What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is a type of therapy that aims to treat a mental illness or disorder psychologically rather than with drugs or other medical means. Many different types of psychotherapy exist.

What types of therapy are available from the Advanced Medical Psychiatry Group?

Advanced Medical Psychiatry Group offers several different types of psychotherapy to patients, including:

• Family therapy – Family therapy is designed to resolve issues among parents and children.

• Grief therapy is ideal for patients who have just experienced a significant loss.

• Couples therapy is designed to resolve issues between people in an intimate relationship.

• Geriatric therapy – The purpose of geriatric treatment is to help patients deal with aging-related mental issues.

• Dialectical behavior therapy – This type of therapy was initially designed to treat patients with borderline personality disorder but can also effectively treat other issues.

• Solution-focused therapy – The goal of solution-focused therapy is to help the patient construct and achieve solutions for the problems in their life.

• Cognitive behavioral therapy – Cognitive behavioral therapy aims to help patients change unwanted behaviors or patterns of thinking that negatively impact their lives.

Which type of therapy is best?

Every type of therapy available from Advanced Medical Psychiatry Group serves a different purpose and offers other advantages to patients. The experienced physicians at this facility can help patients decide which kind of therapy will be most beneficial for them.

How quickly will patients see results?

Patients undergoing psychotherapy may begin noticing some results shortly after starting treatment. However, because mental disorders are complex, long-term treatment is often required. Most patients will see more progress as they continue to attend therapy sessions.

How often should patients see the doctor?

Every patient is unique. While some patients may need to see their doctor weekly or even more often, others may be able to wait longer between appointments. As time goes on and the patient improves, less frequent appointments may be necessary. Advanced Medical Psychiatry Group doctors can help patients determine an appropriate appointment schedule when they begin therapy.