What to Expect - First Session

What to expect Our first session is an opportunity for us to meet and begin to understand what has brought you to therapy and what you might be hoping for. There is no expectation that you tell me everything at once and you don’t need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to work on. I may ask a little about what is happening in your life now, what has led you to seek therapy at this point and whether there are experiences or relationships that feel important for me to understand. You can share as much or as little as feels comfortable. It is also an opportunity for you to experience what it feels like talking with me. You are welcome to ask questions about how I work or anything else that might help you decide whether I am the right therapist for you. Towards the end of the session, we can think together about what you would like from therapy and whether continuing to work together feels right.

I often suggest beginning with three sessions, as this can give us a little time to get to know one another, begin exploring what matters to you and see how you feel about the therapeutic process. We can then reflect together on whether you would like to continue. There is no set expectation about how long therapy should last. Some people find a shorter period helpful, while others choose to work together for longer.

Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with really matters. There is no obligation to continue simply because we have had a first session. What is important is that you feel able to make a choice that is right for you.