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Self-harm refers to deliberate and intentional actions that an individual takes to harm themselves, often as a way to cope with intense emotional pain or distress. Common forms of self-harm include cutting, burning, or hitting oneself. While self-harm can provide temporary relief from emotional pain, it is ultimately harmful and can have serious physical and emotional consequences. Therapy can be a crucial resource for individuals struggling with self-harm. A therapist can provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore the underlying causes of their self-harm, such as past trauma, intense emotional distress, or a lack of healthy coping mechanisms. Through therapy, individuals can learn new and healthier ways to cope with emotional pain, such as mindfulness techniques or cognitive-behavioral therapy. A therapist can also help individuals develop a stronger sense of self-awareness and self-care, which can reduce the risk of future self-harm. This may involve exploring how past experiences and relationships have influenced their thoughts and behaviors, and identifying new strategies to build self-esteem and self-worth. Additionally, a therapist can provide practical support and guidance, such as connecting individuals to community resources or helping them develop a safety plan to manage urges to self-harm.

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Therapy for Self-harm

Many people worldwide are affected by Self-harm, so by no means should you feel alone or that the diagnosis is unmanageable: many have sought treatment successfully through finding a qualified and compassionate psychotherapist. Although it requires some daily effort to manage Self-harm, seeking professional help is a key step in understanding what you need to gain more stability in everyday life and how to integrate healthy coping mechanisms into your daily routine. To learn how to go about selecting the perfect therapist, read our guide here.

How to choose a therapist specialising in Self-harm

It’s not unusual to feel slightly overwhelmed when choosing a type of therapy. These feelings are completely normal and can be part of the initial stages of seeking therapy. It's important to remember that finding the right fit for you is crucial, and it may take some exploration and open communication with potential therapists to discover the approach and therapist that aligns best with your needs and preferences. Trusting your instincts and being patient with yourself throughout this process can help alleviate some of the overwhelm and lead to a smoother therapeutic journey. If you need additional help in finding a qualified practitioner, It’s Complicated offers a free matching service, where our in-house therapists will try to find the best match for you based on your individual needs and preferences.

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Search for practitioners who specialise in Self-harm and many other approaches in the search tool here in our directory of licensed professionals. For many of us, there's never a more important time than now to nurture our mental health. If you are interested in therapy to assist you in improving your life quality, our platform features over 1,500 mental health professionals from 80+ countries. Counselling is also available in almost 100 languages, both online and in-person, making the search for an accredited psychologist who is knowledgeable about Self-harm much less complicated.

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