People come to psychotherapy for a wide range of reasons. Below are a few examples.

Some people come because of a problem in living, such as:

  • Depression and mood problems
  • Anxiety and fears
  • Alcoholism and other addictions
  • Work stress
  • Social isolation
  • Life transitions
  • Grief
  • Divorce
  • Relationship problems
  • Job dissatisfaction
  • Blended families
  • Parenting concerns
  • Adolescent development
  • Problems with intimacy and commitment

Some people believe that they suffer from a recognizable disorder, such as:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Panic Attacks
  • Post-traumatic Stress
  • Phobias
  • Alcohol and Drug Dependence
  • Attention Deficit Disorder
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Some people want a coach to help them as they make different types of decisions, such as:

  • Career track decisions
  • Dealing with difficult employees
  • Defining and identifying life goals
  • Enhancement of relationships
  • Adjusting to corporate change

Some of this content is originally from executivepsych.com, which encompasses all of San Diego.