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Losing Your Job: How Psychotherapy Can Help You

Marcelina Hardy | May 29, 2008

The economy has made it hard for people and many people are losing their jobs because of it. This can cause a lot of stress on a person as well as the person's family. This stress can turn into a serious problem when it starts to interfere in the person finding a new job.

If this sounds like you, a psychotherapist can help you get out of the rut you feel and start pulling your life together again. You may feel like no one or nothing can help you but the reality is that therapy can help you see why you are feeling this way and what steps you need to take to start feeling better.

How a Psychotherapist Can Help You Get on Your Feet

Interviews

You've lost your job and you don't know how you are going to make ends meet. You are nervous and this anxiety is making interviews difficult. You don't know what to say and you come across as trying too hard to get the position. Because of this, you aren't getting the jobs you are applying for.

A therapist can help you by conducting mock interviews with you to show you how you can answer questions well. He or she will be able to show you what to do to help you calm down your anxiety so you can show your best to potential employers.

Help for Depression or Anxiety

If you are feeling depressed about the job search process, your psychotherapist will listen to your frustrations, fears and worries. He or she will be able to assess if you may need some anti-depressant or anti-anxiety medications to get you through this hard time in your life. There is nothing wrong with taking these types of medications. They will help you remain calm so you can focus on applying and making good first impressions.

Other Problems

If you feel that many problems including job loss that are compounding you, a psychotherapist can help you sort all of your issues so you can start to see your life in a new perspective. Being able to take a step back and solve other issues in your life will help you focus on the job search.

Support

As time goes on, if you still do not have a job, your psychotherapist will continue to give support and comfort through this time. She can refer you to agencies or other financial assistance to help pay for your bills and other expenses. Having someone who will listen to you and point you in some directions you never thought of can be a tremendous help.

How to Pay for a Psychotherapist When Not Working

As many people know, seeking therapy is not cheap. However, many therapists will provide services pro bono meaning service fees are on a sliding scale and based on income.

You may also be able to pay for therapy with your insurance. If you have insurance from your last employer or if you have new insurance, your plan may include behavioral health. Call your insurance company to check.