How To Choose The Right MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST?

What is Mental Health?

Mental Health is an indispensable part of overall well-being. Mental Health is more than the absence of mental illnesses. It tends to affect how an individual thinks, feels and acts. It is the foundation for the effective functioning of individuals. It basically helps in determining how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. It includes the prevention of mental disorders, treatment, rehabilitation and well-being (emotional, psychological, and social). Therefore choosing the best mental health therapist for your needs is an important step in your self-care journey.

Mental Health Therapists are trained professionals with the necessary expertise to help those who are suffering from mental and emotional health disorders. The most crucial aspect of who we are is our mental wellness. It frequently influences every aspect of our lives. Professional assistance is crucial because, as we are all aware, mental health illnesses can be severely debilitating and frequently make people feel, as though they are struggling alone. A mental health professional helps people in leading healthy lives, ensures confidentiality, provides a non-judgmental space and gives access to the resources and tools needed to do so. According to studies, having a solid support network and seeking prompt professional assistance can have a number of advantages, including improved coping abilities, greater well-being, and a longer, healthier life.

Mental Health Therapists assesses and treat mental and emotional health disorders, relationship issues and life challenges. They generally start by taking an elaborate case history, followed by Mental Health Assessments. After the Mental Health Screening process is done, the therapist generally plans out further sessions, where they use various psychotherapeutic modalities. Using different psychotherapeutic modules, the therapists work with patients to establish working rapport and meaningful behavior changes. They also support the individuals by teaching them various coping skills to fight away the struggles of life.

Mental Health Therapists at Samvedna Care can help people with many different issues like:

• Mood disorders: Depression, Bipolar Disorders
• Psychotic Disorders
• Personality Disorders
• Dementia
• Anxiety
• Eating Disorders

Adjustment Disorders brought on by major life changes such as: divorce, separation, or marital problems

• Trauma
• Substance use or abuse
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Somatoform disorders

Mental Health Therapists are also trained to support clients with-

• Anger management
• Bereavement
• Emotional difficulties
• Lifestyle Counseling
• Chronic Health Conditions

Psychologists generally work closely with clients to identify and work through personal issues and develop healthy coping mechanisms for emotional problems, while psychiatrists focus on identifying medicinal or pharmacologic treatments for mental illness or abnormal behaviors. A psychiatrist can prescribe medication while a psychologist focuses on the therapeutic approach to recovery.

At Samvedna Care, we have a team of our in-house team of professionals, comprising clinical psychologists, psychologists and therapists. Samvedna Care also has psychiatrists on their panel, who are well-versed in treating a variety of mental health disorders.

According to Sternlicht, the experience of finding a mental health therapist is "more of an art than a science." Following are some methods to find a suitable therapist for yourself.

• Seek a referral or recommendation from your primary care provider or your family doctor.
• Ask trusted friends and family.
• Search the internet for professional associations that have directories of mental health providers, such as the Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists.
• Check phone book listings or search the internet under categories such as counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists or social service organizations.

We must not hesitate to ask a lot of questions. Finding the right match is crucial to establishing a good relationship and getting the most out of your treatment.