What is psychotherapy?

Q: Psychotherapy sounds to be a suitable solution for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Please explain what is psychotherapy and its availability?

A:Psychotherapy involves having an indepth conversation with a psychologist, psychiatrist, counsellor or physician, looking into the causes of anxieties, the various complexes or history of abuse. Various coping mechanisms are suggested. The cost and availability depends on where you live.