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.
Different approaches to psychotherapy
Definitions of psychoanalysis, behavior, cognitive and integrative or holistic therapies.
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.
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.
Depression Treatments for Adults
APA's Clinical Practice Guideline recommends seven psychotherapy interventions as well as a second-generation antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors—SSRIs—serotonin …
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 …
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.
Technology is reshaping practice to expand psychology’s reach
Jan 1, 2025 · Leader encourages clinicians to experiment with the platform, which can be adapted for a variety of uses including sports psychology, end-of-life care, and neurodiverse patients …
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
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, …
Treating survivors of human trafficking
Jan 21, 2025 · Key points Human trafficking involves using force, fraud, or coercion to control someone for commercial sexual or labor exploitation. Human trafficking violates human rights …