In this section you will find answers to the frequently asked questions about Dami\u00e1n Ruiz\u2019s therapy<\/strong>, psychologist in Barcelona. Sessions can be carried out in person at the private practice of Dami\u00e1n Ruiz<\/strong>, located in the Sant Gervasi area (Barcelona), or online. Whenever possible, it is recommended that the first session be in person in Barcelona. Because Dami\u00e1n Ruiz<\/strong> works with his own methodology that integrates different psychological approaches: ethology, Millon\u2019s theory, and Jung\u2019s theory. In psychology, an absolute result cannot be guaranteed. Each process has its own pace. The fee is high, so it is important that the patient feels financially comfortable throughout the process. The duration depends on each case, although it is advisable to plan for at least six months. The first six sessions are usually weekly or biweekly. Yes, as far as possible. They are the main lines of work and clinical research of Dami\u00e1n Ruiz<\/strong>. There are patients treated by Dami\u00e1n Ruiz who have gone years without relapses or medication. Yes, but the basis of success is not willpower but the development of a new lifestyle<\/strong> and a level of awareness that allows the person to overcome addiction without repression or permanent restraint.<\/p>\n Quitting an addiction, especially to substances such as cocaine, requires deep involvement. Anyone who, of their own free will, wants to achieve zero consumption or zero addiction. If you want more details about the therapeutic procedure of Dami\u00e1n Ruiz<\/strong>, visit the Therapeutic Procedure<\/strong><\/a> page. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy In this section you will find answers to the frequently asked questions about Dami\u00e1n Ruiz\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"disabled","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-3461","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n
Here the main aspects of the psychological treatment are explained: its duration, modality, effectiveness, cost, and methodology applied to cases of OCD<\/strong> and addictions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
\nWhat are the sessions like?<\/h3>\n
Both options guarantee a safe and confidential working environment adapted to the needs of each patient.<\/p>\nIs it better to have the sessions in person?<\/h3>\n
However, treatment can start perfectly well online and then continue in a mixed or in-person format.<\/p>\nWhy do this psychological therapy?<\/h3>\n
It is an eclectic and integrative therapy that is producing positive results in a high percentage of cases.<\/p>\nIs therapeutic effectiveness guaranteed?<\/h3>\n
However, clinical data and more than thirty years of experience by Dami\u00e1n Ruiz support the effectiveness of the treatment, especially when the patient is actively and consistently involved.<\/p>\nWhen will I notice if the therapy is working?<\/h3>\n
It depends on the severity of the case, the patient\u2019s personality, and their level of commitment.
Within a few sessions, most people notice whether the therapy is helping them and feel progressive improvement.<\/p>\nWhat is the cost of the therapy?<\/h3>\n
If this represents an excessive effort, they can opt for the weekend group therapies<\/strong> that Dami\u00e1n Ruiz conducts in Barcelona, equally valid and effective in many cases.<\/p>\nHow long does the treatment last?<\/h3>\n
From there, continuity is assessed according to the progress observed.<\/p>\nHow often are the sessions held?<\/h3>\n
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.<\/p>\nIs it important to travel to Barcelona for the first session?<\/h3>\n
Direct contact fosters trust between the patient and the therapist, facilitating the subsequent therapeutic process.<\/p>\nWhy treat OCD and addictions?<\/h3>\n
Both issues, although different, share difficulties in impulse control and the psychological suffering they generate.<\/p>\nCan OCD be cured?<\/h3>\n
Although a definitive cure cannot be guaranteed, a personalized lifestyle<\/strong> is taught that minimizes the likelihood of relapse.<\/p>\nAnd can addictions be left behind forever?<\/h3>\n
How effective is the therapy for addictions?<\/h3>\n
The process focuses on making real changes in the patient\u2019s life<\/strong>, assessing their progress and inner evolution at each stage.
Therapy concludes when the patient feels rejection toward what previously generated dependence.<\/p>\nWho can do this therapy?<\/h3>\n
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.<\/p>\nMore information<\/h3>\n
You can also check the Contact<\/strong><\/a> section to book an appointment or resolve other questions.<\/p>\n