When is the time to consult a psychologist? Signs

1.  You have such a desire or thought. Yes, really, everything is simple: if you are thinking about whether you should go to a psychologist - go. Even if you don't know what to talk about. The specialist will ask a variety of questions that apply to all areas of life, this will help to quickly understand what you would like to work on.

2. You feel unhappy. Yes, this is also a good reason to talk to a specialist. We all have the right and opportunity to live a happy and fulfilling life. You just have to learn it sometimes. Fortunately, a psychologist is exactly the kind of person who knows how to do this.

3. You have a bad mood for a long time, you don't want to do anything, everything falls out of your hands. Or negative thoughts about yourself, other people, and the world as a whole are constantly swirling in your head. Perhaps you suspect that you are depressed. Consult a psychologist or psychotherapist. A qualified specialist will diagnose you and, if necessary, recommend that you consult a psychiatrist.

4. You constantly worry about everything, fear many things and try to control all areas of your life. Increased anxiety is not a character trait, but a condition that can be corrected with psychotherapy. You can actually become more calm and relaxed.

5. You feel confused and don't know which way to go in life. You don't understand what you want to do, who you want to work for, what to do in general. Any crisis is a direct indication to consult a psychologist.

6. You have difficulties in relationships - with your husband/wife, parents, children, friends, colleagues. A psychologist will help you see your behavioral strategies in a relationship, teach you to protect internal boundaries, show assertive communication skills (the ability to negotiate, listen and take into account the interests of all parties), explain when a relationship can be established, and when it is better to break it off as soon as possible. Also, a psychologist will help you get out of an abusive relationship (dependent, humiliating).

7. You have experienced a traumatic event. A psychologist will help you survive a loss, cope with a difficult experience and find the strength to live on. For psychotherapy, it does not matter how long ago the event took place. It often happens that the psyche has not processed a traumatic experience and even after years the memory of this event brings such pain as if it happened yesterday. A psychologist will help alleviate the condition.

8. It is difficult for you to communicate with people. Can you be called a shy person? Do you dislike big companies and are terrified of public speaking? Hate being the first to call? Social anxiety is correctable. If you want to become a self-confident person and not let your fears prevent you from building the life of your dreams, welcome to the psychologist's office.

9. Everything annoys you. You feel exhausted, you feel that everything has fallen on you, and the only desire is to be given peace. It can be a state of emotional exhaustion or burnout. In this case, you need to adjust the mode of work and rest. And rest should be done in such a way that it fills with resources and adds strength. It is sometimes difficult to do it on your own. In this case, the help of a psychologist is needed.

10. You want to improve the quality of your life. You have a dream or a goal, you feel your potential, but you don't understand what steps you need to take to achieve what you want. In this case, a psychologist will be your support and guide on your way.