What are some common pitfalls in psychotherapy?
There are a number of misconceptions about how psychotherapy “works.” The following are the most common issues that arise for both first-time and experienced clients. • Being unrealistic about the length of time it will take for change to take place. • Wanting to dismiss problems too quickly to avoid facing deeper issues. • Not making the commitment to therapy a priority. • Not adequately expressing your expectations for treatment. • Remaining passive during treatment, and expecting that your therapist will “fix you.” • Ending therapy after medications begin to take effect and your symptoms begin to improve. • Becoming over-concerned about the expense, not recognizing that therapy is an investment that produces lasting results.
