Frequently asked questions
What is psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is a collaborative process between a trained therapist and an individual, aimed at exploring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to foster personal growth, emotional healing, and overall well-being. Through various therapeutic techniques and approaches, psychotherapy helps individuals gain insight, develop coping skills, and make positive changes in their lives.
What can psychotherapy help you with?
Psychotherapy offers a safe space for exploration and healing, addressing a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and self-esteem. Through collaboration with a skilled therapist, individuals can gain insight, develop coping skills, and foster personal growth to navigate life’s complexities with greater resilience and clarity.
When should I consider seeing a psychotherapist?
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lost? It might be time to consider seeing a psychotherapist. Whether you’re grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, therapy offers a safe space to explore, heal, and grow. If you’re wondering when to take that step, trust your instincts. Seeking support isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a courageous choice to prioritize your mental health and well-being. Discover the transformative power of therapy and take the first step towards a brighter, more fulfilling life.
Here are some ways in which psychotherapy can become a helpful tool
1. Emotional Support: It provides a safe and supportive space for individuals to express their emotions and feelings without judgment.
2. Insight and Awareness: Psychotherapy helps individuals gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, leading to increased self-awareness and understanding.
3. Skill Building: It teaches coping skills and strategies to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues effectively.
4. Behavioural Change: It assists individuals in identifying and changing negative patterns of thinking and behaviour that may be contributing to their difficulties.
5. Relationship Improvement: Couples or family therapy can help improve communication and resolve conflicts, leading to healthier relationships.
6. Trauma Processing: It aids in processing and healing from past traumatic experiences, allowing individuals to move forward in their lives.
7. Goal Setting: Psychotherapy helps individuals set realistic goals and work towards achieving them, promoting personal growth and development.
8. Support During Life Transitions: It offers support and guidance during significant life changes, such as divorce, career changes, or loss, helping individuals navigate these transitions more effectively.
9. Crisis Intervention: In times of crisis or distress, psychotherapy provides immediate support and intervention to help individuals cope and regain stability.
10. Preventive Care: It can serve as a preventive measure by addressing underlying issues before they escalate into more significant problems, promoting overall well-being and resilience.
What is your cancelation process?
Due to high demand of services, we require 48 hours of notice to cancel a scheduled session with our team. Failure to do so will lead to a non-refundable cancellation fee of the full price of the service(s) booked.
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When should I see a Psychotherapist Vs a Psychologist Vs a psychiatrist?
Psychotherapist:
- Seek when dealing with emotional or behavioral issues.
- Provides talk therapy and counselling.
- Focus on understanding and addressing thoughts and feelings.
Psychologist:
- Choose for in-depth psychological assessments and therapy.
- Specialize in various therapy approaches.
- Hold a doctoral degree in psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.).
Psychiatrist:
- Opt for medication management and psychiatric treatment.
- Medical doctors specializing in mental health.
- Suitable for conditions requiring medication alongside therapy.
Is psychotherapy covered by insurance?
As a private practice, services at Find Your Strength are not covered by OHIP, but if applicable, it may be partially or fully covered by extended health insurance/benefit plan(s). The coverage for each carrier is different, so please check your plan to find out whether you have coverage for services provided by registered psychotherapists or social workers, the claim procedures, details required on receipts, and whether or not you will require a letter of referral from your physician.
Fees paid for psychotherapy and counselling services may also be eligible for inclusion in your medical expense deduction on income tax. Please speak to your accountant regarding this.
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