FAQ's
Do I need a psychologist? The help section is designed to answer the most common questions that may arise when you decide to go to a therapist’s office to request the psychological help you need.
How do I know if I need a psychologist?
When we find ourselves in a state of blockage or psychological discomfort that we cannot resolve within ourselves; Seeking professional help is an alternative that we can use.
I need psychological help...does that mean I'm mentally ill?
No, not at all. Going to a psychologist does not mean that you are crazy or that you have a disorder that you disconnect from. But yes, it is a good cure for our mental health. If you go to the doctor if you have problems or to the advocate if you have a legal problem, psychological help can solve your problems.
How to find a professional psychologist?
It is essential to ensure that you are a professional col·legiate and regulated person who complies with the necessary qualifications. To provide psychological services of a health type, in Spain it is a requirement to be a General Health Psychologist. Look for references if possible. Tip and ask all the doubts about his work and if he is capable of helping you.
Anar to the psychologist. How does it work?
It is simple: it consists of sessions of 45 minutes, 1 hour, and 1 hour. in which the psychologist and the clients work to solve a problem. It is based on French and open dialogue and on creating a safe space. The therapist may involve some exercise or technique or suggest tasks outside of the consultation. Don’t be scared, I can’t force you to do them, as he always proposes to you for a good reason. Ask in case of doubt.
What is there in therapy?
You need to be quite active, because the degree of success of the material will depend on your involvement in the therapy. Or do you hope that all the psychologist is doing? The motivation to change and the will to confront what you like about yourself are essential elements. Don’t worry, the other thing we do is pose us.
How long does sincere therapy last?
Depèn. From the type of problem, from the implication and opening to the change, from the capacity of the therapist or from the quality of the bond. In all ways, you will not be in therapy any more, in general in 12-15 sessions it is possible to see if everything goes well.
Will it solve my problem?
Many studies confirm the effectiveness of psychotherapy, much greater than an outpatient treatment or solely based on pills. Factors such as the therapist’s training and experience, the client’s attitude and the quality of the relationship can favor the resolution of the problem.
What happens if you relapse? Do I really need a psychologist?
The personal change process is not linear: on occasions and depending on the circumstances we may experience specific setbacks. Don’t be nervous; It is important to value the advantages gained and remember that we always have our psychological help to provide you with the psychological help you need.
Dificultats freqüents en teràpia: qué fer
- The psychologist does not like or does not agree with the one who gives him/her. The best option to change therapists is direct-li-ho. Surely it will be done for them, and it is even more important that you keep this information. With total freedom, you are not obliged to res.
- The psychòleg em cau mot bé, vull ser el seu amic. The reverse of the previous one, but the solution is the real one. Say-li-ho sense problems, know what fer.
- The therapy does not advance. You feel that there is a problem and it is not evolving: think if there is something that you have not commented on or if your psychologist is blocking you. The next one followed, comments-li-ho. If he cannot help you further, he must refer you to another specialist.
- Haig d’anar-me fora una tiempo. Pact with your psychological maintenance sessions, in person or online. If it will be a while, see if they can refer you to a professional there on time.
- I can’t continue paying. An other cop, don’t hesitate to comment. A good psychologist will not stop thinking about the process, I’m sure there are ways to solve it.
Differences between psychotherapy and medication
At the psychiatrist’s office, or finally at the CAP or Urgències, they can receive psychopharmaceuticals. Think that they are intended to reduce certain physiological symptoms, but they will not cure them per se. But it does allow you to undergo therapy and acquire personal resources without needing to take pills, except for some serious disorders. Consult the psychological text.
After therapy
If everything is done, you will have to acquire a greater understanding and awareness of your and your relationship with the world. These can help you face everyday problems and make you feel more capable. If on another occasion you find yourself without resources, have a professional help you.
What is a psychologist?
There are many popular myths about the work of a psychologist. Some come from cinema, television or literature. Others, there is little tradition of using these resources to solve psychological problems. We want to try to clarify some confusion about what a psychologist is and what he is not.
What is?
He is a professional It has carried out some regulatory studies, usually also masters or university postgraduates, and is constantly updated in order to offer the most effective service possible. It is not about simply posing to err; Dialogue with a psychologist always has an objective.
He is an accompanying It is formatted to walk with you in your canvi process, donar-t’hi support as you need and assenyalar-te there that you do not volies see what estiguis llest per acceptar-ho. It is understood and accepted, and must be understood as how it can offer you an answer to your cognitive or emotional state.
It’s a human being Do not think that it is above your duty to have specialized training. He is a person like you and I’m sure he thinks, feels and breathes just like you. Do not hesitate to ask what you need, ask or correct if you make a mistake, we will escort you to what you need.
What is not?
He is a professional It has carried out some regulatory studies, usually also masters or university postgraduates, and is constantly updated in order to offer the most effective service possible. It is not about simply posing to err; Dialogue with a psychologist always has an objective.
A capellà or a jutge The job is not to judge whether what you think or think is bad or bad, you do not answer them at all nor is it going to solve the life you receive. It will not absolve your sins nor will it take part for you or for others. You will offer a free space for all the time so you feel out of danger.
He is an accompanying It is formatted to walk with you in your canvi process, donar-t’hi support as you need and assenyalar-te there that you do not volies see what estiguis llest per acceptar-ho. It is understood and accepted, and must be understood as how it can offer you an answer to your cognitive or emotional state.
A friend Encara que et comprengui o empatitzi, the psychological teu is not the amic teu. He will not approve anything you do nor will he give advice. Sometimes you will frustrate or harass things you don’t like. Friends have another function in their lives, profitably.
It’s a human being Do not think that it is above your duty to have specialized training. He is a person like you and I’m sure he thinks, feels and breathes just like you. Do not hesitate to ask what you need, ask or correct if you make a mistake, we will escort you to what you need.
A boig He believes that the psychologist is ill-equipped to understand why he or she has the “powers” of endevinació. Psychology is not for a “gentle boja” nor is it “torna boig” if you study it. You will not be talking all the day of your couples or your sex life; Only if it is necessary for therapy.
Psychologist or Psychologist?
Ethical Code
All actions of psychologists in the exercise of their profession are subject to the provisions of their Code of Ethics. In Hylé we follow the standard contained in the Codi Deontològic del Col.legi Oficial de Psicòlegs de Catalunya (COPC) and the Deontological Code of the General Council of Psychology in Spain (COP) to guarantee that our practice compleix a series of essential ethical requirements given the characteristics of the service we offer. Some fundamental points are:
The professional must promote the objectives of well-being, health, quality of life and plenitude in the development of people.
Guarantee respect for the person, non-discrimination per cap motiu and responsibility, honesty and sincerity in all six actions,
You will not profit from your position in the professional relationship with a situation of power or superiority over third parties.
Té el dret i el deure guarantee professional secrecy in its activity.
If there are professional limitations that prevent you from starting or continuing an intervention, you should consult with the client facilitating alternatives.
User rights and commitments
Besides what is indicated in the professional ethical code of the psychologist, as a user of a health service under a professional regulation, the client has a series of drets basics:
Confidentiality guaranteed at all times, in writing according to the provisions of the LOPD and the Code of Ethics.
The psychologist cannot force you to carry out any exercise or trial, or unilaterally alter the conditions of the therapeutic treatment without your consent.
Nor may he pressure you or suggest actions that could harm you or others.
At any given moment you may decide not to continue the therapy. It is clear not to follow the process if you do not wish to.
On the other hand, starting a therapeutic process implies a series of minimum commitments as the result of the therapy may be negatively affected. Some of them are:
Go to the agreed sessions with the periodicity and punctuality necessary.
In case of cancellation, failure to notify 24 hours in advance – except due to force major – implies the payment of the session not carried out.
Comply with both commitments made by the therapist, whether verbal or through a written therapeutic contract.
Remember that it is important to approach therapy both honestly and sincerely because it works.
