Treatment Methods
Overview
Studies continually show that the most important factor in successful therapy is how strong the therapeutic relationship is between the therapist and client, not what treatment methods the therapist uses.
However, a good therapist implements proven and effective treatment methods to assist their clients in overcoming their struggles.
Proven treatment methods are referred to as Evidence Based Practices (EBP), which essentially means that studies have been conducted to prove that the treatment methods actually improve or address issues they are designed for.
Below, you will find links for some of the most common EBP’s I use with my clients to address their issues.
Click on the name of the EBP to learn more. Please note that these links will take you to an external website. Additionally, my brief explanations are informed by information from the linked websites.
Evidenced Based Practices
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – A type of CBT. I like to utilize a part of this therapy that emphasizes the importance of what your values are, and connecting your values to your thoughts/behaviors.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy – This modality focuses more on the present and future, such as identifying a current problem and coming up with a solution to address said problem.
Trauma Informed Therapy – With this type of modality, the therapist keeps in mind that many experiences are inherently trauma-related. Thus, the therapist may explore with a client ways in which their current presenting issue(s) could be related to trauma, with the therapist providing education on ways in which trauma and other mental health related issues are often interconnected.
Psychodynamic Therapy – One of the older treatment modalities, but still helpful. This one explores much of the client’s past, as well the feelings one may experience while discussing their issues with their therapist.
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