New therapist here, I am very interested in knowing what modalities you guys use and why?
I am personally focusing on CBT as of now, plan to include ACT, DBT and ERP in future.
Recently, a mother approached us looking for a therapist for her child. The concerns included phone addiction, anger issues, and more. When she discussed this with her husband, his response was: “Why? Is my son MAD?”
We weren’t shocked but we were definitely surprised. This wasn’t coming from someone uneducated or unaware. He is educated and works in an MNC. We often expect such reactions from older generations or places where awareness hasn’t reached yet. That’s why we work to educate and spread awareness. But when it comes from educated individuals, it really makes you pause. It feels like, in some ways, we’re still living in the 1870s.
That’s why I felt the need to write this today -
Seeking therapy does NOT mean someone is “mad.”
Therapy is an emotional support system where individuals learn how to process and deal with unresolved feelings, past trauma, and internal struggles so they can heal and move forward in life.
Every human being is different. We all process emotions differently. That’s exactly why therapy exists, to help people understand themselves better. Therapists don’t judge... they support, guide, and help individuals navigate their emotions in a healthier way.
No mental struggle is “too small.” And seeking therapy is NOT a sign of weakness.
Also, let’s stop saying things like:
“Keep yourself busy, go for a walk, distract yourself, everything will be fine.”
It doesn’t work that way. These things don’t solve the problem, they just bury it. And it resurfaces again when a similar situation occurs.
When we have a cold, fever, high blood pressure, or diabetes we don’t hesitate to visit a doctor. We spend ₹700-₹800 for a 10 to 15 minute consultation without thinking twice. But when it comes to emotional pain, we suppress it, suffer in silence, and worry about “what people will say.”
If we don’t change this stigma, countless children and adults will continue to struggle silently, especially men. You might be surprised to know that in India, over 70% more men die by suicide due to mental health struggles compared to women.
Therapy is not a luxury. It is not a weakness. It is a support system.
What are your thoughts?
What stops people from seeking therapy? Let’s talk about it...and see how we can make a difference together.
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I am sure that you must have noticed a trend of comparing activities like cafe hopping, eating a particular food, riding motorcycles etc to therapy.
Not only is this misleading but also a barrier towards seeking therapy. It's alright if a person who has no background in psychological studies does that but I would not expect this from a Psychology student.
If you have done this then it's alright but try not to do this again because first of all, the activities shown in this trend are mostly leisure activities that promote positive emotions but therapy is not the same thing. Therapy can sometimes be uncomfortable, challenging and perspective altering. It opens you up and allows you to see what you might have hidden inside you which might not be the same as eating shawarma.
This type of content is especially harmful for people who have never been to therapy or know nothing about it. They think that their leisure activities are enough and hence avoid therapy.
Additionally, it decreases the perceived value of therapy and creates false expectations.
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