Verbal Therapy
The Healing Power of Words: How Verbal Therapy Helps You Reconnect and Recover
Verbal Therapy
Verbal therapy, also known as talk therapy or psychotherapy, is one of the most common — and effective — treatments for supporting people with emotional, psychological, or behavioural challenges. Thus, this kind of therapy consists of conversations about thoughts, moods, and experiences with a licensed mental health professional in a structured setting. At its most basic, verbal therapy is about having a safe, confidential space to talk about whatever’s weighing on your mind, building up coping mechanisms, and working toward long-term mental and emotional health. It treats various conditions and is often used within a more extensive treatment plan; at Brooklyn North, we’ll tailor your treatment to your specific needs.
Why is Verbal Therapy Used?
Many mental health conditions and problems in life can be solved with verbal therapy. It can help people create healthy habits, manage symptoms, and enhance relationships. Talk therapy is frequently sought by those who are struggling with the following:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress or burnout
- Grief or loss
- Relationship and family difficulties
- Changes or improvements in life
- Lack of confidence
- Emotional dysregulation
Those with medical conditions who need help reaching personal development goals, improving their communication skills, or making tough choices may also find verbal therapy beneficial.
Types of Verbal Therapy Approaches
Our therapists are trained in a wide range of evidence-based treatments, including:
- CBT: This helps you detect and modify harmful thought habits.
- DBT teaches how to handle powerful emotions and remain calm.
- Narrative Therapy allows you to explore your story and discover new meaning.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: examines how your history may be affecting you today.
We also combine verbal therapy with art therapy or EMDR therapy, which can help with more profound healing.
Benefits of Verbal Therapy
Talking to a therapist can help you improve your emotional and psychological health. Benefits may include:
- A greater capacity for stress and anxiety management.
- Reduced symptoms of depression or trauma.
- Better relationships and communication skills.
- Better knowledge of oneself and more self-confidence.
- Improved coping mechanisms for daily life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are the sessions?
Our art and verbal psychotherapy sessions are typically 45 minutes; EMDR sessions are typically 55 minutes.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes! Most of our sessions are conducted via a secure telehealth platform. We do have some in person availability as well.
What happens in an art therapy session?
In an art therapy session, you will be creating art while talking to your therapist. They may give you guidance on what to create, or it may be free form; either way, your therapist will be talking with you & guiding you throughout.
Do I have to make art?
No! You can choose to make art every week, on occasion, or never at all. You and your therapist will determine what the best course of treatment will be.
What if I’m not an artist?
Anyone can do art therapy – absolutely no artistic skill is required. Art therapy is much more focused on the process, not the product; this means that the process of making the artwork is much more important than the end result.
What happens in an EMDR session?
Your therapist will first explore your trauma history with you so they can focus treatment accordingly. Then the sessions will consist of either you tapping your upper arms or watching a screen as dots pass by in order to access the trauma-based neural network. We know this can sound odd! Please don’t hesitate to reach out and we can provide much more information.
How much do sessions cost?
45 minute sessions are $250, and 55 minute sessions are $275.
Do you accept insurance?
We are proud to be paneled with Aetna, Cigna, and Healthfirst, and enjoy serving folks on Medicaid. However, we are only able to reserve a certain number of slots for insurance clients, so please reach out to inquire if we have that availability. Please also note that many insurances offer benefits for out of network providers!
What is your cancellation policy?
In you have to cancel less than 24 hours before your appointment, you will be charged the full session fee. This is due our inability to offer the slot to another client.
© Copyright Brooklyn North Creative Arts Therapy 2025
