Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a specialized form of therapy designed to help individuals who struggle with intense emotions and impulsive behaviors. DBT focuses on building skills in four key areas: emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It is particularly helpful for individuals with borderline personality disorder, self-harm behaviors, and relationship difficulties.

Acceptance-Based Therapy

Acceptance-Based Therapy emphasizes accepting difficult emotions, thoughts, and experiences rather than trying to change or avoid them. By learning to embrace painful feelings, clients can reduce their emotional impact and foster a greater sense of peace and resilience. This approach is particularly helpful for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain, and encourages greater psychological flexibility.

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a trauma-focused therapy specifically designed to help individuals process and make sense of distressing memories related to past traumatic events. Through a structured framework, CPT helps clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that may contribute to feelings of guilt, shame, or fear. This approach is particularly effective for individuals with PTSD and trauma-related conditions.

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps individuals better understand and manage their emotions, fostering healthier relationships and emotional well-being. EFT emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness and expression, enabling clients to process and respond to emotions in adaptive ways. This approach is effective in addressing issues related to attachment, relationship difficulties, and emotional regulation.

Exposure Therapy

Exposure Therapy is a therapeutic technique that involves gradual exposure to feared situations, objects, or memories to reduce anxiety and avoidance behaviors. Through repeated, controlled exposure, clients can learn to tolerate discomfort and diminish their fear response over time. Exposure therapy is particularly effective for individuals struggling with phobias, panic disorders, and anxiety-related conditions.

Prolonged Exposure for Trauma

Prolonged Exposure Therapy is a structured, evidence-based treatment specifically designed for individuals with PTSD. It involves revisiting traumatic memories in a safe and controlled manner, helping clients process their trauma and reduce the emotional distress associated with it. Through repeated exposure, clients gradually diminish their avoidance behaviors and gain a sense of mastery over their traumatic experiences.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Mindfulness-Based Therapy integrates mindfulness practices into therapeutic work, encouraging clients to focus on the present moment without judgment. This approach enhances self-awareness, reduces stress, and improves emotional regulation. Mindfulness techniques, such as deep breathing and body scanning, are used to help clients develop greater resilience and a sense of calm. It is especially effective for those dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain.

Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, our experienced therapists will work with you to tailor the treatment to your needs and goals. Through these therapies, you will gain tools and insights that can help you lead a more fulfilling, balanced life.

Individual Therapy Services

Individual therapy offers a confidential, supportive space where you can explore personal challenges and work toward healing. At ACMH, we offer a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your specific needs. Below are the treatments we provide:

General Integrative Talk Therapy

Integrative talk therapy is a client-centered approach that combines different therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns. This approach focuses on creating a safe and empathetic environment for clients to explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Through meaningful conversation, clients gain self-awareness, insight into their challenges, and develop strategies for coping with life’s difficulties.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. CBT helps clients recognize how their thoughts influence emotions and actions, empowering them to challenge unhelpful beliefs and replace them with healthier, more realistic perspectives. This approach is effective for treating a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, and stress.