Q&A with our Psychologist
q&a with our psychologist
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We teamed up with the wonderful Psychologists from Little Window, Thania and Christina, who spent some time answering questions from our Believe community.
Thania and Christina provide therapy to people of all ages, genders and gender expressions, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds. Their counselling space is a safe, nurturing and sacred haven to look within and work towards wellness.
from our believe community
Hello, how do I know it's time to leave a marriage? I am so sad it's hard to carry on with day to day things. I put on a brave face at work but lately it takes so much out of me that I can't even do that. I have supported my husband through years of anxiety and depression. I am completely drained and running on empty. I don't know if my feelings are real or due to perimenopause. I don't know where to start to try and get some clarity so I can make the right decision.
Hello, I am married with three children. On the surface I appear to have it all together however, in my mind I keep replaying a fantasy life. Do you have any tips on getting past this? Why is this happening to me? Thank you.
How do you get out of an abusive relationship? I've been with him for 5 years, the last 2 years have really torn me. He puts me down in front of people, treats me like a child, tells me I'm blessed to be with him and I will never find anyone else.
How do you know when sadness (from an event in your life) is something more serious than just sadness?
I am in a loving, committed relationship where we have talked extensively about our future together. During rational moments I trust my partner implicitly and know he would never intentionally do anything to hurt me. However, more frequently I am experiencing periods of anxiety where I can't help but be fearful about him cheating on me/ leaving/ becoming ill. How can I overcome this and prevent it from impacting my relationship in the future? Thank you x
How do you build up the courage to see a psychologist? A few of my friends have suggested that seeing someone might be helpful but I don’t know how to ask and get the confidence to book an appointment.
My heart is aching and broken post a break up. What are your tips for getting through this difficult time? Thank you
My friend is upset because she is getting bullied & she's talking to me about this & I've been giving her advice like ’it's okay, don't listen to them’ but it's just not working. I was wondering if you could give me some advice to help her? Thank you, Emily
a) How can I stop thinking the worst? And stop worrying about dying?
b) I don’t like leaving home as I am worried about what is going to happen when I’m out. Can you please give me some tips and things that I could try?
I was in a relationship when I was younger where the guy abused me mentally and physically. I turned to food for comfort. Over the years since we broke up, which is about 28 years ago, I have put a lot of weight on, have struggled with anxiety for years. How can I get out of the habit of comfort eating? As I am very unhappy and conscious of my size.
Should medication such as antidepressants be a last resort or are they required in the treatment process? I realise everyone is different but it seems as though they are too easily prescribed and are a band aid solution. What are your thoughts on how medication should be used?
I'm 20, and lately I've been really really down and all of a sudden I've been very anxious and not being able to see a way out of it? I'm usually the positive one in my surroundings and lately I just can't seem to shine my light as bright as I used to. My question is what is the first step to just getting control of my mental health back?