Counseling Fundamentals

It is very common for people to have multiple issues that they want to (and need to) address in counseling. I have had clients ask that same question and through more exploration, there is often an underlying fear that they "can't be helped" or that they will "be too much for their therapist." I... more

Absolutely not! A lot of people who have never been to counseling before can either worry that their concerns are too much or that their concerns aren't as important as someone else's. What matters is what your quality of life is for YOU. Up until now, maybe you've been able to get by, but something... more

Absolutely not! In fact, most people have many issues, A lot lot of the issues you are describing commonly go hand in hand ( in "therapy speak" we call it co-morbid conditions)I would venture that most of the feelings you are struggling with stem from your early trauma. You would benifit... more

Finding a therapist you connect to is one of the most important aspects of successful therapy. Asking your provider what they are trained to treat matters in making sure they can provide competent care. Tell your therapist any information that could be helpful such as things that were helpful or... more

Finding "the right therapist" is about both feel and fit. A skilled therapist should be at a minimum 2 things: An accurate mirrorA good explanatory voiceAs an "accurate mirror", he or she should be able to help you clarify your thoughts, feelings, values, etc - helping you gain perspective on... more

Yes, it is completely normal to cry during therapy. I had my own personal therapy today and cried. We are human :)

Hi! Yes, it is absolutely normal to cry during therapy sessions. This is because you are discussing about topics that may be distressing, emotional or sensitive. Therapy creates a safe "space" where you can be emotionally naked with a therapist, and of course, it is normal for you to cry as you feel... more

Therapy is a safe place where we address a host of different issues. Many times things come up that we may have been too busy to address or we have become skilled in avoiding. We usually avoid or push away painful experiences. When we open ourselves to the healing process of therapy these painful... more

Yes this is very normal as you are processing information and feelings you have been holding onto. Crying is a form of healing.

It is absolutely normal and natural to cry during a counseling session. Crying is often a sign of emotional release and can be a way of expressing emotions that are difficult to put into words. While it may seem uncomfortable or embarrassing, many clients find crying cathartic and beneficial in... more