What to Know Before You Go: Your First Session of Individual Therapy
Starting individual therapy can be a big step toward improving your mental health and overall well-being. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or simply seeking personal growth, therapy offers a space to explore your thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment. However, if you're new to therapy, you might feel a mix of emotions—anticipation, curiosity, or even apprehension. To help you feel more prepared, here’s what you should know before attending your first therapy session.
Learning Self-Compassion: A Journey Towards Inner Peace
In the hustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to forget to be kind to ourselves. We often hold ourselves to impossible standards, criticizing every mistake and pushing ourselves beyond our limits. But what if we took a step back and treated ourselves with the same kindness and understanding we offer others? This is where the practice of self-compassion comes in, and therapy can be a powerful space to cultivate it.