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What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is a form of treatment for emotional, mental, and life/transition problems. It consists of many different approaches and techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), family, and traditional talk therapy. Many think that psychotherapy is only for those with mental illness, but that is far from true. While we do see individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses, many seek psychotherapy while amid a life change, such as career transition, relocation, divorce, and grief.

Put simply, psychotherapy is a process in which you can talk about your struggles, transitions, or mental health disorders. You can discuss your thoughts without judgement. You can set goals for improvement, gain insight into yourself, and learn skills sets to better help you cope with these stressors, as well as to prevent them from happening again.

Does psychotherapy work?

Research shows that psychotherapy produces long-term health improvements and reduces the need for health services. The effects of psychotherapy tend to last longer than medications without the potential for side effects that drugs often carry. Thousands of scientific studies support the value of psychotherapy as an effective treatment for mental health problems.

How long will treatment take?

Psychological intervention takes time and requires patience. The length of therapy depends on the methods used, the aggravating symptoms, and the individual goal of the patient. Every plan is individualized as we understand that each person may need different levels of support. Some people may be dealing with an acute issue that can be resolved in a few sessions, while those with complex trauma or chronic conditions may require a longer course of treatment.

How can psychotherapy help me?

The core feature of all psychotherapy techniques is the relationship between a therapist and a patient. The goal is to help the patient gain self-understanding and relief from troubling symptoms. In general, psychotherapy has been shown to improve emotions and behaviors, bringing positive changes in the brain and body. Here are some of the ways that psychotherapy can help you:

Identify triggers of negative behavior
Overcome harmful behaviors
Improve physical health
Develop healthy coping mechanisms
Develop problem-solving skills
Improve interpersonal relationships
Improve self-reliance
Improving daily living skills (e.g. time management, sleep hygiene, executive function)
Learn to be mindful or increase mindfulness
Increase self esteem

Psychotherapy can also help patients dealing with mental disorders.

Consider psychotherapy to help you cope with your struggles. We encourage you to learn more about these treatment options and how they can benefit you. Our highly trained team at Synapse Chicago will create a healthy and compassionate environment so that you can learn more about yourself, while providing you the skill set you need to reach your personal goals.

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