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Therapists and Psychotherapy
Therapists and Psychotherapy
What are therapists and what is psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is a method of treating psychological disorders through interpersonal interaction between a patient and a licensed therapist. The principal method involves developing a strong relationship between the patient and therapist, so that the patient feels comfortable talking about his or her problems, and develops a willingness to follow the therapist’s suggestions and recommendations.
Psychotherapy and Therapist defined
Psychotherapy involves a number of different techniques and methodologies all designed to help individuals seeking help, find it. Among some of the more common methods employed are:
While each of these has its own approach and purpose, they all share certain characteristics. When a treatment program is developed, reputable therapists design the plan in such a way as to allow for cross-referencing these different approaches.
Therapists are licensed individuals who specialize in psychotherapy. Many professions are centered solely on psychotherapy, but other healthcare and mental health professionals employ the techniques on a regular basis. Social workers, counselors, physicians, occupational therapists and others find they have greater success when they apply appropriate psychotherapy philosophies.
Efficacy of therapy
In a psychotherapeutic relationship with an appropriately trained and licensed psychotherapists, patients are able to work through the issues and problems that plague them. It is highly effective in treating drug and alcohol addiction, process disorders (such as overeating), and parent/child relationship issues.
There has been some questioning of the effectiveness of psychotherapy, primarily because there is a lack of empirical evidence regarding the different techniques used, and the absence of reliable definitions as to what constitutes success. However, recent indications are that psychotherapy is effective with the key factor being the relationship between the therapist and the client. The stronger and more trusting the bond is, the greater the chances are that problems can be solved and the patient is able to move forward.
Where to find and what to look for in a therapist
The most difficult aspect in finding a therapist is finding an individual in whom the client is willing to put absolute trust. In addition to proper training and licensing, the ability of the therapist to develop a relationship in which the client is willing to open up and discuss all attendant issues is vital. With that, individuals seeking psychotherapy must take the time to meet with a therapist and discuss concerns and issues in order to find out how comfortable he or she feels with the professional.
There are a number of sources available for locating qualified therapists. Hospitals general have access to a referral service, which not only lists the names of individuals, but their qualifications. Rehabilitation centers also maintain databases and referral services to help their patients. Typical sources such as the Yellow Pages and the Internet can at least provide a starting point, but they lack crucial information on qualifications.