Psychological Therapy is More Important Than You Think

Just accepting that you need therapy is a great first step. Especially in a country like India where mental health issues are not talked about and therapy is taboo. While the conversation around mental health in India is at an all-time high in terms of popularity and acceptance, there is a long way to go before therapy and mental health are normalized. Can you imagine discussing a headache as casually as a bout of anxiety with your parents? Seems like a dystonia  idea, doesn’t it? Well, the aim is to turn dystonia  into reality. Till then, mental health counseling will be on the fringes of regular conversation. However, it is worth noting that the rise in popularity of social media has had a major impact on this conversation. Because open conversations and dialogue about mental health can now reach to a wider audience, people from tier 2 and 3 cities have also started to talk about their mental health. This is the real victory for therapy in India. Coming back the main top...

Mental health in India continues to have a stigma attached to it. Even in urban India, where conversation about mental health has become more diverse, the overarching feeling continues to be that of shame. However, it is worth noting that depression counselling in Mumbai and other major cities of India has become a lot more accessible. This can be attributed to social media in a major way. Thanks to the internet and social media becoming such a major part of our lives, seeing people talk about mental health in such an open and unabashed way has had a huge impact on this conversation. People are now willing to understand mental health issues and give them the importance that they’d usually give to other physical health issues. While words like depression are still thrown around a lot more casually, people have become a bit more sensitized to this issue. The best way to tackle this stigma is conversations — that is something that everyone believes in. The more people talk about m...

Every teen undergoes a significant amount of issues through their teenage years. In fact, many therapists for teens agree that teen years are some of the most stressful years of an individual's life owing to the many roles that a teenager must juggle without choosing to in the first place. Sometimes, a teenager’s problems may exceed a level of normalcy and this is when consulting a therapist for teens might help to prevent minor issues from turning into major issues. So, what are some of the most common problems faced by teenagers that they may need help with? Read on to know more.    1.      Depression  - Teenagers are predisposed to having mood disorders considering the many events that may cause a significant change in the way they feel and express themselves. Your teenager may sometimes exhibit symptoms such as sadness, irritability, withdrawal, lack of interest in otherwise enjoyable activities and so forth which may exceed a level of normal...

Your brain consists of almost 1-2 billion neurons and weighs about 2-4 pounds and of course is massively interconnected. Your thoughts, memories, experiences and your personality – the way you are wired – is all cramped into your brain. Amongst all these vast connections and wirings, it is no surprise that sometimes something can go wrong. Thankfully though, there are several groups of people that focus on fixing these issues, as well as preventing them altogether. This area of study is called mental health counseling which is defined as an individual who has a degree and certification in psychology performing therapy using a combination of various forms of psychotherapy to solve a problem that is related to mental health. The most commonly asked question is about the difference between groups that are involved in therapy and the groups that are involved in counseling. Well, there are more similarities than differences, but the primary difference between the two is based on the l...

A person’s mental health is one of the most integral aspects of having a healthy, happy and fulfilled life. According to studies, one in every five individuals experience mental health problems. What is mental health? Mental health is an individual's psychological, social and emotional well-being which influences how they feel, think and behave. A person’s mental health dictates how they make decisions, how they cope with stressors and how they relate to other individuals in their life. A counseling psychologist is a mental health professional that can help an individual maintain a healthy mind and solve any mental health problems. Why is mental health important? Mental health is an extremely vital part of a person’s life that influences the way someone thinks, behaves or expresses themselves. Mental health promotes a person's productivity and helps them cope with the constant changes of life. Hindrances in mental health can affect the way a person function altogether. ...

Therapists have a myriad of different depression management techniques that they have used over the years like antidepressants, cognitive behavioural therapy, relaxation techniques or other wellness treatments. However, a lot of people, including therapists have wondered for the longest time whether group therapy helps or hinders the treatment for depression. At first, most people are cynical about group therapy to treat depression as the anxiety of sitting amongst strangers and sharing experiences can be intimidating and as most people believe, might make their condition worse. However, as opposed to common beliefs, group therapy has several advantages. Here are a few: Support - Group therapy allows individuals to see that problems are universal and that they, alone, are not facing challenges. This can serve as a sense of relief for patients and provide support. Sounding Board - Group therapy allows you to get a wider range of perspectives on your problems and can help...

Depression is one of the most commonly experienced forms of mental disorders in the world. Understanding depression better can help an individual cope with it better. Depression is more than just a mere feeling of chronic sadness. It is a constant and recurrent feeling of intense and prolonged sadness, unworthiness, loss of interest, loss of sleep, loss of appetite and more. If these symptoms persist for over a period of two weeks, then what you are experiencing could be depression. Therapy is the best way to combat depression, amalgamated with prescription drugs. Causes of Depression Depression can be a consequence of many factors like: Genetic factors Environmental conditions History of depression within the family A co-occurrence with other disorders like anxiety, PTSD Traumatic events  Hormonal changes Side effect of certain medications   Types of Depression  There isn’t just one type of depression. Depression ...

In general, we as Indians are yet not evolved enough to fully grasp the power of therapy. In fact, we continue to look at all kinds of mental health issues with suspicion and skepticism. Unless a person has been diagnosed with a serious mental health issue, very often we don’t even consider it to be a problem. A condition that is most often overlooked in this way, is depression. We have a very harmful habit of mentally confusing depression as a mental health condition with simply being or feeling depressed. We all feel low or down from time to time and this is extremely common. However, there is a vast distinction between feeling low and undergoing depression. Depression is a persistent condition that can adversely affect an individual and it’s only through therapy, support groups and group therapy activities can a solution be found. Let’s dive a bit deeper into the idea of depression counselling. Depression counselling in Mumbai is all about leading a better life. Many people...

Depression is probably one of the most underestimated and misunderstood conditions out there. It affects a large part of the population to a greater or lesser degree and yet there is so little that we really know if understand about it. Counselling and therapy can truly make a difference in depressed individuals and can even facilitate a return to normal life. However, achieving this can be a task and it all starts from understanding this condition better. Let's dive into how depression counselling in Mumbai has helped people lead better lives. The people of Mumbai are generally more open to the idea of counselling. Add to that the stress of city life and you have many people struggling through depression. Here depression therapy isn't just about curing people but also rehabilitating them. Step one would, of course, involve one on one therapy sessions. This is where the therapist will get the person to slowly open up and talk about themselves and their problems. Very of...

Most people believe that a counselor or a therapist exists just to solve mental issues. There is a widespread belief that people visiting a therapist are all mentally unwell and this taboo discourages more people from reaching out to therapists. On the contrary, a number of therapists who specialize in depression counseling in Mumbai , also act as a relationship advisor and provide family counseling too. Here are some ways in which a counselor can help you enhance and improve the relationships you have in your life. Nowadays, the concept of family counseling is gaining popularity in the metropolitan cities of the country. It is not uncommon for entire families in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, and Bengaluru to seek professional help as a collective family when it comes to resolving internal disputes. Whether it's a matter of one person in the family undergoing emotional or mental stress or whether it's an issue of general discord within a family, family counseling is ...

Many people undergoing depression often end up underestimating the seriousness of their condition. This is mainly due to society's tendency to not take it seriously. On the contrary, depression therapy is probably the single most effective way to recover from a prolonged bout of clinical depression. Getting  depression help from a professional is crucial and here's all you need to know about it.  Depression therapy does not necessarily involve the prescription of drugs. It mainly focuses on behavioral therapy through a series of personal sessions with a trained therapist. The therapist will essentially provide you with a safe space to talk about your problems and will deep dive into your lifestyle and psyche to understand what is troubling you. Their goal isn't to judge you, rather they will attempt to uncover the hidden problems that might be causing your depression. Next, they will advise you on what kind of lifestyle and behavioral changes you might need to ma...