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Let’s look at some common hesitations to starting therapy:

 

​“Isn’t asking for help a sign of weakness?”

Asking for help isn’t weakness—it’s self-awareness. Noticing something isn’t right and wanting to understand it takes courage. Emotional discomfort isn’t a flaw; it’s human. Seeking therapy is an act of self-respect, not failure.

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“Will I be wasting your time?”

Many worry their problems aren’t “serious enough” or that someone else “deserves help more.” But there’s no hierarchy of suffering. If it matters to you, it matters. This fear might point to a deeper belief—that your needs don’t count.  That’s something we can explore together.

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“I don’t know if I can trust a therapist”

You don’t need to trust me right away. Trust builds over time. A strong therapeutic relationship develops gradually. You might even notice feelings from past relationships showing up here—this is natural, and part of the process we can work with. 

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“I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help”

It’s understandable to feel hesitant after a bad experience. You might feel angry, disappointed, or even blame yourself. But therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. That approach or therapist might not have been the right fit.  Now could be different.

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“I need everything to be perfect”

There’s no pressure to have it all figured out. Therapy isn’t about performance. It’s a space to slow down, reflect, and allow understanding to emerge. “Good enough” isn’t settling—it’s real. And your need for perfection? That can be part of what we explore.

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“Someone else wants me to go, not me”

Therapy works best when it’s your choice. If you’re coming because a partner, parent, or friend pushed you, it can lead to resentment. This is your space—your feelings, your goals. Ask yourself: What do I struggle with? What matters to me?

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I offer a free consultation to help you decide what might be right for you—no pressure, no commitment.

To learn more about how it works, get to know me, or arrange your first meeting, click the links below.