Here comes the popular statement “I have been through therapy, but it didn’t work”. It’s important to know that counseling is no magic. The counselor and the client work collaboratively over a certain period of time to improve one’s emotional and mental state. Generally, therapy doesn’t help right away. Even in an ideal therapy situation, it can take time for symptoms to improve.
Going to counseling and seeing no change is devastating and may seem like a waste of time and money. YOU ARE RIGHT! But not all people are alike and this is true also of counselors. DO NOT get discouraged if your previous counselor wasn’t up to your expectations, that doesn’t mean you’ll never find someone who understands you.
Also, there are many approaches that can be used in counseling, if you didn’t benefit from one approach, that doesn’t mean you’re not suitable for therapy. Don’t give up!
Most importantly, DO NOT take your brain for granted. Just like any part of your body, it can experience pain, and suffer. Nobody accepts living with a broken arm because you know how important it is for your daily simple tasks. Have you ever wondered why you rush to the hospital if you break your arm? Because you get scared, you see blood. The pain is tangible.
“Maybe one of the reasons you didn’t benefit from your previous therapy experience is because you were forced into therapy. People who feel forced into therapy may feel resistant and find it harder to put in the work needed to make a change. You have to be 100 % convinced to benefit from therapy. If you are fully convinced, with your hard work, you’ll be able to get the results you wish for”.
When it comes to your brain, you tend to care less because you can’t see it. You only FEEL it. What you don’t know is that a mentally ill and unhealthy brain can cause physical pain just like that of a physical injury.
STOP THINKING, START ACTING TOWARD A BETTER MENTAL HEALTH.
YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF!
Hi, my name is Eliza!
I am a Certified Life Coach, cognitive behavioral therapist, and industrial-organizational psychologist based in Dubai.
The challenges and confusion that can come with personal and professional growth are immense, and I faced them myself, but the key to overcoming life’s challenges and achieving success lies within us.
As a psychotherapist, I offer continuous support and motivation to help you reach your goals and find fulfillment. As a counselor, I provide various types of therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal therapy, to help you overcome psychological problems such as depression and anxiety.
Let’s work together to create a healthier, happier, and more successful life for you.
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