With a statistical increase in mental health struggles it is as important as ever for us to take care of ourselves. Research has indicated that 1 in 6 adults on a weekly basis struggle with their mental health in some capacity such as anxiety with a further 1 in 5 also consider taking their life (Mental Health Foundation, 2016). Psychotherapy can be an important source of support for people in looking after their mental health. It is designed to be a safe space to bring your struggles and speak about them with somebody who is completely removed from the situation, devoid of personal judgement or bias. With the therapist in this position in your life, looking in from the outside, they can aim to provide clarity by viewing the bigger picture. They do not take a stance of telling you what to do, but instead can use this perspective to ask questions and pose observations that you may not have considered yourself. It is important to ensure that you have a competent and ethical therapist to make the most from psychotherapy. Whilst providing a simple space for you to share your problems, a qualified therapist can work with an evidence based toolkit to support you through your problems, and in certain cases help to address more complex issues such as trauma. Having a therapist who is qualified and, most importantly, trustworthy is vital here to ensure your struggles are addressed in a safe manner, whilst respecting the impact that they have on your life. Psychotherapy can be for everyone, and you do not have to be struggling with something that is having a major impact on your life to consider approaching a therapist. For some it can be a good space to increase their self awareness, and learn more about themselves in order to address certain behaviours or aspects of their life that they would like to see changed. A good therapist will see the significance of your struggles to you and address them from your point of view as a valid factor in your life.
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