Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, is a way to help people struggling with a broad range of mental health and emotional concerns. Psychotherapy can help people manage troubling symptoms and improve their quality of life. Over time, therapy can improve well-being, self-awareness, and communication skills. If you are struggling with your mental health and nothing seems to work, an outpatient treatment program can provide group, individual, and integrated therapy. We offer treatment for mental health conditions as a primary diagnosis and as part of a dual diagnosis. Contact Crestview Recovery by calling 866.262.0531 to speak with an admissions specialist.
Talking Through Concerns with an Expert
Psychotherapy can help people who are struggling with daily life, healing from trauma, medical illness, grief and loss, and specific mental disorders like depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. There are several types of psychotherapy, and some types may work better with certain mental health concerns and substance use disorders. Psychotherapy can be used alongside medication and integrative therapies.
What Is a Therapy Session?
Therapy sessions may be conducted in an individual, family, couple, or group setting. Sessions are typically held once a week and last between 30 and 50 minutes. Both the patient and therapist need to be actively involved and committed to healing. Building a trusting relationship with a client takes time, but a good therapist will put in the work. Types of therapy include:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Process group therapy
- Integrated or holistic therapy
Psychotherapy is a category of treatment that focuses on mental health solutions. Psychotherapy has been shown to improve emotion regulation skills. Positive thought patterns help affect changes in the brain and body.
Psychotherapy and Medication
Psychotherapy may be used in combination with medication to treat mental health conditions. For many people, combining medication and psychotherapy offers tremendous healing power. Healthy lifestyle improvements like good nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate sleep, are essential in supporting recovery and overall mental wellness.
Is Therapy Enough to Deal with All Mental Disorders?
Learning to manage a mental health concern is a tremendous opportunity for growth and self-actualization. At Crestview, many of our clients who are willing to and able to trust and their therapists’ advice find that their symptoms begin to dissipate within a few weeks. People need to be clearheaded in order to get the most out of rehab, so our clinicians can assist in medication management as needed.
Which Mental Health Conditions Are Treated In Therapy?
Psychotherapy can be effective in treating an array of mental health concerns and substance use issues. When people are missing the tools they need to maintain their mental health, a therapist can help fill in the gaps to promote life-long healing. A few of the most common mental health concerns we treat at Crestview include the following:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Bipolar disorder
- Borderline personality disorder
Struggling with a mental health concern can feel like an insurmountable obstacle. While healing from these concerns takes time, we want you to know that it is possible.
Find an Outpatient Rehab that Offers Therapy
At Crestview Recovery, we know how important therapy is to treating addiction. We can provide a wide range of therapies and other addiction treatment options. Our goal is to help you every step of the way. Some of our programs include:
- Family therapy
- Outpatient rehab
- Trauma therapy
- Individual therapy
There is no reason to walk alone on your mental health journey. The compassionate, experienced professionals at Crestview have experience helping people up from the lowest points in their lives. Contact Crestview Recovery by calling 866.262.0531 to learn how a meaningful therapeutic experience can promote happiness, success, and confidence.
Since 2016, Dr. Merle Williamson, a graduate of Oregon Health Sciences University, has been the Medical Director at Crestview Recovery, bringing a rich background in addiction medicine from his time at Hazelden Treatment Center. He oversees outpatient drug and alcohol treatments, providing medical care, setting policies, detox protocols, and quality assurance measures. Before specializing in addiction medicine, he spent 25 years in anesthesiology, serving as Chair of Hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and Chief of Anesthesia at Kaiser Permanente. This experience gives him a unique perspective on treating prescription drug addiction.
