Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are both evidence-based forms of therapy that have been found to be effective in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression. While both approaches are based on the idea that our thoughts and behaviors are connected, they differ in their approaches to…
Recovery from mental illness isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. The therapeutic approaches that work for one person may need to be adapted to suit another. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques might prove effective for people who haven’t had much success with other methods. DBT interventions help individuals become more mindful, cope with stress, and make sustainable…
The 12-step recovery model was initially developed and implemented by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) as a fellowship whose goal was to help one another overcome addiction to alcohol. Since its inception, the 12-step model has become universally known and is the most commonly recommended and used treatment modality for a wide array of addictions and compulsions.…
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder that usually manifests in early adulthood. People with borderline personality disorder have difficulty managing their behavior and emotions, which often results in significant impairment in their daily functioning. Individuals with BPD also struggle to maintain healthy relationships. As with most mental health disorders, there is no…
Mental health therapy is a crucial part of the treatment of substance abuse and addiction. There are five broad types of psychotherapy: psychoanalysis and psychodynamic therapies; integrative or holistic therapy; humanistic therapy; cognitive therapy; and behavioral therapy. Each of these approaches has its own goals, utilizes its different techniques, and has its benefits. Behavioral therapy…