At SPBH, we are multi-dimensional in our approach to treatment. Our licensed clinicians and counselors are trained in a variety of disciplines and backgrounds. Below are some of the theories and methods that we practice.
Family–Centered Therapy
- Conducted in the home; evidenced-based model focused on improving communication/interactions, addressing conflicts/stress between family members.
- http://www.familycenteredtreatment.org/
Structural Family Therapy
- Strength-based model focused on functionality of the family roles; interrupting and preventing dysfunctional patterns from repeating; therapist joins the family early in the establishment of therapeutic rapport to learn about the unspoken rules and dynamics that exist; fostering increased stabilization in members’ interactions.
- http://minuchincenter.org/structural_family_therapy
Strategic Family Therapy
- Combination of classical approaches–strategic and family therapy models; goal-oriented, implementation of specific plans that are carefully designed to address individual behaviors within the family system.
- http://allpsychologycareers.com/topics/strategic-family-therapy.html
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Goal-oriented approach; therapist observes dysfunctional patterns in the client and assists in developing short, medium, and long-term goals achieved through measurable, replicable steps.
- https://solutionfocused.net/what-is-solution-focused-therapy/
Crisis Intervention Therapy
- Immediate, short-term support in urgent circumstances aimed at re-stabilizing functioning.
- http://www.minddisorders.com/Br-Del/Crisis-intervention.html
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Focused on thought and behavior patterns; identifying distorted thoughts and dysfunctional actions; developing problem solving skills to help with emotional regulation.
- https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioral
Psychodynamic Therapy
- Insight-oriented approach; exploring the unconscious thought patterns that contribute to attitudes and behavior; increasing self-awareness of one’s drives and motives.
- https://positivepsychologyprogram.com/psychodynamic-therapy/
Gestalt Therapy
- Client-oriented approach, focused on individual’s current experiences and contributing factors (environmental, social, biological, etc.); examining the present rather than the past; 5 guiding principles—Proximity, Similarity, Continuity, Closure, and Connectedness.
- https://www.gestalt.org/yontef.htm
EMDR Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing; an integrative approach for trauma treatment; a set of standard protocols facilitated by a therapist certified in this technique to explore past trauma, present problems, and future actions.
- https://www.emdria.org/page/120
Relationship-Centered Therapy
- Focused on the quality and strength of critical relationships; client with self, client with provider, and client with community.
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/person-centered-therapy
Experiential Therapy
- Expression-oriented; focused on activities aimed to explore past and present relationships, conscious or subconscious feelings; role playing, art, music, or other recreational activities.
- http://www.crchealth.com/types-of-therapy/what-is-experiential-therapy/
Person-Centered Therapy
- Individual-oriented; focused on the person, not the current problem, and aimed at self-actualization—fulfillment of personal potential. Therapist incorporates respect and positive regard, genuineness, and empathy in building the rapport with the client.
- https://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/types/person-centered
Narrative Therapy
- Individual-oriented; focused on identifying one’s strengths/skills and values/motivators as tools to navigate their lives; therapist helps client co-author a new “story” of more desirable life circumstances to strive toward in the present and near to long-term future.
- https://dulwichcentre.com.au/what-is-narrative-therapy/
Play Therapy
- Child-centered; use of games, toys, and activities to help children express their emotions.
- https://playtherapy.org.uk/ChildrensEmotionalWellBeing/AboutPlayTherapy/MainPrinciples/PlayTherapyDefinition
Art Therapy
- Expression-centered; painting, drawing, sculpting as a means of exploring feelings, events, experiences; reflecting on the process of making art and the underlying meanings; often used in conjunction with other therapeutic/analytic techniques.
- https://www.atcb.org/Public/WhatIsArtTherapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- A form of cognitive behavioral therapy; identifying dysfunctional thought and behavior patterns, shifting to thoughts and behaviors that lead to more desirable outcomes; 4 components—Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Emotional Regulation.
- https://psychcentral.com/lib/an-overview-of-dialectical-behavior-therapy/
Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Adult, relationship-centered, often used with couples or families; short-term method for strengthening existing relationships, addressing communication issues, increasing understanding and awareness of partners’ emotional states, responses, and drives.
- https://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/types/emotionally-focused-therapy
Relational Therapy
- Relationship-centered; focuses on interactions/transactions with others in daily living and their impact on the quality of individual experience.
- http://relational-integrative-psychotherapy.uk/chapters/what-is-relational-integrative-psychotherapy/
Marital Therapy
- Couples-centered; marriage counseling focused on the improvement of communication and understanding in the relationship.
- https://www.mentalhelp.net/articles/marital-therapy-concepts/
Integrative Approach Therapy
- Individual-centered, used in children, adolescents, and adults; multi-dimensional, incorporates theory and practice from more than one therapeutic approach; combinations of techniques are tailored to individual needs.
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4707273/
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