Jargon Busting Psychotherapy

Your Friendly Child Psychiatrist: Dr Taghrid

Psychotherapy. It's a term that conjures up images of Freud's couch, yet it's evolved far beyond that.

In this episode, I help you get to grips with psychotherapy's complexities, breaking down technical jargon and explaining therapy types for children and young people. We take a look at the difference between psychological and psychiatric formulation and the benefits individual and group therapy can have.

From psychodynamic psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, play therapy, art therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), I’ll share the workings of these therapies, the average duration for each and what you can expect should you participate in one of these therapy methods.

Support organisations in the UK:

Samaritans - mental health support and suicide prevention, call 116 123 any time for free or text SHOUT to 85258.

Paprus - mental health support and suicide prevention Call 0800 068 4141 or text 07860 039967.

Childline - support for children and young people and suicide prevention call 0800 1111.

NSPCC - support to prevent or stop child abuse call 0808 800 5000.

Young Minds - support for young people and parents/carers.

Mind - mental health resources and support.

Kooth - online support and counselling.

MindEd - online educational resources on children, young people, adults and older adults' mental health. There are dedicated sections for parents and carers who are concerned regarding their child’s mental health. MindEd offers tips on parenting, advice and information from trusted experts and parents working together. MindEd is also an e-Learning resource for professionals across health, social care, education and youth justice settings.