Different approaches to psychotherapy
Definitions of psychoanalysis, behavior, cognitive and integrative or holistic therapies.
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.
Group therapy is as effective as individual therapy, 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, …
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.
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.
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.
Not all PTSD therapies keep veterans in treatment, study warns
Nov 17, 2025 · Research shows nearly 26% of U.S. service members and veterans drop out of PTSD therapy, with trauma-focused treatments seeing the highest rates—highlighting the …
Narrative Therapy, Third Edition
This third edition of Narrative Therapy introduces psychologists, next generation practitioners, and veteran narrative therapists to a broad range of foundational ideas alongside the latest state-of …
The evidence against “conversion therapy”: Insights from …
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.
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 …