Reality therapy also uses something called the WDEP system, which stands for “wants, doing, evaluation, and planning.” The WDEP system involves the following: . Wants: The therapist works with ...

Solution-focused therapy is based on the philosophy of post-modern constructivism, a social learning theory that suggests your reality is shaped by your experiences with the world around you.

The idea is to bring the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, into the metaverse and enable users to interact with others as anonymous avatars through voice- and text-based chat.

From tear-filled confessionals of “The Real Housewives” to relationship counseling on “The Valley,” therapy sessions have become as common on reality TV as champagne flutes at a Bravo reunion.

Reality shows like “The Real Housewives” regularly feature cast members meeting with therapists. SELF asked experts whether these on-screen sessions actually help.