Do I really need therapy? I can usually handle my problems.
This helps the patients in not only self reflection, but also encourages self reliance outside my chamber. And, this is what seeds the root of self-confidence as well. The painful emotional beliefs and reservations that restrict the individuals from meeting their goals, or following their passion, can be overpowered when the person starts to accept the reality, and let go off the past. I believe that the patient and the psychologist can work together to find a problem, and I practically and actively approach that method.
What are the signs of being abused by partner?
You probably know many of the more obvious signs of mental and emotional abuse. But when you’re in the midst of it, it can be easy to miss the persistent undercurrent of abusive behavior. Psychological abuse involves a person’s attempts to frighten, control, or isolate you. It’s in the abuser’s words and actions, as well as their persistence in these behaviors. The abuser could be your spouse or other romantic partner. They could be your business partner, parent, or a caretaker. No matter who it is, you don’t deserve it and it’s not your fault.
Domestic abuse, of course, can take a serious emotional toll, creating a sense of helplessness, hopelessness, or despair. Domestic abuse can cause people to believe that they will never escape the control of the abuser. They may also exhibit a constant state of alertness to the point they never can completely relax.
How can I get support after consultation?
Seeking therapy can be a great thing, but it can lose its meaning without aftercare. Aftercare is an individualized plan that’s put into place after primary assessment and treatment are complete.
Aftercare planning is similar to the treatment of any chronic health condition. An aftercare plan is like a discharge plan from a hospital or treatment facility to further treat a chronic condition. In the treatment of mental health conditions or behavioral disorders, aftercare planning must include the following:
- Proper understanding of the severity of the condition
- Identification of potential barriers to successful treatment
- Outpatient care expectations
- Appointment setting
- A realistic, sustainable self-management plan
- A regrouping plan in the event of a recurrence of symptoms
What can I expect in the first session when I see a therapist?
Your first session will be different from future visits. The initial visit is a period to get to know each other and get an idea of how to proceed. Future visits will be more therapeutic in nature. For example, in your second session, you may explore a specific symptom, problem, or past trauma you mentioned in the first session.
Depending on your issue and therapy goals, therapy can last a few sessions or several weeks or even more. While you likely want to know how long it's going to take to "feel better," there's no simple answer. It's very individualized.
When should I seek for help?
Most people will feel low, anxious or irritable at some point in their lives. But if you have several symptoms at the same time, this could mean you have a mental illness. Especially if you have had them for some time. Your symptoms might be having a significant affect on your day-to-day life. It could also be a sign that you are expecting mental illness.
The following symptoms could be signs of mental health problems.
- Being anxious and irritable.
- Having a low mood.
- Finding it difficult to concentrate or remember things.
- Sleeping less or too much.
- Changes in your mood.
- Finding it difficult to manage everyday life, for example, preparing food and washing regularly.
- Feeling teary.
- Becoming suspicious or paranoid.
- Becoming isolated and withdrawn.
- Having suicidal thoughts.
- Believing that your family and friends want to do you harm.
- Believing that people or organisations are out to get you.
- Experiencing hallucinations. This means sensing things that other people don’t, this can include seeing and hearing things.
- Believing that you have special powers or are on a mission.
- Excessive spending and problems managing your money.
- Having flashbacks or nightmares after a traumatic event.
These feelings can often be distressing and hard to cope with. But with the right support and help you can make positive steps towards recovery.
Client Confidentiality
Confidentiality includes not just the contents of therapy, but often the fact that a client is in therapy.
