How can seeing a psychologist help?

In life, everyone faces difficulties.  Mental distress does not discriminate and affects people from all walks of life. Whether you are male or female, young or old, rich or poor, single or married, completed your year 10 certificate or have a Ph.D., no one can escape life’s frustrations, disappointments and worries.

It is not uncommon to feel lost and isolated through difficult times.  You are not alone in your battle as everyone will at some stage face particularly demanding challenges.  It is normal to experience difficult periods in life however if not managed well, these concerns may begin to affect other areas in your life such as family, friends, health, finances and relationships.  When things we value most are threatened we can start feeling low, hopeless, worthless, worried, scared, angry, frustrated, out of control or isolated.

While family and friends may do their best to provide comfort, Strategic Psychology will provide you with the opportunity to sit down (one-on-one) with an experienced psychologist and begin to professionally manage and work through your concerns.  Strategic Psychology provides a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space for you to voice your concerns and in turn, begin taking steps to manage or resolve your difficulties.

 

The following list is an example of problems we can assist you with:

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Low self esteem or loss of confidence

• Loss of motivation/direction

• Relationship counselling/marriage counselling

• Panic attacks

• Bipolar disorder

• Grief and loss counselling

• Sexuality issues

• Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

• Sexual abuse

• Childhood trauma

• Body image concerns

• Eating difficulties (Anorexia, Bulimia)

• Weight loss (Obesity)

• Drug abuse

• Alcohol related difficulties

• Smoking

• Anger management

• Chronic pain

• And more…

 

Strategic Psychology is a Canberra based Psychology Clinic located in Civic. We help clients develop and utilise psychological skills and strategies that prepare them in better managing future challenges that may arise. Psychological flexibility and resilience is our aim as this encourages individual growth and ultimately creates a vibrant, rich and meaningful life.