Psychotherapy
Two evidence-based therapeutic approaches — selected according to your needs, not routine.
What is the psychotherapy I provide?
The psychotherapy I provide is not detached from the rest of your clinical picture. It is integrated into the overall treatment plan and takes into account biology, pharmacological treatment and, where applicable, rTMS results. I work with two main methodologies: **Cognitive Behavioural Therapy — CBT — and Systemic Family Therapy.** The choice, or combination, depends on the nature of the problem, the structure of your life and what has or has not worked in the past.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy — CBT
CBT is the therapeutic approach with the broadest research foundation in psychiatry. It focuses on the relationship between thoughts, emotions and behaviour, and on how these three levels maintain each other in vicious cycles. We do not simply talk about the problem. We actively work to change the thinking and response patterns that maintain it.
Conditions for which CBT is indicated
- Depression — MDD — alone or combined with pharmacotherapy
- Anxiety disorders — generalized anxiety, panic, social phobia
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder — OCD — with ERP protocols
- Sleep disorders — with CBT-I
- Psychosomatic manifestations and eating disorders
- Burnout and work-related stress
FAQ
How many sessions are needed?
For CBT in anxiety or depression, typically 12–20 sessions. For Systemic Therapy in relational issues, the number varies — often fewer, but with longer intervals. We will define this together at the beginning.
Can psychotherapy be done without medication?
Yes, for many mild to moderate conditions. For more severe episodes, the combination of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy has clearly better results than either method alone.
Is an online session as effective as an in-person visit?
For psychotherapy and medication follow-up, research data do not show a significant difference in effectiveness.
