10 Reasons to Consider Seeing a Psychologist

We all know how important physical health is to keep our bodies going, but mental health is just as important, and many of us overlook its significance.
​It's important to work towards a balance between these two sides of your overall health. 

​Here are 10 reasons you might want to consider when thinking about starting therapy.

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✔️ A psychologist will help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings and will help you to work out how your thoughts and feelings affect the way you behave.


✔️ A psychologist will help you identify patterns in your behavior so you can understand your thoughts and actions and how they impact your quality of life.


✔️ A therapist will help you develop coping skills for dealing with stress, anxiety, depression or past trauma.


✔️ A psychologist can help you with your relationships, explore new things, and cope with stress more effectively. Therapy can also help you overcome depression, anxiety, or substance abuse. You may have to try a few therapists before you find one who suits your needs.


✔️ A psychologist will work with you to figure out what goals are most important to you and how to set up a plan to achieve them.


✔️ They can help explore and resolve inner conflicts and work with you on any mental health problems that may be present


✔️ You'll get a better understanding of yourself and the world around you, and learn to appreciate and respect other people's differences.


✔️ A psychologist can help you find a way to cope with difficult feelings and situations.


✔️ The chance to talk about your thoughts and feelings in a safe environment, without fear of judgment.


✔️​ The chance to learn new skills and strategies for coping with your feelings or dealing with difficult situations in life

If you are having a hard time and feel like you can't cope with your feelings, talk to someone. It's important to remember that it's not your fault. You aren't alone. 

Author
Bernadene Weskin.
Registered Psychologist.