5 Things to Consider When Searching for a New Therapist
Are you a first-time therapy seeker or searching for a new therapist because it’s been a few years? This post will explore what to look for in a new therapist who will be a good fit for you.
Issues related to depression, anxiety, PTSD, healthy relationships, brain injuries, role of healthy habits on health (e.g., sleep), and new research
Acronym soup: CBT, ACT, DBT, SFBT (AKA, types of psychotherapy)
"How do I start therapy?” "How do I find the right therapist?" "Isn't that what friends are for?"
Are you a first-time therapy seeker or searching for a new therapist because it’s been a few years? This post will explore what to look for in a new therapist who will be a good fit for you.
Do you worry you have more anxiety than the people around you? Do you struggle with relaxing, calming anxious thoughts, and minimizing self-doubt?
Why You Should Consider Group Therapy (Even if You Aren’t). Individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and couples counseling all offer unique perspectives and rewards to those who are seeking change and willing to be vulnerable. Group therapy values and highlights the wisdom each group member brings, which adds far more insight and experiences than a typical singular therapist can offer through individual therapy.
Starting therapy is hard. People don’t usually come to therapy when they are feeling like their best selves, which makes the prospect of being vulnerable in new ways with a *literal stranger* even more daunting. If you need to find a mental health professional but you don't know where to start: continue reading so you can go from searching, "therapist near me," to finishing your first session.