Psychological Therapy is More Important Than You Think

The purpose of marriage counseling is to help a couple overcome a myriad of problems that may be causing a wedge between them. It is also aimed at helping them rekindle their love and helping them communicate in an effective way. There are many different types of marriage counseling that exist that each have the same underlying objective but vary in some or the other way. Here are a few: 1.      Family Marriage Counseling - This type of counseling therapy takes family members into consideration. The family members aid the couple to endure their difficulties and overcome them effectively. In this type of counseling it is important for family members to be present as a couple’s problems may significantly affect their children or other members of the family. It helps them overcome hurdles together.  2.      Couple Marriage Counseling - One of the most important things to consider is that both partners must be open and invol...

The harsh reality of the current society in India is that marriage is still considered to be the ‘be all and end all’ goal of anyone’s life. Everything we do as teens, and adults is to one day be an eligible bachelor or spinster. Because of the pedestal that we have placed the institution of marriage on, it is hard for us to accept that any relationship, legally binding or not, can be flawed. Marriage counseling as a concept is still frowned upon in most of the today’s Indian society. So much so that people continue to be in toxic marriages because even thinking about separation is blasphemous. However, sooner rather than later, people will have to understand that whenever two individuals are involved, conflicts are bound to happen. Those conflicts go up a few notches when one of the people, or both, have deep underlying issues of their own. And they never really worked on them because the society made them believe that marriage fixes everything, including them. No matter how g...

Before we talk about the kinds of therapy and what is best suited for a individual, let’s understand what therapy all is about. In a nutshell, therapy is the treatment of a psychological disorder by a trained counseling psychologist in a controlled environment. When you break your leg, and after spending a few months in a cast, you go for physical therapy, right? Similarly, after facing a trauma that has taken a toll on you, to go for therapy to become better equipped in dealing with the trauma or even getting rid of it altogether. While therapy has lived on the fringes of mainstream society for many years, the recent uptick in more and more people talking about it has certainly given it a boost. The idea of therapy is a lot less alien to people than it used to be about fifteen to twenty years ago. So, what kind of therapy can you go for today? Let’s find out! There are multiple techniques of therapy that most therapists turn to depending on the person, the reason, the budget a...

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...

What is Group Counseling? Group counseling is a method of psychotherapy that encapsulates meeting a group of individuals who face similar problems and concerns. Group sessions facilitate sharing experiences and listening to other people's experiences. Group counseling ensures and provides a supportive environment to discuss concerns and helps individuals to work towards their goals. Groups meet on a weekly or a quarterly basis and each group has up to 5 to 10 students who are led by a counselor. Each group session may have a different time duration but on an average the duration varies from 50 to 80 minutes depending on the nature and members of the group.  Benefits of group counseling: 1.      A feeling of belonging - Groups help individuals realize that they are not alone in their journey and that other individuals face similar challenges and problems as well. This helps individuals realize that they are not suffering by themselves and together, t...

Therapy is far beyond the idea of merely sitting on a couch and venting. There are many misconceptions that surround the concept of talking to a mental health professional. Many people wrongly assume that talking to a counseling psychologist makes you weak because of which many people hesitate to seek help in the first place. We’ll let you in on a secret – therapy targets everything and nothing, depending on what you need help with. From the most complicated mental health issues to merely expressing your day to day thoughts, therapy plays a pivoting role in helping you keep a leash on your mind and its health. Here are few reasons why you should give therapy a shot: 1.      If you experience mood swings - It is natural for your mood to fluctuate once in a while, but if it is persistent, it might be something to worry about and to dig up the root cause of the problem, for it might be a sign of a mental health issue – specifically a mood disorder. A counseling ps...

There are many different types of support groups that target different topics, concerns and mental health conditions. Some of the most common issues that support groups address are depression, anxiety, grief, borderline personality disorder, substance abuse, eating disorders, teenage problems, etc. Most of the time, support groups are led by counselling psychologists or trained mental health professions, while other times, they are led by individuals who are also in recovery. Group counseling or support groups are recommended to individuals who are battling mental health problems or substance abuse in addition to individual therapy sessions and routine medications. We have listed down nine benefits of support groups for individuals who are uncertain of it or are considering it. You Are Not Alone - Most people who experience support groups tend to say that until they experienced it, they think they’re the only ones facing that problem. Most people are surprised to find that the...

Group therapy is a form of psychological therapy that is characterized by one or more therapists working in coordination with multiple individuals at the same time. Grouptherapy is widely used in a lot of medical health facilities like hospitals, private counseling practices, mental health clinics, community centers etc. Group therapy is sometimes used by itself and is sometimes integrated into a comprehensive treatment plan used in synchronization with individual therapy and prescribed medication. Principles of Group Therapy - Counselors and therapists over the years have outlined some key therapeutic principles for group counseling that have been chalked out and derived from the reviews and reports from individuals who have participated actively in group counseling sessions. Here are a few core principles:         Instillation of hope : Group counseling brings together individuals who are suffering and are at different stages of the treatment process. G...

Battling drug abuse is strenuous but not impossible. Detox is only the beginning of a long and difficult process wherein an addict learns to manage and eventually stops the abuse of drugs. Counseling is an important aspect of treating addiction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, Group Counseling and other kinds of therapy can help addicts stay clean. Often, addiction can lead to other psychological problems which can be treated through psychotherapy. So, why exactly do you need counseling? When an addict is dependent on drugs, it goes beyond mere physical dependence. Even after an addict is detoxified, certain psychological and social factors can play the role of triggers which may lead to a relapse. A counseling psychologist can help you combat triggers such as stress, environment cues, peer pressure and can help you simmer down cravings by teaching you how to manage temptations.  No one method of therapy is better known than another, and so, the...

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...

Therapy in general is a widely misunderstood and under-studied subject in a country like India. However, at least in bigger cities like Mumbai, people are now at least opening up to the concept and are actively seeking therapy for their various life situations. This has given rise to a number of different forms of therapy as well, including the proliferation of family therapists in Mumbai . Who or what exactly is a family therapist? Let’s understand this concept in greater detail. Conflicts arise in every family. However, ever so often, things might reach a point where it might create a rift between the otherwise loving family members. Family therapists seek to work with the entire family to help people re-build their relationship with their loved ones from scratch. This is done through group counseling sessions with the entire family. Think of it as just another therapy session, however one that doesn’t just take place with an individual but involves the entire family as well. ...

Ask any therapist for teens in Mumbai will tell you, teenage is probably one of the most stressful times in a person's life. The biggest problem at this, however, is the extensive lack of support that teens get from every corner of their life. While parents might argue that they have always been there for their children and are prepared to help them through any phase in their life, the reality is that the teenage years are a rather unique case. At this age, what a child needs more than anything else is a professional therapist who helps them put their problems into perspective and helps them chart out a plan for their future. Let's explore this concept further. When your child is growing up, as a parent you do everything in your power to ensure they have everything they need. You act not only as a doing parent but also a friend and things run smoothly until they hit puberty and enter their teens. Suddenly, you find yourself distanced from your child and unable to commun...

It is said that man in a social animal. What this means is that we find solace in the company of others, especially when it comes to the difficult periods in our life. Hence psychologists too pondered whether therapy should just be an individualistic affair. Out of these musings, was born the concept of group therapy and group counseling . Let us understand what exactly these are and how they can impact your life. In essence group therapy involves bringing together a number of patients and helping them work on their issues collectively. Group activities for teens and alcoholics anonymous meetings are examples of group therapy. In both these cases, you will have a counselor or therapist leading the discussion while the patients talk and share about their issues. It is a great way for people to feel that they are not alone and helps them also empathize with their fellow sufferers. On the other hand, group counselling is a very different concept altogether. This involves attending...