But how do you know if therapy is working for you?
Keep reading for five clear signs your therapy sessions are having a positive impact.
Find out which option is the best for you.
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Be on the lookout for these five signs your therapy sessions are paying off.
This could be very obvious, or it might feel more subtle.
You may notice a return to pleasurable activities or moments of joy," addsGilza Fort-Martinez, LMFT.
However,a good therapistcan help you feel more supported and serve as a trustworthy confidant.
It feels safe, even when you are being challenged, she explains.
A therapist can help you identify the blind spots causing issues in your day-to-day life.
Identifying those blindspots can be painful, and you might feel resistant to accepting them.
However, when they start to come into focus you’ll experience a-ha!
moments that can help explain where things have gone sideways in past interactions.
Youll also be better equipped withproblem-solving skillsthat allow you to work through difficult moments with others with more ease.
Some people become bold and dramatic.
Others withdraw and engage in approval seeking, notes Dr. Pernell.
American Psychological Association.Understanding psychotherapy and how it works.
