August 01, 2022

Therapy 101: back to the basics

24 minutes

This week Maryellen goes back to the basics, with therapy 101! There is so much misinformation out there that getting started can be overwhelming. We hope this episode is a useful resource that can give you some confidence in reaching out for help.

Having a mental health diagnosis doesn’t mean there is something wrong with you

There doesn’t have to be something “wrong with you” to go to therapy

We can't diagnose ourselves

Online therapy resources & platforms: proceed with caution

Life coaches, empowerment coaches, and mental health coaches aren’t therapists

What to talk about at your first session

Therapists are not mind readers

It's okay if you're not a match with your first therapist, don’t let that deter you

Starting therapy or medication is not a life sentence

Going to a therapist is not the best thing for emergencies

Psychiatric emergency line: 988

Lifeline if you’re feeling suicidal: 211

For help finding a therapist, visit psychologytoday.com, your primary care doctor, and contact your insurance company.

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