You must first be assessed by the two clinicians who work with the group to assess suitability. A central premise in CBT is that our interpretations of events or experiences contribute to our emotional, physical and behavioural responses. Behavioural interventions are also used to reverse problematic behaviours and to influence cognitive processes. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is based on principles derived from psychoanalytic theory and practice. This form of treatment can be used alone or with other treatments, including medication.
Combined therapy is part of an approach which integrates psychiatric treatments in general.