Getting the most out of therapy sessions 12 Articles

by Renee Dawson

"What makes you think you can help me or know what I am thinking or tell me how to get through this...what makes you think you know anything about anything about me?" That was the first thing I said to my therapist when...read more

by Adele Gregory

One of the best tips I know is remembering to give your therapist honest, constructive feedback. It's very easy to get involved in a side issue which can take time away from what may be more important for you. If you t...read more

by sue h

I remember my first therapy session fifteen years ago. I wondered what I would say when the therapist asked me why I was there. I didn't know where to begin. The question was asked. I answered,"I've been recently diagnosed...read more

by joy

There are a number of things to consider before you begin therapy. Once you have done your homework and located a therapist who has the appropriate educational background, a schedule that works for you, and the appropriat...read more

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by Daryl James

Assuming that you've successfully crossed through the valley of uncertainty, scaled the mountains of excuses, and made the commitment to enter into therapy, congratulations, but there are some things you'll need to know. ...read more

by Dawn Dibartolo

When you first walk into the therapist's office, some cold, unfamiliar couch already stained with the tears of someone else's pain beckoning you, and you see this young man or woman, perhaps younger than you, poised to tel...read more

by littlesmurf

Sitting in a dinky little room with a complete stranger, I felt completely intimidated. She was looking at me, deep inside me as if she was searching for all the answers to the questions she had to ask. I sat there lips l...read more

by Robert Hudson

The initial interview, let's say feeling the therapist out phase, during the introduction of your presenting issue that brought there. Now you're sitting there before a complete stranger. What's actually going on in your m...read more

by Rachael Webster

Like many people who are dealing with the strains of every day life you may need at some stage to consult a counsellor. Perhaps you have some ongoing problems that you need help in working through. I have discovered from ...read more

by Robin Goldberg

I am, and have been for a long time, a psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Social Work. I have worked with children, adolescents, couples, groups and the elderly, both in psychiatric hospitals and in quiet, well-appo...read more

by Julie Silvestri

If you have been suffering from depression, see a good psychiatrist for prescription medication. Most psychiatrists do not discuss your problems, they just go over symptoms, and monitor your medications. Be sure to discu...read more

by Neda Crawford

Getting the most out of therapy sessions This is a very important topic that many people over look as something that is not necessary. To me it saved My life and my marriage, my relationship w...read more