| Description |
287 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| Contents |
The fear of therapy -- The trouble with emotions -- Why am I upset? Part one -- Why am I upset? Part two -- Will talking about my feelings make them worse? And if so, what can I do to make it easier? -- When should I see a therapist? -- Finding a therapist -- What to expect from therapy -- The trouble with therapy -- Cyber therapy, blended therapy, and er...forest bathing? Alternatives to standard therapy approaches -- Does therapy work? |
| Summary |
"While society as a whole is becoming increasingly conscious of mental health, and the social consequences of the global Covid-19 pandemic has made the issue ever more salient, the idea of asking for professional help has largely remained taboo. The fear of being thought mad, weak or helpless, and the prospect of having to revisit personal trauma, have stopped many people from seeking out a therapist. In this empathetic and practical guide, drawing on some of the latest studies in the field, psychotherapist Donna Maria Bottomley examines these anxieties and argues that therapy should be just as acceptable as seeing a GP or booking your car into the garage, and needn't be our last resort. Do I Need to See a Therapist? provides insight into how we can acknowledge and overcome the dual-fear of not only what we think it means about us if we see a therapist, but the fear of our own emotions themselves. The book provides a framework through which we can plot what is upsetting us, and lays out what to expect from therapy and how to make it work for us. The many pathways towards finding help, whether in a traditional practice setting or via alternate routes made possible by modern technology are also discussed, alongside a tool to help you choose between the many therapies on offer."-- Provided by Freading |
| Subject |
Psychotherapy -- Popular works.
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Therapist and patient.
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| ISBN |
9781800316843 (pbk.) |
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1800316844 (pbk.) |
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