Choosing the right therapy approach can feel overwhelming, but understanding key differences can help. This guide explores five common orientations—CBT, ACT, DBT, IFS, and Psychodynamic Therapy—each with its own philosophy and techniques. Whether you seek structure, mindfulness, emotional regulation, deep self-exploration, or self-compassion, learning about these approaches can help you find the best fit for your healing journey.
Unsure whether you need a therapist, psychologist, or psychiatrist? Understanding the differences can simplify your mental health journey. Therapists provide emotional support and counseling to improve your relationships and coping skills. Psychologists specialize in assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based therapies. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who prescribe medications and manage complex mental health conditions. Discover which professional is best suited to your mental health needs and start your path toward wellness today.
I’m sure most of you know this already and are not surprised by this title. The stigma surrounding mental health, in all of its shapes and forms, prevails across the globe, and in some cultures, it has much more substantial consequences than we are familiar...
Being in control of some of your thoughts is one of the most powerful feelings you could have. But realistically, we cannot control everything our brains do; however, we can control how to respond to what the brain does and how it thinks. Consider, for...