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Find Your Therapy

“Find Your Therapy: A Practical Guide to Finding Quality Therapy,” by Nick Wignall

Feel overwhelmed by the thought of looking for a therapist or counselor? Confused with all the options and possibilities?

Many folks who could benefit tremendously from therapy struggle just to get started because the process can be so daunting:

  • How do I know if a therapist is any good?

  • How long will therapy take?

  • How much will it cost?

  • Should I see a psychologist or a psychiatrist?

  • Is a counselor different from a therapist?

  • What kind of therapy would be best for me?

  • What about medication?

  • Do I really even need therapy?

  • Does going to therapy mean I’m broken or crazy?

  • Are my problems really big enough to warrant being in therapy?

The truth is, therapy can be a life changing process, but finding a high quality therapist who’s a good fit for you and your specific needs is often a challenge.

The solution is to:

  1. Get really specific and clear about the most important factors that go into successful therapy; and

  2. Make a simple and reliable plan for finding and choosing a quality therapist.

And that’s exactly what Find Your Therapy will teach you do do.

You will learn:

  • How to clarify both the struggles that are holding you back and your goals and aspirations for therapy.

  • How to distinguish one type of therapist from another and choose one that best fits your needs.

  • How to distinguish the different types or forms of therapy and choose one that’s most appropriate for you.

  • How to judge whether a therapist is competent or not.

  • How to weigh factors like experience, training, professional certifications, etc., so that you can make an informed decision about the best therapist for you.

  • Where to find good therapy referrals.

  • Where to look for therapists yourself.

  • How to do research on the best therapists in your area and organize the information you collect.

  • What to ask a therapist when you call them for the first time.

  • What to expect at your first therapy session.

  • How to interview your therapist effectively.

  • How to pay for therapy.

  • Answers to many of the most frequently asked questions about therapy.

  • And much more!

Find Your Therapy is full of insider-tips and practical strategies to help you find a great therapist for you or someone you love.