Yes!  Years of scientifically rigorous research has proven that psychotherapy works and can be of great benefit to your overall health.  You may wonder why a therapist or health professional may be needed to help individuals work through various problems.  While it is true that many people can take care of their own problems, there are some situations in which professional help may be beneficial. Consider for example if you fall down and experience a minor scrape or bruise.  You can easily take care of these scrapes and bruises on your own.  However, for more significant physical injuries, a visit to a doctor’s office would be appropriate.  In the same way, a visit to a psychologist can help an individual to resolve more difficult issues.  Psychotherapy can also be used for self-exploration and general personal growth. Getting help for mental health care needs should not be considered a sign of weakness, but rather as a strength as it can indicate that you are aware of your own needs and of those around you.