How can therapy help me?

Therapy provides many benefits. Therapists can provide support, and share problem-solving skills and positive coping strategies. Issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management, body image issues, and creative blocks may be alleviated with therapy. Many people find counselors an asset to personal growth, relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and hassles of daily life.

Therapists can provide a fresh perspective on difficult problems or point you in the direction of a solution. The benefits of therapy depend on how well you practice what you learn. Some of the benefits from therapy include:

• Gaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values
• Developing skills for improving relationships
• Resolving the issues that led you to seek therapy
• Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety
• Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures
• Improving communication and listening skills
• Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones
• Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage
• Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence