Yes, all psychological services are confidential. Any information you share with me stays between us. The notes taken during counseling are kept safe.

However, as an exception, I will share personal information and the content of the case with others if the person poses a threat to their own life or someone else's life, as I am obliged to extend the confidentiality in such cases.

No. I am not a psychiatrist and I am not qualified to prescribe medication. If medication is needed, I refer the client to a psychiatrist or family doctor.

No, I do not accept clients with a doctor's referral as I am not a clinical psychologist.

In general, sessions last 60 minutes, depending on the psychological service they can last up to 90-120 minutes.

The frequency of sessions depends on the client's needs, expectations, and counseling goals. Here are some examples of meeting frequencies:

1. Weekly sessions

It is possible to attend a session once a week. Weekly sessions allow for consistent progress, exploration of issues, and building a strong therapeutic relationship.

2. Biweekly sessions

It is also possible to attend counseling/therapy every two weeks. This frequency allows the client more time to reflect and apply the methods discussed during the sessions.

3. Less frequent sessions

Depending on the need, we can also meet less often, such as once a month. If the psychologist sees the need for fewer sessions, they will inform the client.

4. Crisis situations

In case of crisis situations, it is possible to meet even twice a week.

Yes. Homeworks are part of counseling and therapy. These tasks and exercises are designed to reinforce the work done in the sessions and help clients apply what they have learned in their daily lives.

Here are some examples of homework assignments.

- Goal setting

- Preparation of a time (activity) plan

- Keeping a diary

- Answering strategic questions

- Behavioral exercises

- Mindfulness exercises

- Self-help book recommendations

A psychological counselor:

...is a specialist with at least a master's degree in psychology who holds the profession of psychological counselor.

...focuses on emotional, personal, developmental, social, health-related, as well as professional and educational topics.

...deals with clients from different target groups, including individuals, families, and groups.

The work of a psychological counselor is to prevent the emergence and worsening of mental health problems and to support psychological well-being and self-realization and they work in various counseling centers, family medicine centers, and private practices.

A family therapist is a trained specialist who focuses on improving family relationships and dynamics. Family therapy is a systematic and effective form of therapy that addresses the functioning of the family as a whole.

It is worth considering family therapy if:

- communication with some family members is very difficult, and you feel stuck.

- you want to re-establish a relationship with a family member but don't know how.

- you cannot break free from repetitive patterns that do not support family relationships.

- you are an adult but are still emotionally connected to your extended family in a way that impacts your current relationships.

NB! I am currently a family therapy trainee at the Kiira Järve Family Therapy Training Center. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Appointments can be canceled by emailing sharipha.rzayeva@srpsychology.com