silently watching my posts.
Feeling intrigued, yet skeptical, about whether therapy can make a difference. You’re hung up on the “I can fix it myself” stance. You’ve convinced yourself that “it’s not THAT bad” and it’s not at a point where you actually need someone else to help navigate through your life.
I see you. Avoiding your problem. You think you’re weak, “crazy,” unfit or a failure if you need a professional. And I see that you’ve guilted yourself into believing that you’re not worth the time, money or energy to make yourself better.
Trust me. I get it. I’ve been in practice as a psychotherapist for over 20 years. You are not alone. Therapy can be a really uncomfortable process. Many times therapy is just downright painful.
There is no quick fix. And there is no miracle-pill-cure-all-get-rich-quick-short-cut for therapy. It requires you to show up and do the work. It requires you to pull up your sleeves and get in the dirt. It requires your patience and you’re ability to get raw. Really raw. All the while, it requires you to fight through the antiquated views and stigma this world has surrounding mental health.
So yes, therapy is a big investment. You’re absolutely right.
But I ask you to consider… what is the cost of doing nothing?
Think about it. What is the cost of continuing to do things as they are?
It’s tempting to think that emotional or mental health is a luxury that you simply can’t invest in, but that is a dangerous mindset.
If you’ve been dragging your feet, you’re not alone. Start thinking of therapy as an investment in your life. It’s OK to put yourself first and spend the time, money and energy on getting back on track.
You deserve better. The most common reaction I have found from clients is “Why on earth did I wait so long?”
Don’t let things get worse by continuing to put it off. You don’t have to feel this way.
Email me to schedule a consult today.
Carrie
