When Therapy Can Help
Individuals find therapy helpful in a number of situations — when wanting to explore and develop a deeper understanding of themselves, when addressing long standing concerns and underlying worries in their lives, or when suddenly feeling overwhelmed by a current situation and struggling to cope.
Therapy can therefore be particularly useful for a range of problems including:
Behavioural Issues
- anger management
- panic attacks
- eating disorders
- bipolar disorder/manic depression
- obsessive-compulsive behaviours
- substance abuse
Thoughts, Feelings & Actions
- anxiety, worry, tension
- feelings of hurt, hopelessness and unable to cope
- feeling alone isolated, needy and disconnected
- over-defensiveness
- indecision and low motivation
- self-esteem, self-confidence, or self-worth issues
- going through a major loss or life change not knowing who you are or what you want
Family, Romantic or Social Relationships
- physical or sexual abuse
- feelings of estrangement
- guilt, obligation, and boundary setting issues
- trust, control, or intimacy issues
- difficulty letting go or moving on
- balancing togetherness or separateness
- problems with communicating constructively
Work Related issues
- workplace stress
- "workaholic" behaviour
- lack of confidence
- abuse at work
- lack of fulfilment
