What do you do when you have heart issues? You go to a cardiologist. What about a skin issue?
You go to a dermatologist. Whenever we have an issue with our physical health we don’t
hesitate to go to a doctor. But what about our mental health? Isn’t that important too? Just like
our neglecting our physical health, neglecting our mental is also harmful. For the heart there is
a cardiologist, for the skin there is a dermatologist, for our hormones we have Endocrinologists,
just like that for our mind, we have psychologists.
Now, when should we go for counselling? Here are a few examples:
Mental health: if you are experiencing any symptoms of mental health issues such as stress,
depression, anxiety, Trauma response, etc.
Family issues:Whether it's with a partner, family member, friend, or colleague, counselling can help sort out conflicts, improve communication, and strengthen the bond between each other.
Grief: if you are someone who lost their loved ones, a job, a relationship or even a pet, it can be hard, therapy helps in coping with grief and gives you support in these situations
Addiction and Substance Abuse: If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or
substance abuse, counselling can be an important part of the recovery process.
There are so many situations where one might need counselling, these are just a few examples
of them. If we were to talk about the social stigma surrounding therapy, although it has
decreased over the years, it still exists in some parts of our community, it can be because of
cultural reasons, misinterpretation of mental health, fear of judgment, privacy concerns, and
many more. But we should know that if we do not take care of our mental health, it can lead to
severe consequences in the future. Your mental health should be the most important, so feel
free to consult a therapist when you’re struggling.
