1- What is Psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is a treatment through talking where you will be encouraged to find words for your thoughts and feelings. It means being honest with yourself and taking responsibility for change.
This is a demanding form of treatment since it requires a commitment and willingness to get in touch with what may be very painful.
You need to be able to make a commitment to attend sessions regularly.
2- When should I seek Psychotherapy?
You can seek psychotherapy for many different reasons:
You may be aware of some feelings or some aspects of your behavior that interfere with your capacity to live a satisfying life.
You may be severely affected by a personal crisis, such as divorce or bereavement.
Whatever the source of your unhappiness is, psychotherapy implies a wish and a will to think about painful feelings and understand them in order to achieve a more satisfying life.
3- How can a therapy help me?
Psychotherapy can help you reach a deeper understanding of your problems and the exact events or experiences that led to them. Psychotherapy takes place in the context of a relationship with a therapist.
The ultimate aim of psychotherapy is to help you understand your problems in order for you to reach a greater satisfaction in relationships, work and social life.
4- What happens if I cannot attend a session?
We will offer you a regular appointment time. The regularity of the sessions is an important part of the psychotherapy process.
If you are unable to attend your appointment, it is important to let your therapist know in advance. Otherwise, you will have to pay for the session.
5- If I go to therapy more than once a week, does this mean I am “ill”?
NO! People, who are functioning in life but are distressed by particular situations, may choose to come for 2 or 3 sessions per week to intensively focus on a particular issue. They may also choose to have an extended session for the same purpose. More than often, a single session per week can limit individuals to recounting the events of the week rather than addressing their issues during the whole session.
6- Can I take two consecutive sessions?
Whenever you feel that you need more than one session, you can refer to your therapist who will evaluate the situation and reserve a double session if needed.
7- What problems are addressed in psychotherapy?
- Feelings associated with loss
- Family crisis including separation
- Developmental problems related to life stages
- Past traumas
- Abuse issues
- Relationship problems
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Phobias
- Obsessions
- Self-harm
- Addictions
- Any other emotional or psychological difficulties