Psychotherapy works by helping individuals understand their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors more clearly. It often involves talking about life events, conflicts and emotions which helps in understanding and resolving problems on mental, emotional, psychological and somatic levels. Effectiveness of psychotherapy is clinically research and evidence based. 

Psychotherapy can help with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, stress, relationship problems, somatic and chronic illnesses and emotional problems. The right modality of psychotherapy can help with the burning symptoms but also bring long lasting character change and happier life. 

The length of psychotherapy varies depending on the individual and their specific needs. It can range from a few sessions to several months. It all comes down to the willingness of the patient to change, skills of psychotherapist and modality used. ISTDP therapy deals with all of these and shortens the number of session to the minimum with maximum effectiveness. 

Yes, psychotherapy is confidential. All accredited psychotherapists are bound by ethical guidelines to keep the information shared by clients private, with some exceptions related to safety and legal requirements. For example, if client wants to hurt themselves or others, therapist is bound to notify the relevant authorities. 

Yes, many people find that a combination of medication and psychotherapy works best for them. It's important to discuss this with both your therapist and physician.

If you're experiencing emotional distress, persistent problems in your daily life, struggle to maintain relationships, diagnosed with mental health disorder or just feel overwhelmed and unable to cope, seeking a psychotherapist could be beneficial. It's always OK to seek help.