Therapy Terms
Definitions for common therapy terms and acronyms.
ABA: Applied Behavior Analysis
A therapy that uses techniques to improve specific behaviors.
ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
A therapy that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies.
ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
ART: Accelerated Resolution Therapy
A therapy that aims to resolve traumatic memories quickly.
BA: Behavioral Activation
A therapy that aims to increase engagement in valued activities.
CBT: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
A therapy that focuses on changing negative thought patterns.
CFT: Compassion-Focused Therapy
A therapy that aims to help people develop self-compassion.
DBT: Dialectical Behavior Therapy
A therapy that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness.
FAP: Functional Analytic Psychotherapy
A therapy that uses the client-therapist relationship to create meaningful change.
GAD: Generalized Anxiety Disorder
A disorder characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about various aspects of life.
GAT: Group Analytic Therapy
A therapy that uses group dynamics to explore and address psychological issues.
MBRP: Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention
A therapy that combines mindfulness and CBT to prevent relapse in addiction.
MDD: Major Depressive Disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.
NLP: Neuro-Linguistic Programming
A method of influencing brain behavior through the use of language and other communication.
PTSD: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
A disorder that develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event.
REBT: Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
A therapy that focuses on changing irrational beliefs.
SFBT: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
A short-term therapy that focuses on solutions rather than problems.
SFT: Solution-Focused Therapy
A therapy that emphasizes finding solutions in the present time.
TF-CBT: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
A therapy specifically designed to help with the effects of trauma.
TFT: Thought Field Therapy
A therapy that uses tapping on meridian points to relieve psychological stress.