Everyone needs someone to talk to. There is a common misconception that something has to be “wrong” to see a therapist. This is simply not the case. As a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist, I see a therapist on a regular basis as part of my commitment to my own mental health and well-being.
As a mental health professional, I find it encouraging to see that conversations about mental health care are becoming normalized. It is my goal to see our community approach therapy in the same way we approach other professionals we trust to keep us healthy.
Managing your mental health
As a caregiver focused on the needs of others, both at home and in my professional life, I have seen how quickly burnout can happen. Therapy provides a space where I can process my own emotions and thoughts, clarify my goals, and problem-solve. This is essential to my ability to maintain balance and show up in a healthy way for those I love and care about.
Where do you start?
Are you ready to explore therapy but unsure where to start? Have you wondered what actually happens in therapy, about the most common approaches used in therapy, or what approach would be best for you?
Let’s explore these questions in this edition of the Family Corner Newsletter. Here are three articles to get started.
- Types of Therapy shares the common types of therapy, the types of mental health professionals who provide psychotherapy, and the approach each form of psychotherapy takes.
- Seeing a Therapist explores the decision to see a therapist and provides a guide you can take with you to help you get the most out of your first visit.
- Finding a Right-Fit Therapist explores what to look for in a therapist.
