HHC Centre An Insider's Guide To Psychotherapy | Page 8

What Does a Psychotherapist
Really Do?
Psychotherapists offer a very effective form of treatment for those suffering
from mental disorders and other issues in your life. These disorders include,
but are not limited to, depression, Stress, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia,
Behavioral Disorders, Personality Disorders, Addiction Disorders, and PTSD.
They help individuals as well as families and couples. Even if you just want
vent and have someone to talk to. We all need someone in life to vent to
about life and its stressors that it brings.
Psychotherapists help you understand and become more knowledgeable
about your condition(s). They help you cope with grieving, depression, and
everyday stressors. As well as overcoming substance abuse. They are very
supportive and non-judgmental. Letting the client feel more comfortable
and at ease to speak freely about their issues. They usually start by
analyzing on what you say and do. By doing this, they can give you better
strategies to help guide you. They help you find your strengths rather than
concentrating on your weaknesses. This giving you more help onto have
confidence in yourself. Psychotherapists also give you ideas for problem-
solving strategies and teach you life skills to help guide you.