How to understand that I need the help of a psychologist Sometimes there are situations when we find ourselves at a dead end and cannot solve our problems. There may not be any problems, but we may experience feelings of dissatisfaction and irritability for no reason. "I can handle." or "I don't need anyone." Such thoughts and ignorance of the nuances of a psychologist’s work become the biggest obstacle to seeking support. If something has changed in the usual patterns of feelings, thoughts or behavior (that is, “it wasn’t like this before”), and the same states persist for a long period, it is recommended to seek help from a psychologist. In some cases, the chronic form of stress experienced can have serious consequences. Professional support can be helpful if you're feeling stuck. Here's a checklist to help you know when it's time to see a therapist: -> If you've been feeling fearful or anxious for a long time* -> If you're feeling overly sensitive and insecure in yourself-> If a feeling of loneliness occurs even in the company of loved ones-> If there are problems in your relationship with your partner-> If you have been experiencing a feeling of boredom and depression for a long time-> If you are in the process of important mental stress at school or at work and you cannot achieve sufficient concentration -> If there is a development of dependence on any activity * for a long time - this is three weeks or more. For what? What can meetings with a psychologist provide? Gaining self-confidence The ability to express yourself clearly Positive change and development Avoiding negative behavior Preventing fears and worries Eliminating problematic feelings and thoughts It may be that we just need someone to look at things from a different point of view. Reasons why we You may need the help of a psychologist, not limited to the above. A psychologist is necessary in order to more easily solve problems that cannot be overcome on your own. In addition, the psychologist helps restore resources so that a person can explore and identify himself in an ecological way, in order to be able to make clear judgments about situations without violating others and maintaining his own boundaries. Psychologist Dinara Minnislamova