{"id":13866,"date":"2025-12-10T08:23:37","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T08:23:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhrithiwellness.com\/?page_id=13866"},"modified":"2026-06-30T18:10:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T18:10:10","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dhrithiwellness.com\/index.php\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Faq"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"13866\" class=\"elementor elementor-13866\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7d534780 elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7d534780\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;,&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b15d4b8\" data-id=\"b15d4b8\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d2f28a elementor-widget elementor-widget-pix-animated-heading\" data-id=\"4d2f28a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"pix-animated-heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-center \"><div><h1 class=\"pix-headline my-3  slide-inverse text-gray-1 font-weight-bold  \" style=\"\"><span>FAQ <\/span><span class=\"pix-words-wrapper is-last\"><\/span><\/h1><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-64592817 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"64592817\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6de7d3f2\" data-id=\"6de7d3f2\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38d645fd elementor-widget elementor-widget-pix-accordion\" data-id=\"38d645fd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"pix-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"accordion w-100 accordion-card\" id=\"accordion-38d645fd\"><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-be4db17\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-be4db17\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-be4db17\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >When should I consider seeking help for my mental health?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-be4db17\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-be4db17\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>You do not have to wait for things to become overwhelming before reaching out. Persistent stress, anxiety, low mood, changes in sleep or appetite, difficulty coping, relationship concerns, emotional distress, or challenges affecting work, studies, or daily life are all valid reasons to seek support. Early intervention can often make recovery easier and more effective.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-6c6d826\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-6c6d826\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-6c6d826\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >What can I expect during my first appointment?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-6c6d826\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-6c6d826\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Your first consultation is an opportunity for us to understand your concerns, medical and personal history, and what you hope to achieve. We believe in a collaborative approach and will work with you to develop a treatment plan that best suits your needs. There is no pressure to have all the answers before coming in.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-439ba72\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-439ba72\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-439ba72\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >Will I definitely need medication?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-439ba72\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-439ba72\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Not necessarily. Treatment is individualised and may include medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle modifications, psychoeducation, or a combination of these approaches. Medication is recommended only when it is likely to be beneficial, and any treatment decisions are discussed with you in detail.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-7be3564\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-7be3564\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-7be3564\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >What is the difference between psychiatry and psychotherapy?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-7be3564\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-7be3564\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in mental health and can diagnose conditions, provide counselling and psychotherapy, and prescribe medications when needed. Psychotherapy refers to structured psychological treatments that help individuals understand and manage thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and relationships. Depending on your needs, your care may involve one or both approaches.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-6103b45\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-6103b45\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-6103b45\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >Is everything I discuss confidential?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-6103b45\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-6103b45\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Yes. Your privacy is extremely important to us. Information shared during consultations is kept confidential and handled with the utmost care. There are a few legally and ethically mandated exceptions, such as situations involving serious risk to safety, which will be explained to you when relevant.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-817de6e\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-817de6e\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-817de6e\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >How long does treatment usually take?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-817de6e\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-817de6e\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>There is no fixed timeline, as each person's needs are unique. Some concerns may improve with a few sessions, while others may require longer-term support. Our goal is to provide care that is appropriate, evidence-based, and tailored to your individual circumstances.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-7adaa37\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-7adaa37\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-7adaa37\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >Can I receive therapy and medication together?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-7adaa37\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-7adaa37\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Yes. In many situations, combining psychotherapy with medication can be particularly helpful. Depending on your concerns, we will discuss the various treatment options available and recommend an approach that aligns with your needs and preferences.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-554f5f6\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-554f5f6\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-554f5f6\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >Do you see children, adolescents, adults, and older adults?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-554f5f6\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-554f5f6\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Yes. We provide mental health care across different age groups. Concerns may include stress, anxiety, depression, emotional difficulties, behavioural concerns, relationship issues, sleep problems, and other mental health conditions. Care is tailored to the specific needs of each individual and family.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-4e3cce6\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-4e3cce6\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-4e3cce6\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >Do you provide psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-4e3cce6\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-4e3cce6\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Yes. We offer need-based psychodiagnostics and psychological assessment services through qualified professionals. These assessments may help clarify diagnoses, understand emotional and personality factors, evaluate cognitive functioning, or guide treatment planning.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-0676dc3\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-0676dc3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-0676dc3\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >I feel nervous about seeing a psychiatrist. Is that normal?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-0676dc3\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-0676dc3\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Absolutely. Many people feel uncertain or anxious before their first visit. Seeking help is a sign of self-care and strength, not weakness. Our aim is to provide a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and feel heard.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-28579f0\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-28579f0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-28579f0\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >Can family members accompany me during the consultation?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-28579f0\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-28579f0\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Yes. Family members or caregivers are welcome to accompany you if you feel their presence would be helpful. In some situations, involving loved ones can provide valuable insights and support the treatment process. At the same time, we respect your privacy and autonomy, and portions of the consultation may be conducted individually to ensure you have the opportunity to discuss your concerns openly and confidentially.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><div class=\"card\">\n               <div class=\"card-header pix-mb-10 shadow-sm rounded-lg bg-white\" id=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-e5c7121\" >\n                   <button class=\"btn btn-link d-flex text-left\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-e5c7121\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-e5c7121\"><span class=\"d-inline-flex align-self-center text-gradient-primary svg-202 text-20 pix-mr-10\"><svg class=\"pixfort-icon \" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Duotone\/pixfort-icon-chat-messages-2\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" fill-opacity=\".25\" d=\"M19,7 C20.6568542,7 22,8.34314575 22,10 L22,19.1442718 C22,19.535222 21.8854192,19.9176 21.670425,20.2441265 C21.062992,21.1666768 19.8226955,21.4221298 18.9001453,20.8146968 L15.8950653,18.8360678 C15.7318021,18.7285707 15.5406131,18.6712803 15.345138,18.6712803 L10,18.6712803 C8.74256597,18.6712803 7.66581944,17.8976652 7.21975011,16.8004246 L8.55396793,16 L13.9555247,16 C15.0557576,16 16.052686,15.5556634 16.7760843,14.8362729 C17.4994825,14.1168823 17.9493507,13.1224378 17.955463,12.0222219 L17.9827501,7 Z\"\/><path fill=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" d=\"M13.988858,3 C15.6457123,3 16.9888542,4.34314575 16.9888542,6.00277775 L16.9554784,12.0166664 C16.9463099,13.6669903 15.605874,15 13.9555247,15 L8.55396793,15 C8.37272398,15 8.19488758,15.0492578 8.03947217,15.1425071 L5.02899151,16.9487955 C4.08183098,17.5170918 2.85331047,17.2099617 2.28501415,16.2628011 C2.09851567,15.9519703 2,15.5962975 2,15.2338096 L2,6 C2,4.34314575 3.34314575,3 5,3 Z M12,8 L7,8 C6.44771525,8 6,8.44771525 6,9 C6,9.55228475 6.44771525,10 7,10 L12,10 C12.5522847,10 13,9.55228475 13,9 C13,8.44771525 12.5522847,8 12,8 Z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"d-inline-flex font-weight-bold secondary-font text-heading-default\" >Are online consultations available?<\/span><\/button>\n               <\/div>\n\n               <div id=\"collapsepix-tab-38d645fd-e5c7121\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"headingpix-tab-38d645fd-e5c7121\">\n                 <div class=\"card-body\"><p>Yes. We offer online consultations for individuals who may prefer the convenience of receiving care from their home or are unable to visit the clinic in person. Virtual appointments are conducted in a secure and confidential manner. If an in-person evaluation is recommended, we will discuss this with you and help you plan the next steps.<\/p><\/div>\n               <\/div>\n             <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-34197494\" data-id=\"34197494\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-380c8c5a elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-pix-badge\" data-id=\"380c8c5a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"pix-badge.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"pix-element-div w-100 text-left\"><span class=\"pix-badge-element h6 d-inline-flex mr-1 animate-in\" data-anim-type=\"fade-in-left\" data-anim-delay=\"600\"><span class=\"badge font-weight-bold  bg-primary  \" style=\" \"><span class=\"text-secondary\" style=\"\">Your Questions, Answered<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-533a1fcd elementor-widget elementor-widget-pix-sliding-text\" data-id=\"533a1fcd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"pix-sliding-text.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"el-533a1fcd\" class=\"mb-3 text-left \"><div class=\"d-inline-block\" style=\"max-width:800px;\"><h2 class=\"mb-32 pix-sliding-headline-2 animate-in font-weight-bold secondary-font \" data-anim-type=\"pix-sliding-text\" pix-anim-delay=\"500\" data-class=\"secondary-font text-secondary\" style=\"\"><span class=\"slide-in-container \"><span class=\"pix-sliding-item secondary-font text-secondary\" style=\"transition-delay: 0ms;\">Still&#32;<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"slide-in-container \"><span class=\"pix-sliding-item secondary-font text-secondary\" style=\"transition-delay: 150ms;\">have&#32;<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"slide-in-container \"><span class=\"pix-sliding-item secondary-font text-secondary\" style=\"transition-delay: 300ms;\">questions?&#32;<\/span><\/span> <\/h2><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-421699f2 elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-pix-text\" data-id=\"421699f2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"pix-text.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"pix-el-text w-100 text-left \" ><div class=\"d-inline-block\" style=\"max-width:600px;\"><p class=\"text-20 resp-option text-body-default text-left \" ><span class=\"text-body-default animate-in d-inline-block\" data-anim-delay=\"1000\" data-anim-type=\"fade-in-up\">We understand that reaching out for mental health support can bring up many questions. If there is something you would like to know that is not covered here, please feel free to contact our clinic. We would be happy to guide you and help you determine the most appropriate next steps for you or your loved one.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-229d21a7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-pix-button\" data-id=\"229d21a7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"pix-button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a  href=\"#\" class=\"btn m-0     shadow-lg shadow-hover-lg text-body-default btn-white d-inline-flex align-items-center pix-hover-item     secondary-font  animate-in btn-md\"   data-anim-type=\"fade-in-up\" data-anim-delay=\"600\" ><svg class=\"pixfort-icon font-weight-bold  pix-hover-left  mr-2\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"  data-name=\"Line\/pixfort-icon-user-circle-1\" viewBox=\"2 2 20 20\"><path fill=\"none\" stroke=\"var(--pf-icon-color)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"var(--pf-icon-stroke-width)\" d=\"M12,21 C16.9705627,21 21,16.9705627 21,12 C21,7.02943725 16.9705627,3 12,3 C7.02943725,3 3,7.02943725 3,12 C3,16.9705627 7.02943725,21 12,21 Z M5.63686238,18.367264 C7.12663784,16.789088 9.24768372,16 12,16 C14.7510529,16 16.8714147,16.7883637 18.3610856,18.3650912 M12,13 C13.6568542,13 15,11.6568542 15,10 C15,8.34314575 13.6568542,7 12,7 C10.3431458,7 9,8.34314575 9,10 C9,11.6568542 10.3431458,13 12,13 Z\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"font-weight-bold \" >Book An Appointment Now!<\/span><\/a>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FAQ When should I consider seeking help for my mental health? 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