The Value of Therapy
Deciding to book your first therapy appointment can feel like one of the hardest decisions you’ll ever make. Along the way, you’ll probably find countless reasons to convince yourself you don’t need it. The thoughts might sound familiar:
“It’s not that bad.”
“I can handle this on my own.”
“I’ll just talk to my friends or loved ones.”
Or the most common one: “I don’t need therapy.”
There’s a widespread belief that therapy is only for people who are really struggling — people in crisis, completely overwhelmed or unwell. And booking that first session can stir up some uncomfortable questions:
“Am I struggling that much?”
“Has it really gotten this bad?”
The truth is, therapy is for everyone. It’s not just a space for crisis management, it’s a space for self-reflection, growth, and learning how to move through life with greater awareness and compassion for yourself. Therapy can benefit people of all ages, life stages, genders, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Whether you’re stepping into therapy for the very first time or returning after years of work, the process can feel daunting. That’s why, as a therapist, one of the first questions I ask is:
“How are you feeling about being here?” I ask because I know this step is layered. You may feel hopeful, nervous, skeptical or all of the above. And sitting across from me is not just a client, but a whole story — your story. The thing about stories is they’re never simple. They’re layered with moments of joy, moments of pain, and everything in between.
Therapy is an act of prioritizing yourself. It’s the creation of mental and emotional space where you can heal, grow, and evolve. As human beings, we all need spaces like this. Spaces where we can show up honestly, without judgment, and begin to truly understand ourselves.
Together, we co-create a safe and empathetic environment where you can experience compassion, embrace your authentic self, and improve your relationship with yourself and those around you. My role is to encourage reflection and awareness, and to support you in receiving your own insights with acceptance, curiosity, and care.
As human beings, we are complex and multifaceted, and therapy reflects that. It’s rarely a straight or easy path. In fact, it often feels hard before it starts to feel easier.
Therapy is a shared journey, one where you are supported, gently challenged when needed, and always held with care. The only person you are guaranteed to spend a lifetime with is yourself — and that makes you the most worthy investment of all.