Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. It’s effective for anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Explores unconscious thoughts and past experiences to understand how they influence current behavior. Useful for deep-seated emotional issues.
Humanistic Therapy
Emphasises personal growth, self-actualisation, and the therapeutic relationship. Client-centred therapy fosters self-exploration and healing.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Combines CBT with mindfulness and emotional regulation techniques, particularly for individuals with borderline personality disorder and emotional dysregulation.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Focuses on accepting difficult emotions and living in accordance with one’s values, despite emotional distress. Used for anxiety, depression, and stress.
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication to reduce emotional distress. Commonly used for depression and relationship issues.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent relapse in depression and manage stress.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
A short-term, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on finding practical solutions to current problems rather than exploring past issues.
Exposure Therapy
Gradually exposes individuals to feared situations to reduce anxiety and avoidance behaviours, often used for phobias and PTSD.
Family Therapy
Involves working with families to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and address dysfunctional behaviours within the family unit.
Group Therapy
Involves therapy in a group setting where individuals can share experiences and support each other, often used for anxiety, depression, and addiction.
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Helps individuals and couples explore and regulate emotions to improve relationships and emotional well-being.
Narrative Therapy
Encourages individuals to rewrite their life story in a way that aligns with their values and strengths, helping to reframe challenges and identity issues.