How Therapy Transformed My Life (And Can Help You Too)

I knew I wanted to be a counselor long before I knew how to actually do therapy—or even what therapists actually did. Unlike many of my peers, I had never seen a counselor before stepping into the field myself. It wasn’t until about a year after starting my career that I finally sought help for myself.

Why I Needed Therapy as a Therapist

I knew I needed it. I knew it would make me better at my job. But that little voice inside kept whispering:

No, just keep shoving it down. You'll be okay. It’s fine. It’s FiNeeeeee.
(Spoiler alert: it was not fine.)

Therapy changed my life and my career. Am I "cured"? No. But now I have tools to deal with my struggles—tools I now share with my clients.

Therapists Are People Too

Why am I telling you this? Because therapists are people too. We're not some holier-than-thou, never-struggling, got-our-shit-together type of people. Life is complicated, messy, and full of new challenges. If you're looking for a counselor who has every corner of their life perfectly organized and never makes mistakes, well... good luck.

An unwrinkled blazer and a stylish office don't mean someone has it all figured out. Therapists have cried over spilt milk just like you have.

Finding Support Through Therapy

Don't be embarrassed to share your struggles; you'd be surprised how many people have been exactly where you are now.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just plain tired of carrying it all alone, consider reaching out. Therapy can be a powerful tool for managing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Finding the right counselor might be the first step toward feeling better.

You don’t have to do this alone. Reach out today and take the first step toward healing.