What is Psychotherapeutic Counselling?
Beginning to see a counsellor for any new, recurrent or old psychological issue is a giant step in the right direction for those who are struggling. Psychotherapy with a registered therapist is a good way to get the ball rolling for any individual, couple or family.
Psychotherapy aims to bring positive change to clients’ lives through a variety of methods, including behavioural therapies, humanistic therapies, somatic therapies, psychodynamic therapies, and more. As is true with many things, true change takes time and dedication. Therapy is a long-term solution that creates real change, as it is practiced regularly and efficiently.
When to Seek Psychotherapy
Deciding whether or not to go to therapy is a big decision. What you should keep in mind is that if you are thinking about going or speaking with a counsellor, that might be the only sign you need. Seeking therapy does not mean you are a weaker person, it means you would like to keep your mind in shape for the future. Additionally, going to therapy is a great way to spend quality time with yourself, free from real world distractions. But the bottom line is that if you are in a situation where thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are impacting your life negatively for any amount of time, therapy is for you.
Benefits of Psychotherapy
As an individual, psychotherapy will create a healthy mind environment allowing you to focus less on negative thoughts and more on the present world in front of you and what it has to offer. You can expect a higher understanding of yourself, an improved self-image, and stronger security in yourself and your surroundings. Above all, you will feel comfortable and confident in your own abilities. For family and relationships, psychotherapy can offer a different setting for the relationships. In this setting, you can expect to receive clarity, higher understanding, better communication and the much-needed feeling that you are being heard.
How to Find the Right Psychotherapist
Finding the right therapist can be a challenging process. You should find a therapist that you feel comfortable with and who you can trust. You want to tell your therapist everything so that they can help you heal and find clarity in whatever is ailing you. Your therapist should be empathetic and understanding, but also able to point out negative patterns in your thoughts or behaviours. Therapist Daphne Georghiou is a licensed psychotherapist who emphasizes the importance of connecting with your own self. She is both empathetic and understanding and has her clients’ best interest in mind always.
Psychotherapy is an important tool in a healthy life; to book an appointment with Daphne Georghiou, call today and open a new door to the rest of your life.