Therapeutic Approach
Therapy is meant to help you feel better and live a happier life. For that reason, we prioritize a two-pronged approach. Simultaneously, you will learn new strategies for coping more effectively with any symptoms or difficulties arising in day-to-day, while deepening your understanding of the root causes for the issues at hand - to ensure that the improvements you make are sustainable. Such integrative psychotherapy is the golden standard and it allows you to collaboratively shape your therapeutic journey in a way that is aligned with your goals and values.
The following therapeutic approaches and modalities are practiced at InnerWeave Psychology:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a psychological approach that focuses on helping individuals recognize and adjust problematic thoughts and behaviors, ultimately leading to improved psychological health and well-being. InnerWeave Psychology offers personalized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy services to help you identify and challenge the negative thought patterns that can lead to a range of issues, such as anxiety and depression.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic therapy, also known as insight-oriented therapy, is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on exploring the unconscious mind and understanding how past experiences may shape current behavior. Through this process, individuals can gain insight into their emotions and behavior, develop better self-awareness, and ultimately improve their relationships. This type of therapy helps people recognize and better manage the unconscious forces that shape their thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy designed to help people who struggle with intense emotions and difficult relationships. It is based on cognitive-behavioral principles, but also focuses on acceptance and mindfulness. DBT involves both individual and group therapy sessions, and includes skills such as problem-solving, communication, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance. The overall goal of DBT is to help people learn to cope with their emotions in a healthier way.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a type of psychotherapy that encourages individuals to accept their thoughts and feelings without judgement, and to commit to taking action that leads to a meaningful life. It has been found to be effective in treating a range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The core principle of ACT is to create psychological flexibility, which enables individuals to make choices and take actions that are in line with their values. The process involves working on techniques such as mindfulness, cognitive defusion, and values clarification.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of psychotherapy that is used to treat trauma, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. It is based on the idea that our brains have difficulty processing traumatic memories, leading to distress and other psychological issues. EMDR uses eye movements, hand tapping, or auditory tones to help the brain reprocess the traumatic memories, allowing for more positive thoughts and emotions.
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Prolonged Exposure for PTSD (PE)
Prolonged Exposure (PE) is a type of psychotherapy used to treat individuals suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This form of therapy encourages patients to confront their fears and triggers in a safe and controlled environment. Through the use of guided imagery, breathing techniques, and gradual exposure to trauma-related memories, PE helps patients learn to process their trauma and develop healthier coping strategies. Patients also learn how to manage their thoughts and emotions in order to reduce their distress and anxiety. Ultimately, PE has been proven to be an effective treatment for PTSD, helping many individuals lead a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on helping people find their own motivation to make positive changes in their lives. It is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of counseling that helps people identify and resolve ambivalence around behaviors that are causing difficulty. The therapist works with the client to explore their values and beliefs in order to help them reach a decision and take action. MI is often used to help people make changes related to substance abuse, mental health, or health behaviors.
Applied Functional Neuroscience
Applied Functional Neuroscience is a practice that uses evidence-based techniques from neuroscience to help people understand and manage their emotions, thoughts, and behavior. It is based on the concept of neuroplasticity, that our brains can be rewired to better process and manage experiences. Through this process, the therapist helps individuals gain insight into their psychological and physical wellbeing by using techniques such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and relaxation strategies.