Counseling

Which Type Should I Opt For?

Why opt for Counselling?

Counselling can help you reflect and make sense of difficult life events and find a way to move forward. Some of the benefits are :-

Talking to someone neutral, outside of your immediate situation, can show you a different perspective and help you find a way forward

Counselling can help improve your relationships and your ability to communicate

Talking with a trained counsellor who is skilled at listening can help you process difficult thoughts and feelings

Sharing your worries helps you feel less alone with the problem

You can gain a better understanding of yourself and a clearer sense of what you want and need

You can practice communicating more clearly and honestly in the safety of the counselling relationship

If you’re still not sure, the best way for things to become clearer is to book an initial session with a counsellor. That way you can find out more about how counselling works and the counsellor can help you decide if it would be useful for your particular situation.
Instead of asking “Do I need counselling”, it’s always better to from the same question as, “Will I benefit from counselling?”
Many people, whatever their situation, have found counselling extremely helpful. It tends to be more useful, effective and successful if you believe that it is the right thing for you.

General

We understand that on some days you feel low and need to speak to someone, without any judgment and the very next day you feel alright. But the issues that affected you in the first place are still present and may push you to feel worse again soon, if not dealt with.

General Counselling can help you if :-

Something has been troubling you over a period of time and you’re having difficulty finding a solution on your own.
Things are getting on top of you, and affecting your well being, for example, causing depression, anxiety or stress.
You find it hard to talk to friends or family.
Issues from the past/present are having an impact on your day to day life.

Pre-marital Counselling

Pre-marital counselling helps foresee and find solutions to relationship problems before marriage. Marital counselling on the other hand helps to manage marital conflicts and stress. We all want to find earnest love, to have someone who will be there with us through all of life’s adventures, to share laughter, joy & excitement with, and to turn to when things get tough.

In the search of that very love we sometimes rush into relationships under a belief that we have found “the one”. Unfortunately, in certain situations, where things do not play out as expected, we are left with hurt, disappointment and a bruised heart. It is rightly said, prevention is the best cure

Before you get into a relationship with someone else, work on identifying what it is that you require from the relationship. At The State and Mind we guide you in strengthening yourself and give you tools to go out and find the lasting love you have dreamed of.

Marital Counselling

According to relationship & marriage experts, couples wait for an average of six years of being unhappy before getting help. Individuals in unhappy marriages tend to feel unheard, misunderstood, lonely, disappointed, discouraged, as well as helpless. These relationship dynamics may develop into resentment & bring about the worst in any person.

When couples encounter problems or issues, they may wonder when it’s time to seek couples/marital counselling.

Here are some signs that help may be needed:-

Poor/Broken trust
Difficulty in resolving disagreements
Lack of intimacy : emotional or physical
A devastating event that is impacting your relationship.

Divorce & Post Divorce Counselling

Divorce & Post divorce counselling (private or court ordered) is therapy for those who have finalized divorce and are now required to make decisions for their own future as well as their children.

We, at The State & Mind, acknowledge the feelings of loss and grief that are associated with divorce or separation. It is possible that both parties are ready to move forward and may feel relieved; but in many cases one or both may be left lost, scared, confused, anxious, depressed, angry or filled with self-doubt. In both situations, counselling can help avoid self-destructive behavior, feeling stuck or discouraged about the present, future and/or new relationships.

Additionally there may be doubt and confusion on how to deal with children, extended family, spiritual and religious beliefs. Counselling can help improve your mental, spiritual and physical well-being. It also helps facilitate the process that may otherwise seem extremely difficult.

Mental Health Awareness

Mental health is as important as physical health. Be it work stress, personal issues, personality assessment, stress management, child counselling, career advice and more. We put things off in life out of fear, convenience or because we are too afraid to step out of our comfort zone. But may be stepping out of that zone is what’s best for us, for our family & for our future. Talk to a specialist today about your enlightenments and about a pathway. You must learn a new way to think before you can master a new way to be.

Therapy Sessions

Are you Facing a transition? Experiencing sadness? Anxiety? Having relationship trouble? Just feeling overwhelmed with life?

Therapy can help reduce your suffering and increase the positive qualities in your life. Ever been told (or told yourself) that you should just “get over it”? And feeling stuck because you can’t? Talking with a psychotherapist can help you feel and get better. We have a variety of diversely trained therapists we can match you with to address your individual concerns and needs.

We can’t change difficult situations of the past, but we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

If you’re looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

We look forward to your call or email to schedule an individual, couples, child or family therapy session today.

Our services are tailored to the needs of the client. We do understand that sometimes it’s difficult to know where to begin. Contact us and we will be happy to provide our recommendation for your best treatment.

Couples Therapy

Being part of a couple can be one of the most satisfying parts of life but it can also be one of the most painful. Life’s expectation of happily ever after is often tainted by infidelity, miscommunication, fertility, money issues, sick children, job loss, empty nest and more.

Sometimes having a therapist hear what you are trying to say to your partner helps clear the communication blocks that hold couples back from intimacy, connection and growth. Therapists specialize in all partnerships, same-sex, opposite sex.

The therapist will help you and your partner to listen to each other in a new way, understand what the other is trying to say, and help you develop new ways to communicate that fosters growth both individually and together. Helping to heal and to grow together.

Individual Therapy

Anxiety, depression, addiction, worry, grief, and feelings of helplessness can be crippling. Individual therapy provides you with an understanding of the origins of these feelings and the tools to navigate your life as you develop better coping mechanisms and skills that alleviate suffering.

We at The State And Mind commits to creating a safe environment to explore any issue or obstacle that you face.

Adolescent Therapy

If you are having trouble getting through to your teen, Adolescent therapy is for any young person who is struggling during this time in their life. Working with The Therapist, your teen will have a better understanding of their thoughts and feelings, putting them into words and finding emotional freedom from the pressures of being a teen.

Adolescence is a defining time in a young person’s life. Filled with ever-changing hormones, and identity shifts, young people are at their most vulnerable and impressionable ages during this time. Bombarded by social pressure, social media and academic pressure, adolescents can become overwhelmed. Symptoms like depression, anxiety, body dysmorphia, sexual promiscuity, and more can make this time unmanageable for a young person.

We typically see young people between the ages of 12-18. If your child falls outside of this range we are happy to discuss how we can ensure we provide treatment specific to their needs.