Postmodern approaches in therapy are a group of counseling styles that focus on collaboration, respect for each person’s unique experience, and the idea that people can change the way they see themselves by changing their personal stories. These therapies move away from traditional methods that try to “fix” a person or dig into the past. […]

Feminist therapy is a type of talk therapy that focuses on how social and cultural factors—like gender, race, class, sexuality, and power—affect a person’s mental health. It’s grounded in the belief that personal problems are often linked to larger social issues and that healing includes both personal growth and empowerment. This kind of therapy encourages […]

Choice theory and reality therapy are approaches to understanding human behavior and improving mental health by focusing on personal responsibility, healthy relationships, and present choices. These concepts were developed by psychiatrist Dr. William Glasser in the 1960s and are still widely used in counseling, coaching, education, and correctional settings. At the core of choice theory […]

Cognitive behavior therapy, often called CBT, is a popular and well-researched type of talk therapy. It helps people understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. The main idea behind CBT is that our thoughts affect how we feel and act. By changing unhelpful thoughts, we can improve the way we feel and behave. […]

Behavior therapy is a type of mental health treatment that focuses on changing unhelpful behaviors. It is based on the idea that behaviors are learned and can be unlearned or replaced through practice, repetition, and reinforcement. Unlike therapies that focus heavily on emotions or deep reflection, behavior therapy looks at what people do—and how those […]