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BSc, PGCert, D.Clin.Psych
I am here to help you understand yourself and others better, and to improve your mental health and well-being. Whether you need therapy, counseling, coaching, or testing, our qualified and experienced psychologists can provide you with the support and guidance you need.
Sara Botar
Psychologist, Founder
My philosophy is to help you discover and embrace your true self, and to help you live a life that is authentic, meaningful, and fulfilling. I believe that you have the potential to grow, change, and overcome any challenges that you face. I use a holistic and integrative approach that considers your mind, body, spirit, and environment. I provide a safe, respectful, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and where you can learn new skills and strategies to achieve your goals.
Work through a collaborative and personalized approach, utilizing various therapeutic techniques to help individuals navigate and overcome mental health challenges. Provide support, guidance, and tools for self-discovery, aiming to empower individuals to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.
- When you feel overwhelmed or stuck by your emotions, thoughts, or behaviors, and you need professional help to cope, change, or improve .
- When you experience a significant life event or transition, such as a loss, a divorce, a health issue, or a career change, and you need support, guidance, or feedback.
- When you have a mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia, and you need diagnosis, treatment, or management .
- When you want to enhance your personal or professional development, such as your skills, abilities, performance, or happiness, and you need coaching, training, or education.
- When you are curious or interested in learning more about yourself or others, such as your personality, intelligence, or relationships, and you need assessment, evaluation, or consultation .
Some common services are but not limited to
- anxiety
- depression and bipolar disorders
- eating disorders
- addiction and substance abuse
- stress
- loss (of loved ones, jobs, relationships, etc.)
- anger management
- pain management
- trauma
- child development and behavioural challenges (autism spectrum disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
- and other problems relating to emotional, social and intellectual development.
Your personal factors and circumstances. Your personality, motivation, readiness, expectations, and coping skills may affect how quickly or effectively you respond to therapy. Your relationship with your therapist, your level of trust, and your willingness to open up and participate may also influence your progress in therapy. Your life situation, such as your stress level, social support, financial situation, or physical health, may also affect your ability to benefit from therapy.
According to the American Psychological Association, about 50% of people will start to feel better after about 15-20 sessions of therapy. Certain short-term therapy types can produce results in as few as 12-16 sessions. More complex psychological conditions, and certain personality disorders, may require lengthier treatments (between 12-18 months). People with chronic conditions may need longer and more extensive treatment.
To support individuals in understanding and managing their mental and emotional well-being through a variety of therapeutic techniques.
Initial Assessment and Diagnosis:
- Begin by conducting an initial assessment to understand your concerns and background.
- They use diagnostic tools to identify and categorize mental health issues accurately.
- This process helps create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
Therapeutic Interventions:
- Employ various therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, or humanistic approaches.
- Through dialogue and interaction, they help you explore and understand thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
- The goal is to develop coping mechanisms and healthier patterns of thinking and behaving.
Goal Setting and Progress Monitoring:
- Work collaboratively with you to set realistic and achievable therapeutic goals.
- Regular progress assessments help track your development and make adjustments to the treatment plan if necessary.
- Goal setting provides a roadmap for the therapeutic journey, fostering a sense of direction and accomplishmen.
Crisis Intervention and Support:
- Handle crises and provide immediate support during emotional emergencies.
- Equip you with coping strategies to navigate challenging situations effectively.
- Crisis intervention ensures that you have the necessary tools to manage acute mental health concerns.
Empowerment and Self-Discovery:
- Aim to empower you by fostering self-awareness and promoting personal growth.
- Through exploration and reflection, you gain insights into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
- The ultimate goal is to facilitate positive changes that lead to a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Services are usually delivered in a confidential and supportive setting, such as the psychologist’s office, your home, or a community venue. Psychology services may involve different activities, such as talking, listening, testing, observing, experimenting, practicing, and learning. Psychology services are usually tailored to your specific needs and goals, and may involve collaboration, feedback, and homework. To prepare for psychology services, you can think about your reasons and expectations for seeking help, your current situation and challenges, your desired outcomes and changes, and your questions and concerns. You can also be open, honest, and respectful with your psychologist, and follow their instructions and recommendations
