Throughout Dr. Agigian's career, he has consistently worked to shorten the length of therapy, while increasing its effectiveness. He typically uses research-tested methods. Dr. Agigian's counseling emphasizes teaching skills to clients so that they can help themselves accomplish their goals.
His practice currently focuses on working with those struggling with fears, anxieties and the psychological distress stemming from traumatic events.
Dr. Agigian has expertise using cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Thought Field Therapy (TFT), problem-focused brief therapy, family and couples therapy and substance abuse treatment. He selects from these methods according to the needs of each client.
Dr. Agigian primarily uses CBT, EMDR and TFT to help those struggling with fears, anxieties and the aftermath of trauma.
CBT encompasses a variety of techniques that address many psychological problems. Dr. Agigian uses one of these techniques, exposure therapy, with those distressed by fears and anxieties. He also often uses breathing retraining, another CBT technique.
EMDR can also work with anxiety disorders, and it has the advantage of often being quicker than most other techniques.
Dr. Agigian has found TFT to usually be the fastest effective method to help clients eliminate anxieties, fears and the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dr. Agigian's expertise in couples' and family therapy can be useful when your partner or others close to you are affected by your problems or when they are in a position to help you overcome them.
His skills in brief therapy can be particularly useful if you feel "stuck" and unable to do what is needed to resolve your problems.
