Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy
In this section you will find answers to the frequently asked questions about Damián Ruiz’s therapy, psychologist in Barcelona.
Here the main aspects of the psychological treatment are explained: its duration, modality, effectiveness, cost, and methodology applied to cases of OCD and addictions.
What are the sessions like?
Sessions can be carried out in person at the private practice of Damián Ruiz, located in the Sant Gervasi area (Barcelona), or online.
Both options guarantee a safe and confidential working environment adapted to the needs of each patient.
Is it better to have the sessions in person?
Whenever possible, it is recommended that the first session be in person in Barcelona.
However, treatment can start perfectly well online and then continue in a mixed or in-person format.
Why do this psychological therapy?
Because Damián Ruiz works with his own methodology that integrates different psychological approaches: ethology, Millon’s theory, and Jung’s theory.
It is an eclectic and integrative therapy that is producing positive results in a high percentage of cases.
Is therapeutic effectiveness guaranteed?
In psychology, an absolute result cannot be guaranteed.
However, clinical data and more than thirty years of experience by Damián Ruiz support the effectiveness of the treatment, especially when the patient is actively and consistently involved.
When will I notice if the therapy is working?
Each process has its own pace.
It depends on the severity of the case, the patient’s personality, and their level of commitment.
Within a few sessions, most people notice whether the therapy is helping them and feel progressive improvement.
What is the cost of the therapy?
The fee is high, so it is important that the patient feels financially comfortable throughout the process.
If this represents an excessive effort, they can opt for the weekend group therapies that Damián Ruiz conducts in Barcelona, equally valid and effective in many cases.
How long does the treatment last?
The duration depends on each case, although it is advisable to plan for at least six months.
From there, continuity is assessed according to the progress observed.
How often are the sessions held?
The first six sessions are usually weekly or biweekly.
From the seventh session onward, they can be spaced out every three weeks or monthly, as long as the patient maintains the exercises agreed upon with the therapist.
Is it important to travel to Barcelona for the first session?
Yes, as far as possible.
Direct contact fosters trust between the patient and the therapist, facilitating the subsequent therapeutic process.
Why treat OCD and addictions?
They are the main lines of work and clinical research of Damián Ruiz.
Both issues, although different, share difficulties in impulse control and the psychological suffering they generate.
Can OCD be cured?
There are patients treated by Damián Ruiz who have gone years without relapses or medication.
Although a definitive cure cannot be guaranteed, a personalized lifestyle is taught that minimizes the likelihood of relapse.
And can addictions be left behind forever?
Yes, but the basis of success is not willpower but the development of a new lifestyle and a level of awareness that allows the person to overcome addiction without repression or permanent restraint.
How effective is the therapy for addictions?
Quitting an addiction, especially to substances such as cocaine, requires deep involvement.
The process focuses on making real changes in the patient’s life, assessing their progress and inner evolution at each stage.
Therapy concludes when the patient feels rejection toward what previously generated dependence.
Who can do this therapy?
Anyone who, of their own free will, wants to achieve zero consumption or zero addiction.
If the main motivation comes from the environment or the objective is to maintain controlled consumption, this therapy is not recommended.
Change is only possible when the desire for transformation comes from within.
More information
If you want more details about the therapeutic procedure of Damián Ruiz, visit the Therapeutic Procedure page.
You can also check the Contact section to book an appointment or resolve other questions.