Supportive psychotherapy seeks to restore or improve a client's self esteem and ability to adapt to the struggles of everyday life. It leads to changes in an individual's thoughts, feelings and behaviors by strengthening a client's coping mechanisms.

 

Within a strong therapist-client relationship, clients build their sense of self and work towards developing stronger interpersonal relationships and a balanced outlook on life.

 

Treatment may examine relationships as well as both current and past emotional and behavioral patterns.

Consistency, support from others, and a hopeful attitude are used to prevent negative patterns and

overcome depressive symptoms.

This type of therapy may involve many sessions over an extended time period, or a shorter-term

course of treatment.