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3 Things to Make Your First Therapy Session Less Intimidating

In this video, learn what happens in a typical first therapy session and tips to make you less nervous.

Lauren Smith, MAAlexandra Schwarz, MD
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Updated on January 30, 2024

The first therapy session is the hardest — not because the session itself is grueling, but simply because trying new and foreign things can cause some butterflies in your stomach. For some people, that intimidation may cause them to procrastinate booking that appointment.

“Fear of the unknown” is a common phenomenon, and the best cure is to do your research ahead of time so you know what to expect. In this video, learn a few key facts that might make your first therapy session a bit less scary.

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References

National Institute on Mental Health. (2024). Psychotherapies.

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