February 2024 – Abri Mental Health

February 29, 2024

Reasons Therapy Might Not Work

“Therapy isn’t for me.” Is this phrase familiar to you? We hear it all the time and we thought it was time to explore the reasons therapy might not be ‘for me’. Therapy can be empowering and greatly healing for many. However, it’s crucial to acknowledge that therapy may not always yield the expected results....

February 22, 2024

How to Choose A Therapist

Deciding to go to therapy can be hard. Finding the right therapist can be even harder (but not impossible!). Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or looking to switch therapists, finding the right fit is important and necessary for a positive and effective experience. Let’s talk about what you should be on the...

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February 15, 2024

Types of Mental Health Professionals in Malaysia

What does it mean when someone says they are seeing a therapist? What is the title of the professional that first comes to your mind? We have broadly three categories of mental health professionals in Malaysia. People often confuse the three professionals for each other but we’re here to clear that up today. We’ll throw in a...

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February 8, 2024

Who can go to therapy? (Part 2)

This is a continuation from part 1 of Who can go to therapy? We also see these groups of people coming into therapy: 1. New Parents: The joy of becoming a parent is often accompanied by new challenges and adjustments. Sleepless nights, changes in roles, and the demands of caring for a newborn can contribute...

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February 1, 2024

Who can go to therapy? (Part 1)

We wonder if this question has crossed your mind before. Who can go to therapy and for what reason? “I’m not crazy, I don’t need to see a therapist,” is still a common statement among people, including young adults. Whether we like to admit it or not, the stigma around mental health very much exists. The...