Anger

Anger is a common initial response to physical injury. People become angry for two main reasons: frustration when our bodies do not function in the way to which we have become accustom, and annoyance when we must endure pain. Utilizing guided imagery and hypnotic techniques, our counsellors provide coping techniques for many types of chronic pain. We successfully help clients change their perception of problems – over time, a perceived loss or limitation can be “reframed” as an “opportunity for learning something new or developing a more meaningful area of life”.

Depression

With the loss of ability comes the sense that “we are less than we once were”. Depression is a common by-product. Using standardized tests, Roth Associates in Psychology can quickly assess the degree of depression that our client is experiencing. Furthermore, we also collaborate with our client’s physiotherapist in an effort to build upon latent strengths and create a sense of optimism regarding the process of change. Our client will eventually experience a sense that while capabilities may be different than before the trauma, they as individuals are not “less” or “inferior”.

Phobias

A lasting fear of a particular object or situation can easily become entrenched in someone’s mind long after a frightening or painful event or physical injury heals. “Emotion” can quickly overwhelm “logic”. It is not uncommon for a broken leg to evolve into “a fear of working with equipment” or for a winter automobile accident in snow to lead to a “paralyzing fear of driving”. Roth Associates in Psychology has extensive training and experience in freeing clients from the crippling effect of phobias.