What Exactly Does Therapy Accomplish?

People may start therapy for various reasons, including coping with mental health issues and empowering themselves. Here are some common goals for both causes:

Everyone thinks that psychotherapy achieves these goals:

• Reduce symptoms of depression or anxiety
• Learn coping strategies for stress or trauma
• Identify and change negative self-talk and thought patterns
• Improve sleep and overall physical health
• Manage symptoms of chronic pain or illness
• Address substance abuse or addiction issues
• Increase emotional regulation and stability

This is true, but many people forget that...

Therapy can empower people:

• Develop a sense of purpose and direction in life
• Increase self-awareness and self-understanding
• Build self-confidence and self-esteem
• Learn effective communication skills and improve relationships
• Enhance personal growth and development
• Develop a strong sense of personal identity
• Improve decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Achieve personal goals and aspirations
• Improve overall quality of life

Read more: https://www.apa.org/topics/psychotherapy/understanding