Do I Need Therapy?
We can all have ‘down days’ or times when the pressures of life or work get to us; or sporadic times we just feel off colour for no particular reason. Then there are always those days when we just get out of bed on the wrong side! This is life sometimes.
It is when life events and or mental issues are preventing us from being our best self or, when they are having an impact on our daily lives, including our work and relationships, that it is time to seek help.
Signs and Symptoms You Could be Suffering From Stress
Impatience, irritability or aggressiveness
Loss of libido
Lack of sleep
Fatigue
Excessive smoking, drinking or use of drugs
Withdrawal from usual activities, apathy
Headaches, migraines
High blood pressure
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Signs and Symptoms You Could be Suffering From Depression
Fatigue, especially in the mornings
Thoughts of death or suicide
Difficulty concentrating
Lack of motivation
Withdrawal from social circles – including family
Cannot find enjoyment or fun in anything
Thinking everything is pointless
Cannot see a future for yourself
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When you should seek therapy
If you are experiencing difficulty coping with any of these or you are showing signs of stress or depression* then please seek help.
For some people these events may have occurred in the recent or distant past, but if they haven’t been resolved they can have a significant impact on their daily lives.
