- Is therapy right for me?
- what are therapy sessions like at TIPS?
- Is everything we talk about in therapy confidential?
- Do I really need therapy? I usually handle things on my own.
- What’s the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family?
- how can therapy help me?
- What about medication vs. pschyotherapy?
- How can I get started with therapy at TIPS?
Is therapy right for me?
People seek therapy for various reasons, such as managing emotional distress like depression and anxiety, improving relationships, adapting to major life transitions, and enhancing overall well-being. If you’re looking for support to navigate life’s challenges or wish to grow personally, therapy could be beneficial for you
What are therapy sessions like at TIPS?
Therapy at TIPS is personalized to meet each client’s unique needs. The first session involves a clinical assessment to help us understand more than what is troubling you now, as many times our past is at the foundation of our challenges.
Beyond the initial session, subsequent sessions typically involve discussing recent life events and progress made. Regular sessions are typically held weekly, and active participation is crucial for effective therapy.
Is everything we talk about in therapy confidential?
Absolutely. Confidentiality is a fundamental part of therapy. By law, therapists must protect your privacy and cannot share the content of your sessions without your explicit consent.
Only in extreme cases, like threats to safety, might certain information need to be disclosed, and even then, it’s handled with the utmost care to maintain your privacy.
Do I really need therapy? I usually handle things on my own.
Seeking therapy doesn’t mean you can’t handle problems on your own; it means you’re taking a proactive step toward enhancing your mental health.
Therapy provides professional insights and strategies that can lead to lasting, positive changes, offering a different perspective that might be hard to achieve on your own.
What’s the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family?
A therapist’s role is to remain unbiased, confidential, impartial, and non-judgmental. This can help you feel comfortable admitting and verbalizing thoughts or feelings that you might not share with others.
A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way, teach you new skills, offer different perspectives, listen without judgment or expectations, and reflect your thoughts back to you. Instead of giving advice, your therapist will help you develop the skills to address your situation and come to your own conclusions.
How can therapy help me?
Therapy can provide support, improve your ability to cope with stress, enhance your communication skills, increase your emotional resilience, and provide you with strategies to manage symptoms of mental health conditions.
It’s a collaborative effort that can lead to significant improvements in your overall quality of life and mental well-being.
What about medication vs. psychotherapy?
Medication and therapy serve different purposes but can be complementary.
Medication primarily treats the symptoms of mental health issues, while therapy addresses the causes and teaches coping strategies.
Some individuals benefit from a combination of both. Decisions, discussions and referrals regarding medication is a conversation your TIPS therapist has had a multitude of times.
How can I get started with therapy at TIPS?
Starting therapy at TIPS is a simple process.
You can schedule a complimentary 15-minute clinical screening call with us. During this call, we will discuss your needs and how we can best serve you, providing the information you need to make an informed decision about starting therapy.
You can schedule this clinical screening call using the “Book An Appointment” button below.