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Writer's pictureJessica Trainor

How Do I Know If I Need Therapy?

Seeking therapy can be an anxiety provoking process, with a lot of uncertainty and questions. However, no matter how you look at it, you have ultimately taken a big step towards improving your mental and emotional well-being. Recognizing the signs that indicate the need for therapy can sometimes be challenging, and aren’t the same for everyone. In this blog post, we will explore a few key indicators that can help you determine whether therapy would be good for you. Remember, seeking therapy is a sign of strength and self-care.



Persistent and Intense Emotions:

If you find yourself experiencing intense emotions such as overwhelming sadness, anxiety, anger, or fear that persist and are having an impact on your life in a negative way, therapy may be helpful. These emotions might interfere with your daily functioning, relationships, work, motivation and overall quality of life.

Difficulty Coping with Life Challenges:

Life is full of ups and downs, but if you're struggling to cope with challenges and find it increasingly difficult to bounce back, therapy can provide valuable support. Therapy can equip you with coping strategies, tools, and insights to help navigate difficult situations more effectively.

Relationship Issues:

Are you facing ongoing conflicts or challenges within your relationships? Whether it's with a partner, family member, friend, or colleague, therapy can offer a safe space to explore and address these issues. A therapist can help you enhance communication skills, set healthy boundaries, and foster healthier relationships, as well as manage stress that may be indirectly impacting your relationships with others.

Unresolved Trauma:

Experiencing a distressing event can have a lasting impact on your well-being. If you have gone through a traumatic experience, therapy can assist you in processing and healing from the trauma. Therapists trained in trauma-focused modalities can provide a supportive environment for you to work through the effects of the event - and you don’t even have to speak about the event if you don’t want to. That is not a requirement for healing.

Persistent Destructive Behavior:

Engaging in destructive behaviors such as substance abuse, self-harm, disordered eating, or excessive risk-taking can be indicators of underlying emotional distress. Therapy can help you explore the underlying causes of these behaviors and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Changes in Sleeping or Eating Patterns:

Significant changes in your sleeping or eating patterns, such as insomnia, oversleeping, loss of appetite, or excessive eating, may be signs of an underlying mental health issue. Therapy can help you address these symptoms and regain control and balance in your life.

Loss of Interest and Pleasure:

A diminished interest in activities you once enjoyed or a persistent feeling of emptiness can be symptoms of depression or other mental health challenges. Therapy can assist you in identifying the root causes and developing strategies to regain a sense of purpose, meaning, fulfillment and joy in your life.

Chronic Stress and Burnout:

If you find yourself constantly overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or experiencing physical symptoms like headaches or muscle tension due to chronic stress, therapy can be a valuable resource. A therapist can help you develop stress management techniques and explore ways to create a healthier work-life balance.


Recognizing the signs that indicate therapy may be a good avenue to explore is essential. Whether you're experiencing persistent emotions, struggling with life challenges, or facing relationship issues, therapy can provide the support and guidance you need. Seeking therapy is a proactive choice that can empower you to lead a healthier and more fulfilling life.


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