About us:
Insight Thoughts Psychotherapy Services (ITPS) Inc. is a therapy practice dedicated to delivering the highest quality of mental health services and care. Using a holistic approach, we collaborate with clients to identify presenting problems and create a treatment plan to alleviate symptoms and improve overall quality of life.
A Brief Introduction to Psychotherapy
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) defines psychotherapy as "a type of treatment that can help individuals experiencing a wide array of mental health conditions and emotional challenges. Psychotherapy can help not only alleviate symptoms, but also, certain types of psychotherapies can help identify the psychological root causes of one’s condition so a person can function better and have enhanced emotional well-being and healing."
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT recognizes the interconnectedness of our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and aims to help clients develop more positive and adaptive ways of coping with life's challenges. CBT is a practical and goal-oriented way to help clients with negative thinking and behavior patterns. CBT helps clients understand that changing negative thoughts and beliefs can improve their emotional well-being and overall quality of life. CBT has proven effective in treating numerous mental health conditions, such as anxiety disorders, depression, and PTSD.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT is a highly effective therapy that can help clients manage their emotions and improve their relationships. DBT is based on the belief that people can learn new skills and behaviors that can help them cope with challenging situations. It is commonly used to treat borderline personality disorder, depression, and anxiety. DBT aims to assist clients in constructing a life that is worth living by teaching them valuable skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Therapeutic Modalities
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
CPT is an evidence-based treatment commonly used to treat PTSD. CPT focuses on helping clients identify and challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, which can trigger anxiety and other trauma symptoms. By learning how to cope with triggers and manage their anxiety, clients can begin to move forward and live happier lives. While it can be challenging to confront the negative thoughts and beliefs associated with trauma, CPT can be a very effective tool for healing and recovery.
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
REBT is founded on the premise that it's not the events themselves that cause emotional distress but rather our beliefs and thoughts about those events. As such, REBT focuses on identifying and changing irrational beliefs and thoughts contributing to emotional distress. By identifying and challenging our irrational beliefs, we can change our emotions and behaviors. REBT is often used to treat anxiety, depression, and other emotional disorders. It's a practical and effective approach that helps clients develop better coping skills and achieve greater emotional well-being.