Choosing a therapist is an important decision. The following questions can help you make the right choice:
- Do you like and trust this person?
- Is the therapist professional, knowledgeable, and expert (writer, teacher, supervisor, coach, etc.) as well as competent and experienced?
- Do you feel ‘heard”, i.e. is the therapist interested in what you have to say about yourself?
- Do you sense consistency, reliability and receptivity in your sessions?
- Is the therapist emotionally healthy? Seems to feel at ease with herself/himself. Does not seem anxious, arrogant or depressed.
- Does the therapist have a sense of humor and, yet is willing to challenge you when necessary.
- Is the therapist flexible but always maintains clear and healthy boundaries?
- Is the office a pleasant, restorative setting?
- Are you given clear, easily understood guidelines?
