Is therapy going to help me feel better?

Published September 20, 2024.

According to the American Psychological Association, about 75% of people who enter psychotherapy benefit from it.

If you feel that you have been experiencing challenges with your mental health or well-being, therapy is a great way to begin working through what you’re currently experiencing. While many people begin working with a therapist for support around a specific issue or situation, seeing a therapist can also help you verbalize why you want to feel better. Whether you know where your mental health stands or not, therapy is a great way to reach a healthier level of living.

Curious about which types of mental health issues a therapist can help with? Are you thinking about what types of therapy might best suit you? Not sure if your insurance might cover therapy? Use links below to learn more.

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Explore some of our blog resources below to learn more about mental health, and to help you answer the question, Is therapy going to help me feel better?

Starting Therapy 101: What do you hope to get out of therapy?

Questions for reflection on beginning therapy:

• Are there specific thoughts, behaviors, or past experiences that get in the way of my daily contentment?
• What are my deepest held values and goals? What holds me back from pursuing them?
• When am I able to communicate my relationship needs, and when do I struggle to find balance between self and others?
• How in tune do I feel to my own emotional needs, physical experience, and inner voice?

Read more about what you hope to get out of therapy

Here’s what to expect in your first therapy session

Curious about what progress looks like in therapy?

Think about your therapy goals!

Dive into our Therapy 101 resources