Goals of Adult Therapy
Enhance psychological resilience
Manage challenging life events (e.g., divorce, grief, work-related stress, relationship issues)
Cope with trauma
Improve emotional awareness and expression
Strengthen self-perception and identity
Support personal growth
Contribute to the treatment of mental health disorders (such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, OCD, etc.)
Reasons to Seek Therapy
Depression
Anxiety disorders (general anxiety, panic attacks)
Low self-esteem
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Relationship problems / divorce process
Work / career-related stress
Grief and loss
Addictions (alcohol, substances, technology)
Anger management
Eating disorders
Sexual difficulties
Common Therapy Approaches for Adults
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Schema Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
How Do Sessions Work?
The first session usually involves taking a personal history.
Goals are set together with the client.
The therapy process is customized to the individual.
Weekly sessions generally last 45–60 minutes.
The length of therapy depends on the person’s needs and goals.
Things to Keep in Mind
Going to therapy is not a weakness — it is an investment in yourself.
Everyone may need professional support at some point.
Building a trusting relationship with the therapist improves the effectiveness of therapy.
