Choosing a therapist is a very personal matter, and one therapist may be a good fit for someone else but not for you.
Your relationship with your therapist is one of the most important factors in how well therapy works for you. Â Although finding the right one can take time, it'll be worth the effort.
If you've felt like therapy did not work for you in the past, try working with another therapist or a different style of therapy.
Read more about finding a therapist here: How to Connect with a Therapist.
There are multiple styles of therapy, and different styles work best for different people.
Certain therapy styles focus on gaining skills to respond differently to upsetting thoughts, events, and emotions:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
Some people start seeing a difference from these skills in weeks to months.
Therapy styles that focus more on talking through current and past experiences often go on for months to years:
- "Talk" or psychodynamic therapy
- Humanistic therapy
You may need to try a few different styles of therapy to find the right fit. Â Try to be patient with the process so you can find the best fit for you.
First, it's worth mentioning this to your therapist directly. Â It can be hard to start this conversation, but it allows your therapist to partner with you to find a solution.
Sometimes it's necessary to try a different therapist or style of therapy.
If you want to try a different therapist, read more about finding a therapist here: How to Connect with a Therapist.
You can also reach out to us or your insurance provider if you're having trouble.
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Therapy is a very useful tool for improving your mental health. Finding the right therapist and style of therapy is vital!
