn’t happen during psychotherapy.

  2. Psychotherapy - American Psychological Association (APA)

    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 reactions, …

  3. Different approaches to psychotherapy

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

  4. What is EMDR therapy and why is it used to treat PTSD?

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

  5. Improving treatment with role-playing games

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

  6. The benefits of better boundaries in clinical practice

    Jul 2, 2025 · For many psychologists, setting robust boundaries in clinical therapy practice is a vital skill often learned through difficult interactions with patients and colleagues.

  7. Group therapy is as effective as individual therapy, and more efficient ...

    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, groups are mostly …

  8. Can religion and spirituality have a place in therapy? Experts say yes

    Nov 1, 2023 · Most psychologists have little training on addressing spirituality and religion in therapy, but these resources can be a source of strength during challenging times.

  9. Treatments for PTSD

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

  10. Artificial intelligence in mental health care

    Nov 21, 2024 · How AI can be used in psychological practice to streamline administrative tasks, make workflows more efficient, and aid in clinical decision-making.