Focuses on understanding how past experiences, unconscious patterns, and relationships influence current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This approach supports insight, self-awareness, and long-term emotional growth.

A structured, evidence-based approach that helps identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is goal-oriented and focused on building practical coping skills.

Uses emotional expression and lived experiences to help clients process feelings in the present moment. Techniques may include guided imagery, role-play, or creative expression.

Combines elements from multiple therapeutic approaches to best meet each individual’s needs. Treatment is flexible and tailored rather than relying on a single method.

Encourages present-moment awareness and non-judgmental observation of thoughts and emotions. Mindfulness helps reduce stress, improve emotional regulation, and increase self-compassion.

Addresses how trauma and stress are stored in the body. This approach integrates physical sensations, movement, and body awareness to support emotional healing.

Views the mind as made up of different “parts,” each with its own role and purpose. Therapy focuses on understanding and harmonizing these parts to promote healing and self-leadership.

An evidence-based treatment that helps build skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is especially helpful for managing intense emotions and relationships.

A specialized form of therapy often used for anxiety and OCD. ERP gradually exposes individuals to anxiety-provoking situations while helping them resist unhelpful coping behaviors.

A trauma-focused therapy that helps the brain reprocess distressing memories. EMDR supports healing by reducing the emotional intensity associated with past experiences.

A relationship-focused approach that helps partners understand how early experiences shape adult relationships. Therapy emphasizes communication, empathy, and connection.

Uses creative expression as a therapeutic tool to explore emotions, experiences, and self-identity. Art therapy can be especially helpful when verbal expression feels challenging.

Explores emotional patterns, relationships, and internal conflicts that affect current functioning. This insight-oriented approach supports deeper understanding and lasting change.