Who is a Therapist

It is 100% normal and common to face problems and challenges in life. It is also not

uncommon to feel that some problems

are beyond your control. Some losses and

tensions are difficult to handle by oneself,

where external assistance can do a world

of good. Licensed practitioners have been

helping millions of people seek respite

from their stress and troubles. These

practitioners are referred to as counselors or therapists who have helped millions

resume life positively and productively.

Their counseling comprises of diverse areas of human behavior and thought patterns

including assessment of emotional health, determining behavior changes, diagnosis

and treatment and facilitating self-help strategies. Counselors work directly with

patients to bring a change in their feelings,

attitudes and thought processes for creating

healthier and productive behavioral patterns in

them. The application of scientifically validated

procedures and a supportive environment for

free discussion ensuring confidentiality are

what therapists offer to individuals suffering from emotional health disorders. The

efficacy of counseling and psychological services is attained only when there is a right

match between therapists and clients.

What you should look for in a Therapist

There are some factors to consider to choose a counselor to work with.

• Credentials and competence of the Counselor/therapist

• Level of personal comfort with the therapist;

The most comfortable with is important

• Licensed counselor or not? How long has he

or she been practicing?

• If his or her area of expertise is relevant to

your problem area

For e.g. drug rehabilitation, woman and child

welfare etc.

• Kinds and mediums of treatment used for

handling a problem

Counseling Emergency

• You go through an overwhelming feeling of helplessness and depression.

• When efforts put in by your support system that can include family and friends

do not make you feel better.

• You find it debilitating to even handle everyday tasks. Difficulty to focus or

concentrate and constant challenges in completing routine tasks are examples

of troubles.

• You worry constantly, have turned pessimistic, always think of failures and feel

there is nothing more to life.

• Your actions cause a lot of harm to yourself or others around you. Excessive

drinking, drugs or other substances, unnecessary aggression and being

unreasonably argumentative are some of the examples.

Counseling and psychological services are an

important need if and when you observe radical

changes like these.

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