Will I be judged by my THERAPIST?

This is a question that can linger in someone’s mind as they consider going to counseling.

The idea of someone listening to your insecurities and processing your biggest fears is daunting. A lot of people come into therapy thinking their counselor is some enlightened being or that they have it all together, but that’s not the case. It’s more like I’m climbing my mountain over here and you’re climbing your mountain over there. And where I am on my mountain, I can see things you can’t, like if there’s an alternative pathway you can take or an avalanche that’s about to come down.

I’d hate for you to think that I’ve reached the top of my mountain and now I’m looking down on you. The truth is, I’m still climbing, making mistakes, and learning about myself along the way. Basically, we’re the same. We’re all climbing our mountain until the day we die. But here’s the thing: you can get better and better at climbing, and better and better at learning to appreciate the journey. Counseling is a place where you can explore what makes you tick with someone who is truly curious about you and who will encourage you to try new ways of thinking and behaving so that you can move forward and enjoy the life you’ve worked so hard to create.

*This blog post is an excerpt from the Counseling Demystified Guide. Want more? Get your FREE guide here.

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