Your first therapy session can feel overwhelming, but knowing what to expect makes it easier. Intake is about building trust, sharing your story, and setting goals together. With a little preparation, ...

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, ...

Just like athletes warm up before a big game, mental health experts say preparing for therapy can transform your experience. Greg Lamont, clinical director at Juniper Mountain Counseling, reveals that ...

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 ...

When you take your car to the car mechanic, you know what’s going to happen: Your car will get repaired. When you break a bone and visit your doctor, you know what’s going to happen: Your bone will be ...

Just before the holidays in 2025, Julie Hart felt stuck. A nagging problem she had struggled with for years left her ruminating all day and questioning nearly everything she had ever said, done or ...

If you’re thinking about going to therapy for the first time, you might feel a mix of emotions: excitement to get a professional’s take on issues that are bothering you, anxiety and awkwardness about ...