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Can you tell your therapist anything?
You should know that therapists are required to keep the things you tell them confidential– with a few exceptions. For example, if they have reasonable cause to suspect you’re a danger to yourself or someone else they may need to involve a third party to ensure everyone’s safety.
Should your therapist tell you about their life?
Contrary to popular belief, a good therapist will never tell you how you should live your life. No matter how long it takes or how hard it is, a therapist’s job is to guide you to make your own decisions and build awareness of your thoughts and emotions.
How do I choose a psychologist for therapy?
If you plan to use your insurance or employee assistance program to pay for psychotherapy, you may need to select a psychologist who is part of your insurance plan or employee assistance program. But if you’re free to choose, there are many ways to find a psychologist: Ask trusted family members and friends.
What can I expect during a psychotherapy session?
Your psychologist might ask you to gather more information, such as logging your reactions to a particular situation as they occur. Or your psychologist might want you to practice new skills between sessions, such as asking someone with an elevator phobia to practice pushing elevator buttons.
What are the signs that you could benefit from therapy?
Signs that you could benefit from therapy include: You feel an overwhelming, prolonged sense of helplessness and sadness Your problems don’t seem to get better despite your efforts and help from family and friends You find it difficult to concentrate on work assignments or to carry out other everyday activities
What is psychotherapy and how does it work?
In psychotherapy, psychologists apply scientifically validated procedures to help people develop healthier, more effective habits. There are several approaches to psychotherapy—including cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and other kinds of talk therapy—that help individuals work through their problems.