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Amarjeet Purewal

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Amarjeet Purewal
  • Webster, New York
  • Bachelor Degree at SUNY Geneseo
  • Accepting new patients

What type of psychotherapy is used for schizophrenia?

There are a variety of psychotherapy approaches ranging from traditional psychoanalysis to cognitive behavioral therapy. It is important to talk to your provider to determine your READ MORE
There are a variety of psychotherapy approaches ranging from traditional psychoanalysis to cognitive behavioral therapy. It is important to talk to your provider to determine your goals and tailor the approach to goals.



Does therapy help after divorce?

It depends how open you would be to the process. Divorce can be troublesome on many levels. I often liken it to a complicated loss or traumatic if there was abuse. Therapy can READ MORE
It depends how open you would be to the process. Divorce can be troublesome on many levels. I often liken it to a complicated loss or traumatic if there was abuse. Therapy can help work through the emotions, loss, or trauma, and growth. I would recommend therapy either through a counselor, if spiritual many priests do some level of counseling.


What can be done for anxiety?

I would recommend some talk therapy focused on cognitive behavioral therapy that will assist in processing and coping with anxiety.



Is psychotherapy effective for anxiety?

Yes, highly affective. Particularly those that are cognitively behaviorally focused. It will force you to address issues which may make you uncomfortable, but get your anxiety READ MORE
Yes, highly affective. Particularly those that are cognitively behaviorally focused. It will force you to address issues which may make you uncomfortable, but get your anxiety under control.



Does CBD help anxiety?

I am not a big proponent of CBD for anxiety. There is talk therapy for anxiety and anti-anxiety meds that are more affective and less addictive.



What are the different types of psychological tests?

There are a variety of tests that can be given dependent upon what the issue is. There are personality tests, intelligence, etc.


What is a natural remedy for panic attacks?

I would recommend relaxation training and psychotherapy.



How can music therapy be used for relaxation and stress management?

Yes, if it is relaxing for you. No metal or stimulating music.



What activities help with anxiety?

Relaxation training, any habits that you find relaxing, social support, and therapy.

What is the best treatment for a child's depression?

There is talk therapy that focuses on underlying issues, possibility of medication, and activities.



What is the best therapy for PTSD?

Yes, there are many therapies for PTSD. Many are based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It will force you to deal with the underlying trauma. Prolonged exposure or Cognitive Processing READ MORE
Yes, there are many therapies for PTSD. Many are based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It will force you to deal with the underlying trauma. Prolonged exposure or Cognitive Processing therapies are the gold standards. Medications may be part of the process as well.



What happens in a CBT session?

CBT is an active approach to treating a variety of issues including depression. In sessions, you will learning a variety of skill sets to combat depression from understanding triggers, READ MORE
CBT is an active approach to treating a variety of issues including depression. In sessions, you will learning a variety of skill sets to combat depression from understanding triggers, coping strategies, and understanding how you process events in a depressive mindset.

How do I stop emotional stress?

There are a variety of ways. I would suggest talking to a therapist formally to determine what are the underlying causes and or triggers to your distress.



What is humanistic therapy?

Hello, Humanistic therapy is a mental health approach that emphasizes the importance of being your true self in order to lead the most fulfilling life. It’s based on the principle READ MORE
Hello,

Humanistic therapy is a mental health approach that emphasizes the importance of being your true self in order to lead the most fulfilling life. It’s based on the principle that everyone has their own unique way of looking at the world. This view can impact your choices and actions. Humanistic therapy also involves a core belief that people are good at heart and capable of making the right choices for themselves. If you don’t hold yourself in high regard, it’s harder to develop your full potential.


How can I help myself with anxiety?

I would recommend The Anxiety and Phobia workbook to read and follow. Most approaches will be based on increasing your exposure to social situations.


How often should you see a therapist for depression?

Your therapist that you see will do what’s called an initial evaluation. Based the findings of the initial evaluation, you and your therapist will set a schedule for appointments READ MORE
Your therapist that you see will do what’s called an initial evaluation. Based the findings of the initial evaluation, you and your therapist will set a schedule for appointments afterwards. Typically, it can go weekly and more or less as the two of you determine.

What kind of therapy is used to treat depression?

There are multiple types of therapy that can help. They range from cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, behavioral, and others. It will partly dependent upon what fits READ MORE
There are multiple types of therapy that can help. They range from cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, behavioral, and others. It will partly dependent upon what fits you and what your therapist offers.



Why is stress management important?

Hi, Stress has a lot of negative effects on our physical ad emotional health as well as how we respond cognitively to the world. Physically, stress affects cardiovascular, immunity, READ MORE
Hi,

Stress has a lot of negative effects on our physical ad emotional health as well as how we respond cognitively to the world. Physically, stress affects cardiovascular, immunity, and generally lowers ability to react to strain. Emotionally, prolonged stress can lead to anxiety, depression, addictions, and relationship stress. Cognitively, stress can alter how we view or react to the world. Stress is a part of life, but affective management can allow us to live a more balanced life.

How effective is psychotherapy in treating mental illness?

Hello, Psychotherapy is highly affective. There are several factors that will influence treatment which include a good relationship with your therapist, asking questions about READ MORE
Hello,

Psychotherapy is highly affective. There are several factors that will influence treatment which include a good relationship with your therapist, asking questions about approaches to be used, and putting in the work to change. One session will not fix all the issues, but will require a commitment to change.



What is the difference between cognitive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy?

It is variation of the the same treatment. Cognitive therapy focuses more on thought processes and CBT encompasses thoughts and behaviors.