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When is psychotherapy helpful? When is it not?
Psychotherapy can be helpful when emotions, thoughts or behaviours impair personal well-being or quality of life. Mental stress can often manifest itself in physical symptoms. Therefore, it can be beneficial to seek professional support from a psychotherapist in the event of physical symptoms without a medical cause.
Psychotherapy can make a valuable contribution not only to coping with current stress or crises, but also to personal development or prevention. However, when it comes to more severe stress, more complex problems and behavioural patterns, or even if there is a diagnosis, we recommend to directly visit a local psychotherapist instead of booking online therapy.
What is the goal of psychotherapy?
The goal of a consultation with a psychotherapist is to support people in difficult phases of their lives and alleviate emotional suffering. A consultation offers targeted support in dealing with challenges and promotes positive changes in thinking and behaviour in order to break dysfunctional patterns. An equally important goal is to promote personal development and health. Therapy creates a space that enables the improvement of individual well-being and positive further development.
How often should I book a therapy session?
The decision on how often you book a therapy session is extremely individual and is influenced by various factors. The goals you have set, the topics and your cooperation during and between therapy sessions play a decisive role. Financial considerations are also important.
Psychotherapy can lead to a limited number of sessions or last for several months or years. The exact frequency and total number of sessions are determined in consultation with the psychotherapist. This alignment makes it possible to flexibly adapt the therapy plan to the needs and progress of each individual person.
In general, a therapy session lasts between 60 and 90 minutes. This amount of time provides enough space to thoroughly address the issues and allows an effective psychotherapeutic experience. Aepsy's budget planner will help you to better estimate the time and cost of your psychotherapy or psychological coaching.
How do I benefit most from therapy?
To benefit the most from psychotherapy, it is crucial to go into sessions with an open mind. Be willing to accept new suggestions and ideas, even if they seem unfamiliar or scary at first. Be actively engaged and make an effort to integrate the strategies from therapy into your everyday life. Honesty with yourself and your psychotherapist is also fundamentally important.
Active participation in the sessions promotes the success of the therapy. Try to attend therapy sessions regularly, even if it is sometimes challenging to deal with your own thoughts and emotions. At Aepsy, you have the option of doing your therapy online. This gives you flexibility, especially if you currently lack the capacity or strength to attend the sessions on site. Aepsy also provides you with supporting materials to help you benefit even more from psychotherapy.