Common Myths of Therapy
- Why should I go to therapy?
- They’ll just blame everything on my childhood.
- Therapy is for crazy people!
- Therapy is for weak or mentally ill people!
- My problems aren’t serious enough for therapy.
- Therapy will make things worse!
Do any of these statements sound familiar? There are so many myths about therapy – and before I became a therapist, I believed some of them, too!
But the fact is, everyone goes through challenging situations at various points in their life. Undoubtedly, you have successfully navigated through a number of difficulties in the past, but perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed or at a loss for what to do. Deciding to seek help is a courageous step; in fact, therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand.
By reaching out to a trained professional, you are taking the first step to change and improve your life. Therapy provides tremendous benefits and long-lasting results by giving you the tools you need to improve your quality of life, learn new skills, and resolve conflicts which will lead to finding balance in your life and your relationships.
So here is a new list – a list of truths and benefits about therapy!
It’s Not for “Crazy” People
No, you don’t have to be “crazy” to go to therapy. Therapy is beneficial to everyone – none of us are perfect.
There is always something you can open up about and share with an unrelated party like a therapist. And doing so can make you feel more at peace with yourself and more balanced in your life.
