You may know how to prepare to see a doctor for a new physical ailment, but how should you prepare for your first therapy appointment? Although prepping for your first therapy session is a good idea, ...

Meeting a psychiatrist for the first time can feel overwhelming. Whether you're seeking help for anxiety, depression, or another mental health issue, understanding what happens in your first session ...

Starting therapy for the first time feels like stepping into the unknown: sitting in a waiting room, wondering what you may have gotten yourself into, with a head full of assumptions about what ...

Starting remote therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when navigating state-specific requirements and technical setup. The good news is that with proper preparation, virtual therapy sessions can ...

Seeking mental health help is a significant step, but that first intake session can often feel more like paperwork than progress, and a significant proportion of people 'drop out' or never return for ...

This post was co-written with Mitchell M. Handelsman, Ph.D., whose blog is “The Ethical Professor” and who co-authored the book Ethics for Psychotherapists and Counselors. The initial meeting between ...