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My goal is to support you on your journey towards mental well-being and inner peace.×´

 

Counselling Types

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Counselling Therapies Used

When deciding on an appropriate counsellor, it can be useful to understand the different therapies they may use.

While all can be effective, you may find one approach more appealing than another, or find that some approaches are better for a certain area of counselling than others.

Acroynm
Name of Therapy
Description
ACT
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Helps individuals accept their thoughts and feelings while committing to actions aligned with their values.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Structured, time-limited treatment that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
CFT
Compassion Focused Therapy
Emphasises self-compassion to alleviate emotional distress and enhance well-being.
DBT
Dialect Behavioural Therapy
Combines CBT with mindfulness practices to help individuals regulate emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and reduce self-destructive behaviors.
EFT
Emotion Focused Therapy
Helps individuals explore, understand, and transform their emotional experiences for healing and personal growth.
MBCT
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
Combines CBT with mindfulness practices to prevent depression relapse and enhance emotional well-being.
MBSR
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Teaches mindfulness meditation to reduce stress and enhance well-being.
MI
Motivational Interviewing
Client-centered counseling approach that enhances motivation for change through empathetic dialogue.
NT
Narrative Therapy
Collaborative approach that empowers individuals to reshape their life stories and identities through storytelling.
PCT
Person Centered Therapy
Emphasises empathy, active listening, and unconditional positive regard to empower individuals in their personal growth.
PE
Psychoeducation
Teaching individuals about mental health, symptoms, and coping strategies to enhance understanding and support recovery.
SFT
Solution Focused Therapy
Emphasises finding solutions and strengths rather than exploring problems, promoting positive change and goal achievement.
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