Does Psychotherapy Work? Hermosa Beach CA
Some people have questioned the efficacy of psychotherapy, which is understandable. The fact, however, remains that psychotherapy works. Several studies have indicated that people who receive psychotherapy experience improvement and relief of their symptoms and are able to function better in their everyday lives.
Who Needs Psychotherapy?
Most people feel they are mentally sound and need no help at all. This is understandable since most people know very little about mental health and how far psychotherapy can help them. The truth, however, is that many people need therapy, even though they won’t admit it. Generally, psychotherapy can be helpful in treating the following mental problems:
- Anxiety disorders
- Mood disorders
- All forms of addictions (including alcoholism, drug dependency, compulsive gambling, and more)
- Eating disorders
- Personality disorders (including borderline personality disorder and dependent personality disorder)
- Schizophrenia.
It is important to also note here that not only people with confirmed cases of mental illness benefit from therapy. Talk therapy can also help in a number of other situations, including:
- Conflict resolution
- Stress and anxiety relief
- Coping with major life changes
- Coming to terms with a serious physical health challenge
- Recovering from physical or sexual abuse or violence
- Coping with sexual problems
- Overcoming sleep disorders.
Book an Appointment
If it has crossed your mind that you need psychotherapy, chances are you truly need it. Its efficacy is actually indisputable, and the benefits are always enormous. You can book a one-on-one appointment with Dr. Lucy Papillon to reclaim your ‘self’ and your ‘life’ through therapy right here.
