Psychological interventions

Psychological interventions are actions performed to bring about change in people. Psychological interventions have many different applications and the most common use is for the treatment of mental disorders, most commonly using psychotherapy. These interventions and support services describe a wide variety of services, supports and strategies that aim to change behavior and support people who are affected by different mental health problems; for example different types of psychotherapies are used for treating anxiety, depression, alcohol dependence, marital and family problems etc. These interventions can be diverse and can be tailored specifically to the individual or group receiving treatment depending on their needs.  The ultimate goal behind these interventions is not only to alleviate symptoms but also to target the root cause of mental disorders. These interventions are provided in various mental health settings.