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What is it?

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  • Therapy offers a safe space to address life’s challenges.
  • Provides tools for managing emotions & wellbeing.
  • Therapists help navigate emotional twists & turns.

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Published: 17/10/24

Description

Young person in therapy

Speaking to a therapist can be incredibly helpful when you’re dealing with the rollercoaster of emotions and challenges that life brings. Therapists are trained professionals who provide a safe and confidential space where you can talk about whatever is on your mind, whether it’s stress, anxiety, relationship issues or anything else. They’re also expert guides who can help you navigate the twists and turns of life.

In therapy, you can learn valuable tools and strategies for managing your emotions, developing self-confidence and improving your overall wellbeing. Therapy can be a bit like having a mentor who can help you understand yourself better. There are different types of therapists who help with different mental and emotional challenges. For example, psychologists and counsellors can offer talking therapy for difficulties like stress, anxiety or relationship problems, while psychiatrists can prescribe medication when needed to treat conditions like depression or ADHD.

Stat

There were

1.76 million referrals

to NHS Talking Therapies in 2022-23

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