When Should I See a Clinical Psychologist?

People often consider psychological therapy, also known as therapy, psychotherapy or counselling, when:

• They feel an overwhelming and prolonged sense of sadness and helplessness, and they lack hope in their lives
• Their emotional difficulties make it hard for them to function from day to day. For example, they are unable to concentrate on assignments and their job performance suffers as a result
• Their actions are harmful to themselves or to others. For instance, they drink too much alcohol and become overly aggressive

They are troubled by emotional difficulties facing family members or close friends