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How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | "This is a great question. Finding the right therapist can be tricky because you don't really know how someone will be like until you meet them. A few ways to prescreen are to:- Visit the therapist's website, psychologytoday profile, social media, etc...- Have a phone call with the therapist prior to your first appoint... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | "I believe that the right counsellor will help you feel empowered, supported and understood. You should feel comfortable opening up and not be concerned that they will judge you for what you say or decide to do. I find this important to let my clients know during intake that they will never be judged for the decisions ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | "Such a good question! \'a0Sometimes, clients will feel like they are not connecting with their therapist and will put it on themselves. \'a0In truth, the bond between therapist and client is the #1 predictor of positive outcomes in therapy. \'a0Ask yourself these questions: does it feel like this person can come to ca... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | "This is a great question. There could be a few ways to \'93know\'94\
that you\'92ve found a good fit and you and your therapist are therapeutically compatible.\
First, I would recommend listening to your intuition and pay attention to how\
you feel, if there are feeling-indicators that you are comfortable, feel safe\
... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | "Good question!The client's job is to concentrate on stating the details of their problem and to thoughtfully engage in a dialogue about these areas with the therapist.The most difficult job for a client is willingness to self-examine, hold oneself accountable for relationship and life situations, and honestly feel the... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | "Thinking whether or not you have the right therapist can be overwhelming if you are not sure what you want or need. But think of this, you feel safe and comfortable that you share what you\'92ve never told anybody. You feel understood and listened to. You feel their support. \'a0You trust them. Do you believe they can... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | "The ""right"" therapist is a combination of expertise in the areas where you require, and fit as far as how comfortable you feel in speaking and sharing with that person.\'a0 People generally are quite good at determining whether or not someone fits well with their personality and style; and another key to know whethe... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | You have the right therapist if you feel safe with that person. Safety consists of feeling that who you are and what you say is valued. The right therapist is not an 'all knowing person you must obey'. He or she is a person with skilled knowledge who respects you as a partner in your self discovery. The right therapist... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Though this varies from person to person, I think finding the right therapist involves finding someone who you're comfortable opening up to and speaking your mind, including your preferred areas of focus for treatment. It's important to be aligned with your therapist's general approach and, to find someone who you fee... | "This is a really important question, because you don't want to waste your time and money with a therapist who is not a good fit for you.\'a0 I think the most important factor that makes a good therapist match is trust-- do you trust this person to be able to help you meet your therapy goals?\'a0 There are few things y... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "The therapeutic relationship should be collaborative. \'a0The client is the expert on their life, and the therapist is the expert on helping the client to develop their sense of being. Growth occurs as a result of challenges. Therefore, I would suggest not looking to train the therapist, but rather to find one that wi... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "You'll know you have the right therapist when after the first few sessions you feel comfortable enough to tell them things you wouldn't tell anyone else. It's important in therapy for that rapport to be built from the beginning and that you as the client feel comfortable enough to share what you need to share. You sho... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist can be difficult, especially if you've never tried it before. Things to consider are location, availability and what specifically are you looking for. Some practitioners specifically only work with a certain type of issue (i.e eating disorders, adolescents, anger management, life transition... | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "Choosing the right therapist can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. I know many people come to therapy with hesitations and potential fears but a therapist should be there to help you along the way and support you as you build a trusting and collaborative relationship. You won't have to ""train"" your therapist to giv... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Counselors do not expect to gain your trust during the first session. Trust is earned and gained through the therapeutic process. You may know you have the right therapist if you feel a lack of judgement or even unconditional positive regard for the choices you make in therapy. Good counselors will keep you accountabl... | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "You will know you have the right therapist when you feel at ease and comfortable to share deep feelings.You do not hold back and feel total acceptance and validation by your therapist. Listen to your feelings and letthem guide your decision.Your therapist and you will work together to decide what is best for you with ... | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "The most important thing is it has to feel right.\'a0 While that sounds vague and not very scientific it is the most important part of therapy.\'a0 Us counselors call it therapeutic rapport and without it therapy is not very effective.\'a0 You want to know you can trust your therapist, that you are not being judged, t... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "What an important question! I think one of the first things to assess is this: Do you feel comfortable with your therapist? Do you feel like you can talk openly about what's going on in your life without feeling judged? Do you experience your therapy as a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings? Feeling comfo... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "This is a great question. Finding the right therapist can be tricky because you don't really know how someone will be like until you meet them. A few ways to prescreen are to:- Visit the therapist's website, psychologytoday profile, social media, etc...- Have a phone call with the therapist prior to your first appoint... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "I believe that the right counsellor will help you feel empowered, supported and understood. You should feel comfortable opening up and not be concerned that they will judge you for what you say or decide to do. I find this important to let my clients know during intake that they will never be judged for the decisions ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "Such a good question! \'a0Sometimes, clients will feel like they are not connecting with their therapist and will put it on themselves. \'a0In truth, the bond between therapist and client is the #1 predictor of positive outcomes in therapy. \'a0Ask yourself these questions: does it feel like this person can come to ca... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "This is a great question. There could be a few ways to \'93know\'94\
that you\'92ve found a good fit and you and your therapist are therapeutically compatible.\
First, I would recommend listening to your intuition and pay attention to how\
you feel, if there are feeling-indicators that you are comfortable, feel safe\
... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "Good question!The client's job is to concentrate on stating the details of their problem and to thoughtfully engage in a dialogue about these areas with the therapist.The most difficult job for a client is willingness to self-examine, hold oneself accountable for relationship and life situations, and honestly feel the... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "Thinking whether or not you have the right therapist can be overwhelming if you are not sure what you want or need. But think of this, you feel safe and comfortable that you share what you\'92ve never told anybody. You feel understood and listened to. You feel their support. \'a0You trust them. Do you believe they can... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "The ""right"" therapist is a combination of expertise in the areas where you require, and fit as far as how comfortable you feel in speaking and sharing with that person.\'a0 People generally are quite good at determining whether or not someone fits well with their personality and style; and another key to know whethe... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | You have the right therapist if you feel safe with that person. Safety consists of feeling that who you are and what you say is valued. The right therapist is not an 'all knowing person you must obey'. He or she is a person with skilled knowledge who respects you as a partner in your self discovery. The right therapist... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "How do you know anything is ""right"" for you? I think it's an intuitive process, and not always based on the objective expertise of the therapist, either (most psychotherapy research has concluded that the client-therapist relationship is the strongest factor in success in therapy.) But, in my view what is important ... | "This is a really important question, because you don't want to waste your time and money with a therapist who is not a good fit for you.\'a0 I think the most important factor that makes a good therapist match is trust-- do you trust this person to be able to help you meet your therapy goals?\'a0 There are few things y... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | "The therapeutic relationship should be collaborative. \'a0The client is the expert on their life, and the therapist is the expert on helping the client to develop their sense of being. Growth occurs as a result of challenges. Therefore, I would suggest not looking to train the therapist, but rather to find one that wi... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | "You'll know you have the right therapist when after the first few sessions you feel comfortable enough to tell them things you wouldn't tell anyone else. It's important in therapy for that rapport to be built from the beginning and that you as the client feel comfortable enough to share what you need to share. You sho... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist can be difficult, especially if you've never tried it before. Things to consider are location, availability and what specifically are you looking for. Some practitioners specifically only work with a certain type of issue (i.e eating disorders, adolescents, anger management, life transition... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Choosing the right therapist can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. I know many people come to therapy with hesitations and potential fears but a therapist should be there to help you along the way and support you as you build a trusting and collaborative relationship. You won't have to ""train"" your therapist to giv... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Counselors do not expect to gain your trust during the first session. Trust is earned and gained through the therapeutic process. You may know you have the right therapist if you feel a lack of judgement or even unconditional positive regard for the choices you make in therapy. Good counselors will keep you accountabl... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "You will know you have the right therapist when you feel at ease and comfortable to share deep feelings.You do not hold back and feel total acceptance and validation by your therapist. Listen to your feelings and letthem guide your decision.Your therapist and you will work together to decide what is best for you with ... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important thing is it has to feel right.\'a0 While that sounds vague and not very scientific it is the most important part of therapy.\'a0 Us counselors call it therapeutic rapport and without it therapy is not very effective.\'a0 You want to know you can trust your therapist, that you are not being judged, t... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "What an important question! I think one of the first things to assess is this: Do you feel comfortable with your therapist? Do you feel like you can talk openly about what's going on in your life without feeling judged? Do you experience your therapy as a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings? Feeling comfo... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | "This is a great question. Finding the right therapist can be tricky because you don't really know how someone will be like until you meet them. A few ways to prescreen are to:- Visit the therapist's website, psychologytoday profile, social media, etc...- Have a phone call with the therapist prior to your first appoint... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | "I believe that the right counsellor will help you feel empowered, supported and understood. You should feel comfortable opening up and not be concerned that they will judge you for what you say or decide to do. I find this important to let my clients know during intake that they will never be judged for the decisions ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | "Such a good question! \'a0Sometimes, clients will feel like they are not connecting with their therapist and will put it on themselves. \'a0In truth, the bond between therapist and client is the #1 predictor of positive outcomes in therapy. \'a0Ask yourself these questions: does it feel like this person can come to ca... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | "This is a great question. There could be a few ways to \'93know\'94\
that you\'92ve found a good fit and you and your therapist are therapeutically compatible.\
First, I would recommend listening to your intuition and pay attention to how\
you feel, if there are feeling-indicators that you are comfortable, feel safe\
... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Good question!The client's job is to concentrate on stating the details of their problem and to thoughtfully engage in a dialogue about these areas with the therapist.The most difficult job for a client is willingness to self-examine, hold oneself accountable for relationship and life situations, and honestly feel the... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Thinking whether or not you have the right therapist can be overwhelming if you are not sure what you want or need. But think of this, you feel safe and comfortable that you share what you\'92ve never told anybody. You feel understood and listened to. You feel their support. \'a0You trust them. Do you believe they can... | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | "The ""right"" therapist is a combination of expertise in the areas where you require, and fit as far as how comfortable you feel in speaking and sharing with that person.\'a0 People generally are quite good at determining whether or not someone fits well with their personality and style; and another key to know whethe... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | You have the right therapist if you feel safe with that person. Safety consists of feeling that who you are and what you say is valued. The right therapist is not an 'all knowing person you must obey'. He or she is a person with skilled knowledge who respects you as a partner in your self discovery. The right therapist... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Hello and thanks for your question! It's important to have the right therapist. I encourage you to start by checking out the website of the therapist. Their blog articles will reflect the kind of work they do and the approach they may take while working with you. If there's an email listed, go ahead and reach out. Ask... | "This is a really important question, because you don't want to waste your time and money with a therapist who is not a good fit for you.\'a0 I think the most important factor that makes a good therapist match is trust-- do you trust this person to be able to help you meet your therapy goals?\'a0 There are few things y... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "The therapeutic relationship should be collaborative. \'a0The client is the expert on their life, and the therapist is the expert on helping the client to develop their sense of being. Growth occurs as a result of challenges. Therefore, I would suggest not looking to train the therapist, but rather to find one that wi... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "You'll know you have the right therapist when after the first few sessions you feel comfortable enough to tell them things you wouldn't tell anyone else. It's important in therapy for that rapport to be built from the beginning and that you as the client feel comfortable enough to share what you need to share. You sho... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist can be difficult, especially if you've never tried it before. Things to consider are location, availability and what specifically are you looking for. Some practitioners specifically only work with a certain type of issue (i.e eating disorders, adolescents, anger management, life transition... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Choosing the right therapist can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. I know many people come to therapy with hesitations and potential fears but a therapist should be there to help you along the way and support you as you build a trusting and collaborative relationship. You won't have to ""train"" your therapist to giv... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Counselors do not expect to gain your trust during the first session. Trust is earned and gained through the therapeutic process. You may know you have the right therapist if you feel a lack of judgement or even unconditional positive regard for the choices you make in therapy. Good counselors will keep you accountabl... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "You will know you have the right therapist when you feel at ease and comfortable to share deep feelings.You do not hold back and feel total acceptance and validation by your therapist. Listen to your feelings and letthem guide your decision.Your therapist and you will work together to decide what is best for you with ... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important thing is it has to feel right.\'a0 While that sounds vague and not very scientific it is the most important part of therapy.\'a0 Us counselors call it therapeutic rapport and without it therapy is not very effective.\'a0 You want to know you can trust your therapist, that you are not being judged, t... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "What an important question! I think one of the first things to assess is this: Do you feel comfortable with your therapist? Do you feel like you can talk openly about what's going on in your life without feeling judged? Do you experience your therapy as a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings? Feeling comfo... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "This is a great question. Finding the right therapist can be tricky because you don't really know how someone will be like until you meet them. A few ways to prescreen are to:- Visit the therapist's website, psychologytoday profile, social media, etc...- Have a phone call with the therapist prior to your first appoint... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "I believe that the right counsellor will help you feel empowered, supported and understood. You should feel comfortable opening up and not be concerned that they will judge you for what you say or decide to do. I find this important to let my clients know during intake that they will never be judged for the decisions ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "Such a good question! \'a0Sometimes, clients will feel like they are not connecting with their therapist and will put it on themselves. \'a0In truth, the bond between therapist and client is the #1 predictor of positive outcomes in therapy. \'a0Ask yourself these questions: does it feel like this person can come to ca... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "This is a great question. There could be a few ways to \'93know\'94\
that you\'92ve found a good fit and you and your therapist are therapeutically compatible.\
First, I would recommend listening to your intuition and pay attention to how\
you feel, if there are feeling-indicators that you are comfortable, feel safe\
... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Good question!The client's job is to concentrate on stating the details of their problem and to thoughtfully engage in a dialogue about these areas with the therapist.The most difficult job for a client is willingness to self-examine, hold oneself accountable for relationship and life situations, and honestly feel the... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Thinking whether or not you have the right therapist can be overwhelming if you are not sure what you want or need. But think of this, you feel safe and comfortable that you share what you\'92ve never told anybody. You feel understood and listened to. You feel their support. \'a0You trust them. Do you believe they can... | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "The ""right"" therapist is a combination of expertise in the areas where you require, and fit as far as how comfortable you feel in speaking and sharing with that person.\'a0 People generally are quite good at determining whether or not someone fits well with their personality and style; and another key to know whethe... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | You have the right therapist if you feel safe with that person. Safety consists of feeling that who you are and what you say is valued. The right therapist is not an 'all knowing person you must obey'. He or she is a person with skilled knowledge who respects you as a partner in your self discovery. The right therapist... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "The most important part of therapy is finding a therapist who is the right fit and you feel you can connect to. Feeling comfortable with your therapist and feeling that you can be vulnerable is what will assist in helping you find what you want out of therapy. It also sounds like discussing with a potential therapist ... | "This is a really important question, because you don't want to waste your time and money with a therapist who is not a good fit for you.\'a0 I think the most important factor that makes a good therapist match is trust-- do you trust this person to be able to help you meet your therapy goals?\'a0 There are few things y... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "The therapeutic relationship should be collaborative. \'a0The client is the expert on their life, and the therapist is the expert on helping the client to develop their sense of being. Growth occurs as a result of challenges. Therefore, I would suggest not looking to train the therapist, but rather to find one that wi... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "You'll know you have the right therapist when after the first few sessions you feel comfortable enough to tell them things you wouldn't tell anyone else. It's important in therapy for that rapport to be built from the beginning and that you as the client feel comfortable enough to share what you need to share. You sho... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist can be difficult, especially if you've never tried it before. Things to consider are location, availability and what specifically are you looking for. Some practitioners specifically only work with a certain type of issue (i.e eating disorders, adolescents, anger management, life transition... | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "Choosing the right therapist can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. I know many people come to therapy with hesitations and potential fears but a therapist should be there to help you along the way and support you as you build a trusting and collaborative relationship. You won't have to ""train"" your therapist to giv... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Counselors do not expect to gain your trust during the first session. Trust is earned and gained through the therapeutic process. You may know you have the right therapist if you feel a lack of judgement or even unconditional positive regard for the choices you make in therapy. Good counselors will keep you accountabl... | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "You will know you have the right therapist when you feel at ease and comfortable to share deep feelings.You do not hold back and feel total acceptance and validation by your therapist. Listen to your feelings and letthem guide your decision.Your therapist and you will work together to decide what is best for you with ... | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "The most important thing is it has to feel right.\'a0 While that sounds vague and not very scientific it is the most important part of therapy.\'a0 Us counselors call it therapeutic rapport and without it therapy is not very effective.\'a0 You want to know you can trust your therapist, that you are not being judged, t... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "What an important question! I think one of the first things to assess is this: Do you feel comfortable with your therapist? Do you feel like you can talk openly about what's going on in your life without feeling judged? Do you experience your therapy as a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings? Feeling comfo... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "This is a great question. Finding the right therapist can be tricky because you don't really know how someone will be like until you meet them. A few ways to prescreen are to:- Visit the therapist's website, psychologytoday profile, social media, etc...- Have a phone call with the therapist prior to your first appoint... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "I believe that the right counsellor will help you feel empowered, supported and understood. You should feel comfortable opening up and not be concerned that they will judge you for what you say or decide to do. I find this important to let my clients know during intake that they will never be judged for the decisions ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "Such a good question! \'a0Sometimes, clients will feel like they are not connecting with their therapist and will put it on themselves. \'a0In truth, the bond between therapist and client is the #1 predictor of positive outcomes in therapy. \'a0Ask yourself these questions: does it feel like this person can come to ca... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "This is a great question. There could be a few ways to \'93know\'94\
that you\'92ve found a good fit and you and your therapist are therapeutically compatible.\
First, I would recommend listening to your intuition and pay attention to how\
you feel, if there are feeling-indicators that you are comfortable, feel safe\
... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "Good question!The client's job is to concentrate on stating the details of their problem and to thoughtfully engage in a dialogue about these areas with the therapist.The most difficult job for a client is willingness to self-examine, hold oneself accountable for relationship and life situations, and honestly feel the... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "Thinking whether or not you have the right therapist can be overwhelming if you are not sure what you want or need. But think of this, you feel safe and comfortable that you share what you\'92ve never told anybody. You feel understood and listened to. You feel their support. \'a0You trust them. Do you believe they can... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "The ""right"" therapist is a combination of expertise in the areas where you require, and fit as far as how comfortable you feel in speaking and sharing with that person.\'a0 People generally are quite good at determining whether or not someone fits well with their personality and style; and another key to know whethe... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | You have the right therapist if you feel safe with that person. Safety consists of feeling that who you are and what you say is valued. The right therapist is not an 'all knowing person you must obey'. He or she is a person with skilled knowledge who respects you as a partner in your self discovery. The right therapist... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist for you may take time - or you may find one the first try. Two important things to think about when first finding a therapist are \'93do I feel safe?\'94 and \'93do I feel heard?\'94 The first time seeing a therapist can be anxiety provoking. It may be uncomfortable. Unless there are giant ... | "This is a really important question, because you don't want to waste your time and money with a therapist who is not a good fit for you.\'a0 I think the most important factor that makes a good therapist match is trust-- do you trust this person to be able to help you meet your therapy goals?\'a0 There are few things y... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "The therapeutic relationship should be collaborative. \'a0The client is the expert on their life, and the therapist is the expert on helping the client to develop their sense of being. Growth occurs as a result of challenges. Therefore, I would suggest not looking to train the therapist, but rather to find one that wi... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "You'll know you have the right therapist when after the first few sessions you feel comfortable enough to tell them things you wouldn't tell anyone else. It's important in therapy for that rapport to be built from the beginning and that you as the client feel comfortable enough to share what you need to share. You sho... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Finding the right therapist can be difficult, especially if you've never tried it before. Things to consider are location, availability and what specifically are you looking for. Some practitioners specifically only work with a certain type of issue (i.e eating disorders, adolescents, anger management, life transition... | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "Choosing the right therapist can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. I know many people come to therapy with hesitations and potential fears but a therapist should be there to help you along the way and support you as you build a trusting and collaborative relationship. You won't have to ""train"" your therapist to giv... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Counselors do not expect to gain your trust during the first session. Trust is earned and gained through the therapeutic process. You may know you have the right therapist if you feel a lack of judgement or even unconditional positive regard for the choices you make in therapy. Good counselors will keep you accountabl... | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "You will know you have the right therapist when you feel at ease and comfortable to share deep feelings.You do not hold back and feel total acceptance and validation by your therapist. Listen to your feelings and letthem guide your decision.Your therapist and you will work together to decide what is best for you with ... | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "The most important thing is it has to feel right.\'a0 While that sounds vague and not very scientific it is the most important part of therapy.\'a0 Us counselors call it therapeutic rapport and without it therapy is not very effective.\'a0 You want to know you can trust your therapist, that you are not being judged, t... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "What an important question! I think one of the first things to assess is this: Do you feel comfortable with your therapist? Do you feel like you can talk openly about what's going on in your life without feeling judged? Do you experience your therapy as a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings? Feeling comfo... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "This is a great question. Finding the right therapist can be tricky because you don't really know how someone will be like until you meet them. A few ways to prescreen are to:- Visit the therapist's website, psychologytoday profile, social media, etc...- Have a phone call with the therapist prior to your first appoint... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "I believe that the right counsellor will help you feel empowered, supported and understood. You should feel comfortable opening up and not be concerned that they will judge you for what you say or decide to do. I find this important to let my clients know during intake that they will never be judged for the decisions ... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "Such a good question! \'a0Sometimes, clients will feel like they are not connecting with their therapist and will put it on themselves. \'a0In truth, the bond between therapist and client is the #1 predictor of positive outcomes in therapy. \'a0Ask yourself these questions: does it feel like this person can come to ca... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "This is a great question. There could be a few ways to \'93know\'94\
that you\'92ve found a good fit and you and your therapist are therapeutically compatible.\
First, I would recommend listening to your intuition and pay attention to how\
you feel, if there are feeling-indicators that you are comfortable, feel safe\
... |
How would I know if I have the right therapist?"How do you know you have the right therapist for you?\
How would I know how to ""train"" my therapist to be able to give me what I need from treatment?" | "Quick Way to Assess a\
Great Therapist\'a0A colleague and I were discussing the characteristics of\
successful therapists. I gave him some traits, some of which were listed by\
Robinson (2012). The therapist should be able to listen to your story, build\
rapport, establish a relationship, demonstrate empathy, adapt tr... | "Good question!The client's job is to concentrate on stating the details of their problem and to thoughtfully engage in a dialogue about these areas with the therapist.The most difficult job for a client is willingness to self-examine, hold oneself accountable for relationship and life situations, and honestly feel the... |
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