E ven though my experiences with therapists didn't turn out like I would have liked, I still believe in therapy. Just because the therapists that I had didn't work for me, doesn't mean they wouldn't have worked for someone else. There are many different types of therapists because there are many different types of people. As I mentioned before, I think that timing plays a part as well because my first therapist didn't work for me when I was seeing him, but maybe he would have been better for me at the time that I was seeing my third.
Unfortunately, it's harder to find the right fit than I would have thought. Still, I think it's worth it for everyone. I say "everyone" because there are still people out there who associate going to therapy with being crazy. It's just not the case. Going to a therapist for a sane person is no different than going to your medical doctor for check ups when you're healthy.
Sometimes it just helps to talk and get things off your chest. Whether it's the stresses of your job, or your family, or just the stupid things you see day to day. You shouldn't underestimate how good you can feel when you release those things. A therapist is someone who you can confide in without the worry that they will tell someone and that there will be repercussions in your day to day life. They're someone who can be objective and has no reason to deceive you or betray you. You should never feel strange about going to a therapist.
Don't let money be the excuse. Insurance should pay for it. If you don't have insurance, there are free clinics you can go to. There are also hotlines that you can call. I know because I have worked in these clinics and answered these calls. So, if you do want to talk to someone, there are resources available. You just have to seek them out.
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