A little-known fact about therapy is that therapy is not a one-sided interaction, where the therapist offers solutions or advice while the client passively listens and does what is told. Instead, it is a dynamic partnership between the therapist and the client, where both parties need to contribute actively for expected gains. Therefore, here are some points to consider when you enter therapy:
Therapist shopping is the process of searching for and selecting the right therapist for you. It is a crucial step that is often not talked about in general discussions on mental health and therapy. Just as each individual is unique, so too are therapists and their approaches to therapy and since therapy is a very subjective and curated for each different individual, you may not find a “one size fits all” principle work here.