Psychotherapy

You don’t have to struggle with a mental health condition and its often unpleasant symptoms on your own. At New Horizon Mental Health and Wellness LLC in Sioux City, Iowa, board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Dorcas Kamau, PMHNP-DNP, offers in-person and virtual psychotherapy for people 12 and older. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.

What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy or counseling, is a mental health treatment that involves talking through difficult life situations and learning effective ways to overcome problematic thoughts and behaviors. 

At New Horizon Mental Health and Wellness LLC, Dorcas takes a holistic approach to mental health care, personalizing psychotherapy and medication management plans to match your unique needs.

Which conditions can psychotherapy address?

Psychotherapy can help treat the following conditions and more:

• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Bipolar disorder
• Mood disorders
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Autism spectrum disorders 
• Substance use disorder
• Eating disorders
• Personality disorders

Symptoms of a mental health condition include ongoing fear or sadness, a loss of interest in favorite activities, flashbacks, nightmares, or thoughts of suicide. You might have difficulty sleeping, concentrating, or being effective at work or school. 

What are the different types of psychotherapy?

Examples of psychotherapy include:

Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)

DBT teaches behavioral skills to manage emotional distress, better handle stressful situations, and enhance interpersonal relationships.

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

CBT helps you identify and change unhealthy behavior patterns and adopt healthier coping skills. 

Psychodynamic therapy

Psychodynamic therapy focuses on boosting awareness of your behaviors, thoughts, and motivations to resolve conflicts in a healthy way.

Acceptance and commitment therapy

Acceptance and commitment therapy helps you accept feelings, thoughts, and behaviors and make any necessary changes to better adjust to challenging situations. 

Exposure therapy

Exposure therapy helps you face memories or situations that frighten you so you can overcome them in a safe way. This therapy is commonly used to reduce nightmares and flashbacks. 

Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)

EMDR combines guided eye movements with exposure therapy to better process and overcome traumatic memories.

Supportive psychotherapy

Supportive psychotherapy improves your ability to cope with difficult situations and stress.

Interpersonal psychotherapy

Interpersonal psychotherapy focuses on relationship issues, improving how you interact with coworkers, family, or friends. 

Am I a candidate for psychotherapy?

Dorcas completes a psychiatric evaluation to determine if you’re a candidate for psychotherapy, medication management, or a combination of treatments. She completes a psychiatric evaluation by asking questions about your emotions, moods, behaviors, and thought patterns.

What should I expect during my treatment?

Dorcas tailors treatment plans that provide exceptional outcomes. She offers individualized, couples, family, and group therapy in person and via telehealth. You might meet with her weekly to complete talk therapy sessions.

Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment at New Horizon Mental Health and Wellness LLC by phone or request one online today to learn more about psychotherapy.