How to Find the Right Therapist

Let’s talk about client-therapist “fit.”

Not every therapist is going to be a good fit for you (and vice versa). It’s perfectly okay to try a few therapists before you find the right one.

Research shows that the quality of the relationship between the client and therapist is a better predictor of therapeutic success than the type of therapy itself. You read that right. The relationship is the most important part of your work with a therapist.

So how do you know if your current therapist is a good fit for you?

Feeling safe and comfortable.
Feeling understood.
Feeling validated, not judged.
Feeling empowered to move toward your goals.

Building a strong therapeutic relationship requires authenticity and honesty on both sides, and the courage to speak up when something isn’t working.

If things aren’t working out with your current therapist, tell them. Be honest about what you are hoping for and what isn’t working. Trust us, they’ll want to know.