What is therapy like?
Every therapy session is unique and caters to each individual and their specific goals. It is standard for therapists to discuss the primary issues and concerns in your life during therapy sessions. It is common to schedule a series of weekly sessions, where each session lasts around fifty minutes. Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue, or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth. There may be times when you are asked to take certain actions outside of the therapy sessions, such as reading a relevant book or keeping records to track certain behaviors. It is important to process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life between sessions. For therapy to be most effective you must be an active participant, both during and between the sessions. People seeking psychotherapy are willing to take responsibility for their actions, work towards self-change and create greater awareness in their lives.
Therapy with me is not like the old-fashioned notion of a psychoanalyst sitting quietly in a dark corner while the client lies on the couch free-associating. Instead,therapy is a conversation between two people with the common goal of empowering the client to overcome conflict. It is a safe place where therapist and client engage in a positive relationship in the office, which translates into positive relationships outside the office.
