A Beginners Guide To Therapy! | Advice For Starting Out & Online vs Offline Therapy
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- A Beginners Guide To Therapy! Chloe explains her top tips for approaching therapy - how to find the right therapist, the benefits of online vs offline counselling, preparing for therapy, dealing with panic in the waiting room, grounding techniques, and what to talk about in your first session. You can do it!
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Hi, Chloe! School counselor here-if it’s ok with you, I’d love to add a few points in the comment section-I don’t want to offer advice/insight if it’s unwanted.
Please feel free!
Excellent! Thanks for letting me use your platform! I was so excited to watch this and look forward to your posts. Your insight has helped me with some of my kiddos at work.
1: it might not be a bad idea to research different theoretical orientations-most of us are eclectic and use a little bit of everything. Your counselor/therapist will probably tell you a bit about this during your intake (first session) but they may also allude to it if they have an “about me” section on their page. This will save you time and will probably help you find someone you “click with.” Examples of theoretical orientation might be DBT, CBT, yada yada yada.
2: The relationship you have with your counselor/therapist is IMPORTANT!!! Trust is a sacred space. Take your time-because I know that when I see a counselor (gasp-yes, even mental health professionals see mental health professionals!!) if I’m feeling more pushed to share than encouraged to share-there’s a good chance I won’t come back. Intake sessions are there to gather background information-if there is something you aren’t comfortable discussing just yet, we’ll get there, together when trust has been established. My hope is that anyone going into an intake session wouldn’t be intimidated into sharing something they aren’t ready for.
3: Many mental health professionals use a sliding scale, meaning you pay what you can afford. My experience is that this is generally offered when receiving services from the county. Not sure what these are called in other countries 😅
4: Students, please utilize your school counselors and school social workers. We also provide counseling. Its not meant to be long term but we can help you find resources and make referrals. College students: there are likely counselors on your campus and there is a good chance their services are already included in your tuition or use a sliding scale.
Hey lovely, this is wonderful and really important advice, do you mind if I pin this comment thread so more people can see it?
DissociaDID go ahead! Thanks again for allowing me to share. Happy Monday!
I signed up for consoling today because of this video.
I give therapy online and in my office, and I find that the patients that I treat online are more open in sharing because they dont feel the anxiety of being in an office and of sharing their deepest thoughts.
i think finding a specialist therapist is a really good if you can afford it. i remember when i would go completely nonverbal with my last therapist and she didn’t know how to engage with me properly and she signed me off early because she got frustrated with me not being able to engage. but once i started seeing a therapist that specialises in autistic people, she knew how to engage with me properly and how to make me feel comfortable enough to talk to her. i also think writing down stuff as it happens is important because i often can’t remember stuff that happened or how i felt earlier in the week.
I couldn't agree more with you. Even on a general level, if a person is not clicking and comfortable with the therapist they're seeing, and the dynamic is not conducive to facilitating communication, honesty and working towards a healing goal, absolutely they should find another therapist. Sometimes the wrong therapist is not only uncomfortable for the patient, but also can sometimes do more harm than good.
After my first consult with my therapist, she asked me to keep two types of journaling: one traditional, full of my thoughts, experiences and what I do day to day; the other I wrote down three times a day what I was feeling at that moment (for example, anxious, worried, angry about X, could and often was multiple feelings,) to rate any pain I had and where, and any other symptoms, such as tiredness or fatigue, my alternating stomach upsets, migraines or headaches, etc. Lastly, she asked me to detail my sleep patterns in the journal with symptoms.
These journals when kept up, in addition to what we would talk about, gave her a much wider picture than just what I thought of during the sessions. It was integral to getting diagnosed with IBS-A, Generalized anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder and PTSD. Part of the reason they led to a PTSD diagnosis is because I journaled flashbacks in great detail, but I thought they were just normal memories or remembering something in the moment that made me feel bad, and I was having nightmares and night terrors.
Journaling can be extremely important as a tool during therapy, in addition to be cathartic for the patient. All in all, I agree 100% with your comment. The only thing I'd add is: You are your own most important and most powerful advocate. If you're uncomfortable with your therapist, speak up and find a new one. If you're having new symptoms, tell them honestly. If their methods are making you feel worse, speak up. If you genuinely feel that medicine they're giving you isn't right or helping, say something. Stand up for yourself. Only you KNOW you. Only you know how you feel, what's affecting you. You have a voice. Use it. Be the advocate you need for the care you need.
Funnily enough, my problem is that I DON'T know what's troubling me. I can't see it. I just feel the...trouble. So...that's fun!
And quite frankly I'm finding that therapy makes things worse before it gets better. Like...when your teabag turns out to be broken and your mug is full of tea bits that have settled to the bottom, and then you stir it. Oops. Like. Those bits of tea were FINE when they were at the bottom of the mug where I probably wouldn't have to worry about them. Now they're everywhere. Blech! But it's the only way to get to the bottom of the mug. You can't pick out the bits while the tea is still hot unless they're closer to the surface. I was going to say that the analogy sort of falls apart at this point because you could just use a spoon...but I think maybe the therapy is the spoon. Or the therapist. Or both. I didn't think this through. :D The point is that you can't deal with things while they're buried, but digging them up is hard, and will mess with you, but that just means it's working. So if anyone is just starting therapy, don't be surprised if you find yourself feeling more unsettled or off or whatever for a while. Stick with it.
Oh my gosh this is extremely helpful. I've been avoiding getting professional help because I have no idea how to prepare for it.
I use Betterhelp.com myself and strongly recommend it! I will say the 24/7 thing isn't necessarily true, it depends on the counselor you are paired with on how much they respond. My current counselor checks his messages twice a day - in the morning and in the evening. He's only human. He can't wake up from dead sleep at 3:00 in the morning just because I sent him a message lol :D
Always remember: They want to help you.
It worked for me. Thanks for the video Chloe.
Still be aware some therapists might be not great
Can I just say that this is the best sponsorship I've seen for BetterHelp? It was so well explained, you made sure we understood everything about it. So thank you for that, for taking the time and not just get the sponsor happy.
I'm going to the psychiatrist tomorrow, so that I can finally can go back to therapy. And I'm really happy about, although a little scared because I need the antidepressants but I have never taken any before, but I'm trying to be positive about it.
You can do it! And thank you 💖
+Mariana, make sure to look up what is prescribed to you to make sure you're okay with the possible side effects. Both my mother and sister had a hard time getting off of certain ones that now have black box warnings on them regarding addiction. Also don't be afraid to tell your doctor if you don't think it's working for you, because some people need different medication since it's all messing with neurotransmitters in the brain. (And they don't necessarily know how the meds work.) Best wishes!
Hope you are going well now Mariana 🤗 Anti depressants are great if they suit you, I was on Zoloft first and didnt go well with me I was very numb emotionally but it kept me safe in the meantime, now I am on Lexipro and it is amazing, I ran out over the holidays and can really tell the difference now I am back on them. Less panic attacks, anxiety is low, depression is stable, ptsd triggers have lesser of an impact and my ocd is less annoying lol
Hope they are going okay for you and hope all is going okay 😊
A few podcasts and TH-cam channels I watch are sponsored by Betterhelp. I've always thought "I really should talk to them and get the help I need to get myself back on track", but I wasn't sure exactly how it works. You went into so much more detail and helped calm my anxiety around it. I'm going to sign up now and start getting the support I've been missing. Thank you.
You are such a gift for this community 😊
Lately I'm so obsessed with you. I'm so thankful that you inform us about DID, and I like your personality too and the same with the others. I have learned a lot this week because I saw every single video you have and idk Im just so happy and thankful xD
Man I have literally been watching your videos all morning
lasshacute Pafford me too
All of your videos are very detailed about the things you can do to get help. Most of the things I’ve seen don’t go into any detail about anything and says “go on this website” or “call here, get help”. Like what can I do? And what if I do something wrong?
omg i'm re-starting therapy tomorrow! a little nervous ngl, but this rlly helped so thank you❤🧡💛
Good luck honey youve got this!
@@DissociaDID thank you❤ making my list now🙌🏼
I really needed this video. I have been struggling emotionally lately and have been considering therapy but have been apprehensive. This video has helped me feel a little more willing to try therapy.
Chloe I love your attitude and personality you’re so bubbly💕makes me happy
I have been so nervous about starting therapy, even though I have wanted to go for years. This video made me feel so much more confident about beginning the process. Thank you Chloe 💜
Hi Chloe & the rest of Dissociadid!! My name's Brigitte. I deal with Anxiety and Depression on a daily basis. The way you approach both DID and mental illness in general is so kind and generous and graceful, thank you so much. I found you on TH-cam last week, have been getting to know the whole system and so much about DID, and I'm so glad to see your journey unfold on here, and that you seem happy and healthy at this stage in your life. I'm preparing to go back to school, [I am 25 living in Springfield, Illinois USA] and mental illness is something I've always wanted to learn more about. I'm going for Physical Therapy, but also want a degree in psychology. Sending love and best wishes in life and on your channel! Can't wait to learn more, I appreciate so you very much!
I just made an appointment with a therapist a few days ago and I’ve been struggling with a lot of anxiety and how to explain myself, this video helped so much. Thank you 💕💕
This helped me to think through my own somewhat unrelated problems and what kind of help I need, and now I’m in a nice relaxed state for sleeping. 😌
You are amazing. What you are doing is really important. I've just recently found your channel and I've really enjoyed all your videos. Thank you for being so brave and strong to share your story.
Thank you for this, I am going to meet my therapist this coming week and I’m so scared. I’ve never brought up these ways I’ve felt
This is spot on. I went into my first therapy completely blind and the session was completely weird. I needed help with adjusting with my University class as it was really becoming bad and my mental health was deteriorating because of it. The therapist really helped me work things out in the long run so it ended well.
Just a tip, if you're getting sponsored by betterhelp, I think it would be a good idea to mention that underneath or in the title. There are some rules about this in some countries. I really liked the video, thanks for this!!
Thanks!
Side note: HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ❤🎉🎁
You my dear, are an angel. Thank you for all you do. Love & Light ❤
Thank you so f**king much for this, our host doubts our condition but after our switch I found your video in one tab and a councilor we were matched with on better help in another. You have no f**king idea how much this video means to us. - Jace
what you said about making sure your therapist understand what you mean and don't brush over some things is really important! i have severe anxiety with occasional panic attacks and my old therapist just wouldn't get that my anxiety wasn't limited to the panic attacks, and that miscommunication/misunderstanding really disrupted the progress i could have made there.
Thank you! This video is exactly what I needed. I was in therapy before, but my therapist moved. I've actually been putting off finding myself a new therapist because of my anxiety. But you've made me feel more confident that I can do this.
Hello Chloe, I'm a "normal" man (no psychological issues) but I found your channel because of an interview on TH-cam and am watching your videos now from old to new whenever I have time. I am fascinated by the issue and especially by you, your system, and your openness and positivity! And if I had these problems I would find me help right tomorrow because of this video. You explained everything so good, so positive, so encouraging...
You are truly an admirable person or persons(?) Sorry, I struggle with the terminology - it's so new and unknown for me. But I already learned so much. I love your channel.
Ok. That's enough 😊.
I wish you all the best from the bottom of my heart ❤
Sunny greetings from Germany.
I’m going to my first appointment in a few weeks and I’ve been quite nervous about it. I just don’t know what to expect. But this definitely helps! Thank you so much for this video!! Never clicked on something so fast.
This video is a year old but youre honestly a great role model and a wonderful person, i wish everyone was more like you :((
Thank you for making this. I've been out of therapy for several years, I stopped going because my depression prevented me from having the energy/motivation keep going. I'm also I bit of a compulsive people pleaser, so it was hard for me to be really honest with my therapist. I've since started taking notes and have enlisted my mom's help on looking for a therapist. What you guys are doing, what you're choosing to share with us, is helping people. As a person without DID, this already helped me become a more empathetic person, and showed me that you don't always know what's going on with people behind the scenes, so you should always be respectful. But this video was the first one that inspired me to take positive action in my own life. Thank you. Thank you so so much. You are doing beautiful things in the world.
Thank you to the system for educating us!! It's really useful
Is it silly that seeing your answers to the questionnaire made me feel less alone?
Im glad, its not silly 💖
Every time I see a video from you, I am so happy, because it means I get to learn something new, which I am sure will be interesting, concise and clearly delivered. Thanks to you, I discovered a world I was unaware of. It's awful to hear about the struggles you all have been through, but it's wonderful to see how strong you are and to get to know how you cope. I hope you have a wonderful life. Thank you for your accurate work!
20+ minutes?? YES!
Thanks, I recently started going to therapy this is really helpful.
Great video again
Love ya 💙
Edit : Congrats on the sponsor hun
This video really helped me build up the courage to make my first therapy appointment, after having put it off for years because I was afraid to go. I wore your advice like armor and I finally jumped in!
I’m so early!
I know it’s overused! Sorry.......Your journey has been very interesting to me...:you helped me tell some of my friends about how I was feeling...THANK YOU CHLOE AND THE WHOLE SYSTEM!
It’s like my favorite TV show has a new episode and I’m so excited !!!!!!!! This is best channel and helps me!!!! It’s like getting a text message from a friend you wanted to hear from when I see ur messages / videos !!!
I just recently got a new therapist to help deal with my bipolar, anxiety, eds and depression and this was very insightful for me. Thank you so much for all ur videos for systems and people without DID. You have no clue how helpful all these videos are. I have followed ur channel since Chloe was the host and love and support you so much. This is my first ever comment tho
This was so helpful! it's something I wish i'd had when i first went to therapy since i had NO IDEA what to expect. thankfully my experience was great and although i only went for around 10 weeks it helped a lot and taught me stuff i still use today. also just a lil' thing for anyone who might be reading this if you're under 18 i'd recommend you find someone who's dealt with people of you age if not younger. It might sound kinda unimportant but i know for me, seeing someone who had experience with people a lot younger than me was a lot less daunting. (also Chloe or whoever may be reading this hi! i think you have to put in the title or description of the video that the video is sponsored. But thanks again for your amazing content I'm so glad brands are reaching out to work with you as what you do is making a huge difference!)
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This was SUCH a good video. The info was clear and helpful and I’m so thankful that there are people out there talking about this.
I have been in therapy for 15+ years. I had to go through anger management along with PTSD therapy. It has CHANGED MY LIFE for the better. It gave me the tools to deal with things that pop up in life. I didn’t learn good coping skills so really needed that guidance. This video is BRILLIANT. This video sends such a great message. Everyone, I believe, should be in therapy. THANK YOU for posting this. I talk about therapy a lot on IG. I feel like there is this negative stigma with therapy and the more we talk about it the more we normalize it.
I have also been to many therapists before I fount one I loved. It’s important to be open to the process and have patience.
Ahhhh I just love your videos so much!!! 💜💜💜
Around 4 years after first watching this video and i finally had my first ever therapy session yesterday. Like you said, it was hard and scary but it was so much relief even just after that introductory session. Even if it takes a while to get what you need, never give up because it will be worth it in the end xxx
I've been obsessed with your channel the past month and have watched all your videos. I've learned so much about mental health in general, but you've also helped me put to words the things I've been feeling but couldn't explain. I was ready to quit on therapy because I felt like I wasn't getting my feelings out there properly but since watching your video explaining depersonalization and derealization (which is something I've really been struggling with lately) I feel like I better understand how to explain what I'm feeling to my therapist and I feel like we've made a lot of progress since.
Thank you guys for creating such wonderful and educational content!
I know this is an old video but I'm new and I just want to say I just signed up on betterhelp. Wish me luck it's my first time ever doing therapy.
The website told me that I don`t fit online therapy
I feel worse now
HECK YES, FIRST LIKE.
I know that's childish, but I really do love supporting you guys xx
The bit about using texture and touching to ground yourself was really good advice. I stumbled upon that method of grounding by accident myself and I've been using it for the last few years whenever I start having problems with anxiety or flashbacks. I'm so glad that your creating content like this now, and sharing this information with people. ❤
I've been going to CAMHS for over a year. I see a psychologist, psychiatrist, and a family therapy team. Nothing is working. I am on a load of meds (they do nothing ) and it's not like it try to be awkward, but I can't connect with my psychologist (I see her most) and when ever I said I wanted to swap therapists (as politely as possible) she dismissed it. Last week, she finallaly said I didn't have to see her for a while. Then I might get a new therapist. I couldn't just leave CAMHS cos it's payed for by the NHS and without it I wouldn't of got my EHCP. But it's still anoying. Thank you for sharing this with us ❤ I'm so glad you have a nice Therapist. You all deserve it! Send love to Amber and the system!
I wish I'd seen this the fist time I went to therapy, I think people don't mention enough that getting good therapy is kind of a skill, you need to learn how to communicate properly with your therapist, it's not just rambling out all your issues and them fixing them.
It took our system a few therapist's to find the right one and now that we found the right one. We have been able to open up and share a lot of stuff and have gotten help and some of us in the system have introduced ourselves to our therapist and we feel a lot better having someone to trust and open up too.
This inspired me to go to counseling at my school. My expectations of therapy were so different from the reality and this video really helped me grasp the concept. Thank you for helping me heal💗
I use to go to one therapy place and it helped with my depression but I was lying to my therapist all the time because I felt so uncomfortable with them. I was able to get what I needed too across and symptoms but I was not really able to go to them with my actual issues and emotions. I stopped therapy and medication after I felt more and more capable of coping on my own (I went for depression and anxiety which was mainly situational at the time although I was diagnosed as it not being always situational). I’m now returning back to therapy after having some dissociative issues. (Not DID but Derealization). And having a video like this helps me to know what to expect again and feel more comfortable going into it. Something to note is to always be honest and make sure you’re comfortable with your therapist. If you’re not, you won’t be receiving the help you need. I was very nervous to tell my mom and my therapist that I didn’t feel comfortable with them and to try another one but switching therapist did help me get through what I needed too.
Loving your eye makeup :)
im really happy that you got a sponsor and such a good one as well
Hope you had a wonderful birthday!💖
This video came at the perfect time, I’m starting cognitive behaviour therapy on Wednesday for my anxiety and agoraphobia, I’m so so scared and don’t really know what to expect but I’m determined to push through and do it, I’m also awaiting an appointment to see a counsellor💖
Happy Birthday hun!! Hope you've had a wonderful day!! 💕
I hate talking to people over the phone. Its bad I really don't like talking over the phone. I'm glade i watched this video. So thank you!!!❤❤❤❤
Love you! Great vid :D
Thank you for making this video, it is SO important and you did an incredible job 💜
Another amazing video and as usual very well backed up and a genuine sponsor where you fully explain why it’s good and not just a quick, oh this thing is good go use it cos they sponsor me and I told you so like most other TH-camrs do!
Argh I just wanna pour all the happiness and joy that I feel and give it all to you cos you deserve so much love and joy!! You do such amazing work for people even though you struggle so much day to day! I hope that when you feel down you remember how much joy and love you’ve shared with people with your vids. I admire the work you do considering the position you’re in!
Also I love your upbeat voice, it’s so energetic and fun to listen to!
😭😭😍😍😍😍
I've been in and out of therapy for 9 years. This information is still relevant! I also would love to consider online therapy, but the financial side is an issue because most don't take insurance. I found a therapist a couple of towns over that also has Fibromyalgia, though. I feel so incredibly lucky to have found her. It wasn't even done on purpose! Anyway, I ramble.
Emotional support pets are also amazing, and help more than therapy most of the time. Bandersnatch also lays on my chest when I have anxiety pain in my chest. He's such a good furchild. ❤️
Happy Birthday, Chloe!! Hope you had a Grand time out with your friends. Love from Texas ~
You are glowing, love that light green hair color💚💚
I wish I had found that video before going to the therapist. That was very very helpful, thank you so much!❤️ you are amazing, love your channel!
So very articulate. Bravo.
I'm definitely going to use this when I move and need some time to figure out where services are and how to navigate it all with travelling and everything. Thank you for talking about them❤️
Thank you for this video it gave us the confidence to go to a therapist and get diagnosed and we all thank you
Thank you, this was really helpful!
Aloha DissociaDID! Initially, I started watching your videos out of curiosity. I believe the human brain is capable of anything when protecting yourself or others. I really don't know what else to say, but thank you. Although I may not understand the situations you have faced, I'm grateful for your strength to help others learn about their issues. It's a little embarrassing as I'm older, but thanks to you, I finally inquired about therapy. I've been bottling up all kinds of things for years and it's getting worse. Thank you again and take care!
Thanks Chloe, this really helps! I've been thinking about therapy, and trying to research different options and therapists but it all still seems a bit overwhelming. I will definitely try to write the main points down and also not expect to have everything figured out after one session! Thanks again for doing this (video and channel in general), it's been really eye-opening and educational :)
Thank you so much :) Really needed this!
Again, you are so well-spoken and intelligent. I have been in therapy a few times and am considering going again as some things have come up that are causing massive anxiety. I was thinking about Better Help as an option. Thank you for your video, Chloe and Team! And you are adorable!
Happy Birthday!! 🌈
You are so great at these educational videos, super friendly and explain everything well and very informative.
I haven't gone to therapy since December. My therapist left the practice and I've booked with the new one a few times but chicken out and fake sickness. It's hard starting over! Atleast this one will have notes hopefully, seen they took over in the same practice, but they'll still want a run down and it'll rehash everything.
One thing I feel like you missed, but maybe this didn't happen to you? I feel like people should be aware that when you start therapy you can get worse before you start to feel better. You're diving into your anxieties and traumas, you may find you have nightmares and flash backs in the coming days after a therapy session. But don't run away from therapy(like I have many times), because the therapist has the tools to help teach you how to handle these dark times better.
I would love to check out the link, I hope it's world wide. We have new crisis contacts popping up in Australia now that you can text instead of ringing. Such good news! I haaaate phone calls, I avoid them as much as I can, so the last thing I wana do when feeling vulnerable is speak on the phone
Sadly the last time I tried to see a Counselor (here in Australia) She listened to me for an hour and then said "Well There is not much we can do about any of those things and you just need to suck it up and deal. It's your life so you need to deal with it yourself. "
I asked about booking another appointment and She said " No point".
I did not return and am unlikely to try again.
i’m so sorry that happened to you :( it really is so disappointing that people like that can be considered professionals. if you ever do decide to meet someone else, i truly hope they aren’t as much of a sack of shit as your previously counselor. best of luck to you!
Just another comment letting you know how much you are helping people. I have fears, but I just set up my first appointment with a therapist. I'm almost 30 and have struggled with these sorts of issues all my life. Time for help.
This was SUPER helpful! 😇😊 I wish this had come out before my first appointment - But I will definitely take this advice for my new up and coming therapist and session - So thank you! 😇
Another amazing video Chloe! Also, gorgeous as always (more makeup tutorials please)!! Thank you for the Better help details!
Happy birthday 🎂 wish you have a wonderful day and life ♥
Lovely video :) I’m on a waiting list for free therapy, which is awesome, but I’m very nervous to meet the therapist. I was forced to see a counselor during childhood, and she spent the entire sessions just filling her paperwork. For most sessions, I didn’t even talked at all. For 30min. I went there for three years. Now I just wish to meet a good therapist!!
Great video, thanks for explaining how it works and showing the sign up.
I live in a rural area and have also found quite a few good therapists are available via Skype if anyone wants to do face to face but can't travel or otherwise reach the type of therapist they need. 👍
I love the way the color of your hair faded, you are so beautiful Chloe (and all)!
This is a great video ❤ definitely one of the best betterhelp sponsored videos I've seen, and you've focussed on a lot of really important ideas ❤ they are all things that I know but it's so easy to forget these things when the anxiety builds before the sessions xx
I can't even afford the weekly fee for betterhelp because I have to support myself financially on the very small income I can make while studying full-time at university, however last week I did finally make the step of getting a referral to a psychiatrist at a different campus of my uni that I don't have to pay for! My appointment isn't until November and I'm very anxious but I know it's a great step in the right direction 😊😊
I have seen a lot of counsellors etc in the past and psychologists but decided it was finally time to step it up because I haven't been getting the full help that I need
Thats great! If youre still struggling to afford it betterhelp have special offers for people with limited income xxx
This is an amazing video! You gave some great advice!! I’m going to check out better help and see if I can afford it. It may be the perfect thing for me because i have a super busy life :) great job!!
i just finished 3 years of therapy, because i moved out to a different city... currently looking for a new therapist. it’s scary and hard to think about having to share my struggles from the beginning all over again BUT therapy is worth it; it has been my best tool fighting through my mental health struggles. i have been medicated once over 5 years of diagnosed depression, because i found that therapy was working unexpectedly well for me (there’s absolutely nothing wrong with medication though!!! different tools for different people!)
therapy is scary, it’s a progress and it. takes. time. you need to be patient with yourself and forgive yourself and give yourself space and time, but it’s rewarding as a whole. there’s nothing better than being told by your therapist that they are proud of the progress you’ve made during the time they’ve seen you... or maybe there is, when YOU are able to see the progress!
i seriously hope anyone struggling out there gives therapy a chance. if you are in a stable enough situation to afford it, it will help. maybe not on its own, maybe not in the same way as others, but it will give you some answers, it will guide you at least a little, and honestly when you’re in such darkness, even the tiniest light can help you find your way out.
best of luck to all of you struggling. you’re loved and cherished and i hope you find your way.
your tone of voice is so calming~
Amazing video
I just began my therapy journey
I've done BetterHelp counselling.. From there I discovered I have social anxiety. Everything fell in place, it all made sense to me for 21 years why I act the way I do.
I really want to do in office counselling but I feel like because of the anxiety, that i wont commit to it like i should be. There's more of myself that I really need answers to but this is the only thing guarding my courage... sigh
❤enjoy your video as always
Lots of love and hugs ❤
These videos have helped me so much, thank you
this help a lot Chloe! thank you so much! you untangled the threads in my mind. Thanks again! and yeah im doing it by calling em since im living in hostel. i cant go meet em face to face because of it. Thanks again!
Good luck lovely youve got this! 💖💖💖
DissociaDID thanks! ❤️
It took me sooooo many counsellors and therapists to find the right one for us. We've been going for the longest with him now and Im so glad that I found the right one who we've been sticking to. They were times some of us found it so hard to go and didn't want to go, but my therapist feels it's extremely important to tell him what we didn't like in therapy, so he can work it around us.
We have some therapy diaries so we can write our thoughts and not having to remember to say it in the session - especially somebody else was out in the session and doesn't connect to what's its been written, we simply had the notebook and let our therapist read it. I even do that the times I wrote something but don't actually say it out loud.
Many therapists in UK do online/phone counselling (video chat, phone, or email) and they also do face to face. So if you are anxious meeting in person first, you can have email sessions then if you felt you are ready to meet them in person, simply ask for face to face sessions.
Im sorry for the long a** comment. I love your videos and thank you very much for talking about therapy - it was one of my request. I would like to hear more about it - your personal experiences and types of therapies perhaps? Thank you xx
we will do a video on our experiences! xxxx
Another fantastic advice video Chloe, and may I say have a happy birthday :)
This is so helpful! Thank you so much
Yayyy! I love your videos! You are all just diamonds
It is so great that BetterHelp has started to sponsor this channel, I really think that with your channel there is a opportunity to help do many people.
Thank you for your informative video on help options.
Your intro song gets me sooo excited!!