So you’re thinking about starting individual counseling... If you’ve never experienced a counseling session before, you might be a bit apprehensive. Oftentimes, the uncertainty of going to counseling is more about the fear of the unknown and not knowing what to expect than anything else. When you’re more familiar with the process of counseling, it can help alleviate some of the pre-session anxiety and help you feel more comfortable during the first few sessions. Your experience will differ depending on the counselor or the practice you choose, but here are a few things you can expect from a first counseling session. Once you’ve found a counselor you want to work with, it can be a good idea to prepare for the experience. On our website, we’ve included a specific page to help our clients know what to expect , from how to go about scheduling an appointment to what to do when you arrive for the first counseling session. Check out your counselor’s website to see if they pro...
