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Can i take only counselling for my health anxiety issue and my rude behaviour i don't want to take any medications please suggest it would be a great help
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Thanks for reaching out. You want to take counselling sessions for health anxiety, and anger issues. Since when have you been having health anxiety and anger issues? You don’t want to take medicines. Psychotherapy is an effective treatment for health anxiety and anger issues. Consult a psychologist and explain about health anxiety and anger issues. If your anxiety levels are not too severe then counselling sessions will help you.
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Yes definitely, counselling is the best idea to deal with this situation as this is more of behavioral aspect which can be dealt with therapy and medicine is not just one solution for it, you should surely consult a psychologist
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Yes, you can absolutely manage health anxiety and rude behavior through counseling alone, without medication. Many people successfully overcome anxiety and behavioral issues using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other therapeutic techniques.
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Counseling Approach for Health Anxiety:
✔ CBT for Health Anxiety – Helps you challenge irrational fears about your health and break the cycle of constant worry.
✔ Exposure Therapy – Gradually reduces compulsive checking behaviors (e.g., Googling symptoms, frequent doctor visits).
✔ Mindfulness & Relaxation Techniques – Teaches you how to stay present and calm rather than obsessing over health concerns.
Counseling Approach for Rude Behavior & Emotional Regulation:
✔ Anger Management Techniques – Helps identify triggers and develop healthier ways to express frustration.
✔ Cognitive Restructuring – Helps you change negative thought patterns that lead to impulsive or rude reactions.
✔ Improving Communication Skills – Teaches assertiveness and empathy to respond more calmly in interactions.
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Since you prefer not to take medication, consistent therapy, lifestyle changes, and self-help strategies can be very effective. If you haven’t started therapy yet, I strongly recommend seeking a therapist who specializes in CBT and emotional regulation.
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It seems to be IAD. It is a type of Anxiety disorder.
It needs to be addressed asap otherwise it may get complicated.
Counseling sessions would be a good solution for your problem to start with.
You need an expert Psychologist.
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I have been working as a counseling psychologist for the last 17 years. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance
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It sounds like you feel bitter about certain things & experiences which has also impacted your health. I appreciate that you want to address this issue without medications but the plan of action will depend upon evaluation & knowing more about you.
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Absolutely, you can choose to focus solely on counseling for health anxiety and behavioral issues without medication. Many people find that therapy, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), is effective in managing anxiety by addressing negative thought patterns and developing coping strategies. A qualified therapist can help you explore the underlying causes of your health anxiety and rude behaviors, equipping you with tools to respond more positively in challenging situations. It's important to communicate your preferences to your therapist, as they can tailor the therapy to fit your needs and goals. With commitment and support, many individuals successfully manage anxiety and improve interpersonal interactions through counseling alone.
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Yes absolutely,Counseling works amazingly well for hypochondriasis/Health anxiety.please connect to me on video or in clinic settings.
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Yes, counseling alone can be highly effective for both health anxiety and managing rude behavior without medication. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is particularly useful for health anxiety, helping you recognize and challenge irrational fears about your health. Techniques like exposure therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive restructuring can help reduce constant worry about illness and bodily sensations. Therapy can also help you break the cycle of excessive checking, Googling symptoms, or seeking reassurance, which often fuels anxiety.
For rude or impulsive behavior, therapy can help you identify emotional triggers, practice self-regulation techniques, and develop better communication skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) or anger management techniques can help you respond more calmly in frustrating situations. Over time, counseling will improve your emotional control, confidence, and ability to handle stress without reacting negatively. Take therapy, and you can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
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Ms. Parul Nautiyal
Mental Health Counselor
13 yrs exp
New Delhi
Definitely counseling sessions will be helpful and medications can be avoided until some severe conditions are there. Sessions will help you to reflect and perceive things in different ways and address unresolved issues. It will also help you to indulge in self love which is more than what we see in Instagram reels. Self love is a deeper and sometimes very painful process to accept parts of ourselves and integrate holistically. So we need to work together to find a way to channel our energies in a better way
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Ms. Rupali Mohbe
Clinical Psychologist
25 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hi, I appreciate that you reached out with your concern.
Yes you can take counselling for health anxiety and Behavioral issues.
Seek help from a therapist and consider techniques like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). You may also consider psychodiagnostic test to find out the root cause of Behavioral issues.
Meanwhile practice deep breathing exercises, mindfulness, and Progressive Muscle Relaxation which will help you to reduce health anxiety.
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You can book an appointment with Rupali Mohbe/BIRDY ME at Practo
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Daily do Progressive muscle relaxation to calm your health anxiety
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
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With Counselling sessions you can overcome this issue..
Consult a psychological Counselor for a therapy either online or Offline...
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You can reach me for an online consultation..
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Ms. Farah Ladiwala
Counselling Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hi, thank you for reaching out. Yes, it is possible to work on health anxiety and behaviours and responses that do not serve you well. CBT and REBT are helpful therapy techniques that will help you identify and replace unhealthy thoughts and behaviours that contribute to your anxiety. A therapist will guide you on how to identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with helpful ones and will provide you coping techniques to deal with the anxiety symptoms.
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Reach out to a therapist at the earliest.
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Dr. Kavita Bhutani (PhD)
Psychologist
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Gurgaon
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Reach the root cause and try retraining the brain
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