Is Psychotherapy right for me?
Introduction
Psychotherapy is a form of mental health treatment that involves talking with a therapist. It can help with stress or anxiety, depression, relationship problems and other issues.
“Many people benefit from psychotherapy. However, if you’re struggling with a problem that interferes with your ability to function and enjoy life, it may be time to seek help.”
Psychotherapy is not for everyone. It’s a good idea to talk with a mental health professional who has experience working with people like you before deciding whether psychotherapy is right for you. Psychologists, psychiatrists and social workers can all provide psychotherapy services.
Some types of psychotherapy include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A type of talk therapy that helps people change their thinking patterns so they feel better in the long run; it teaches them how to identify negative thoughts or beliefs about themselves and others, then replace those beliefs with more positive ones
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): A type of CBT that helps people manage intense emotions by teaching skills such as mindfulness meditation and distress tolerance
“Psychotherapy is based on the understanding that all of our behaviours have a purpose or meaning. When those behaviours result in pain or problems in our lives, then they lose their usefulness and need to be changed. Sometimes we can change these behaviors by ourselves, but sometimes it helps to work with another person who understands what we’re trying to accomplish.”
Psychotherapy is based on the understanding that all of our behaviours have a purpose or meaning. When those behaviours result in pain or problems in our lives, then they lose their usefulness and need to be changed. Sometimes we can change these behaviours by ourselves, but sometimes it helps to work with another person who understands what we’re trying to accomplish.
The therapist helps you to understand why you are doing what you are doing; he/she doesn’t just tell his/her patients what’s wrong with them but helps them discover it for themselves through talking about their past experiences and relating them back to current events. He/she also teaches new ways of behaving that will lead toward healthier outcomes–for example: “If I am feeling anxious about something (e.g., starting a new job), then instead of drinking alcohol I could try meditation.” Or she might say: “When my partner does something annoying like leaving dirty dishes around the house instead of putting them in the dishwasher right away, then maybe instead of yelling at him/her every time this happens I could try asking nicely once or twice before raising my voice again.” In addition, psychotherapists often help clients manage stressors in their lives through relaxation techniques such as meditation which has been shown scientifically over time through research studies conducted at universities across America such as Harvard University Medical School where doctors determined that practicing mindfulness meditation regularly helped reduce symptoms associated with depression including sadness/sadness related thoughts which usually leads people into self-destructive behaviour such as drug use etcetera…
“Psychotherapy is not just about talking; it also involves working on specific skills (such as relaxation techniques) or changing problematic patterns of thinking and behaving (called cognitive behavioural therapy). People sometimes think all psychotherapies are the same; however, there are many different types of psychotherapy available. Each type has its own focus, approach and goals. Some common types of psychotherapy include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, psychoanalysis, group therapy and family therapy.”
Psychotherapy is not just about talking; it also involves working on specific skills (such as relaxation techniques) or changing problematic patterns of thinking and behaving (called cognitive behavioural therapy). People sometimes think all psychotherapies are the same; however, there are many different types of psychotherapy available. Each type has its own focus, approach and goals. Some common types of psychotherapy include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), person-centred therapy, psychoanalysis, group therapy and family therapy in Ottawa and Barrhaven.
If you’re interested in learning more about how these different approaches might work for you or your loved one’s needs, we encourage you to speak with one of our trained therapists today!
What is psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is a form of treatment that helps you understand and change your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Psychotherapy can be done in individual or group sessions with a therapist or psychologist. It can help you manage stress, anxiety and depression, as well as other issues such as substance abuse or eating disorders.
Psychologists are mental health professionals who have doctoral degrees (PhD or PsyD) in psychology; they’re trained to diagnose mental disorders and provide therapy as well as pharmacological treatments when necessary. Therapists may also have PhDs but do not necessarily specialize in diagnosing conditions like psychologists do; instead they focus more on helping people work through their problems by talking about them rather than using medication alone–which makes them good options for people who don’t want to take drugs for their psychological issues but still need some support from someone outside their immediate family circle
How do I know if I need psychotherapy?
If you are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed
If you have problems in your relationships
If you have problems at work
If you have problems with alcohol or drugs
And if these things are causing distress to you and/or those around you.
What other kinds of treatment are available?
- Medication: If you have a mental illness, your doctor may prescribe medication to help treat it.
- Counselling: Psychotherapy is just one type of counselling that’s available, but it’s often considered the best option for treating depression and anxiety because it allows you to talk through your problems with an expert who can give advice tailored specifically to your needs.
- Self-help: Books and online resources can also be useful when learning how to deal with difficult emotions or situations in life (like grief). They can provide guidance on how best to manage these feelings, as well as offer exercises that can help change negative thought patterns into more positive ones over time — though they don’t always provide face-to-face support from someone who understands what you’re going through on a personal level like a therapist does!
How long will it take me to get better?
You want to get better. You want to be happy. You want to feel like yourself again, or at least less like a stranger in your own skin. But how long will it take?
There’s no one answer to this question–and that’s because there are many variables involved in psychotherapy, including:
- The type of problem you’re experiencing (some may be easier to resolve than others)
- Your therapist’s experience level with treating similar issues
- How much effort and commitment you’re willing to put into your treatment
The bottom line is that psychotherapy isn’t something that happens overnight; it takes time for progress to be made toward resolving whatever issue brought you into therapy in the first place–but that doesn’t mean there aren’t any good reasons why people choose this route over medication alone!
How much does it cost to see a therapist?
The cost of seeing a therapist varies depending on where you live and the type of therapy you choose.
You may be able to get your insurance to cover all or part of the cost of seeing a therapist if they have an in-network provider who accepts their plan (which can vary by province). This is often called “out-of-network coverage,” though some companies call it something else entirely (for example, “reasonable and customary charges”). If this is something that interests you and your doctor thinks that it might be helpful for his/her patient(s), ask him/her about getting a referral from him/her directly to see another provider at an office near them so he/she doesn’t have to travel far away every week just for an appointment with someone else’s patients!
Psychotherapy can be a great way to manage stress or anxiety. It can also help with depression, addiction and relationship problems.
Psychotherapy can be a great way to manage stress or anxiety. It can also help with depression, addiction and relationship problems.
Psychotherapy is a process where you are encouraged to talk about your feelings and thoughts so that you can learn how to deal with them more effectively in the future. The goal is not just to relieve symptoms but also to change your thinking patterns so that they don’t cause problems anymore.
Conclusion
The Ottawa Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre is a group of psychotherapists and social workers in Ottawa who offer expertise in a variety of mental health areas and believe in an integrated approach to counselling. We work with you and pride ourselves in creating a strong relationship with our clients by ensuring that we are a good fit to help you attain your therapy goals. We offer individual, couple, family and child psychotherapy to clients in Ontario.
If you’re ready to explore the benefits of psychotherapy and find out if it’s right for you, contact us today. We’ll be happy to discuss your treatment options and answer any questions that come up along the way.
