Choosing to start therapy isn’t easy. Maybe it took you a while to come around to the idea, or maybe something happened that pushed you into feeling like you really need support now. Either way, you’re taking a courageous step. But . . . how exactly do you take that step? How do you find a therapist and actually start this whole thing?

Today, let's discuss a common question I hear from people entering therapy for the first time: How often will we meet for sessions? And the answer is . . . it depends! Typically, I start with clients on a weekly basis so that we can get to know each other and really dive deep into the work. But as we start making progress on goals and practicing skills, we may space our sessions out to every other week. Finally, once clients feel they have a good handle on applying their therapy concepts and skills in their day-to-day life and aren’t facing any immediate concerns, they often elect to see each other on a monthly basis, for a sense of accountability and maintenance of their progress.

If you're reading this, chances are you are feeling stressed and anxious. You're not alone. Everyone at some point struggles with stress - it’s part of being human, but there are ways to manage and alleviate your stress and anxiety. One of the most effective ways to do so is through therapy.

So you’re finally ready to try therapy - congratulations! Therapy is one of the top ways you can invest in yourself and commit to growth and change in your life. But how do you go about actually finding a therapist? If you type in “therapists near me” into Google, you will get an overwhelming number of results that may end with you shutting your laptop closed.

Here are some tips and considerations to help you find a therapist who fits your needs and is best positioned to help you.