Counseling provides a safe space for you to express your feelings and thoughts without judgment while gaining insights into your behaviors, emotions, and patterns. If you have decided to invest in your mental health and go to counseling, here are my top recommendations for getting the most out of our sessions together.
- Set clear goals – What do you want to get out of counseling? Think about what you want to achieve when you start going to counseling, whether this is managing your anxiety, improving relationships, enhancing self-esteem, or something else.
- Prepare for your sessions – Prior to each session, jot down any topics, feelings, or questions you want to discuss. This can help you stay focused and make the most of your time.
- Be open and honest – It may feel strange to be so candid with another person in counseling. But the more open you are, the better I can understand you and support you.
- Apply what you learn – Make an effort to apply what you learn in counseling in your daily life. Reflect on your experiences and consider how they relate to our discussions.
- Reflect after sessions – Right after each counseling session, take a few minutes to reflect on what was discussed. Consider journaling your insights and feelings so you can return to them later.
- Be patient – Change takes time. Be patient with yourself and recognize that progress can be gradual.
Are you ready to get started? Contact me today to set up your first counseling appointment.