Therapy approach offered by Dr. Day
Although Dr. Day integrates a number of therapeutic approaches in his practice, he primarily utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy to assist his clients. Cognitive-behavioral therapy requires your active participation and is a relatively short-term, focused, problem solving approach. There is a great deal of scientific evidence indicating this treatment approach is effective for a range of psychological problems. For example, cognitive-behavioral therapy has been shown to be as effective as medication for depression and many types of anxiety problems. After completing therapy clients are often able to maintain their improvement since they have learned skills to more effectively cope with difficult life situations in the future.

What I can expect in therapy with Dr. Day?
During your initial meeting, Dr. Day will ask you about the issues that brought you into therapy. The initial session will be an opportunity for you to judge whether you feel comfortable with Dr. Day and he will assess whether his skills match your needs. Once treatment has been commenced you and Dr. Day will work together to develop a therapy plan that addresses your most significant concerns. Cognitive-behavioral therapy often involves setting goals for yourself between therapy sessions. Dr. Day believes that the success of therapy is best measured by the occurrence of positive changes in your day-to-day life. The between-session goals you set with Dr. Day might include scheduling activities, tracking your thoughts and moods, challenging negative thoughts, and attempting new types of behaviors and coping skills.

What will Dr. Day expect from you in therapy?
Effective treatment requires you to regularly attend your sessions and for you to be willing to complete self-help goals between sessions. These goals will be mutually agreed upon by you and Dr. Day.

How frequently will I see Dr. Day and how long will therapy last?
Typically, therapy sessions are scheduled on a weekly basis. Sessions are generally 50 minutes in duration. Usually the decision regarding to terminate therapy is made cooperatively with Dr. Day and his clients. For some individuals with less severe symptoms therapy may last only a short time (eight to sixteen sessions). Individuals with more long-standing problems may choose to stay in therapy for a longer period. After you begin to improve and feel more confident in handling your problems, you and Dr. Day might decide to gradually taper off your sessions. Occasional booster sessions might also be arranged after weekly treatment has ended to assist you in maintaining the gains you have made in treatment.