What is therapy?
- A space to share & process thoughts/feelings
- A space to learn positive coping skills
- A space to gain insight and notice patterns
- Confidential
What do I look for?
- Credentials & training (LCSW, LPC/LMHC, PsyD/PhD, MD)
- Theoretical orientation (approach to therapy)
- Personality & style compatibility
- Schedule compatibility
What barriers exist?
- Inaccessible offices
- Lack of telehealth option
- Unexamined clinician biases (racism, ableism, sexism, etc.)
- Schedule incompatibility
- Financial
How do I pay?
- Look for clinicians/offices who take your insurance
- Look for clinicians/offices who offer sliding scale payment
- Look for clinicians/offices that offer services through grants
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