Therapy Explained

What is Therapy?

Therapy (also called counselling or psychotherapy) is a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences with a trained professional.
It’s not about giving advice. It’s about helping you understand yourself, process pain, gain clarity, and move forward in life with more awareness and strength.

What Happens in a Therapy Session?

Therapy is a guided conversation—but it's so much more than just talking.

- A calm and private space to express yourself
- Empathic listening, without judgment
- Gentle reflections and questions to deepen your insight
- Techniques to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors

Each session lasts about 60 minutes, and you get to decide what you’re ready to share. It’s your space—at your pace.

Who is Therapy For?

Therapy is for anyone who wants to feel more emotionally grounded, confident, or supported.

You don’t need a crisis to seek help. People come for:
- Anxiety, stress, or overthinking
- Relationship struggles or breakups
- Low confidence, people-pleasing, or body image issues
- Past trauma or difficult childhood experiences
- Loneliness, grief, or emotional numbness

If you've ever thought “I don’t feel like myself anymore,” therapy might be the space you need to begin healing.

How Long Does Therapy Take?

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. It depends on:
- Your goals
- The nature of your struggles
- Your pace of healing

Some people feel better in just a few sessions, while others continue for several months to work on deeper emotional layers. You can always choose how long you want to continue.

How Can Therapy Help You?

- Help you feel seen and heard
- Improve your confidence and decision-making
- Heal unresolved trauma or emotional pain
- Strengthen your boundaries and relationships
- Reduce anxiety, sadness, or guilt
- Teach you to be kinder and more accepting of yourself

You don’t have to carry everything alone. Therapy helps you feel emotionally lighter and more in control.

What Makes My Therapy Style Unique?

I offer therapy that is:
- Client-Centered: You set the pace, I support your journey
- Trauma-informed: I work gently with past wounds and emotional triggers
- Evidence-based & Mindfulness-driven: I integrate proven techniques from:
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
- ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
- DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
- IFS (Internal Family Systems)
- Mindfulness practices to cultivate self-awareness and emotional balance

Each person is different, so therapy is always tailored to your unique needs.

What if I don’t know where to start?

That’s completely okay. Many people feel unsure in the beginning. You don’t need to have the “right words.” Just come as you are—we’ll take it one step at a time.

Will therapy change me?

Therapy doesn’t change who you are. It helps you reconnect with your true self—by releasing the weight of expectations, emotional pain, and self-doubt. It’s more of a return than a change.

What if I cry during a session?

Crying is a sign of emotional release, not weakness. Therapy is a safe space where all emotions are welcome. There’s no judgment—only support.

How often should I come for therapy?

Most clients begin with weekly sessions. As progress builds, the frequency may reduce. The pace is always set based on your comfort and emotional needs.

Can I take a break from therapy if I need to?

Absolutely. You’re in control of your journey. We can pause and resume when you feel ready. Therapy is here to support you, not pressure you.

Is online therapy really effective?
Yes. Online therapy offers the same level of emotional connection and healing. It’s convenient, confidential, and flexible for your schedule and comfort.

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