About Therapy

There are many types of licensed mental health professionals, differing in educational backgrounds, training, licensure philosophy and technique. Regardless of the degree, you should always interview a prospective therapist about their experience and training with similar concerns to yours.

Many of us enter therapy hoping to get some quick relief from the distress that we are experiencing. We are aware that therapy is costing us a lot in terms of time, money, and energy and we want to see some immediate results, especially when we are in pain.

It is important that you talk with your therapist about your expectations and needs from therapy. A good therapist will welcome this, want to empower you, and not make you dependent. Just like any relationship, the more you know and can express what you want, the better chance you will have of receiving it.

You may be entering therapy for the first time and not have a sense of what needs to happen other than you want to feel better. It is important to express this as well.

Remember that therapy, in the hands of a skilled therapist, is a powerful and life-changing experience. It has been shown to be effective for a variety of illnesses and problems. If you need therapy and work as an active participant in your own treatment, you can expect it will be well worth the time and money you invest.