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What does a psychologist do on first visit?
Your First Session The initial appointment usually includes the assessment of your presenting concern so that your therapist can develop a personalized treatment plan for you, establish therapy goals, and, if time permits, the beginning of developing a treatment plan. The therapist will ask questions about your presenting concerns, as well as your history and background. Most likely, you’ll find yourself talking about your current symptoms or struggles, as well saying a bit about your relationships, your interests, your strengths, and your goals. The therapist will ask questions about your presenting concerns, as well as your history and background. Most likely, you’ll find yourself talking about your current symptoms or struggles, as well saying a bit about your relationships, your interests, your strengths, and your goals. During the first session, your therapist may ask you: What are your symptoms? What brought you to therapy? What do you feel is wrong in your life? Confidentiality. The number one factor in a therapist’s mind when spotting a patient in a public place is (and always should be) confidentiality. This is why most therapists will wait for you to acknowledge them first, if and when you spot them outside of an office setting.
What do people see a psychologist for?
Psychologists can help people learn to cope with stressful situations, overcome addictions, manage their chronic illnesses, and tests and assessments that can help diagnose a condition or tell more about the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. A psychologist can be a helpful tool in your proverbial health kit. By helping you keep a clear mind and manage any stress, anxiety, phobias, and other problems you face, a psychologist can help you get the most out of life and keep you free from symptoms of depression and other mental health problems. Most patients who suffer from anxiety are able to reduce or eliminate symptoms after several (or fewer) months of psychotherapy, and many patients notice improvement after just a few sessions. Psychologists are highly trained and will tailor a treatment plan to address the unique needs of each patient. In addition to helping clients to manage their mental health, home visits help clients to address broader rehabilitation goals, pacing their recovery to reduce the risk of clients over-exerting themselves or stagnating, and aiming to restore everyday function over a period of time.