3 Ways to Get Ready for Your First Therapy Session
Getting ready for your first therapy session can bring up a lot of emotions.
You might feel excited, nervous, anxious, or a combination of the three.
Here at KMA Therapy, we know that being prepared can help you feel more confident and calm walking into your first session.
After reading this article, you’ll know three helpful tips to help you have a successful first therapy session.
3 Tips for Your First Therapy Session
Here are three key tips to prepare for your first therapy session.
1. Stay open-minded
Number one is having an open mind.
You want to approach therapy with the mindset that it can actually help you.
It's normal to feel a bit hesitant and guarded at first, but you have to let that guard down in order to have the kind of change in your life that you really want to see.
2. Write down a list of what you want to explore
Number two is having a list of topics that you want to cover.
If you've ever seen one of those videos where people make PowerPoint presentations for their future therapists, that's honestly a really great idea.
It can be easy to get nervous and draw a blank in your first session, so having a prepared list of what you want to go over can be really helpful and really reassuring.
3. Be willing to let your walls down
Number three is that you have to be willing to open up.
It's important to be willing to share about your life and the challenges you're experiencing.
At the same time, it's important to speak up about what you do and don't think will work for you.
Your thoughts, your opinions and your feelings are just as important as your therapist’s.
Next Steps for a Strong Start to Therapy
After reading this article, you know three ways you can set yourself up for success in therapy.
Here at KMA Therapy, we’re passionate about equipping you with the tools you need to succeed. We’ve curated our blog to make sure you’re always up to date on the latest mental health and therapy topics.
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