What should I talk about in my first therapy session?
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What should I talk about in my first therapy session?
During the first session, your therapist may ask you:
- What are your symptoms?
- What brought you to therapy?
- What do you feel is wrong in your life?
- Some questions about your history, including your childhood, education, relationships (family, romantic, friends), your current living situation, and your career.
How should I prepare for my first therapy session?
As your first appointment nears, here are some ways to mentally and physically prepare yourself:
- Set Goals.
- Have Realistic Expectations.
- Give Yourself Credit.
- Schedule Your First Session at a Convenient Time.
- Reserve Time for Yourself Before the Session.
- Dress for Comfort.
- Don’t Be Afraid to Ask Questions.
- Be Open and Honest.
What happens in a first session with a therapist?
Your First Therapy Session Your first session with the therapist will be different from future visits. The initial visit is a period for you and your therapist to get to know each other and get an idea of how to proceed. Future visits will be more therapeutic in nature.
How can I prepare for my first therapy appointment?
As your first appointment nears, here are some ways to mentally and physically prepare yourself: 1. Set Goals Before your first session, you should outline clear therapy goals for what you hope to achieve from counseling. Everyone’s reasons are personal, and there are no right or wrong reasons to seek therapy.
How do I get Started with therapy?
1. Set Goals Before your first session, you should outline clear therapy goals for what you hope to achieve from counseling. Everyone’s reasons are personal, and there are no right or wrong reasons to seek therapy. Try to understand what brought you to therapy and how you hope to leave.
Is it normal to be nervous before my first therapy session?
It is completely normal to be nervous or anxious before attending a therapy session, especially your first one. Many people do not know quite what to expect from their first session and feel some ambivalence or apprehension about beginning the process of counseling.