After you’ve settled on a therapist, figured out your insurance, and scheduled an appointment, it’s time to have your first session. Even if you’re confident about your decision to start therapy, it’s ...

When I expressed my desire to start therapy in my junior year of high school, my mom was extremely supportive and even helped me find a clinic. Because she also regularly went to therapy as part of ...

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As I was working at my desk today, a student came into my office. Every inch of her body was communicating fear and uncertainty. She asked if she could talk to me, so I invited her to come in. Sitting ...

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Anna Lee Beyer writes about mental health, relationships, parenting, and books for Huffington Post, Romper, Slate, Glamour, Parents, and others. When you hear the word “therapy,” what do you imagine?

In today’s column, I am continuing my ongoing series about the impact of generative AI in the health and medical realm. The focus this time is once again on the mental health domain and involves the ...

You may know how to prepare to see a doctor for a new physical ailment, but how should you prepare for your first therapy appointment? Although prepping for your first therapy session is a good idea, ...

If you’re thinking about going to therapy for the first time, you might feel a mix of emotions: excitement to get a professional’s take on issues that are bothering you, anxiety and awkwardness about ...