A common misconception about therapy is that you will start to feel better immediately. Sometimes that happens. But most of the time, you feel worse before you feel better. Surprisingly, feeling worse is often a sign of progress. And if you think about it, it makes sense.
When you decide to start therapy, it often happens because you can’t control your anxiety yourself. Therapy involves finding out more deeply and meaningfully about your problem and the reasons behind it. This can cause a temporary increase in your anxiety.
Therapy should never be seen as an immediate solution. It is a process that is unique to each individual. The type of psychology therapy you need, the skills you learn, and how long you stay in therapy depend entirely on the type of problem you have and the severity of your symptoms.
It is important to understand that while the process may not always look good, it will pay off in the end.
What you should know about the treatment plan.
How to get the most out of therapy.
Trying to make a difference can be difficult. Staying in anxiety treatment is no exception. However, if you are steadfast, you should see improvement.
Here are some ways to get the most out of your therapy and actually see some results:
- Don’t pretend to be well.
- Ask questions
- Tell your doctor anything and everything.
- Work outside of your session.
- Focus on your goals.
- Follow healthy lifestyle choices.
- Make sure you have a social support system.
- Reduce the stress in your life that makes your anxiety worse.
- That way, you can see how trying and being present throughout the therapy process will have the greatest impact on how well it works for you.
