Schema therapy is an integrative form of psychotherapy designed to help people identify and change deep-rooted emotional patterns that cause distress and dysfunction. These patterns—called schemas—usually develop in childhood or adolescence and can carry into adulthood, shaping how people think, feel, and behave in relationships and daily life. Developed by Dr. Jeffrey Young in the […]

In the world of psychotherapy, there are many different schools of thought—each with its own theories, techniques, and goals. Some focus on thoughts, others on emotions, behaviors, or past experiences. But what happens when one single method isn’t enough for a person’s complex needs? That’s where integrative approaches come in. Integrative therapy refers to a […]

Family Systems Therapy is a form of counseling that focuses on improving the emotional and relational health of families. Instead of seeing one person as “the problem,” this approach views issues as part of a larger family dynamic. It’s based on the idea that families function as systems, where each member affects and is affected […]

Systems approaches in counseling are based on the idea that individuals are best understood within the context of their relationships and environments. Rather than viewing problems as isolated within a person, systems therapy sees emotional and behavioral issues as patterns that emerge in relationships—whether in families, schools, workplaces, or communities. The core belief is simple […]

While in some sources Choice Theory/Reality Therapy is connected to Cognitive Behavioral Approaches, it can be also considered a stand alone approach/therapy. Here’s how it works: Choice Theory is the theoretical foundation developed by Dr. William Glasser. Reality Therapy is the practical counseling method based on Choice Theory. So in this case: Choice Theory = […]