Psychotherapy helps the person gain deep self-knowledge and link the past with the present: see how their early life experiences have influenced the way they live their adult life. The realizations they make enable them to let go of their passive attitude and take an active role in their life. Thus, they become much more conscious and present in their life.

Psychotherapy also enables the person to get in touch with aspects of their personality that they have alienated – because, for example, they were not accepted by the immediate environment. This reconnection makes the person feel more whole, more complete and more alive. Their personality is strengthened as they regain the energy which belonged to these alienated parts.
Another important benefit is that psychotherapy reveals one's deep talents and enhances their creativity.
Overall, the psychotherapeutic process brings rebirth to one’s personality and reshapes their attitude towards life. It significantly improves the person’s sense of self and the way they relate to others. Most important of all, it brings the person in touch with the real purpose of their life: to simply exist as they are, to be happy for what they are and to use their talents in a creative way.

Panagiota Kypraiou MSc Health Psychology, MBPsS - Body & Gestalt Psychotherapist (ECP) - Body Psychotherapy Supervisor - Parents' Education Groups Coordinator https://www.psychotherapeia.net.gr