The Power of Reaching Out: Why Support in Moments of Need Matters

In this episode, Vanessa Gorelkin explores the importance of reaching out for support between therapy sessions, debunking common fears and highlighting research-backed benefits. Whether you’re hesitant to bother your therapist or unsure when to seek help, this episode offers reassurance and practical insights to normalize support-seeking as a vital part of mental health and taking care of yourself in a holistic way.

Please let us know if you'd like more 'texts to a therapist'-- there are loads of examples and if it's helpful to see how common your questions might be-- glad to help!

Main Topics Covered:

• The human tendency to minimize the need for support and the myths around being "too much"
• How social support impacts physical and mental health, from lowering stress to reducing illness risks
• Common text messages clients send and what they reveal about universal emotional themes
• Practical strategies for managing intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and boundary-setting
• The value of reaching out in real time, before a crisis develops
• Encouragement to reframe support-seeking as a sign of strength, not weakness

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https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/vanessa-gorelkin-scottsdale-az/809467