psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is talk therapy – a collaborative process between a trained therapist and the patient. The idea is to get the patient to explore their thoughts, feelings and emotions through confidential talk sessions with their therapist.
Professional therapists use several different approaches in order to help their patients develop coping mechanisms, build their resilience and improve emotional regulation.
The ultimate end goal of this therapy is to equip patients with the necessary skills to navigate any emotional challenges in a healthy manner. This empowers them to thrive, giving them a sense of agency and direction.
What Are The Benefits of Pyschotherapy?
Reduced Anxiety And Stress
Psychotherapy equips patients with strategies to manage their anxieties and worries. Instead of invalidating those experiences, psychotherapy aims to teach the patient effective strategies to cope with their stress and channel it in a more productive manner.
Improved Emotional Regulation
Patients are taught more healthy ways to express and manage their emotions. This enables the patient to have greater self-control and a more balanced emotional well-being. Over time, this empowers them to cope with unexpected changes in a calm and effective manner.
Enhanced Confidence And Self-Esteem
The success in overcoming difficult challenges can help patients feel fulfilled and empowered. They may become more confident in their abilities, which leads to a positive feedback loop of being able to overcome even more difficult challenges and enjoy further success.
Improved Communication Skills
The core element of therapy sessions emphasises the patient communicating their emotional state and anxieties. Thus, psychotherapy enables them to express themselves effectively in various situations, which is an essential life skill.
What Can Psychotherapy Help With?
- Stress
- Anxiety and Depression
- Social Difficulties
- Self-Esteem Issues
- Eating Disorders
- Family Issues
Finding The Right Therapist For You
Psychotherapy involves opening up to your therapist, so a huge amount of trust is involved in the process. It’s important to find the right therapist for you, so that the therapy process is effective. Here’s a list of places where you can start:
- Mindline – a 24/7 mental health service, including a list of mental health professionals who can provide counselling, under their Community Interventions Team (COMIT)
- Psychology Today – Directory of psychologists in Singapore, providing a brief description of their credentials as well as their contact information
- One Intervention Centre – Our Centre provides Cognitive Behavioural Therapy by our qualified professionals. Contact Us Now.
Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength. Investing in one’s mental well-being can empower them to navigate through life’s challenges, develop valuable coping mechanisms, and continue to thrive.