Life is rarely without its challenges. There are some, however, that can be so overbearing that it seems impossible to move on. Whether it’s the death of a loved one or overwhelming feelings of anxiety, it’s important you know that help is available for every problem life throws your way.
These are some of the reasons people see psychologists.
Loss
Death is an unavoidable part of life, but that doesn’t make it any easier to deal with. Everyone handles the loss of a loved one, whether a parent or a pet, differently.
Grieving openly or privately are both common, but avoiding the realities of loss can lead to longer, lingering problems.
A psychologist can help you find appropriate ways to cope with the death of someone close to you.
Stress and anxiety
Certain facets of life are stressful, and many situations, from a job interview to relationship problems, can cause you to feel anxious.
Stress and anxiety, if left to fester, can lead to social isolation, depression, and a slew of other problems.
A psychologist can help you manage stress and anxiety by finding the source or cause of your problems, as well as appropriate ways to overcome them.
Depression
Overwhelming feelings of helplessness or hopelessness are common signs of depression. While some people believe that you can just “snap out” of depression, it rarely occurs.
Depression is a common mental health disorder where people lose interest in things, experience fatigue, and often have trouble managing their emotions.
Psychologists can help you find the source of depression , along with helping with negative thought processes.
Phobias
Being afraid of heights and spiders are common phobias, but some unusual and unfounded fears can create substantial problems in your life. For example, fear of eating (sitophobia) may lead to serious health problems.
An experienced psychologist can help you begin to overcome your fears so that you can live without fear of many things (polyphobia) or fear of fear (phobophobia).
Family and relationship issues
Relationships, whether family, personal, or work-related, have their ups and downs. While relationships can be some of the best things in life, they can also be a source of stress and problems.
Working with a psychologist, either individually or in a group setting, can help iron out wrinkles that can form in even the strongest relationships.
Unhealthy habits and addictions
Some unhealthy habits, such as smoking, drinking, and drug use, are often used to escape larger underlying problems or to self-medicate.
While your psychologist will help you get to those problems, they can also help you tackle the problems immediately facing your health, such as:
· Addictions
· Eating disorders
· Stress management
· Sleeping problems
· Performance enhancement
Mental clarity
A psychologist can help you improve your mental clarity by acting as an unbiased set of ears.
Simply getting their problems out in the open helps many people improve their mental clarity, be more able to concentrate, and become more task-oriented.
Psychologists are trained to be great listeners.
Mental disorders
Sometimes multiple symptoms are caused by larger problems.
Mental disorders can manifest themselves in several ways. They’re often disguised as something else and can only be uncovered with the help of a mental health professional.
Some mental disorders with varying symptoms include:
· bipolar disorder
· major depressive disorder
· schizophrenia
· post-traumatic stress disorder
Finding the right help
A psychologist can be a helpful tool in your proverbial health kit. By helping you keep a clear mind and manage any stress, anxiety, phobias, and other problems you face, a psychologist can help you get the most out of life and keep you free from symptoms of depression and other mental health problems.
The first step is finding a psychologist and beginning a relationship that’s open, communicative, and prosperous. Reach us at Taraja Therapy Centre on www.tarajatherapy.com or call/ whatsapp us on +254723500496 for assistance.
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