What is psychotherapy or psychological therapy?
Psychological therapy, also called psychotherapy or for some just therapy, is the process in which the psychologist and the patient form a collaborative relationship. This relationship is intended to relieve symptoms that affect thoughts, behaviors, emotions, non-medical physical symptoms (palpitations, stomach pain, lack of energy, etc.) relationships with others. Through conversation, exercises and tasks, we seek to reduce the symptoms that lead us to seek psychological therapy.
When to go to the psychologist?
The psychologist is the mental health professional who helps us when we are experiencing events that impact our thoughts, behaviors, emotions, non-medical physical symptoms (palpitations, stomach pain, lack of energy, etc.) relationships with others. If you feel that some situation is affecting your life, it may be a good idea to see a psychologist. Another indicator that can be important is when some people notice certain changes in us and recommend that we seek help.
How does a psychologist work?
The psychologist generally works through conversation in the first sessions, the psychologist will gather information about your problem, how it originated, since when you are experiencing these symptoms, how they affect your life, etc. With this information, the psychologist will seek to understand you and will be able to create a plan to start treatment.
Later, the intervention phase will come. In this phase, the psychologist (depending on the approach) will begin to give you tools that will be useful to reduce your discomfort. Some psychologists use tasks to reinforce what was learned in the session
Finally comes the maintenance phase. In this phase the psychologist will begin to space out the sessions more until you no longer require it.
Advantages of going to an online psychologist
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With the online psychologist you erase the physical distance barrier. You can receive attention from anywhere in the world without having to travel.
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The online psychologist has greater flexibility in schedules. By reducing the physical barrier, you have more flexibility to choose a time when you want to receive the sessions.
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The online psychologist is a good alternative for people who have some physical mobility impediment since only a device with internet access is needed.
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With the online psychologist you save time and money by not having to commute.
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With an online psychologist you maintain your anonymity by not meeting acquaintances in the psychologist's office.
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The research shows that there are no significant differences between online therapy and face-to-face therapy.
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The online psychologist offers various means to carry out the session, video call, call and chat.
For whom is an online psychologist NOT recommended?
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The online psychologist is not recommended for people who have an unstable internet connection.
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The online psychologist is also not recommended for people who are not familiar with technology (unless someone is willing to support them)
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Disabling or serious disorders. When a pathology has a significant impact, it is advisable to see a psychologist in person.
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Attention to crisis (situations that put you at risk and can potentially put another person at risk) in this case click here.
Cognitive behavioral psychotherapy is the model of psychotherapy focused on changing our thoughts and behaviors to
regulate our emotions. It is the model of psychotherapy that has had the best success in treating disorders such as depression and
anxiety.
