Psychologist and Psychiatrist both are mental health professionals, but they have different roles and trainings

• Psychologists typically have degree in Psychology and specialize in talk therapy (Psychotherapy), psychological testing, and other forms of mental health assessments, to diagnose and treat mental health conditions. They focus on helping individual develop insight into their thoughts, emotions and behavior and use evidence-based techniques to help individual cope with stressors and overcome their mental health issues.
• On other hand, Psychiatrists are MBBS doctors with specialization in psychiatry, and are trained to diagnose and treat mental illnesses by prescribing medication and other forms of medical treatment, such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) or transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS).

When seeking psychiatric and psychological services, it's crucial to think about your own specific needs and preferences in order to choose the best mental health professional to assist you on your road toward psychological health.

Psychologists are not medical doctors, but they are highly trained professionals who can help people with a variety of mental health issues through their therapeutic services. Psychologists typically have a post graduate diploma in Clinical Psychology or doctorate degree in psychology, and they have completed extensive training in the assessment, diagnoses and treatment of mental health disorders. Clinical psychologists provide psychotherapy, a form of talk therapy that enables people to overcome mental health problems, realize their full potential, and regain control of their life. Contrary to medication, which might result in dependency, psychotherapy promotes independence.

Psychotherapy sessions can be beneficial for anyone who is experiencing mental health issues or struggling with emotional, or behavioral difficulties. This can include individual with conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OSD) as well as those experiencing relationship problems, low self-esteem issues, stress or life transitions. Psychotherapy can also be helpful for those who simply want to work on personal growth and self-improvement. Ultimately anyone who is experiencing distress or difficulty can benefit from seeking guidance from clinical psychologists through psychotherapy/counselling.

The length of psychotherapy session can vary depending on the therapist and the type of therapy being used. Generally, Psychotherapy session can range from 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Go to The Psych Guide website and click on "book an appointment" button on the homepage, then fill out the form. Once the form has been submitted, our team will respond to you, to confirm which date and time you can have your first session.

Therapy at The Psych Guide is affordable starting at rupees 1000 per session. Psychological therapy requires multiple session guided by a clinical psychologist, Therefore, you can select a "Price Plan" according to your budget, where you get more discount per session.

Considering Pakistan's current situation of inflation and financial challenges, we know that seeking therapeutic help can be tough due to affordability. That's why we've kept our therapy prices low, aiming to help everyone benefit. We're committed to providing quality services at the best prices in Pakistan. Your well-being matters to us. 

Each session require payment in advance. Once the payment is received, only then your session will commence.

The number of psychotherapy sessions to treat a mental disorder varies widely depending on the individual and their specific needs. There is no set number of sessions that is appropriate for everyone as the duration and number of sessions can depend on factors such as the severity and complexity of the disorder, the individual's level of motivation, the type of therapy being used as well as individual's response to treatment.

In the first session, you can expect to discuss you reasons for seeking therapy, your current symptoms or concerns and your personal and medical history. The therapist/psychologist will likely ask questions to get to know you better and to gain an understanding of your unique situation. This session is focused on building report and developing a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs.

If you are running late for your therapy session, it’s important to communicate with your psychotherapist as soon as possible. Your psychotherapist may have other clients scheduled before or after your session, so being late can disrupt the schedule and cause inconvenience for others. Therefore, you will be given a ten-minute grace time. The session will be cancelled if there is any additional delay (without informing a therapist) and you'll be charged half of the session fee. Please contact us right away if you are facing any issue or need assistance in order to prevent cancellation without a refund.

In order to cancel and reschedule a therapy session, you must contact and inform your therapist 24hrs prior to your booked appointment. Failure to do so, will cost you half of the session fee.