What actually happens during therapy?

Written By Dr. Dara Querimit

Every therapy session is unique and caters to each individual and their specific goals. It is standard for therapists to discuss the primary issues and concerns in your life during therapy sessions. It is common to schedule a series of weekly sessions, where each session lasts around fifty minutes. Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue, or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth. There may be times when you are asked to take certain actions outside of the therapy sessions, such as reading a relevant book or keeping records to track certain behaviors. It is important process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life between sessions. For therapy to be most effective you must be an active participant, both during and between the sessions. People seeking psychotherapy are willing to take responsibility for their actions, work towards self-change and create greater awareness in their lives.

Here are some things you can expect out of therapy:

  • Compassion, respect and understanding

  • Perspectives to illuminate persistent patterns and negative feelings

  • Real strategies for enacting positive change

  • Effective and proven techniques along with practical guidance

Dr. Dara Querimit

Dr. Dara Querimit is a licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult solution-focused therapy.   She maintains a private practice in Montclair, New Jersey.

As a licensed psychologist, certified personal trainer, and certified practitioner in yoga therapuetics, she uniquely integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach that is tailored to each client's goals.  Dr. Dara specializes in strength-based, and solution-focused therapy.  She works in a comfortable, and peaceful setting that would appeal to kids, teens, and adults alike.  Among her areas of experience are: 1) cognitive-behavioral therapy; 2) solution-focused therapy; 3) positive/strength-based psychology; 4) integrating the ancient therapeutics of yoga philosophy, yoga postures, meditation, and breathing practices for relieving depression, anxiety, fearfulness, shame and guilt; 5) peaceful conflict-resolution on an individual and community level; 6) difficulties with focus and attention; and 7) career counseling and coaching.

https://www.drdaratherapy.com/AboutDrDaraQuerimitMontclairNJ.en.html
Previous

Five ways to make exercise fun
Next

Secrets to making a perfect Sunday dinner