I’m regularly asked what the difference is between various approaches to therapy. There can be a lot of overlap between approaches but I’ve put this brief guide together in the hope it will show some of the key differences between approaches. If you’d like to see anything added then just let me know.
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Counselling
- Hypnotherapy
- Mediation
- Meditation
- Medication
- Mindfulness
- Psychoanalysis
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Psychotherapy
- Training
Coaching emphasises getting clear on your goals, breaking them down into actionable steps and being accountable for achieving taking them. More >
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is a popular approach to working with troublesome patterns of thought or behaviour in a structured way. More >
Counselling provides space for the client, with the therapist’s support, to work through difficulties in a safe and supportive environment. More >
Hypnotherapy emphasises the role of the subconscious mind and utilises the power of the imagination to help in developing better ways of thinking, feeling and acting. More >
Mediation is a process for understanding the perspective of different people or ways of thinking with the aim of finding common ground that is mutually beneficial. More >
Meditation is the practice of quietening the mind by stepping back from the busyness of day to day life and the often constant train of thoughts. More >
Prescription medication is used in cases where symptoms are severe to help bring about ease making it possible to engage in therapy and make practical positive changes. More >
Mindfulness is the act of being present in the moment and engaging more fully with what you are experiencing often leading to a greater sense of control and ease. More >
The Psychoanalytic process recognises the influence of the unconscious mind in day to day life and seeks to bring about balance by exploring the hidden motives of behaviour. More >
A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who is licensed to prescribe medication and who will typically diagnose and assess as well as provide therapy. More >
A Psychologist is someone who studies human mental and physical behaviour and who may also be a practitioner of therapy or a consultant or trainer. More >
The term Psychotherapy refers to any of number of psychological therapies that assist clients in gaining insight and making positive changes in their lives. More >
Training approaches focus on equipping you with practical skills – such as the ability to set goals, be healthier or communicate more easily – to improve your quality of life. More >