Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our therapy services, processes, and support.
General Questions
What is online counselling, and how does it work?
Online counselling involves professional therapy sessions conducted via secure video calls. You can book a slot with a licensed therapist, join the session from the comfort of your home, and receive the same quality of care as in-person visits.
What types of issues can I seek help for through online counselling?
You can seek help for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, grief, and personal growth. Our therapists are trained to handle various psychological and emotional challenges.
What should I expect during an online counselling session?
During a session, you will speak with your therapist over a secure video link. The therapist will listen to your concerns, help you understand your feelings, and work with you to develop coping strategies and solutions.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Scheduling is easy. Simply browse our list of qualified therapists, choose one that suits your needs, select a convenient time slot, and complete the secure payment process to confirm your booking.
When can I understand It’s time to see a therapist?
If you are feeling overwhelmed, persistently sad, anxious, or if your daily functioning is affected by your emotions, it might be time to see a therapist. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
How can I access online counselling in Kerala?
Our platform is accessible from anywhere, including Kerala. All you need is a device with an internet connection to connect with our therapists who are available to support you.
Is online counselling in Kerala available worldwide?
Yes, our online counselling services are available worldwide. No matter where you are located, you can access our platform and connect with our experienced therapists.
Service Specific Questions
Counselling & Psychotherapy
What is the individual counselling?
Individual counselling is a personal or therapeutic process through which individuals are helped to overcome emotional challenges, mental health challenges, and growth requirements.
What is family and couple therapy?
It is a cognitive approach therapy that assists couples and families to communicate better, address conflicts and enhance emotional relationships.
What is behaviour therapy?
Behaviour therapy aims at changing bad habits and creating good, working habits using systematic approaches.
What problems can individual therapy address?
Psychotherapy is usually used to help people deal with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, anger, burnout, and relationship issues.
Who is supposed to think about couple therapy?
Couples who have communication gaps, lack trust, emotional distance, conflicts, or those desiring to have a stronger relationship.
Who is behaviour therapy for?
Children, teenagers, and adults facing behaviour problems, emotional problems in control, learning impairments, and social problems.
How does psychotherapy work?
With the help of a trained psychologist, you can explore your thoughts, feelings, past experiences, and behavioural patterns with the intention of developing more health coping strategies.
How does family therapy work?
Therapists see how the family functions and lead the members to comprehend each other, their feelings as well as how to interact in the most healthy ways.
What are the problems that behaviour therapy deals with?
Hyperactivity, tantrums, aggression, withdrawal, social withdrawal, anxiety behaviours, academic problems and habits.
Can anxiety and stress be effectively counselled?
Yes. The evidence based treatments in Relicus (CBT, mindfulness-based therapy and talk therapy) are very effective in anxiety and stress reduction.
Is therapy able to restore relationship trust?
Yes. A professional allows engaging in therapy and overcoming misunderstandings in a safe environment.
What is the mechanism of behaviour therapy?
The therapists follow the patterns and apply reinforcement techniques, behaviour modification, and structured routines in order to modify behaviours.
Psychological Assessments
What do we mean by a psychological assessment?
Psychological assessment is a scientific and structured assessment of emotional, behavioural, cognitive or mental-health issues.
What is neurocognitive assessment?
It is a scientific assessment of memory, attention, reasoning and brain functioning in order to discover cognitive strengths and challenges.
What is an IQ assessment?
IQ test has been used to measure intellectual aspects such as reasoning, problem solving, comprehension as well as analytical abilities.
What is learning disability assessment?
The systematic assessment of learning problems including those with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and attention.
Who won't need a psychological test?
Children, teenagers and adults with academic problems, behavioural concerns, emotional problems or who are uncertain about their diagnosis.
When does one require a neurocognitive assessment?
This assessment would be beneficial to people who experience memory loss, attention problems, difficulty in concentrating, being confused, or experiencing a decline in cognition.
At what age do children with learning disability get tested?
Symptoms such as complications in reading, writing, spelling, calculating mathematical problems, lack of concentration or retarded learning can indicate it.
Why do people take IQ tests?
In case of academic planning, determining giftedness, career guidance, psychological assessment, or diagnostic clarity.
Is this test useful in the diagnosis of ADHD or dementia?
Yes. Neurocognitive tests can be used to detect cognitive patterns of ADHD, the symptoms of dementia, and other neurological issues.
At what age should learning disability testing be conducted?
Formal assessment can be done with children aged 6 and more.
What are the age groups that can take an IQ test?
IQ testing can be done on children, adolescents, and adults.
Why is a psychological testing relevant?
They assist in finding out the root causes, give the proper diagnosis and prescribe a clear treatment and intervention plan.
Is it an appropriate evaluation that applies to both children and adults?
Yes. Relicus presents child, adolescent and adult neurocognitive assessment.
Will the school believe such assessment reports?
Yes. Our tests are professionally based and acceptable in the school.
Scientific validity of the results?
Yes. Relicus administers internationally recognized IQ assessment instruments that are research-based.
Learning Support & Remedial Services
What is remedial training?
A well-designed learning support program of children with learning challenges in the areas of reading, writing, spelling, and attention.
Who needs remedial training?
Children with dyslexia, learning disability, ADHD, or under-achievement in their academic progress.
Which skills are better in remedial training?
The following criteria were reading, comprehension, handwriting, math, spelling, attention, and learning strategies.
Is there a distinction between remedial training and tuition?
Yes. It is curative, competence-oriented and targeting the cause of learning impairments not just in academics.
What is the duration of remedial training?
The development of a child is based on the needs of the child, and generally; it involves weekly sessions.
Are parents provided with home strategies?
Yes. Parents receive activity plans and individualized learning instructions.
Are the sessions one-on-one?
Yes mostly, to have a better personalization.
What are the expected outcomes?
Higher grades, self-esteem, concentration and general performance in school.
Speech & Language Services
What is speech therapy?
The speech therapy is used to assist children and adults to enhance their communication, speech articulateness, language progression, and swallowing skills.
Who needs speech therapy?
Patients who have indistinct speech, language delay, stuttering, articulation problems, voice disorders, or swallowing problems.
Is there any benefit to using speech therapy in children with delayed speech?
Yes. Early intervention will result in faster progress and better communication skills.
Is speech therapy useful on adults?
Yes. The stroke recovery, voice, and communication problems are of great benefit to adult people.
So what are the methods of speech therapists?
Language stimulation, articulation training, fluency training, oral-motor training, and voice training.
Can parents be involved?
Yes. Home-activity guidance is provided to the parents to help in development.
Training & Internships
What type of workshops does Relicus have?
Mental health awareness, emotional intelligence, parenting, stress management, life skills, student-centered programs.
What is Relicus internship program?
Practical psychology training with real clinical practice and learning.
Who is allowed to attend such workshops?
Students, parents, educators, professionals and people who are interested in well-being.
What topics are covered?
Fear, emotional strength, interpersonal competence, self-confidence, attentiveness, and others.
What are some of the skills that I will acquire during the internship?
Handling of case, skills in counseling, assessment, writing reports, documentation, ethics and professional communication.
Can schools or colleges book workshops?
Absolutely. Relicus frequently collaborates with institutions.
Are interns allowed to witness actual therapy?
Yes, with requirements of confidentiality and ethical allowances.
What can we do to plan a workshop?
Visit the site or just make bookings by contacting Relicus.
Referral & Support Services
What is trauma care?
Treatment that assists people who are undergoing emotional shock, abuse, accidents or crisis.
What do you mean by referral services at Relicus?
Professional counseling that links the clients with psychiatrists, medical doctors, special educators, rehabilitation services or any other specialists.
Who is to receive trauma counseling?
Any person experiencing emotional distress, PTSD symptoms, flashbacks, panic attacks, grief or an insurmountable situation.
When do I need a referral?
In case your concerns need to be medicated, medically checked, with advanced treatment or special assistance.
Are you a crisis intervention supporter?
Yes. Temporary emotional support is offered to individuals with urgent mental problems.
Are you aware of special educators?
Yes. In particular with learning disabilities and developmental issues.
Is treatment of childhood trauma possible with the aid of trauma therapy?
Absolutely. Therapy aids in the processing of painful memories and judgment about the formation of healthier coping patterns.
Do referrals take place prior to making?
Yes. Only after deep discussion and the consent of the client, the referrals are made.
Is the treatment of trauma confidential?
Yes. Meetings are confidential and done with discretion.