Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is a process that aims to improve an individual’s sense of well-being and decrease feelings of discomfort or suffering. Dr. Brislin primarily practices from a cognitive-behavioral perspective, but is flexible in her approach in order to best meet the needs of each individual.
Session frequency is determined by the needs of each patient, although weekly sessions are encouraged, particularly at the beginning of treatment. Length of treatment varies and may be short- or long-term, depending on the needs of each individual. Dr. Brislin employs a multi-disciplinary approach, and will work with other medical professionals at the request of the patient.
Common areas of practice include: mood disorders, anxiety, grief, adult ADHD, interpersonal problems, work-related stress, dementia, age-related cognitive decline, and depression.
Supported by Research
Research indicates that psychotherapy is effective but frequently underutilized. Medication is often sought to alleviate symptoms of depression or anxiety. In fact, the combination of medication and psychotherapy are often the most effective for treatment of depression and/or anxiety. Research suggests that medication is effective at managing short-term symptoms while psychotherapy provides the skills necessary to manage symptoms long-term.
“Psychotherapy teaches patients life skills that last beyond the course of treatment. The results of psychotherapy tend to last longer than psychopharmacological treatments and rarely produce harmful side effects.”
Session frequency is determined by the needs of each patient, although weekly sessions are encouraged, particularly at the beginning of treatment. Length of treatment varies and may be short- or long-term, depending on the needs of each individual. Dr. Brislin employs a multi-disciplinary approach, and will work with other medical professionals at the request of the patient.
Common areas of practice include: mood disorders, anxiety, grief, adult ADHD, interpersonal problems, work-related stress, dementia, age-related cognitive decline, and depression.
Supported by Research
Research indicates that psychotherapy is effective but frequently underutilized. Medication is often sought to alleviate symptoms of depression or anxiety. In fact, the combination of medication and psychotherapy are often the most effective for treatment of depression and/or anxiety. Research suggests that medication is effective at managing short-term symptoms while psychotherapy provides the skills necessary to manage symptoms long-term.
“Psychotherapy teaches patients life skills that last beyond the course of treatment. The results of psychotherapy tend to last longer than psychopharmacological treatments and rarely produce harmful side effects.”
- American Psychological Association (August 2012) “Research shows psychotherapy is effective but underutilized”. Link to the article
Call Dr. Brislin for a free phone consultation to see if psychotherapy is right for you:
(973) 975-3641.
(973) 975-3641.