Counseling

What is counseling?

Counseling, also known as psychotherapy or talk therapy, is a type of treatment that helps you deal with mental health conditions, emotional stress, and other types of stressors. During counseling sessions, your provider teaches you ways to cope with traumatic life events, relationship problems, depression, substance abuse, and other mental health struggles. 

Why might I choose counseling?

Counseling at Open Mind Psychiatry can help with:

• Relationship conflicts
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Attention-deficit disorder (ADD)
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Bipolar disorder
• Substance abuse disorder
• Anger management
• Mood disorders
• Other mental health struggles

Counseling can help you feel better, experience more enjoyment in life, and thrive at work, school, and relationships.

What are the different types of counseling?

The different types of counseling available at Open Mind Psychiatry include:

Marriage counseling

Marriage counseling helps you and your spouse learn ways to communicate better and resolve conflicts.

Couples counseling

Couples counseling is an excellent way for you and your partner to strengthen your relationship, get ready for marriage, or resolve conflicts in a calm, peaceful manner.

Family counseling

If you and your family members have conflicts you’re unable to resolve on your own, or you have a family member with a mental health condition, family counseling at Open Mind Psychiatry can help.

Individual counseling

Individual counseling helps you overcome or better deal with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, substance abuse disorder, anger management, and more.

What should I expect during counseling sessions?

During the first counseling session at Open Mind Psychiatry, your provider discusses your medical history and asks about symptoms you may have. They complete a comprehensive psychiatric assessment and recommend you undergo blood tests to detect or rule out underlying medical problems.

Your treatment might include different types of counseling, medications, lifestyle changes, or combinations of these methods to help you cope with a mental health disorder, traumatic or stressful life event, or relationship problems.

How many treatment sessions do I need?

Your Open Mind Psychiatry provider personalizes therapy sessions based on your needs, lifestyle, and preferences. They might recommend you attend counseling once weekly, every two weeks, monthly, or as needed. 

If you struggle to cope with traumatic life events, relationship problems, or emotional distress, call Open Mind Psychiatry to schedule a counseling session or book one online today.