
Psychotherapy offers support, information, skills, and a path to follow when you struggle with emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges. At Calm Psychiatry, PC, Nneka Okoh Godwin, PMHNP, offers caring, person-centered therapy that’s carefully designed to meet your unique goals. Calm Psychiatry is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, but you can get the therapy you need no matter where you live through telehealth. To schedule an online visit, call the office or book online today.
request an appointmentWhat is psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy, is an essential treatment for mental health disorders and life-related problems for which you need guidance or support. During therapy, you talk with a compassionate, highly trained, and experienced therapist.
Their job is to guide the conversation, listen to your experiences, offer information, and teach the skills you need to deal with your issues. You gain insight into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and move forward with the strength to manage the challenges you face and achieve a fulfilling life.
When would I need psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy supports your ability to cope with any life hurdle you may face. You can benefit from psychotherapy if you struggle with issues like bullying, stress, low self-esteem, or grief.
Many people seek help at Calm Psychiatry, PC, when they’re struggling with a major life transition, whether they lost a job, separated from a partner, or they’re moving to a new city. Calm Psychiatry, PC, also offers life coaching, helping people reach their personal and professional goals.
Couples dealing with conflicts they can’t resolve can find the guidance they need with therapy. Parents often seek psychotherapy when they feel overwhelmed with their child’s behavioral or emotional challenges.
Psychotherapy is one of two primary treatments for mental health disorders, such as:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Eating disorders
- Insomnia
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Psychotherapy can improve your life whether you need direction, want to become more independent, or need to improve communication or socialization skills.
What type of psychotherapy might I receive?
During your first telehealth consultation, your Calm Psychiatry, PC, provider completes a psychiatric evaluation and learns about your challenges and goals. Then they work with you to create a treatment plan that meets your mental health needs.
Their experienced therapists are skilled in a wide range of therapeutic techniques, from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to life coaching. They draw from many possible approaches, recommending the one that works best for your goals.
You may need structured therapy exploring the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors (CBT). Or you may get the help you need through free-flowing conversations exploring your experiences. Some therapies focus on solving problems, while others delve into emotions or teach skills for managing your challenges, and all of them can be easily performed via telehealth.
If you have questions about psychotherapy or want to schedule a telehealth appointment, call Calm Psychiatry, PC, or use online booking today.