therapy faq – Abri Mental Health

July 25, 2024

Why Talking to Friends is Not Therapy

When life gets messy or throws us curveballs, our first instinct is often to talk to friends. Friends are great – they listen, they care, and they usually know just what to say to make us feel better. But as wonderful as these heart-to-heart talks are, they aren’t a substitute for therapy. Here’s why: 1....

journaling after therapy, post therapy self care, self care, self discovery through journaling

June 20, 2024

Why You Should Journal After Therapy

How has your therapy journey been going so far? Are you finding it hard to remember the nuggets of wisdom your therapist has shared or the insight you got during your session? I wonder if your therapist has suggested or encouraged you to journal after therapy sessions, and if you have wondered why you should...

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June 13, 2024

Why Is Therapy Expensive

“Why should I pay so much just to talk to someone? I can just talk to a friend.” “Mental health care is not affordable at all; I don’t understand why therapy costs so much!” Have you ever wondered why therapy can seem pricey? It’s a common question that often leads to confusion about what exactly...

May 30, 2024

Is There a Best Therapist?

One question that our client coordinators often receive is ‘who is the best therapist in your practice?’. Or it may come in the form of ‘please book me an appointment with the best therapist at your center’. We thought we would answer this question in today’s post because it really needs to be talked about...

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May 9, 2024

Why Therapists Charge Cancellation Fees and How to Navigate Discomfort

Have you ever wondered why therapists charge cancellation fees? Perhaps you have been charged a cancellation fee before and have questioned its purpose or felt unhappy about it. It can definitely be an uncomfortable situation to be in when you are informed that your session will be considered forfeited and you have to pay for...

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May 2, 2024

What It Takes for Therapy to Work

We have talked about why therapy might not work, but today I wanted to also share what it takes for therapy to work. While it may seem like simply a reverse of points mentioned in the other post, I hope to provide more context and examples. If the other post didn’t resonate, maybe this one...

April 11, 2024

What to Do After and In-Between Therapy Sessions

Your therapist wants you to know that whether you’re considering therapy or already immersed in the process, understanding what happens after and in-between therapy sessions is crucial for your well-being journey. It’s not just about the hour you spend with your therapist; it’s about how you nurture and sustain that progress beyond the therapy room....

April 4, 2024

How to Tell Your Therapist Something Uncomfortable

Who else has held back from bringing up certain things in therapy and feels like they will never be able to talk about it even though they really want to? And who else has avoided therapy because they feel like it would be just too awkward and terrifying to bring up certain things? You are...

March 14, 2024

How Long Should You Be In Therapy?

Have you ever wondered how long you should be in therapy for? You might have the impression that you should only be there as long as it takes to solve a specific issue. Or you might have heard of people in therapy for years and wonder why that is the case. Either way, there can...

March 7, 2024

What to Do If You Had a Bad Therapy Experience

Sometimes the therapy experience doesn’t meet our expectations. Whether it’s a mismatch with the therapist, feeling unheard, or not seeing the progress you hoped for, a bad therapy experience can be disheartening, if not off-putting. But it’s important to know that you’re not alone, and there are steps you can take to navigate through this...