I consult and I'm not crazy

Have you ever decided to push the door of a therapist? The current health crisis can destabilize more than one. It is important not to withdraw into oneself and not to hesitate to consult as soon as you feel the need. Contrary to popular belief, consulting does not necessarily mean having mental problems. Taking care of yourself through therapy, what if that was the secret to finally being happy and getting through this troubled period more easily?

Going to therapy, the key to happiness?

If there is one preconceived idea that remains, it is that consulting a shrink is like saying that we are crazy. However, following a therapy led by a professional can respond to various problems:chronic or post-traumatic stress, difficulties in feeling happy, repressed emotions, anxieties, etc. During confinement, many of us have experienced negative emotions of this type, related to isolation or the difficulty of projecting ourselves into the future. Consulting a psychotherapist can then help to overcome these problems. In addition to consultations within a practice, personalized support in the form of medico-social assistance can prove to be a good option. Confide in your uncertainties, analyze the origin of your anxieties:this is what therapy can bring you. Between the psychoanalyst offering a listening ear and the acupuncturist offering energy rebalancing, consulting is a good way to free yourself from your worries.

How effective is a therapy?

Take therapy, yes, but can you be sure to get results before you start? 87%1 of respondents who consulted a professional and followed therapy felt satisfied with the result. It would be a shame to deprive yourself !

Which therapy for which need?

The upheavals linked to the health crisis can affect us in different ways. Some have seen their stress levels increase, others have had difficulty getting to sleep, etc. To find a mental and psychic balance, various therapies exist and make it possible to bring to each consultation benefits specific to each one, according to the needs of the person.

• EFT :the Emotional Freedom Technique , or technique of emotional freedom, consists of gently rubbing or tapping certain points located on the meridians (channels of the human body borrowed by the vital energy in Chinese medicine). This technique helps to preserve the memory of a negative event, but releases the emotional charge that accompanies it. It is useful for getting rid of fears or phobias.
• Psychoanalysis :this method of clinical psychology is based on the study of the unconscious and psychosomatic disorders. At each session, verbal exchanges between the therapist and the patient make it possible to seek out conflicts in the unconscious in order to resolve them.
• Hypnotherapy :it is the use of hypnosis for therapeutic purposes. The practitioner immerses you in an altered state of consciousness to help you suppress negative thoughts or habits through mental suggestions.
• Acupuncture :from a thousand-year-old tradition, this technique restores the proper circulation of energy in the body by stimulating the meridians with fine needles. Painless, it improves the mind and frees you from stress or addictions.
• Kinesiology :during a session, the therapist uses muscle tests to identify and resolve any energy blockages. This technique seems effective against emotional shocks.

Alternative medicine or therapy, it's up to you to choose the method that suits you. To find a trusted therapist, it is recommended to rely on the professional directories of each practice:associations of groups of therapists in each discipline publish a listing listing qualified and approved practitioners. A real guarantee of confidence for the patient. In addition, word of mouth is an excellent indicator of the seriousness and skills of a therapist.

Happiness:what habits to adopt in addition to following therapy?

Making an appointment with a professional is the first step to helping you improve your well-being during this particular time. In addition to consulting, a few simple tips can be put in place, in order to feel better in your head and your body, even in times of confinement. A few more tips to find balance and well-being:

• Take care of your diet . Certain foods promote happiness and a good mood by stimulating the production of "feel-good" hormones, such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. Avocado, banana, dark chocolate, spinach, nuts as well as fruits and vegetables are to be consumed without moderation for good morale!
• Practice regular physical activity . Exercising releases endorphins for hours after exercise! At home or outside, within the limits of the authorized rules, bet on apps like Seven or Fizz Up to motivate you. A good way to clear your head to feel better, especially when you work from home and your social interactions and outings are limited.
• Meditate . At home, it is possible to grant you a relaxation or meditation session directly from your smartphone thanks to the Petit Bambou app. Perfect for creating a little bubble of well-being!

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To overcome the current crisis, seeking well-being and happiness may be the solution. Do not hesitate to consult! Don't be fooled by conventional wisdom:therapy is about self-care to feel better. Through various techniques used by therapists or by adopting a few key habits, finding serenity has never been easier.

1CSA Survey for Psychologies