{"id":29719,"date":"2020-10-14T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-14T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/?p=29719"},"modified":"2021-12-07T08:12:24","modified_gmt":"2021-12-07T13:12:24","slug":"how-to-get-results-in-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Get Huge Results In Therapy: 9 Tips From An Expert"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#What_Youll_Learn_From_This_Post\" title=\"What You\u2019ll Learn From This Post\">What You\u2019ll Learn From This Post<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#What_Is_Psychotherapy\" title=\"What Is Psychotherapy?\">What Is Psychotherapy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#Does_Seeing_A_Therapist_Actually_Help\" title=\"Does Seeing A Therapist Actually Help?\">Does Seeing A Therapist Actually Help?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#How_To_Get_Results_In_Therapy\" title=\"How To Get Results In Therapy\">How To Get Results In Therapy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#1_Come_Prepared\" title=\"1. Come Prepared\">1. Come Prepared<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#2_Channel_your_Inner_Sherlock_Holmes\" title=\"2. Channel your Inner Sherlock Holmes\">2. Channel your Inner Sherlock Holmes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#3_Set_Clearly-Defined_Goals\" title=\"3. Set Clearly-Defined Goals\">3. Set Clearly-Defined Goals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#4_Keep_The_Focus_On_yourself\" title=\"4. Keep The Focus On yourself\">4. Keep The Focus On yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#5_Do_Your_Homework\" title=\"5. Do Your Homework\">5. Do Your Homework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#6_Embrace_the_%E2%80%9CHOW%E2%80%9D_of_Therapy\" title=\"6. Embrace the \u201cHOW\u201d of Therapy\">6. Embrace the \u201cHOW\u201d of Therapy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#7_Dont_Miss_Any_of_Your_Appointments_Ever\" title=\"7. Don\u2019t Miss Any of Your Appointments, Ever\">7. Don\u2019t Miss Any of Your Appointments, Ever<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#8_Spend_Time_At_The_End_of_Each_Session_Talking_About_The_Session_Itself\" title=\"8. Spend Time At The End of Each Session Talking About The Session Itself\">8. Spend Time At The End of Each Session Talking About The Session Itself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#9_Dont_Waste_Time_With_a_Therapist_You_Dont_Connect_With\" title=\"9. Don\u2019t Waste Time With a Therapist You Don\u2019t Connect With\">9. Don\u2019t Waste Time With a Therapist You Don\u2019t Connect With<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_See_Results_From_Therapy\" title=\"How Long Does It Take To See Results From Therapy?\">How Long Does It Take To See Results From Therapy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#Next_Steps\" title=\"Next Steps\">Next Steps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#References\" title=\"References:\">References:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Here\u2019s an odd question. Are you good at \u201cdoing\u201d therapy?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps you\u2019ve been to a dozen therapists before and never gotten much out of it. Perhaps you\u2019re brand new and wondering where to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Either way, if you want to learn how to get results in <a class=\"rank-math-link\" title=\"therapy\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/category\/therapy\/\">therapy<\/a>, this post is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-To-Get-Huge-Results-In-Therapy.jpg\" alt=\"How To Get Huge Results In Therapy\" class=\"wp-image-30226 lazyload\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-To-Get-Huge-Results-In-Therapy.jpg\" alt=\"How To Get Huge Results In Therapy\" class=\"wp-image-30226 lazyload\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-To-Get-Huge-Results-In-Therapy.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-To-Get-Huge-Results-In-Therapy-83x125.jpg 83w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-To-Get-Huge-Results-In-Therapy-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-To-Get-Huge-Results-In-Therapy-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-To-Get-Huge-Results-In-Therapy-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>How To Get Huge Results From Therapy: 9 Tips You Can Start Using Today<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapy is one of the most important things you can do for your overall <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/category\/mental-health\/\" title=\"mental health\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">mental health<\/a>. But it\u2019s not like any of us were ever trained how to \u201cdo\u201d therapy correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where I come in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a licensed therapist, I\u2019ve seen clients who absolutely crushed therapy and those who petered out after a few sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news for you is that you don\u2019t have to reinvent the wheel. I know what works and what does not. All you have to do is read my suggestions and use the ones that make the most sense.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-what-you%E2%80%99ll-learn-from-this-post-\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Youll_Learn_From_This_Post\"><\/span><strong>What You\u2019ll Learn From This Post<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>My goal today is to teach you how to get results in therapy so that you can increase your quality of life and decrease the suffering that led you to seek help in the first place. It won\u2019t be easy. Therapy is hard work. But with these tips, you\u2019ll be much more likely to benefit from it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-6e7a2f1c-8b0d-4f56-b753-1c5ed84cb127\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\"\n                    data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\">\n                    <div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">Here are the points I\u2019ll be covering:<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \"><ul><li><a href=https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#1-what-is-psychotherapy>What exactly is psychotherapy?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#2-does-seeing-a-therapist-actually-help>How seeing a therapist can benefit you.<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#3-how-to-get-results-in-therapy>What you can do to get more out of therapy.<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/#13-how-long-does-it-take-to-see-results-from-therapy>How long it takes to see results in therapy.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s dive in, shall we?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-what-is-psychotherapy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Psychotherapy\"><\/span>What Is Psychotherapy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-start-a-mental-health-blog\/\">mental health<\/a> field has technical names for everything. It\u2019s easy to get confused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So let\u2019s talk about and define the word \u201cpsychotherapy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Psychotherapy &#8212; also known as therapy or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/questions-you-want-to-ask-your-therapist\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">talk-therapy<\/a> &#8212; is a general term that describes the treatment of psychological problems by a licensed mental health professional. It is accomplished through communication, relationship building, and collaboration between the therapist and the client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Psychotherapy is an <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/anxiety-and-addiction-symptoms-and-treatment\/\">effective treatment<\/a> for a host of issues, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/mental-illness-and-covid-19\/\">Mental illness<\/a> (e.g., depression and anxiety)<\/li><li>Addictions and <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/category\/substance-abuse\" title=\"substance abuse\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">substance abuse<\/a><\/li><li>Relationship problems<\/li><li>Self-esteem<\/li><li>Anger Management<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/ways-to-manage-ptsd-symptoms-at-home\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Trauma<\/a><\/li><li>Eating Disorders<\/li><li>Stress Management<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/healthy-ways-to-cope-with-grief\/\">Grief<\/a> and Loss<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/toxic-parenting\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Parenting and Family Issues&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Psychotherapists see individuals, couples, and groups. They use evidence-based theory to help clients identify problems, manage symptoms, and facilitate change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are seeing a psychotherapist, your session will probably last about 50 minutes. Most people see their therapist once a week or twice a month. Whether it is more or less than that is something you\u2019ll discuss with your therapist.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-box ub-styled-box ub-notification-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-67252cc7-c750-4261-a880-579685247fce\">\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\" id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\"><strong>Shop now at Amazon.com<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B08L9NHDBD\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B08L9NHDBD&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=blunttherapy-20&amp;linkId=247b0c31d800edeca5c20fda9f4a90bc\">Sometimes Therapy Is Awkward : A Collection of Life-Changing Insights for the Modern Clinician<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=blunttherapy-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B08L9NHDBD\" alt=\"\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=blunttherapy-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B08L9NHDBD\" alt=\"\"><\/noscript><\/em><\/li><li><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1939754852\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1939754852&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=blunttherapy-20&amp;linkId=7dda48936f5cccee0e0bff7b94d9f5d5\">Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Made Simple: 10 Strategies For Managing Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Panic, And Worry<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=blunttherapy-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1939754852\" alt=\"\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=blunttherapy-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1939754852\" alt=\"\"><\/noscript><\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-does-seeing-a-therapist-actually-help\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Seeing_A_Therapist_Actually_Help\"><\/span>Does Seeing A Therapist Actually Help?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have doubts about the benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/category\/therapy\/\">therapy<\/a>? Are you not sure if it\u2019s right for you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapy is incredibly helpful for the vast majority of us. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/news\/press\/releases\/2012\/08\/psychotherapy-effective#:~:text=Large%20multi%2Dsite%20and%20meta,beyond%20the%20course%20of%20treatment.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The research on this<\/a> is pretty clear.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, studies show that therapy is often at least as effective as medication, if not more so, for common mental illnesses such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/hard-lessons-about-fighting-depression\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">depression<\/a>, anxiety, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/ways-to-manage-ptsd-symptoms-at-home\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">PTSD<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"What a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Session Looks Like\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8-2WQF3SWwo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>What a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Session Looks Like. Courtesy, YouTube<br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>So, do therapists have all the answers? Not exactly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A therapist helps you better understand your problem. They teach you effective ways to manage it and empower you to decide for yourself the best course of action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal of every therapist is to eventually work themselves out of a job. In other words, they want to get you to a place where you no longer need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people are perfectly capable of managing their own problems. It\u2019s just that in the beginning, they don\u2019t know what the problem is or what to do about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where therapy comes in. Therapists are partners, teachers, mentors, and guides. Together, you can accomplish anything you want.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-how-to-get-results-in-therapy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Get_Results_In_Therapy\"><\/span>How To Get Results In Therapy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, a therapist can only take you so far. You see, it\u2019s far easier to be a therapist than a client. After all, you\u2019re the one with the problem. You\u2019re the one who needs to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And change does not come without hard work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m going to be real here with you. I apologize if this seems harsh, but you need to hear this:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Therapists don\u2019t change people.<\/strong> That\u2019s not what therapists do.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The only person who has the ability to change you is you.<\/strong> Your therapist is just there to help the process along.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are here to learn how to get results in therapy, so let\u2019s talk about how you do that. What follows is a list of 9 things you can start doing immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-1-come-prepared\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Come_Prepared\"><\/span>1. Come Prepared<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapy is one of the bravest things you can do. But just like anything else that\u2019s important, it\u2019s best to show up prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get a notebook and prepare a list of topics you\u2019d like to discuss. Keep it with you throughout the week.&nbsp;Here&#8217;s some suggestions if you need a few prompts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>What brought you to therapy?<\/li><li>What do you want to accomplish today?<\/li><li>What do you think is the problem?<\/li><li>What are some things you need help with (e.g., coping skills)?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019re at it, jot down anything that seems like it would make sense to discuss with your therapist. Changes in your mood or symptoms, medication tweaks, relationship conflicts, the quality of your sleep &#8211; these are all useful bits of data that can lead to rich and rewarding discussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"Talkspace x Michael Phelps: How Therapy Helped Save His Life\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/j7KuJJruD4o?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/talkspace-review\/\" title=\"Talkspace\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Talkspace<\/a> x Michael Phelps: How Therapy Helped Save His Life, Courtesy, YouTube<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-2-channel-your-inner-sherlock-holmes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Channel_your_Inner_Sherlock_Holmes\"><\/span>2. Channel your Inner Sherlock Holmes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Everything is related to everything<\/strong>. Life is a complicated system with lots of moving parts. And when something breaks down, sometimes it\u2019s hard to find the real source of the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In therapy, you need to investigate every aspect of your life. Everything. Childhood experiences. Trauma. <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/category\/relationships\/\" title=\"Relationships\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Relationships<\/a>. Emotions. Thoughts. Beliefs. Values. Leave no stone unturned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Often, the thing we think is the problem is not actually the problem. And often, the thing we think isn\u2019t the problem actually is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good therapy involves a little creative detective work. Take the time to thoroughly examine your life. If you do, you\u2019ll be in a much better position to change it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-3-set-clearly-defined-goals\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Set_Clearly-Defined_Goals\"><\/span>3. Set Clearly-Defined Goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Effective therapy begins with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/setting-goals-in-star-wars\/\">setting goals<\/a> with your therapist. Otherwise, it\u2019s hard to track your progress. It also gets easier to lose sight of what you came to therapy for in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend developing \u201cSMART\u201d goals, which are goals that have 5 specific criteria. For a goal to be \u201cSMART,\u201d it must be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Specific<\/li><li>Measurable<\/li><li>Attainable<\/li><li>Relevant<\/li><li>Time-bound.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Say, for example, that you suffer from depression and your goal is \u201c<strong>to be happy<\/strong>.\u201d What exactly do you mean? How long do you expect it to take? Is that goal even realistic, given the nature of depression?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SMART-goals.png\" alt=\"SMART Goals Graphic\" class=\"wp-image-29729 lazyload\" width=\"594\" height=\"256\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SMART-goals.png\" alt=\"SMART Goals Graphic\" class=\"wp-image-29729 lazyload\" width=\"594\" height=\"256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SMART-goals.png 792w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SMART-goals-200x86.png 200w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SMART-goals-400x172.png 400w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SMART-goals-150x65.png 150w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/SMART-goals-768x331.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 594px) 100vw, 594px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>Courtesy, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?sa=i&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcommons.wikimedia.org%2Fwiki%2FFile%3ASMART-goals.png&amp;psig=AOvVaw3suOHkyjLJicapDzokAUu9&amp;ust=1602722194041000&amp;source=images&amp;cd=vfe&amp;ved=0CA0QjhxqFwoTCOjNpsvrsuwCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAD\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Wikimedia Creative Commons. (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Wikimedia Creative Commons.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With the help of your therapist, you can take a vague and ill-defined goal and make it SMART. It would look something like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SMART Goal: \u201cI want to reduce feelings of sadness and hopelessness from 7 days a week to two days a week over the next 90 days by participating in cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and using two new coping skills to manage my symptoms.\u201d<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend developing no more than 2-3 goals so that you don\u2019t lose focus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SMART goals are a bit more involved, but one thing\u2019s for sure &#8211; at the end of 90 days, you\u2019ll know for sure whether or not you have achieved your goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-4-keep-the-focus-on-yourself\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Keep_The_Focus_On_yourself\"><\/span>4. Keep The Focus On yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Often, people go to therapy to fix the people in their lives who should be in therapy but won\u2019t go. Whether it\u2019s family, friends, co-workers, or spouses, our relationships have a profound impact on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/benefits-of-hypnotherapy\/\">mental health<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s only natural to want to fix other people. But it\u2019s a huge mistake to think you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best possible thing you can do in therapy is to focus on the person you can control. And that person, of course, is you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is, we have no control over anyone else but ourselves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, our desire to exert control over those with whom we have none is the very root of depression and anxiety for so many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The solution? Look at what you can control. In other words, keep the focus on you. It\u2019s a far better use of your time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"How to prepare for therapy - 5 tips to get the most from your sessions\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/blwo3ym0Sog?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>How to prepare for therapy. Courtesy, YouTube<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-5-do-your-homework\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Do_Your_Homework\"><\/span>5. Do Your Homework<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapy is a process that includes far more than your 50-minute sessions. It involves actual work, both in and out of your therapist\u2019s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Often, a therapist will give you homework assignments to complete in between sessions. It\u2019s important that you do them. Our minds naturally resist all forms of change and it\u2019ll take some extra work on your part to overcome that barrier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some common examples of homework assignments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Progressive muscle relaxation, breathing, and grounding exercises<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/journal-prompts-for-depression\/\">Journal prompts<\/a> and symptom tracking<\/li><li>Worksheets and reading assignments<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Who knew therapy would be like high school, right?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is that homework is central to many popular therapies (e.g., <strong>CBT <\/strong>or <strong>DBT<\/strong>). If you want to know how to get results in therapy, it\u2019s by practicing what you have learned in therapy and then applying it to real-world situations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-6-embrace-the-%E2%80%9Chow%E2%80%9D-of-therapy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Embrace_the_%E2%80%9CHOW%E2%80%9D_of_Therapy\"><\/span>6. Embrace the \u201cHOW\u201d of Therapy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 12-Step community, there\u2019s an acronym called HOW that stands for Honesty, Open-Mindedness and Willingness. Those are three traits that every successful person in recovery shares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are also crucial for success in individual therapy, too. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Honesty <\/strong>means being truthful with your therapist, but it also means that you take steps to avoid self-deception. Many of us are blind to our own faults. It is only through honesty that we can identify the things about ourselves that we need to change.<\/li><li><strong>Open-mindedness<\/strong> means being receptive to new ideas. Your therapist will teach you a number of ways to change <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/distorted-thinking-and-cognitive-distortions\/\" title=\"your thinking\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">your thinking<\/a>, manage symptoms, and approach conflict. It might make you feel uncomfortable at first. That\u2019s a good thing. All change requires a certain degree of discomfort.<\/li><li><strong>Willingness <\/strong>&nbsp;means being ready to try new things. For example, the homework assignments I previously mentioned. Your previous ways of handling problems were not getting you results. In therapy, you\u2019ll learn new skills, but knowledge is not enough. You have to use what you have learned.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re like most people, you\u2019ll encounter something we call \u201cresistance.\u201d This is the state of being unwilling to learn and try new things.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend you work with your therapist to push past it. It\u2019s totally normal, but it\u2019s still a barrier you\u2019ll need to overcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"How to Get the Most Out of Therapy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_kWqW-OQiCE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>How to Get the Most Out of Therapy. Courtesy, Wall Street Journal and YouTube<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-7-don%E2%80%99t-miss-any-of-your-appointments-ever\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Dont_Miss_Any_of_Your_Appointments_Ever\"><\/span>7. Don\u2019t Miss Any of Your Appointments, Ever<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To get the most results out of therapy, you have to make a commitment to it. Treat it like a non-negotiable part of your weekly routine. Short of being sick, you should never ever miss an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the previous tip, I mentioned resistance. It has many forms. You might not feel like going to therapy. You might not want to make the drive. That co-pay might eat into your budget. There\u2019s always an excuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But no matter what, you need to commit to your appointments. Therapy is not just a 50-minute session. It\u2019s a promise you have made to yourself. And it\u2019s never wise to break a promise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do struggle with therapy, talk to your therapist. It\u2019s a great topic to explore.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-8-spend-time-at-the-end-of-each-session-talking-about-the-session-itself\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Spend_Time_At_The_End_of_Each_Session_Talking_About_The_Session_Itself\"><\/span>8. Spend Time At The End of Each Session Talking About The Session Itself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This tip is beneficial for both you and your therapist. Give yourself about 5 minutes at the end of each session to review what you have discussed. You can also use that time to give your therapist valuable feedback.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll want to let them know two things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>What worked for you<\/li><li>What didn\u2019t work for you<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s tough for a therapist to know whether a client actually benefited from a session. By letting them know what worked (and what didn\u2019t work), it gives your therapist the opportunity to fine-tune your sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry about hurting their feelings. Any good therapist will welcome your feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-9-don%E2%80%99t-waste-time-with-a-therapist-you-don%E2%80%99t-connect-with\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Dont_Waste_Time_With_a_Therapist_You_Dont_Connect_With\"><\/span>9. Don\u2019t Waste Time With a Therapist You Don\u2019t Connect With<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Effective therapy is 95% relationship, 5% skill. Your therapist could have 9 advanced degrees and 50 years of professional experience. But if you don\u2019t connect with them, none of that matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s nothing personal. Sometimes two people just aren\u2019t a good fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask yourself the following questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Do you look forward to therapy sessions?<\/li><li>Do you feel like your therapist respects you?&nbsp;<\/li><li>Are you comfortable disclosing personal information to them?<\/li><li>Do you feel supported, validated, and understood?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If yes, it\u2019s probably a good fit. If you answered no to any one of those questions, it may be time to look elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I do recommend that you give any therapist at least 4 sessions before making your decision. One or two sessions just isn\u2019t enough time, short of them behaving in a grossly unprofessional manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-how-long-does-it-take-to-see-results-from-therapy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_See_Results_From_Therapy\"><\/span>How Long Does It Take To See Results From Therapy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how long does it take for therapy to start \u201cworking\u201d? As you know, people go to therapy for all sorts of reasons, some of them complicated and some of them simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, one of the things that everyone in therapy has in common is that they don\u2019t like the way they feel as a result of their problem. Whether it\u2019s <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"clinical depression\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/hard-lessons-about-fighting-depression\/\">clinical depression<\/a>, a job loss, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-gray-rock-method-a-narcissist\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">conflict with a peer<\/a>, it\u2019s the emotional fallout that motivates all of us to seek relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And what we find out quickly is that the way we think about our problems very much affects how we feel about those problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapy changes something called \u201ccognition\u201d, which is how we think. We all hold onto<a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/a-therapists-guide-to-cognitive-distortions\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\"> irrational belief systems and unhealthy thinking patterns<\/a>. These invariably make us feel worse.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By changing the way we think, we in turn change the way we feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While lasting change takes time, many clients begin to feel relief in as little as 1-2 months. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talkspace.com\/blog\/how-long-does-therapy-take-science\/#:~:text=The%20number%20of%20recommended%20sessions,2%20months%20%26%203%2D4.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Research<\/a> suggests that most clients report significant benefits within 3-6 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you consider how long some of these problems have been gnawing away at you, a few months seems trivial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To that end, I strongly recommend that you commit to at least six months of psychotherapy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That means seeing your therapist two to four times a month and doing all the things that I suggest you do to get the most out of your sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest mistake I see clients make is that they give up on the process too soon. Don\u2019t fall into that trap.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no silver bullet, no hack, no fast lane to recovery. Anyone who says differently is trying to sell you something.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-next-steps\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Next_Steps\"><\/span>Next Steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve learned how to get results in therapy, it\u2019s time to put things into practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are already in therapy, discuss these tips with your therapist. See if he or she agrees with them. Perhaps they will add one or two more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That way, your therapist can hold you accountable. If they see you slipping (e.g., not doing your homework), they can encourage you to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t yet decided to start therapy, now\u2019s as good a time as any to make the commitment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As far as choosing a therapist, you have two options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first is to select a therapist for face-to-face sessions. You\u2019d find someone in your own town and you\u2019d meet with them in their office. Because of social distancing requirements, they probably offer telehealth, too, which is when you meet with them by video or phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find a therapist in your area by contacting your primary care physician for a referral. You can also contact your insurance company and they can refer you as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/is-online-therapy-right-for-you\/\">online therapy<\/a> directories that can aid in your search. Here are three good places to start:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/therapists\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Psychology Today<\/a><\/li><li><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodtherapy.org\/find-therapist.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Good Therapy<\/a><\/li><li><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.therapyden.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Therapy Den<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also consider the benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/complete-guide-to-online-virtual-counseling\/\">virtual counseling<\/a>, especially in an age of pandemic and social distancing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as online counseling and online therapy, virtual counseling is when you get therapy from a licensed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/resources\/mental-health-websites\/\">mental health<\/a> professional via a combination of text, phone, and video-based sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"7 Ways to Get the Most Out of Online Therapy | Kati Morton\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I_DlNfz_1yM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>7 Ways to Get the Most Out of <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/betterhelp-counseling-review\/\" title=\"Online Therapy\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Online Therapy<\/a>. Courtesy, YouTube<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/mental-health-products-and-services\/affordable-online-therapy\/\">Online therapy is an excellent and affordable<\/a> option, especially if you don\u2019t have insurance or you feel like daily access to a therapist is critical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have used and recommend three providers, though there are many from which to choose. Here are my three recommendations. They each have special discounts for new members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/betterhelp.jpg\" alt=\"betterhelp\" class=\"wp-image-22909 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/betterhelp.jpg\" alt=\"betterhelp\" class=\"wp-image-22909 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/betterhelp.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/betterhelp-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/betterhelp-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow rel=&quot;sponsored&quot;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"BetterHelp\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/recommends\/betterhelp\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">BetterHelp<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/talkspace.png\" alt=\"talk space\" class=\"wp-image-22908 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/talkspace.png\" alt=\"talk space\" class=\"wp-image-22908 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/talkspace.png 225w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/talkspace-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/talkspace-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow rel=&quot;sponsored&quot;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"TalkSpace\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/recommends\/talkspace\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">TalkSpace<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/online-therapy.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22910 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/online-therapy.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22910 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/online-therapy.png 225w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/online-therapy-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/online-therapy-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow rel=&quot;sponsored&quot;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Online Therapy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/recommends\/online-therapy\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Online-Therapy<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All three are excellent providers.<\/strong> I encourage you to visit their websites and make a decision that is best for your needs and situation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By using those links, you\u2019ll also have access to discounted membership rates.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-final-thoughts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope that my tips have taught you how to get results in therapy. I suppose the only thing left is for you to try them out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapy isn\u2019t easy. But nothing is quite as rewarding as a good therapy session &#8211; especially when you do it right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s my hope that you will benefit from these tips and that you will get more out of therapy than you ever thought possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best of luck on your journey. Be sure to circle back and let me know how it worked out for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-uagb-section uagb-section__wrap uagb-section__background-color uagb-block-540ad93d\"><div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"uagb-section__inner-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-call-to-action uagb-block-73105e3b wp-block-button\"><div class=\"uagb-cta__wrap\"><h5 class=\"uagb-cta__title\">Private Practice  with No Overhead and No Shortage of Clients.<br><\/h5><p class=\"uagb-cta__desc\">Join\u00a0the more than 34,000 full and part-time therapists who are earning more with BetterHelp! Supplement your income, or build your own practice from scratch. Bonuses &amp; Incentives for High Performers! <strong>Sponsored Advertisement<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"uagb-cta__buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hasofferstracking.betterhelp.com\/aff_c?offer_id=20&amp;aff_id=1614\" class=\"uagb-cta__button-link-wrapper wp-block-button__link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join BetterHelp<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-references-\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/alicegwalton\/2014\/06\/03\/11-intriguing-reasons-to-give-talk-therapy-a-try\/#2ee31d6e4ebb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">11 Intriguing Reasons To Give Talk Therapy A Try &#8211; Forbes<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/the-couch\/201011\/does-talk-therapy-really-work\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Does Talk Therapy Really Work? &#8212; Psychology Today<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/monitor\/2011\/10\/psychotherapy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Psychotherapy is Effective and Here&#8217;s Why &#8212; American Psychiatric Association<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19205963\/#:~:text=Psychotherapy%20yielded%20large%20mean%20ESs,for%20personality%20change%20(0.54).\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">The effectiveness of long-term psychoanalytic therapy: a systematic review of empirical studies<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/sophia.stkate.edu\/cgi\/viewcontent.cgi?article=1057&amp;context=msw_papers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Factors Influencing Successful Psychotherapy Outcomes&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.therapytribe.com\/therapy\/getting-the-most-out-of-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Getting the Most out of TherapyGetting the Most out of Therapy<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Therapy is an incredible experience, but most of us have no idea how to do it. 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