November 15-21, 2015 - Original Health Articles

It's a common question for anyone who has seen a therapist: How long until you start to notice a change in how you feel, and how do you know if therapy is (or isn't) working? Even before you start therapy, it’s important to vet the credentials of the therapist you’ve chosen, says Simon Rego, director of psychology training at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.

Considering therapy, but not sure what kind of therapist you should make an appointment with? Read on for brief overviews of five different types of talk therapy, plus tips on how to find a therapist that meets your needs. Psychoanalysis Created by Sigmund Freud, this is the original “talk therapy,” explains Simon Rego, PsyD, director of psychology training at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.