It is the name for a group of therapies that help you make changes. This is most commonly “talk therapy”, which is based on verbal communication. Some examples are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and family therapy. It can also include non-verbal means of expression including art, play, mindfulness, and movement.

Psychotherapy can be effective if you are having difficulties with your feelings, thoughts, or behaviours. In therapy, children and youth may be encouraged to talk, play, draw, build and pretend, as ways to share feelings and work out problems. Psychotherapy can be used with individuals, families, or groups.