Vale Psychology Service

Is it for me?

I believe that we can all benefit from therapy, however, timing is key to success. If you often feel distressed or upset, have difficulties that you would like to overcome, such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety or depression or struggle with the relationships in your life, then therapy is likely to be helpful. Whether it is the right time for you depends on how able you feel to tolerate some discomfort and push through despite the possibility of things getting a bit worse before they get better. Of course, this is not something that you will have to do alone - that is the beauty of therapy.

How long will it last?

Therapy can continue for as long or short a time as you wish. Some difficulties typically require more sessions than others, and this would be discussed with you after we have had our initial meeting. I would typically plan a set number of sessions - about six - and then review. Reviewing the work is an important part of the therapeutic process, to make sure that we are using the right approach and working effectively.