How to Find the Right Therapist—What I Learned From Ghosting Mine

This episode is for anyone seeking practical advice on navigating therapy with confidence and clarity.Going to therapy can feel overwhelming, but finding the right therapist doesn't have to be. Sheila shares five essential tips to guide listeners in discovering the therapy that's right for their unique needs, without losing themselves or their finances in the process. You'll learn how to identify your therapy goals, recognize if your therapist is the right match, and understand when it's time to move on. Sheila emphasizes the importance of affordable, accessible mental health support and encourages listeners to remember their own power throughout the healing journey. 

 

CHAPTERS:

00:00 – The Reality of Finding Therapy 

01:30 – Tip 1: Know Your Therapeutic Needs 

02:45 – Tip 2: Be Real, Not Perfect 

03:53 – Tip 3: It's Okay to Outgrow Your Therapist 

04:40 – Tip 4: Affordable Therapy Options 

05:25 – Tip 5: Remember Your Own Power

 

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KEYWORDS:

Therapy tips, mental health support, affordable therapy, choosing a therapist, emotional well-being, EMDR, somatic therapy, self-empowerment, mental health podcast.