5 Signs You Should see a Therapist (Not a Life Coach)
By: Michell Stanley, LICSW, ACC
No one’s life, no matter how perfect and purposeful, is without challenge. Courage is the thing that we need in order to be able to meet our challenges.
“Therapy Gives You Courage” -M. Scott Peck
Trying to figure out whether therapy or life coaching is best, is one of the biggest stumbling block to getting started with mental wellness services. This article will give you the signs that therapy (not life coaching) is the best to begin. *Interested in learning more about life coaching? . . . Stay tuned for my next read!
Below are some of the benefits of Therapy that differ from the aim of life coaching.
1. You think You Should to Talk to Someone
Whether you think it or someone else told you. . . Therapy is a really good place to begin when you know that you have things that you just want to talk about or get off your chest. Venting can feel like “releasing the valve” to be able to let things go. You don’t have to have a goal. You don’t even have to know where you want to go with the talking. You might even be needing to release emotions held in your body.
2. You Want a Different Perspective
After listening and understanding what is shared, many therapists can reflect an objective perspective that is different than that of your friends, loved ones and family. A different perspective is refreshing because it illuminates opportunities and insights that you just didn’t see before.
3. You are having a hard time adulting
Sure everyone has days where it’s hard to get going and feel good. However, if the bad outweigh the good or you find you just don’t have the energy or emotional bandwidth for normal daily routines, it might be an indication that your experiences are more than circumstance. Seeing a therapist can give you clarity about organic, physiological and internal factors that are influencing you.
4. You’re Going through a Difficult Time
Whether it’s a big change, life transition or even a loss, these situations can really take you down mentally, physically and emotionally. Getting help during difficult situations can help you move through set-backs quicker and be more resilient on the other side.
5. You want to Know & Understand Yourself on a Deeper Level
There’s no reason to come to therapy that is better than another. If you are a person who wants to dive deep into what makes you You, so that you can show up as the best version of yourself in your life and relationships, What are You Waiting For!?
We offer consultations with all of our providers to see if it’s a good fit before you invest in services. So consider reaching out to us today.
I’ll hope to see you soon!
Interested in learning more about life coaching? . . . Stay tuned for my next read!
