People come to psychotherapy for a wide range of reasons. Below are a few examples.
Some people come because of a problem in living, such as:
- Depression and mood problems
- Anxiety and fears
- Alcoholism and other addictions
- Work stress
- Social isolation
- Life transitions
- Grief
- Divorce
- Relationship problems
- Job dissatisfaction
- Blended families
- Parenting concerns
- Adolescent development
- Problems with intimacy and commitment
Some people believe that they suffer from a recognizable disorder, such as:
- Depression
- Anxiety Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder
- Adjustment Disorder
- Panic Attacks
- Post-traumatic Stress
- Phobias
- Alcohol and Drug Dependence
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Some people want a coach to help them as they make different types of decisions, such as:
- Career track decisions
- Dealing with difficult employees
- Defining and identifying life goals
- Enhancement of relationships
- Adjusting to corporate change