Question

Explain the basic purpose of psychotherapy.

Answer 1

• Psychoanalysis: focusing on unconscious processes and childhood experiences, using techniques like free association and dream analysis.
• Client-centered therapy: emphasizing a supportive environment where clients can explore and resolve issues themselves.
• Behavioral therapy: applying principles of learning such as conditioning and modeling to change maladaptive behaviors.
• Cognitive therapy: aiming to correct faulty thinking patterns that contribute to emotional and behavioral problems.
• Social rehabilitation: helping individuals with psychological disorders reintegrate into society through support and training.