Work-related issues
The world of work is now an inseparable component of our lives. Not only is work our source of livelihood, but it also meets several of our fundamental needs: finding meaning in our life, ensuring our financial security, need for affiliation, need for acceptance, need for recognition, etc.
What is it?
Work-related problems can take several forms: conflict with a colleague, being the victim of harassment at work, lack of recognition, experiencing dismissal, preparing for a career transition, needing educational guidance, retirement and others. In all cases, the person experiences discomfort and finds themselves seeking balance in their life.
What are the main symptoms?
- Sentiment de fatigue importante
- Depressive symptoms
- Workplace avoidance
- Feeling misunderstood by colleagues
- Feeling of being persecuted at work
- Loss of interest and engagement at work
- Perte de sens au travail
- Anxiety experienced at work
- Absenteeism at work
What are the main causes?
Stress experienced at work can be caused by several factors: performance standards that are too high, conflict with work colleagues, significant changes in our personal lives, organizational failures with regard to communication and support given to employees, sudden changes at work, changes or gaps in the work environment regarding ergonomics or safety at work, etc.
What psychotherapy interventions?
For work-related problems, the psychologist and client must first clearly identify the causes of the problem before exploring solutions and meeting the client's needs. Interventions can address concerns about professional life: skills assessment, preparation for retirement, exploration of professional interests and needs, educational guidance, exploration and support for a career transition, or others. Interventions can also treat mental health problems linked to the world of work: treatment of relational difficulties, treatment of anxiety symptoms, etc. The psychologist is always attentive to the client's needs and reassesses whether a coaching type approach or psychotherapeutic support is appropriate.