Psychotherapy
We all have good days and bad days. But what about when those bad days start to take over?
Difficult emotions are running the show. It's hard to see any light at the end of the tunnel. Everything feels arduous and the moments of joy and pleasure are fewer.
Maybe you've even started to withdraw from the things that you used to enjoy. Fear, anxiety, or fatigue just make it too challenging to participate.
Maybe you're going through a tough transition - retirement, separation, a big move, job change - and just aren't feeling grounded yet.
These kinds of challenges are all part of the human experience, but they are not something you need to suffer through and help is available.
Mental health is an integral part of our overall well being, and psychotherapy can help support your mental health and well being so you feel your best and feel set up to manage whatever life throws at you!
What is Psychotherapy? |
Psychotherapy (also called talk therapy) refers to a variety of approaches to treating and supporting individuals with mental health concerns.
This is often done through helping an individual increase awareness of their troubling thoughts, feelings or behaviours. The general goal of psychotherapy is to improve mental health symptoms (ie: anxiety, social withdrawal, low mood) and improve functioning.
This may look like getting back to hobbies you used to enjoy or engaging in activities you may be avoiding due to anxiety
What does Psychotherapy help with?
Psychotherapy can help with a wide variety of concerns. Whether you are feeling depressed, anxious or looking for a space to be heard in a non-judgemental way, psychotherapy may be helpful for you.
Psychotherapy can help with:
- Stress management
- Life transitions
- Anxiety
- Depression or Low mood
- Social withdrawal and isolation
- Specific fears (ex: driving or falling)
- Medical anxiety
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Will Psychotherapy help me?
Many people find psychotherapy beneficial for supporting their mental health and emotional well being!
Meet our Registered Psychotherapist
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| Jordanne Mulkewich Registered Psychotherapist |
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What does Psychotherapy Look Like? What Does it Do?
To get started, we will set you up with a FREE 15 minute virtual or phone consultation with Jordanne. This is an opportunity for you to have any questions answered about psychotherapy, how it can help you, and to make sure you and Jordanne are a good fit.
From there, sessions will be 55 minutes long and will take place on our secure virtual platform.
While psychotherapy is a very individualized process, it often involves therapist guided questions in combination with hearing about your lived experience. Therapy appointments can vary from structured (ie: with an agenda, worksheets and skills practice) to more unstructured and client led.
The first few sessions are often guided by conversations aimed at developing a good understanding of who you are, the challenges you might be experiencing, and your wishes or goals.
This is often facilitated through exploring answers to open-ended questions that encourage reflection. Once an understanding of goals or presenting concerns is established, the therapist can introduce appropriate interventions for symptom relief. Overall, this is a collaborative process, meaning the therapist works flexibly with each client to foster understanding, growth and healing.
Jordanne will work with you to determine how frequently you should be setting up appointments - this will vary for each person depending on their concerns and goals.
What is Jordannes Approach to Psychotherapy?
Jordanne works to empower clients through a strengths-based approach, helping them realize their potential and reach their goals. She values creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive space, and is committed to providing each individual the opportunity to be heard, cared for and validated.
She primarily practices using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), drawing on other evidence based modalities as needed. CBT is strongly supported by research to improve symptoms of anxiety and depression in older adults. CBT seeks to identify and modify the factors (e.g., negative thoughts, avoidance behaviours) through teaching strategies that enable you to establish links between your thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
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What are the benefits of Psychotherapy?
- Improved cofidence & self esteen
- Deepens self awareness
- Develop healthy coping skills
- Builds resilience
- Develops skills for managing difficult emotions and stress
Frequently Asked Questions about Psychotherapy
Is psychotherapy covered by extended health benefits?
Services provided by a registered psychotherapist are covered by some insurance plans. To find out if your plan covers psychotherapy contact your insurance provider.
Is psychotherapy only for people experiencing depression?
Psychotherapy can be an effective treatment for depression, but that is not the only concern it can help address. People experiencing anxiety, fears, loneliness, difficulty managing stress, life transitions or who are looking for a non-judgemental space to talk and work through whatever is on their mind can also benefit from psychotherapy.
How long will I need Therapy for?
It's different for everyone. The frequency of your sessions and number of sessions you attend will depend on your concerns and goals. Some concerns can be addressed in a few sessions, while others may take longer. Research suggests that people can experience improvements with 6-20 sessions of CBT. Some people continue with therapy indefinitely as they find it a helpful tool and support for their health.
