What is Psychotherapy?
What is Psychotherapy? Good news! You don’t have to lie on a couch and blame your mother for all life’s problems. Psychotherapy is the process of meeting with a therapist, if it’s with me – a psychologist, to resolve problematic issues through talk-therapy. Through therapy, you will gain improved understanding of your own thoughts, feelings and behaviors, learn skills to cope with your difficulties, and obtain guidance. It’s different from just talking to a friend because therapists are trained to utilize scientifically validated techniques to help you live a healthier and more content life. It’s an interactive process and depending on the therapists’ orientation (a fancy term for the way the therapist understands and treats your problems), both you and the therapist will be talking to some extent. For many people, just having a place to share their feelings openly, without fear of judgment, is helpful. What To Expect in a Psychotherapy Sess...