COMMON QUESTIONS
WHAT IS PSYCHOTHERAPY?
Psychotherapy is a general term for therapeutic approaches that help people gain a better understanding of their feelings, experiences, and behaviors. Psychotherapy is used to help people better deal with emotional suffering and distress including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, phobias, trauma, and eating disorders.
DO I NEED THERAPY?
Often people wonder whether therapy is necessary when there are certain problems in life you cannot seem to change, no matter what you do, therapy can help. Professional help from a therapist can help you solve those problems and help you live a more productive life. Almost anyone can benefit from seeking professional help.
WHAT EXACTLY IS COUNSELING?
Counseling is a process and a relationship that develops between a therapist and a client. Sessions usually last one hour and are scheduled at least once a week for a certain period of time that is agreed upon by the therapist and client.
HOW LONG DOES PSYCHOTHERAPY LAST?
It really depends on your needs. Sometimes the work can be brief and other times it takes longer depending on the problems you bring to the work.