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Therapy Types – All Forms of Psychotherapy

Several different therapy types are available in Finland. Each has its own strengths and suitability for different situations. Explore different therapy types and find the one that suits you.

Psychotherapy

Professional talk therapy that helps process psychological problems and life challenges.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Short-term, goal-oriented therapy focusing on changing thoughts and behaviors.

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

In-depth therapy exploring unconscious processes and the impact of early experiences.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

Brief therapy focusing on the future and solutions rather than problems.

Family Therapy

Therapy working with the whole family or parts of it to improve family interaction.

Couples Therapy

Therapy where both partners work together to resolve relationship issues.

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing – a therapy method developed for treating trauma.

Integrative Psychotherapy

A therapy approach that flexibly combines different psychotherapy orientations based on the client's needs.

Psychophysical Psychotherapy

A therapy approach that addresses the mind-body connection and uses body-oriented methods to treat psychological symptoms.

Brief Therapy

Short-term, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on a specific problem, typically within 1–20 sessions.

Occupational Therapy

A form of rehabilitation that helps people achieve and maintain daily functioning through meaningful activities.

Gestalt Therapy

A therapy approach that focuses on the present moment and how you experience yourself and your surroundings right now.

Schema Therapy

A therapy approach that helps identify and change harmful patterns and beliefs rooted in childhood experiences.

Art Therapy

A therapy approach that uses art for emotional expression and processing — no artistic skill is needed.

Music Therapy

A therapy approach that uses music as a rehabilitative tool — no musical ability is required.

Group Therapy

A therapy approach where a small group works together under a therapist's guidance — peer support and shared learning are central.

Psychoanalysis

An in-depth therapy approach that explores unconscious thoughts and feelings to understand the roots of present-day problems.

FAQ

The right therapy type depends on your problem, personality, and goals. CBT works well for concrete problems like anxiety and depression. Psychodynamic therapy suits deeper self-exploration. Solution-focused therapy focuses on the future and solutions.
Therapy types differ in approach: CBT focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors, psychodynamic therapy explores the past and unconscious patterns, solution-focused therapy seeks solutions in the present, and EMDR specifically addresses traumatic experiences.
Yes, switching therapy types is possible. If the current approach doesn't seem to work, discuss with your therapist. You can also find a new therapist who uses a different method.