THE KEY TO WORKING SUCCESSFULLY WITH A COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGIST

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THE KEY TO WORKING SUCCESSFULLY WITH A COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGIST Going to a counseling psychologist is a big step. For weeks and sometimes months you contemplate making the move and when you finally do it feels like a momentous decision. Naturally, you would want to make the best out of your therapy process though how you would achieve this is not immediately apparent. Of course, the counseling psychologist will guide you and help you through the process but there are a few things you need to keep in mind from your end to ensure that you get the help you need. To begin with, you need to be receptive to the concept of therapy, be it family counseling or proper behavioral therapy. At the risk of quoting an over-used line, you need to want to change. You need to understand that the therapist is not a miracle worker. They can only help you if you are ready to work with them. This will require you to not only have an open mind but understand that they are there to guide you and help you. Another important point you need to consider is what you are hoping to achieve through therapy. The therapist will of course help you chalk out your goals, but you need to first be clear in your head with regards to what you see as a successful outcome. Another common misconception people have about therapy has to do with the assumption that therapy is a never-ending process, and nothing could be farther from the truth. Therapy can be guided towards a common goal but only if that goal is well defined. You need to then have a conversation with your therapist even if it's for something as basic as couple therapy. Mumbai's therapists go to great length to ensure that their patients don't have to attend therapy forever. Moving on to the issue of medication. While therapists do prescribe psychological medicines, this is not always the norm. If you are uncomfortable with the concept of being under medication, you can discuss this with your therapist beforehand and chalk out a plan that works best for you. Most therapists are also flexible when it comes to scheduling sessions. The key here is for you to be consistent and very committed to the process of therapy. Just seeing a therapist for a few sessions may not be enough and you need to stick to the concept and not give up halfway through. If you are seeking regular therapy or couple therapy, Mumbai has several therapists to offer. While most of them cater to all kinds of issues, you also have certain therapists who specialize in treating certain patients. No matter what kind of therapist you narrow down on, make sure you do your homework before seeing the therapist. The key is to be as honest as possible. Don't be afraid to ask questions, hostility and fear are the two biggest barriers to therapy and they can only be overcome through clear communication.

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