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  1. Understanding psychotherapy and how it works

    Nov 1, 2012 · Learn how to choose a psychologist, how therapy works, how long it lasts and what should and shouldn’t happen during psychotherapy.

  2. Psychotherapy - American Psychological Association (APA)

    Psychotherapy is any psychological service provided by a trained professional that primarily uses forms of communication and interaction to assess, diagnose, and treat dysfunctional emotional reactions, …

  3. How to manage countertransference in therapy

    Sep 1, 2025 · Training differs widely between graduate programs, courses, and supervisors. Research suggests that therapists trained in certain theoretical orientations, such as psychodynamic therapy …

  4. What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

    What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychological treatment that has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression, …

  5. The evidence against “conversion therapy”: Insights from psychological ...

    Oct 7, 2025 · “Conversion therapy” claims to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity—but it’s based on the false and harmful idea that being LGBTQ+ is something to cure.

  6. What Is Exposure Therapy? - American Psychological Association (APA)

    Exposure therapy is a psychological treatment that was developed to help people confront their fears.

  7. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Treatment of PTSD

    Jul 31, 2017 · Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on the relationship among thoughts, feelings and behaviors. For example, altering a person’s unhelpful thinking can lead to healthier behaviors and …

  8. Keys to great group therapy - American Psychological Association (APA)

    Apr 1, 2019 · Seasoned psychologists offer their expertise on the art and skill of leading successful group therapy.

  9. Improving treatment with role-playing games

    Apr 1, 2025 · Using games like Dungeons and Dragons in group therapy shows promise for treating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and more.

  10. The benefits of better boundaries in clinical practice

    Jul 2, 2025 · For many psychologists, setting robust boundaries in clinical therapy practice is a vital skill often learned through difficult interactions with patients and colleagues.