Psychotherapy can benefit you if you are struggling with emotional difficulties, life challenges and mental health concerns. In therapy you will learn to cope with the symptoms that don’t respond to treatment right away.
Psychotherapy is a wonderful treatment for many of life’s problems. But, sometimes you don’t know when it’s time to see a therapist. Here are 7 signs that it may be time to consider counseling.
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1- You frequently feel overwhelmed and stressed
Stress is a normal part of life. It becomes a problem when it takes you over and calls all the shots. Chronic stress can also have long term health implications. Therapy can be a safe space to lighten your load and address the underlying causes.
2- You notice unhealthy behaviors
If impulses consistently dictate your behavior it becomes a problem. You may be using alcohol, drugs, sex or gambling as a way to cope with difficult emotions. Talking to a professional can help you identify your triggers.
3- Your friends have told they’re concerned
Sometimes your loved ones can notice patterns that are hard to see from the inside. It’s worth considering the opinions of those closest to you. If anybody has told you that they are concerned about you, it may be time to listen.
4- You’ve experienced a trauma
If you’ve gone through a traumatic experience, you may want to make sure you are coping in a healthy way. If you are going through a difficult time, therapy can bolster your resilience and help you rediscover the meaning in your life.
5- You can’t do the things you like to do
Have you stopped doing the things you used to enjoy? Painful experiences and emotions may be keeping you from getting out, having fun and meeting new people. This is a red flag that something is not right and you need help.
6- You feel hopeless
Losing hope or motivation and feeling like you have no future can indicate a mental health condition like depression. When it persists it may lead to suicidal thoughts and that is a clear sign that you need a professional to intervene.
Sometimes your own coping skills may fail you. If you tried half a dozen different things already and nothing brings you relief, that may be a sign that you need to consider speaking to a therapist.
Don’t let your problems overwhelm you. Psychotherapists will tell you that the sooner you seek help, the sooner you feel better.
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If you aren’t sure if therapy could be helpful, err on the side of caution. Reach out to a psychotherapist and ask if your issues can be addressed in treatment.
Are you ready to speak to a psychotherapist? Call (510) 497-4174 today.
This post was written by Lani Gouws on behalf of The Bridge Therapy Center. If you have any questions or require more information, please contact Lani here: lani@bridgecentertherapy.com