Mental Illness Treatment
As well as being an effective treatment for emotional difficulties and stress, psychotherapy can be very effective for mental illnesses such as anxiety, bipolar, depression, PTSD, etc. In addition, studies have shown that a combination of medication and psychotherapy is the most effective treatment for most mental health conditions.
Whether you have already been diagnosed with a mental health condition or if you suspect you have one, Yolanda Fihla specialises in diagnosing and treating mental illness and will help you explore the feelings, behaviours and thoughts associated with your condition.
Therapy sessions will provide knowledge and insight into your thinking patterns and teach you healthy coping and stress management skills.
Therapy can treat the following conditions
- Anxiety disorders, such as social anxiety, general anxiety disorder, panic disorder
- Acute stress disorder
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Yolanda’s approach to therapy
Yolanda tailors her treatment approach to your unique situation and goals. During the initial sessions, Yolanda will focus on understanding the adversities you face and determining your therapy goals. To get the most out of therapy, it's vital to see therapy as a collaborative effort following the agreed treatment plan. It's also important to practise what you've spoken about and complete any assignments given to you between sessions, such as journaling.
If you or someone you know has immediate thoughts of suicide or self-harm, don't hesitate to contact the SADAG Suicide Crisis Helpline (24 hours) at 0800 567 567.