Childhood is a whirlwind of emotions, experiences, and challenges. While laughter and joy often characterise this period, it's important to remember that children can also face significant emotional struggles. From navigating complex family dynamics to coping with academic pressure or bullying, their mental health can be just as vulnerable as their physical health. This is where psychotherapy steps in, offering a safe space and effective tools to support children on their journey of emotional well-being.
At KickStart Therapy, we understand the unique needs of children and the transformative power of psychotherapy. We firmly believe that every child deserves access to support that empowers them to navigate life's challenges, build resilience, and thrive. In this blog, we'll explore the invaluable role of psychotherapy in nurturing children's mental health and how KickStart Therapy can be your partner in this journey.
If you're concerned about your child's mental health, remember, you're not alone. Seeking professional help is a courageous, essential and proactive step towards supporting your child's emotional well-being. At KickStart Therapy, we're here to guide you through every step of the process. We offer a 1:1 consultation to discuss your child's needs and answer any queries you may have.
Investing in your child's mental health is an investment in their future. With the right support, every child can develop the emotional strength they need to thrive. Together, let's ensure that they have the tools to navigate life's challenges and chase their dreams with confidence. Contact KickStart Therapy today and let's start your child's journey towards emotional well-being.
Instagram therapy can be as futile or as useful as reading self-help books.
A 2017 report by The National Institute of Mental Health showed that only 42 percent of the 46.6 million adults with some kind of mental illness in the US received mental health services.
Expense, lack of proper health insurance, and a shortfall of certified experts remain the prime causes for this discrepancy.
If you scroll through Dr. Nicole LePera’s Instagram feed, you will find information worthy of being called therapeutic.
Superficiality and sanctimonious expectations, a result of the wellness bubble that the so-called ‘Instagram influencers’ have created, are further undermining whatever good work Instagram therapy is doing.
On Instagram, there are many who give knowledge that is not an outcome of their own exploration or training but is simply a pastiche of credible mental health experts.
This provides us with an opportunity to take stock of where India stands in this aspect.
To put it in a gist long-pending actions such as framing policy and exploring the Indian methods such as Yoga have been taken care of in the recent years.
This act made universal mental healthcare a reality assuring free treatment for all mentally ill persons including the homeless even if they do not possess a BPL card.
It also noted the important role families play in providing care for mentally ill and need to provide support to such families not only financially but also provide guidance to them in terms of accessing mental health services and information related to mental health.
After the gap of 15 years, National Health Policy was adopted in 2017.
In a country so vast like India it proposes the community-based approach to address mental health issues.
