- #38-39, St.no. 2 Asha Puri, Barewal Road, Ludhiana
- 98159-17849
- drsandhugps@gmail.com
- #38-39, Asha Puri St.no. 2, Barewal Road, Ludhiana
- 98159-17849
Psychotherapy, better known as talk therapy, is designed to help individuals with a psychological disorder. It consists of a dialogue between a client and a psychotherapist during which the client can speak their mind and emotions within a protected environment. Psychotherapy seeks to determine the discrete issues, dysfunctional patterns of thinking, and emotions to equip the mind with better coping skills and enhanced management techniques.
Counselling bears similarity to psychotherapy, albeit the latter is more focused on offering mental help to individuals to address specific issues as compared to the general help psychotherapy offers. Counselling is often more focused on issues such as relationship, grief, career, or stress issues. It acts as a compass and offers step-wise guidance to help individuals tackle problems.
Psychotherapy and Counselling Equip the Client with the Following Skills:
Psychotherapy and counselling aim to equip the individual with the following skills listed below.
Improved emotional well-being: Better regulation of anger, anxiety, and depression with emotional insight.
Types of Psychotherapy & Counseling We Offer
To meet the diverse needs of our patients, Dr. Gurpartap Singh’s Clinic provides the following psychotherapy and counseling services:
Counselling and psychotherapy are two terms which are closely related and yet differ in terms of scope and duration. Psychotherapy is more long-term in nature and aims to resolve deep-seated emotional and psychological issues, often integrating multiple therapeutic approaches. Counselling is more short-term in nature, focused on addressing a specific life challenge or a set of difficulties.
Therapy or counseling can assist you if you are dealing with ongoing emotional or mental difficulties such as anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship problems. Overwhelmed by life’s difficulties, unresolved issues from the past, a desire for self-improvement, and thwarted personal progress can also serve as indicators for therapy. An appropriate therapist will help evaluate your needs and will assist you in the right plan.
The duration is personalized and is based on a number of factors, including the individual and the specific issues being addressed. Counseling generally last for a number of sessions, while psychotherapy can also be longer, especially if the issues are multi-faceted. Ensure you bring the right mindset and the willingness to go for the long haul, as progress is often gradual and requires perseverance.
Sessions and all other forms of therapy conducted at Dr. Gurpartap Singh’s Clinic are completely confidential. In cases of self-harm or harm to other persons, where we are legally bound to breach confidentiality, we will safeguard your identity.
No, therapy at our clinic is held in a safe therapy room, a space free from judgment. Our therapists strive to provide caring, thoughtful, and empathetic therapy, and their focus is to assist you, not to offer judgment.
No, you can directly call our clinic to book an appointment, and there is no need to provide a referral for a therapy or counseling session. If required, our therapists may formulate a treatment plan or suggest further evaluations after the first session.
Certainly, therapy, most notably Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT, has been shown to be very effective for both anxiety and depression. It helps in recognizing damaging thought patterns and encourages the formation of positive coping strategies. Therapy helps you in the long term to manage these issues effectively.
It's beneficial to think through the challenges you would like to resolve, as you do not need to feel anxious. Previous treatments and experiences you have had may also be valuable to share. Rest assured, your therapist will provide structure to the session and will facilitate the process ensuring your comfort.
Counseling and psychotherapy do not include the use of medication. Nonetheless, your therapist may recommend you to see a psychiatrist for a consultation regarding the use of medications, if the situation calls for it. Some medical issues can be addressed through therapy alongside medication.
Therapy in itself is a step by step process that takes time. While you may not see immediate results, with time, you might start to feel changes in your mood, your ability to cope, your relationships, and your general perspective towards life. It is crucial to be communicative in therapy and have a candid dialogue with your therapist, and be balanced in your concerns and reflections about your journey.
