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Psychotherapy in Geneva

In and around Geneva, 3 therapists offer this method. Psychotherapy is the treatment of emotional difficulties and mental health conditions through talking. Together with a professional, you come to understand what is troubling you and develop new ways of dealing with it. Psychotherapy is a recognised treatment and is often paid for by basic insurance.

therapists nearby
3
session length
50–60 min

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Psychotherapy: what is it used for?

  • Anxiety and depression: psychotherapy is among the treatments recommended in clinical guidelines.
  • The effects of distressing or traumatic experiences, and addiction, which also have recognised forms of treatment.
  • Persistent sleep problems, for which a specific form of cognitive behavioural therapy is recommended.
  • Burnout, stress, life crises and grief, where there are some positive studies.
  • Relationship problems, on your own or as a couple.
  • Chronic pain, irritable bowel or concentration problems, alongside medical treatment.
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How well is the effect supported?

Complaints for which this method is commonly used, sorted by the state of research. The rating shows how well the effect is supported, not whether it will help you.

What do the dots mean?
Established
recommended in guidelines, well studied
Partly supported
effect shown in studies, with limitations
Limited evidence
few or weak studies
Hardly studied
used, but hardly or not studied

The rating covers the research, not the therapist.

  • Established

    Addiction

    Counselling and psychotherapy are at the core of addiction treatment. Even brief counselling reduces risky drinking.

  • Established

    Anxiety

    Cognitive behavioural therapy is the first-line treatment for anxiety and panic disorders. Its effect is well established.

  • Established

    Low mood and depression

    Psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, is well established for depression and recommended in guidelines.

  • Established

    Sleep problems

    According to the European guideline, cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia is the first-line treatment, ahead of sleeping pills. It is also available digitally.

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Established · 1 more complaint

recommended in guidelines, well studied

  • Established

    Trauma

    Trauma-focused CBT and EMDR are recommended in guidelines for PTSD. Both work about equally well.

Partly supported · 7 more complaints

effect shown in studies, with limitations

  • Partly supported

    Burnout

    Specifically treats the depressive and anxiety symptoms that often accompany burnout. For burnout alone, the effects of programmes are rather small.

  • Partly supported

    Chronic pain

    Cognitive behavioural therapy slightly reduces pain, distress and disability.

  • Partly supported

    Concentration problems

    For ADHD, guidelines recommend psychological support such as behavioural therapy in addition to medication.

  • Partly supported

    Irritable bowel

    Cognitive behavioural therapy relieves IBS symptoms in studies about as well as hypnotherapy.

  • Partly supported

    Life crises and grief

    In prolonged, highly distressing grief, psychotherapy reduces symptoms to a moderate degree.

  • Partly supported

    Menopause symptoms

    Reduces the burden of hot flushes and helps with mood and sleep. Guidelines name it as an option.

  • Partly supported

    Tinnitus

    Reduces the distress caused by tinnitus and improves quality of life. The sound itself hardly gets quieter.

Limited evidence · 4 more complaints

few or weak studies

Therapists in and around Geneva

  • Portrait of Dr. phil. Céline Jaquet, Psychotherapy in Geneva

    Cabinet Céline Jaquet

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    • 4.8(5)
    • Geneva · 1.5 km
    • Languages: fr · de
    • Online
    PsychotherapyMindfulness training (MBSR)
    Basic insurance (KVG)
    Price
    CHF 90–180
    Next appointment
    Available Thu, 15 Oct
  • Portrait of Julien Morel, Psychotherapy in Geneva

    Cabinet Morel

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    • Geneva · <1 km
    • Languages: fr · en · de
    Psychotherapy
    Basic insurance (KVG)
  • Psychothérapie Bovet

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    • Geneva · 2 km
    Psychotherapy

Costs and health insurance

Basic insurance
yes, with a doctor's referral, minus deductible and co-payment.
Supplementary insurance
may cover additional services, depending on your policy.
Your insurer
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Practice prices
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