Sep

07

Behaviour Therapy developed from the behaviourism school of psychology and emphasises the observation and modification of behaviour, with little consideration of the mental causes of behaviour. This lack of (or lesser) emphasis on mental states distinguished behaviourism from early psychological and psychotherapy schools, such as Psychoanalysis.
Behaviour Therapy is often used to treat phobias (such as [...]

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Jun

08

Substance Abuse involves the excessive use of various drugs, alcohol or other chemicals. What constitutes “abuse” is not defined in absolute terms, but is seen in the context of an individual and his or her overall quality of life. If the use of the substance has a negative impact on the physical or mental health [...]

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Jun

03

Family Systems Therapy can include “couple’s therapy” and involves the counselling of members within the familial structure. Other terms may be used, such as “Relationship Therapy”, “Relationship Counselling” and “Marriage Counselling”, depending on the family members being counselled.

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Jun

03

Psychotherapy is practiced by psychologists and psychiatrists, with training for these professionals being defined by most jurisdictions where they practice. In many countries, for example, a psychologist generally has at minimum a Bachelors degree in Psychology, while a psychiatrist is required to have both a medical degree and psychology training.
Psychotherapy involves the utilisation of various [...]

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May

25

Psychoanalysis is an approach to psychotherapy that was originally developed by the Austrian Sigmund Freud. Treatment involves the client, or “analysand” discussing fantasies, dreams and experiences in a manner known as “free association”, where the client is able to talk about anything that comes to mind. The therapist then analyses this information to determine the [...]

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