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Phychotherapists At Home

Psychotherapy (also called talk therapy) refers to a variety of treatments that aim to help a person identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Most psychotherapy takes place one-on-one with a licensed mental health professional or with other patients in a group setting. Psychotherapy and medication are the most common forms of mental health treatment. NIMH has information on mental health medications. In general, the goals of psychotherapy are to gain relief from symptoms, maintain or enhance daily functioning, and improve quality of life. You or someone you know might seek out psychotherapy for many reasons, including: Dealing with severe or long-term stress from a job or family situation, the loss of a loved one, or relationship or family problems Having symptoms with no physical explanation, such as changes in sleep or appetite, low energy, lack of interest or pleasure in activities you once enjoyed, persistent irritability, excessive worry, or a sense of discouragement or hopelessness that won’t go away A health care provider suspecting you have or diagnosing you with a mental disorder that is interfering with your life Supporting a child or family member who has been diagnosed with a condition affecting their mental health First being examined by a health care provider can help rule out a physical health issue. This step is important because sometimes symptoms, like a change in mood or trouble concentrating, are due to a medical condition.