Why see a Psychologist?
04/08/23 10:00
Nearly half of the population will experience a mental health issue at least once at some point in their lives (Sane.org) and psychologists are here to help!
Psychologists can assist individuals with planning and developing strategies for managing uncomfortable emotions like anxiety, stress and anger that might be occurring in relation to work, loved ones or particular situations or events. They can also provide individuals with that much needed support for coping with lifestyle changes, improving relationships, developing personal understanding and finding meaning in problematic behaviour patterns.
Sometimes, people will identify that their emotional health and behaviour is problematic and will look to psychological assistance to help with making change. While, others may be unsure or nervous about change but may come to realise the impact of their behaviour on others, and consider how their life might be different if this were to change. A psychologist can help you with identifying patterns and determining personal areas of growth.
Psychologists don’t read minds and therapy is not a one way street. Clients have a key role to play in therapy. As a partnership, psychologists work with clients to better understand behaviour by exploring thoughts and emotions. Psychologists have undergone extensive training and use scientifically proven approaches to understand how to assess and provide management strategies to support people who are experiencing mental health difficulties.
Most importantly, Australians have found counselling helpful! For example, a report by Sane (2006) found that people who have experienced high levels of stress and anxiety have reported they have found psychological treatment to be the most effective for improving mental health. Having an objective support person to talk to and find new ways to manage difficulties can make a world of difference.
Psychologists are able to assist with difficulties, great or small, on a short or long-term basis and are available to anyone who seek their services. Psychologists aim to empower and support clients in their lives. The bottom line is, psychologists are here for you!
Psychologists can assist individuals with planning and developing strategies for managing uncomfortable emotions like anxiety, stress and anger that might be occurring in relation to work, loved ones or particular situations or events. They can also provide individuals with that much needed support for coping with lifestyle changes, improving relationships, developing personal understanding and finding meaning in problematic behaviour patterns.
Sometimes, people will identify that their emotional health and behaviour is problematic and will look to psychological assistance to help with making change. While, others may be unsure or nervous about change but may come to realise the impact of their behaviour on others, and consider how their life might be different if this were to change. A psychologist can help you with identifying patterns and determining personal areas of growth.
Psychologists don’t read minds and therapy is not a one way street. Clients have a key role to play in therapy. As a partnership, psychologists work with clients to better understand behaviour by exploring thoughts and emotions. Psychologists have undergone extensive training and use scientifically proven approaches to understand how to assess and provide management strategies to support people who are experiencing mental health difficulties.
Most importantly, Australians have found counselling helpful! For example, a report by Sane (2006) found that people who have experienced high levels of stress and anxiety have reported they have found psychological treatment to be the most effective for improving mental health. Having an objective support person to talk to and find new ways to manage difficulties can make a world of difference.
Psychologists are able to assist with difficulties, great or small, on a short or long-term basis and are available to anyone who seek their services. Psychologists aim to empower and support clients in their lives. The bottom line is, psychologists are here for you!