Questions To Ask Yourself When Choosing A Therapist
If you’ve decided to sign up for therapy--congratulations! Everyone can benefit from therapy, so it’s fantastic that you are making this commitment to your physical, mental, and emotional health. To reap all the benefits of therapy, make sure you and your therapist are compatible. You want to make sure that you feel comfortable enough to share your most difficult emotions and experiences.
So here are some questions to ask yourself about your therapist:
Do you feel like your therapist cares about you?
Do you feel like your therapist understands you and your background?
Do you feel like your therapist accepts you, your identity, and your challenges?
Can you be honest with your therapist?
Is your therapist a good listener? Do they demonstrate active listening skills?
Does your therapist provide critical feedback, as well as sympathetic comments?
Do you feel heard when you speak with your therapist?
If you answered “yes” to all of these questions, then chances are that this is a therapeutic relationship that’s meant to last! If not, don’t be afraid to give you current therapist a call and let them know that they’re not the best fit for you. It’s completely normal to speak to several therapists before finding the perfect one for your needs. Think of finding a therapist like searching for a friend; you don’t always get along with everyone, and it can take several weeks to feel like you are developing a close relationship. So be patient and reflective throughout your search process, and don’t feel discouraged if you have to switch to a different therapist.
If you’re looking to find that “right fit,” set up a free consultation with one of our trained, professional therapists at YouTime Online - all online, whenever works best for you. Here to listen, here to help, in your time.