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Each of us has moments when we, without realizing it, need prompt psychological help. Sometimes it may be minor psychological disorders or the first "bells" of mental illness, which are no longer within the scope of work of an ordinary psychologist, then you need a good psychotherapist. And he or she may not always be nearby.

For this purpose, I have added online psychotherapy help servicewhich is as effective as a face-to-face meeting when working with a client in the office.

How does a psychotherapist (psychiatrist) differ from a psychologist?

Пa psychiatrist and a psychotherapist.

First of all, these are doctors, specialists in their field, who have higher medical education and specialization in the relevant area.

A psychotherapist is also required to know special psychological techniques, such as hypnosis, autotraining, psychological games, and dream analysis. An important distinction is that a psychotherapist can prescribe medication and conduct medical examinations to better diagnose illnesses.

PsychiatristsThey tend to deal with "severe" mental illnesses and actively use medications to treat them.

Psychotherapists work with milder mental disorders, as well as borderline conditions, when a person is on the verge of illness but not yet ill.

Psychologist

A psychologist in our country is considered to be a person who has received higher education in the field of psychology. The main task of a psychologist is to conduct various psychological tests (professional orientation, professional suitability, etc.), primary diagnostics to clarify the type of disease.

They also practice psychological counseling. With the help of knowledge about the structure of human psychology, they show, in the process of talking to their clients, ways out of difficult life situations. But all of this may not work, or may have short-term results, if the client has a pronounced emotional or other mental disorder.

IMPORTANT! Psychologist A psychologist may not treat, provide medical psychotherapy, or draw conclusions about the severity or cause of an illness. Nor may he or she recommend or prescribe medication.

Who needs the help of a therapist and when?

In addition to such well-known psychological illnesses as depression, neurasthenia, apathy, tics, stuttering, there are many more mental disorders, in the presence of which it is necessary to seek help from a psychotherapist. Here are some of them, seemingly harmless at first glance:

• Psychosomatic disorder. First of all, people with this psychological illness should turn to a psychotherapist. This is a large list of diseases (bronchial asthma, chronic fatigue syndrome, colitis, seizures) that ordinary people treat with neurologists, dermatologists, cardiologists, gastroenterologists, but for people with psychosomatic disorders such treatment is ineffective or has a short-term effect.
• Relationship difficulties. At first glance, it may seem that an ordinary family psychologist can cope with this? Most often couples go to him first, but if the cause lies in childhood trauma or a complex family scenario, only an experienced psychotherapist can untie such a knot.
• A sense of frustration. When you are at a loss, feel that you do not belong to yourself, that all your desires and goals are imposed by someone, and that you are constantly doing something useless. Then you need the help of a psychotherapist to remember your own secret desires and to get rid of the burden of other people's expectations forever.
• Feelings of anxiety and fear (phobias). Panic attacks are extreme cases of fear, but a psychotherapist can also help with other manifestations of fears that frighten us. Most of the cyclical, acute phobias and anxiety states have as one of their bases either a metabolic or hormonal disorder or an underlying chronic disease. In this case it is always necessary to find out what exactly we are dealing with - the task of the psychotherapist
• Constant guilt and low self-esteem. Where did they come from, who and when did they put these feelings in you? Only a psychotherapist can help you deal with this.
• Severe irritability. When everything annoys you and you feel that inside you accumulated a huge amount of aggression that requires an outlet. A psychotherapist will tell you how to find the root cause, control it and get rid of it.

I also recommend you visit the thread at free counseling section psychotherapist and crisis counselor. Where you can read my recommendations and advice on this topic.

Child therapist - how is the job different and is there a difference?

The differences between child and adult therapists are almost indistinguishable. The only differences are that it is necessary to establish a trusting contact with the child and it may be more difficult to make an initial diagnosis. But, with the help of parents, these difficulties can be easily overcome.

Child therapist - is as medically trained as an adult psychotherapist, but his primary clients are children from birth to 18 years. With them he conducts diagnostics, solves their psychological problems, carries out behavioral correction. Comprehensive treatment is carried out by the method of psychological influence and a set of special exercises, unlike a psychiatrist, medications are practically not used.

What kinds of problems does a child therapist work with?

Most often, in the beginning, I am consulted as a child psychologist, but after the initial diagnosis and identification of symptoms of psychological diseases, I have to work as a child psychotherapist.

Below I will summarize the major childhood disorders and mental illnesses with which I'm working:

• aggression and maladaptive behavior;
• obsessive-compulsive fears and panic attacks;
• uncontrollable tantrums;
• hyperreactivity syndrome;
• attention deficit disorder;
• bedwetting;
• encopresis;
• bad habits in adolescents;
• retardation;
• suicidal tendencies;

It's not uncommon for me to also schedule additional tests and directing for tests in a medical laboratory in the community. This comprehensive approach allows you to speed up the treatment process and achieve results in a short period of time.

What mental health disorders do I work with?

As a psychotherapist, I work with mild to moderate mental illnesses that are the result of stress, hormonal disorders, trauma, or inherited from parents as a family script.

Я not working with people who have serious brain disease or other physiological injuries, nor do I work with people who have various types of chemical or mental dependency and who are unwilling to fight them.

Here's a basic breakdown of the mental disorders and illnesses with which I'm working:

• Stresses.
• Uncontrollable bouts of aggression.
• Neurasthenia.
• Nervous breakdown.
• Depressionapathy.
• Psychosomatic illnesses.
• Panic attacks.
• Neuroses.
• Compulsive fears.
• Phobias.
• Working through family scripts.
• Working through childhood psychological traumas.
• Dissatisfaction with oneself (life).
• Developmental Delay.
• Suicidal tendencies.
• Chemical and psychiatric dependencies (drug addiction, alcoholism, gambling addiction etc.).
• Enuresis.
• Tics, stuttering.
• Manic depressive psychosis.
• Accentuations.
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
• All borderline psychiatric conditions.
• Mental, psychosomatic effects of violence.

How is online counseling with a psychotherapist?

• FIRST ACQUAINTANCE At the first meeting, as part of the FREE 15 MINUTESWe get to know each other, discuss various organizational issues and negotiate the terms and rules of further work.
• TROUBLESHOOTING First we will look at and describe your problem in detail. It may be different from what you have diagnosed yourself. Only then will we begin treatment.
• DIAGNOSTICS AND PSYCHOTHERAPY I will ask you various questions about certain events in your life, family, relationships, etc. I also practice "homework", which will allow us to speed up the process of therapy and develop useful skills. The main guarantee of successful therapy is your sincerity in your feelings, experiences and openness in the work. Please note that, if necessary, I can schedule additional examinations and tests for you at your place of residence.
• WORK COMPLETION In my practice there have been cases when a client, having quickly received serious relief, simply "disappeared", but after half a year or a year returned, because the treatment process was not completed, and in some cases, even after the completion of the course of psychotherapy may require so-called "supportive therapy", when the patient periodically seeks help to correct his condition or in crisis moments, when he feels that he can no longer cope on his own. Therefore, only I can judge about the completion of the course of treatment or transition to consultations with less frequent frequency, based on my experience and your mental state.

It should be understood that psychotherapy is a very long and complex process, especially for people in crisis situations. Therefore, you should not expect quick results. The minimum I recommend is 5 - 6 consultationswith a duration of 90 min.

How much does it cost to consult a psychotherapist?

The cost of my consultation as a psychotherapist depends on the complexity of your case, so the exact amount can be known only after the first meeting, when a preliminary diagnosis will be made. In any case, the price for my services starts from $55 - 60 min.

There may also be costs for necessary additional examinations and tests at your place of residence.

For more details about prices and payment terms please see the section PRICES

Where can I get counseling from a psychotherapist?

I conduct all psychotherapy consultations via Skype or other convenient online services for video calls (Zoom, Viber, Telegram, WhatsApp)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

🧠 When should you see a therapist online?

Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, chronic stress, psychosomatic symptoms, or are going through an acute personal crisis, a psychotherapist can help you understand the causes and find a path to recovery.

💬 How does an online session with a therapist work?

Sessions take place via secure video link (Zoom, Skype, etc.), at convenient times. This is a full-fledged therapeutic meeting where you can safely talk about the most important things.

📊 How effective is online psychotherapy compared to face-to-face therapy?

According to research, it's just as good. The main thing is regularity and trust. The online format helps people to be more open, especially if it is difficult to leave home.

⚕ Can I get help for psychosomatic symptoms online?

Yes. Very often physical symptoms are masked by repressed emotions or chronic stress. Psychotherapy helps to reduce psychosomatic symptoms and understand where they are coming from.

🔐 How is confidentiality assured in online psychotherapy?

Counseling sessions are conducted through secure communication channels. No session is recorded and information remains strictly between you and the therapist - according to professional ethics and standards.

How do I sign up for an online counseling session with a psychotherapist?

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