How Do You Know When It’s Time for Therapy?
How Do You Know When It’s Time for Therapy?
We all go through tough seasons. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ve been carrying a heaviness that no one else can see. But how do you know if what you’re going through really warrants therapy?
Let me say this first:
You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.
In fact, many people start therapy just because they want to better understand themselves, heal old wounds, or navigate life’s transitions with support.
Still unsure if it’s time? Here are some signs to pay attention to:
1. You feel overwhelmed more often than not.
Whether it’s work, relationships, parenting, or just life in general—if you constantly feel like you’re barely keeping your head above water, therapy can help you sort through the chaos and find steadier ground.
2. You're stuck in patterns that no longer serve you.
You keep ending up in the same kinds of relationships. Or you notice yourself reacting in ways that don’t feel aligned with who you want to be. Therapy is a space to get curious about those patterns—not with judgment, but with compassion and the tools for change.
3. You’re struggling to enjoy things you used to love.
When joy, motivation, or interest in your usual routines fade away, it can be a sign that something deeper is going on. You don’t have to “wait until it passes.” Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and rediscover what lights you up.
4. You’ve experienced a loss, trauma, or big life change.
Grief and transition come in many forms—losing a loved one, ending a relationship, becoming a parent, changing careers, or even moving. Therapy offers a place to process, adjust, and heal at your own pace.
5. You’re tired of holding it all together alone.
If you’ve been “the strong one” for a long time, it might feel unfamiliar (or even uncomfortable) to ask for help. But therapy is a place where you don’t have to carry the weight by yourself.
Therapy isn't just for when things are falling apart.
Starting therapy doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. It means you’re brave enough to look inward. It means you're choosing yourself.
If you're wondering whether therapy might help, that wondering is enough of a reason to explore it. You're not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.
Looking for support?
I offer virtual therapy for women in Virginia and North Carolina navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Let’s talk about what you need—and whether we’re a good fit.
