Neira Psychology

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – is a method of treatment for psychological disorders that takes a practical, task-based approach to solving problems. It is designed to help change negative thoughts and behaviours, by providing more positive and fulfilling solutions. The focus of CBT is to address symptoms while they are present, and to learn skills and techniques that can be used in the ongoing improvement of mental health.

Mindfulness – Mindfulness is about learning to pay attention to the present moment in an accepting and non-judgmental way. It can be helpful in learning to observe and become more aware of your experiences, as well as increasing your attentional control.

Interpersonal Therapy – Interpersonal therapy focuses on the interpersonal relationships of the individual. Interpersonal therapy can assist by improving the communication patterns and how people relate to others.

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy – Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is an action-oriented approach to psychotherapy that stems from traditional behaviour therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. Clients learn to stop avoiding, denying, and struggling with their inner emotions and, instead, accept that these deeper feelings are appropriate responses to certain situations that should not prevent them from moving forward in their lives.

EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an interactive psychotherapy technique used to relieve psychological stress. It is an effective treatment for trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Schema Therapy – Schema therapy can help individuals identify the thought and behaviour patterns underlying and perpetuating mental health conditions. The treatment approach integrates elements from cognitive behavioural therapy, attachment theory, and a number of other approaches, expanding on CBT through exploration of emotions, maladaptive coping methods, and the origin of mental health concerns.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy – Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) is a modified version of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is particularly useful in the treatment of borderline personality disorder (BPD). It can also be used to treat other conditions, like suicidal behaviour, self-harm, substance use, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and eating disorders.