When is the right time to talk to a psychologist?

Many people wait months or even years before reaching out to a psychologist. They often think it is “not serious enough”, that “others have it worse” or that “it will pass on its own”. The truth is that there is no “serious enough”: if something is weighing on you, it deserves attention.

Signs worth noticing

• You feel anxious, low or tense most days, for several weeks.
• Your sleep or appetite has changed noticeably.
• You avoid situations, people or activities you used to enjoy.
• You find it hard to concentrate at work or in your studies.
• Your relationships with your partner, family or friends are under strain.
• You are going through a major change or loss and feel unable to process it.
• Patterns that don’t serve you keep repeating, however hard you try to change them.

Therapy is not only for “crises”

Psychotherapy is not only for people with a diagnosis. Many people start because they want to understand themselves better, build self-esteem or learn to manage stress. Just as we look after our physical health preventively, we can look after our mental health too.

What to expect from the first appointment

The first session is a chance to get to know each other. We will talk about what brings you, what you would like to change and how we could work together. You don’t need to prepare anything, and you only share what you feel ready to share. Everything we discuss is strictly confidential.

If you need urgent help

If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, don’t wait. In Greece, call 112, the ambulance service on 166 or the Suicide Prevention Helpline on 1018 (24/7).

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If you recognise yourself in any of the above, you can get in touch to arrange a first meeting, in Rhodes or online.