Therapies

Explore evidence-based therapy approaches used to treat anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma-related concerns, ADHD, and many other mental health challenges. Learn how each therapy works, what skills it teaches, and the concerns it is commonly used to address.

Quick Facts

  • Different therapies use different methods and strategies.
  • Several therapies may be effective for the same concern.
  • The best fit often depends on goals, preferences, and symptoms.
  • Many therapies can be delivered effectively through telehealth.

Not Sure Where to Start?

  • CBT is often explored first for anxiety and depression.
  • ACT focuses on psychological flexibility and values-based action.
  • ERP is a leading treatment for OCD and certain anxiety concerns.
  • DBT emphasizes emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills.

Frequently discussed evidence-based approaches.

CBT

Popular

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior.

ACT

Popular

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people respond more flexibly to difficult thoughts and emotions.

ERP

Popular

Exposure and Response Prevention is a leading treatment for OCD and anxiety-related concerns.

Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies

Approaches that focus on thoughts, behaviors, learning, and habits.

CBT

Learn practical skills for changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns.

ERP

Popular

Gradually face fears while reducing avoidance and compulsive responses.

Acceptance & Mindfulness-Based Therapies

Approaches emphasizing awareness, acceptance, and values-guided action.

ACT

Develop psychological flexibility and move toward what matters most.

DBT

Build skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Trauma-Focused Therapies

Approaches commonly associated with trauma treatment.

EMDR

Future

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is often used for trauma-related concerns.

CPT

Future

Cognitive Processing Therapy focuses on trauma-related beliefs and meaning-making.

Choosing a Therapy

There is no single therapy that is best for everyone. Different approaches emphasize different skills, strategies, and perspectives.

  • CBT is often explored for anxiety and depression.
  • ERP is frequently recommended for OCD.
  • DBT may be useful for emotional regulation challenges.
  • ACT emphasizes values-based growth and flexibility.

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