Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy offers invaluable assistance and support for patients with mental health and behavioral disorders. At KAVN Health in Columbia, Maryland, their team uses psychotherapy to help people with depression, anxiety, and many other conditions. Call KAVN Health to learn more about psychotherapy’s benefits or request an in-person or telemedicine appointment online today. Their team provides telemedicine services to patients throughout Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, and Washington, DC. 

What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy involves talking to a skilled, empathetic therapist in a safe, comfortable environment. It helps you process negative emotions and appreciate why you have them, making it a vital aspect of mental health disorder treatment.

Some patients find psychotherapy is all they require to overcome conditions like mild depression and anxiety. Those with moderate to severe psychiatric disorders might also need medications, such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and stimulants.

Are there different kinds of psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy takes many different forms, including:

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

CBT is one of the most widely used psychotherapy methods. It helps you identify flaws in your thinking, challenge them, and correct them so you can cope better in daily life.

Insight-oriented psychotherapy

Insight-oriented psychotherapy is a psychodynamic therapy. That means it concentrates on the psychological influences affecting behavior.

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT)

EFT couples therapy offers a structured short-term approach that helps people rediscover their emotional bonds.

Integrative behavioral therapy

Integrative therapy combines aspects of other psychotherapy methods to personalize treatment.

Supportive psychotherapy

Supportive psychotherapy offers emotional assistance, encouragement, and support. It helps individuals and families discuss their feelings, worries, and problems without judgment.

What conditions benefit from psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy helps people live with or overcome most psychiatric and behavioral disorders, including:

• Depression (major depressive disorder)
• Anxiety disorders
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Bipolar disorder
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Substance use disorder

Psychotherapy can also be beneficial for people experiencing challenges and significant life changes, such as loss, grief, anger, trauma, and severe health problems.

What can I expect from psychotherapy?

The KAVN Health team begins by completing a comprehensive interview and psychological assessment. They look through your medical and family history to understand what’s influencing your mental health and talk with you at length to identify your current feelings and challenges.

Once they have the information they need, the team produces your personalized treatment plan, which may consist of psychotherapy alone or in combination with medication. They also recommend which type of therapeutic approach best suits you. Subsequent therapy sessions involve discussions with your therapist.

You achieve optimal benefit from psychotherapy by being honest and open about your feelings and problems. Psychotherapy sessions are always confidential, so you can feel safe discussing the most distressing thoughts and emotions.

Call KAVN Health to learn more about psychotherapy or request an in-person or telemedicine consultation using the online booking feature today.