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Interacting with a computer program can be as effective as seeing a therapist for some forms of anxiety and depression.
Thanks to modern-day technology, patients now have another option that might be more suitable for them and their needs: online counseling...
An incremental approach will help you build the confidence you need.
If this is your first time entering into counseling it may feel overwhelming and you may have some questions. Each state has a department of regulatory agency that regulates therapists but these requirements may vary slightly from state to state. Typically, when you enter into counseling there are a few things that happen during that initial session. First the therapist/counselor will go over his/her mandated disclosure…
Five important questions to ask before choosing a therapist
Can anyone give me a link to a good website that gives free anonymous mental health counselling as right now I am in quite a bad way. I am based in the UK if that makes any difference. Any help greatly appreciated, all the best, Rob :) x
The more daunting it seems, the more you might benefit from the results.
Dear Lifehacker,<br>Things have been really rough for me lately, and I'm thinking about talking to a professional. The trouble is, when I search for therapists and counselors, I get dozens of names with dozens of different titles, like "counselor," "psychologist," "psychiatrist," "therapist," "social workers," and more. How do I pick the right one, and how do I decide who to see?<br>Sincerely,<br>Need Help Getting Help
Luckily for all of us, mental health counseling programs are no longer taboo in our society. Whereas earlier mental illnesses were thought of as “madness” and spoken of only in hushed tones, today we realize the importance of getting help for mental ailments as well as physical ones. Ignoring mental health may be detrimental to …
Allow yourself to feel what you're feeling, and identify it. You can also try cleaning out something.
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Nearly every therapist has had to do it at some point
Whether you're reeling from a traumatic event or can't seem to get out of an emotional rut, seeking out mental health counseling can be a helpful way to get back on track. Since everyone experiences grief, sadness, and stress it can be...
Life balance author/speaker Renee Trudeau blogs about tips for finding the right therapist and how therapy can support self-renewal and well-being.
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We need to end the stigma that counseling is weird or not neccesary.
What is the difference between a therapist and psychologist? There is very little difference between a psychologist and therapist in terms of how they perform clinical work. They both are mental health clinicians. Psychologist spends 1-2 years longer in school and finishes with a Ph.D.
How do we find the right therapist for us or for a loved one… especially if we’re in search of an LGBTQ Affirmative Psychotherapist?
Like many clinical psychologists, I’ve been fortunate to help a lot of people through psychotherapy. I’ve written before about the significant benefits of therapy, and I do firmly belie…