Psychologist

Conditions Treated

• •Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) — Persistent excessive worry about everyday matters affecting daily functioning. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is highly effective.
• •Depression (Mild to Moderate) — Persistent low mood and loss of interest in activities. Psychotherapy is first-line treatment for mild to moderate cases.
• •Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) — Psychological condition after experiencing or witnessing traumatic events — accidents, violence, natural disasters, abuse.
• •Relationship and Marital Difficulties — Interpersonal conflicts, communication problems, infidelity, and relationship distress addressed through couples therapy.
• •ADHD and Learning Difficulties in Children — Attention deficit, hyperactivity, and specific learning disabilities (dyslexia, dyscalculia) requiring psychological assessment and intervention.

Health Tips

• •Talk about your feelings — don't bottle them up
• •Set boundaries — it's okay to say no
• •Limit social media if it affects your mood
• •Practice gratitude daily
• •Seek help before you reach crisis point
• •Regular exercise is powerful for mental health

How to Prepare for Your Visit

• •Think about what you want to address — having a clear concern helps the first session
• •Write down key events, symptoms, and how long you've been experiencing difficulties
• •Know that feeling nervous before the first session is completely normal
• •Check if your health insurance covers psychology sessions — many policies now include mental health
• •Be honest — therapy only works if you share openly. There is no judgment
• •It's okay to cry, get angry, or feel uncomfortable — these are normal parts of the process
• •Ask questions if something doesn't make sense — good therapists welcome questions
• •Discuss practical matters — session frequency, fees, cancellation policy, and communication between sessions
• •Complete any homework or exercises assigned — these are integral to progress
• •Notice changes in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviour between sessions
• •Give therapy time — meaningful change usually takes 6-8 sessions minimum
• •If you feel the therapist is not the right fit after 2-3 sessions, it's okay to try another — fit matters

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

• •What type of therapy do you use and why is it right for my condition?
• •How many sessions will I need?
• •Is everything I share confidential?
• •Do I need medication alongside therapy?
• •What can I do between sessions to help myself?
• •How will we know therapy is working?

When to See a Specialist

A Psychologist provides talk therapy (counselling and psychotherapy) for emotional, behavioural, and mental health concerns. Unlike psychiatrists, they don't prescribe medication.

• •Stress affecting daily life and relationships
• •Anxiety or depression (mild to moderate)
• •Relationship or marital difficulties
• •Grief and loss — coping with bereavement
• •Child behaviour problems — ADHD, learning difficulties
• •Work burnout or career-related stress
• •Trauma or PTSD (post-traumatic stress)
• •Anger management difficulties

Seeking psychological help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Therapy is confidential and provides practical tools for coping.