COMMON MYTHS ABOUT THERAPY AND COUNSELLING

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TANU CHOKSI
COMMON MYTHS ABOUT THERAPY AND COUNSELLING
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What Is Therapy All About?
Therapy continues to be a taboo term in many
parts of the country. Sadly, in spite of living
in enlightened times, not every section of the
society accepts therapy as a part of healthcare.
The real problem however lies in the fact that
even those who are accepting of therapy have many
misconceptions about it. Here's a quick attempt
at busting some of those myths. 
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Therapists Just Sit And Listen
The classic image of a man lying on a couch and
pouring out his problems seems to have boosted
this common misconception. A good family
therapist in Mumbai will do much more than just
listen your problems, they will analyses your
issues, understand your personality and mental
state and help you come up with effective and
actionable solutions. Think of it more as a
companion who holds your hand and guides you
towards a healthier mental and emotional state.
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Therapy Lasts For Ever

• While some people do require therapy for a long
  period of time, therapists don't seek to engage
  you over a long period of time, rather they will
  try to make you as self-sufficient as possible.
• You can always have a conversation with your
  therapist and set goals for yourself. Most
  therapists would be happy to let you go once they
  feel you can manage on your own.
• You can always return to therapy. Restarting
  therapy does not mean you are a failure, it could
  simply be a way for you to reaffirm the
  techniques that have been working for you. 

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You Can Replace Your Therapist With A Good Friend

• Granted that having a shoulder to rest on can
  work wonders for your emotional well being, a
  good friend can never replace a professional
  therapist. 
• A professional therapist is trained to listen and
  analyses your problems. They can develop insights
  into your life that even you may be unaware of.
• A therapist is also professionally trained to
  give you objective advice which will benefit your
  mental and emotional state. 

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Therapy Is Expensive
Therapy is getting more and more accessible by
the day. Even in a massive city like Mumbai,
while some therapists might charge exorbitant
fees, others work with more flexible payment
plans. For example, if you look for depression
counselling in Mumbai, you will definitely find a
range of extremely affordable options. 
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THANK YOU
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